Go for a swim
Swimming has long been recommended as a good exercise for people with arthritis; the weightlessness reduces the impact on joints while the exercise and improved circulation can help you find joint pain relief. Studies have shown improved ability to perform everyday tasks and improved function with aquatic exercise. Ask your local health club, hospital, or swimming pool about classes specifically designed for people with arthritis.
Stir in some turmeric
The yellow spice found in curries and some mustards contains a powerful compound called curcumin, which inhibits enzymes and proteins that promote inflammation. Several studies have found that turmeric specifically reduces pain and swelling in arthritis patients. How to get some curcumin in your diet? Sprinkle ½ teaspoon on rice or in vegetables daily. Or keep some packets of turmeric-containing mustard in your pocket and break them out at lunchtime – it’s the perfect dose for arthritis pain relief.
Make sure you get enough vitamin C
Vitamin C not only helps produce collagen, a major component of joints, but sweeps the body of destructive free radicals, which are harmful to joints, and research is showing promise that it may help with arthritis. Spread out your intake throughout the day because your body doesn’t store vitamin C; rather, it takes what it needs from the bloodstream at any given time and flushes out the rest. This means a megadose in the morning doesn’t really do as much good. Sip citrus drinks or eat C-rich fruits and vegetables such as strawberries, melon or broccoli.
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