Arthritis Pain and relief

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Have you got arthritis or know of people or close ones who have one of the many types of arthritis.
The most common are Rheumatoid Arthritis
Osteo Arthritis
Psoriatic Arthritis 
Gout



I could go on and list so many types and I would think that most people would know someone with at least one type or other in the list.

Treatment basically will be different for each type but the pain associated with it would be similar. We seem to relate all arthritis as something you get when you get old, but this is not the case, there are many children who get this dreadful disease as young as 2 and 3 years old.

You will note that Inflammation in the body is a great problem and is often aggravated by the food we eat.

DIET PLAYS AN ESSENTIAL PART 
When you have arthritis your body is in an inflammatory state and it is essential that you eat foods that will reduce inflammation. Some foods can even make matters worse by bringing on other health problems like diabetes and heart disease, such as:

CARBOHYDRATES:

White flour products (breads, rolls, crackers) white rice, white potatoes (instant mashed potatoes, or french fries) and many cereals are refined carbohydrates.

According to Scientific American, processed carbohydrates may trump fats as the main driver of escalating rates of obesity and other chronic conditions. 

These high-glycemic index foods fuel the production of advanced glycation end (AGE) products that stimulate inflammation.

Several studies have shown that saturated fats trigger adipose, or fat tissue inflammation, which is not only an indicator for heart disease but it also

worsens arthritis inflammation. Pizza and cheese are the biggest sources of saturated fats in the average American diet, according to the National Cancer Institute. Other culprits include meat products (especially red meat), full-fat dairy products, pasta dishes and grain-based desserts.




Trying to go sugar-free? Aspartame is a non-nutritive, intense artificial sweetener found in more than 4,000 products worldwide. It is a neurotoxin,

which means it affects the brain. If you are sensitive to this chemical, your immune system will react to the “foreign substance” by attacking the chemical, which in return, will trigger an inflammatory response

These are just a few ideas to keep you free of inflammation and help prevent the pain and swelling associated with all arthritis sufferers.

Eating a healthy diet high in omega 3 which means plenty of fish, in particular Salmon, less red meat and low in dairy.

Another tip to remember is that all medications are chemical and affect the liver and kidneys.  Natural is the way to go.  If you can find a natural remedy for your pain then try that leaving the chemicals as long as you can.

FISH & SHELL FISH

Fish is a great form of omega 3 and is recommended as the best form of protein however shell fish 

is not recommended for people who are prone to GOUT.
It is actually only fairly recently that I realised that this form of gout is common in Pacific Islanders and that it is not just formed in the foot or big toe but can attack any joint in the body. I had a friend who had it in the elbow. Very painful.  So if you are prone to gout please do not have shell fish which are high in iron and can trigger of the gout very quickly.

EXERCISE :

A very important part of treatment.  I don't mean running or jogging, but general stretching and walking as fast as suits you.  If you have gotten to the stage where you are unable to exercise walking or bending try chair exercises or standing holding a chair to exercise if your balance is not good.  

I personally have a form of arthritis call Scleroderma which is in fact far more complicated and has many many side effects, that since I have  been on the Herbalife products have made life almost normal for me.

My arthritis is under control and no pain most of the time. Not cured but oh! such much easier to live with.

Herbalife products are natural no chemicals just food in another form and whilst they don't claim to cure they certainly improved my lifestyle.  I even take fit clasess now and the doctors seem to think I am a miracle.  It is no magic potion just good nutrition.

I have many clients who have been so impressed with my results they are on our products as well and getting good results.  So if you would like my recipe please feel free to contact me and enjoy better health and mobility.

Hope you find this article helpful

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