What natural herb, oil or remedy is good for arthritis?
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Ok here are some pills you can buy at your local health food store that can help: Boron 3mg daily do not exceed this amount, Bromelain take as directed on label 3 times daily, Glucosamine sulfate take as directed on label, Pantothenic acid(vitamin B5) 500-1000 mg daily, primrose oil take as directed on label twice daily be fore meals, sea cucumber take as directed on label, silica as directed,cell guard from Biotec Foods as directed, vitamin E 400 IU daily.Eat alfalfa sprouts it has mineral essential for bone formation, cat's claw(you can buy in pill form or tea bags)is good for relieving pain, fever few(pill or tea)and ginger(fresh is better)is good for pain and soreness. Cayenne pepper is good because the capsaicin in it inhibits the release of substance P(a neurotransmitter responsible for communicating pain sensations.)Capsaicin can be absorb through the skin, buy some wintergreen oil mix with the cayenne and make a paste, apply it to the painful joints. It may sting but with repeated use it will deminish. You can also buy cayenne in pill form.Eat foods like eggs, asparagus, garlic and onions because they contain sulfur. Sulfur is needed for the repair and rebuilding of bone, cartilage and connective tissues also it aids in the absorbtion of calcium. Other good foods are green leafy vegetables which supply vitamin K, fresh vegetables, non-acidic fresh fruits, whole grains like oatmeal, brown rice and fish.Eat foods like rice, wheat and rye these contain histidine. Histidine is good for removing excess metals from the body, many people with arthritis have higher levels of copper and iron in the body. Eat fresh pinapple(good source of bromeline)it's good for reducing inflamation.IT HAS TO BE FRESH!!! Eat some form of fiber like ground flaxseed, oat bran or rice bran daily. Reduce the amount of fat in your diet. Avoid dairy products, red meat, caffeine, citrus fruits, paprika, salt, msg,tobacco and sugar.This is a lot to take in I know this is the life I have to live because of my lupus. If you would like a better understanding of why you should eat and avoid certain foods feel free to e-mail me.
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askin the doctor is a good idea but i also play the guitar and have broken knuckles and moderate arthritis  i usally just streach my fingers and keep them warm. also take just reg asprin  but thats just me (stop cracking you knuckles) even though it seems to help them form hurting when you play its temp.   pEACE
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these herbs will help:\nschisandra berries\nwithania\nsaw palmetto
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Glucosamine with Condroiton has been proved to help ease pain in arthritic old people. \n\nI talked to my doc about it before, and while he said there were no studies done yet on young people with my condition, that it wouldn't be a bad idea. \n\nI've taken it off and on over the last couple years, and it does take about 4 months to do anything for you, and isn't very cheap, but it seemed to help me a bit. \n\nJust be sure to talk with your doc if your diabetic because it is a sugar - based compound.\n\nAlso, for achy joints you may want to think about reducing the impact in your exercises (maybe walking instead of jogging - think about it).
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Endur Flex\nhttp://www.endur.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=products.displayproduct&id=42&OVRAW=arthritis%20medicines&OVKEY=arthritis%20medicine&OVMTC=standard
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I work a lot with arthritis patients in the water.  Aquatics can relieve a lot of the pain as well as strengthen muscles to take the burden off the joints.  \n\nWhen  celebrex and vioxx was being taken off the market my students were worried.  One of the men brought in articles from the University of Michigan concerning their work with tart cherry juice and how it helps with gout and arthritis.  He had been drinking the juice and having good results.  Problem is that people get sick of the juice and it is high in natural sugar.  One of the ladies went on line and did some research and found CHERRYFLEX which is a capsule with cherry pulp in it.  Only 2 carbs a capsule I think.  You can check them out at CHERRYFLEX. com.  They will also gladly speak with you on the phone.  When my students were having good success with the product I decided to stop my Bextra and try it.  Because it is natural it takes at least a month to kick in.  I reduced my Bextra by half and took 1 capsule daily for 2 weeks and then stopped the Bextra completely.  I also take glucosamine, chondroitin & MSM combo.  All I can tell you is my knees are not perfect, but are better than they were on the drugs.  I do work out daily in the water and take the Cherryflex and above combo faithfully.  I can squat and do stairs better than I did 5 years ago.  Keep in mind that not everything works for everyone.  One of my ladies takes 3 Cherryflex a day, but that is what it takes to help her.  As with anything - check with your doctor before taking anything.  And if not in an exercise program - try water - it will make a HUGE difference in your life.   Good luck and feel better.
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Whatever you give your puppy for arthritis, baby tylenol is the best I've found, make sure they drink lots of water, 'cause it's hard on the kidneys. Also massages actually work wonders on dogs. So does heat and regular excercise as long as they don't overdo it.
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Contact the Arthritis Foundation and ask for PACE meetings in your area.  PACE--People with Arthritis Can Exercise.  Non-impact, non-stressful exercises.  No charge.\n\nGood luck!
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My husband has arthritis in his knees and hips from the same reason. Heating pads work for him at night, and aleve works for him during the day. The heating patches he wears to work and he swears by them. Winter makes it especially hard for him due to the cold weather so every night he takes a hot bath. At night we have the thermostat turned up to make our room warmer to ease the pain while he's sleeping...one simple rule of thumb...think heat because it will relieve the pain...as far as pills once again Aleve!
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Depending on your age it could be arthritis.  The best thing to do is consult a physician.  They have to get an inside look to find the right solution.  I myself have some arthritis but find much relief and strength in my legs from doing Tai Chi and Chi Gung.  And I had a torn meniscus in my knee years ago (they did arthroscopic surgery).
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No. The best thing to do, first, is to try the following dietary protocols: first, remove the two most powerful pain-causing, and immune system suppressing "non-foods": dairy and wheat. Within 2 weeks, your symptoms will improve. DO NOT TAKE NSAIDs, that is, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs....all they do is interfere with prostaglandin, which can be accomplished naturally using: tumeric, a good fish oil (make sure it is molecularly distilled), BROMELAIN (taken on an empty stomach), B-complex (must be from whole food like Nutritional yeast, or Mega Food's Balanced B, or New Chapter's Coenzymated B-complex), Magnesium, and Vitamin C (from a food source, or whole food manufacturer) - it will help with the synthesis of collagen. Also, it would be a good idea to add silica, either from Horsetail or Biosil (by Jarrow).  If you don't get good results after this, I would be very suprised.  Oh, and lastly, use the inexpensive homeopathic remedy ARNICA MONTANA - it helps speed healing.  Good luck.
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Treatments for rheumatic diseases include rest and relaxation, exercise, proper diet, medication, and instruction about the proper use of joints and ways to conserve energy. Other treatments include the use of pain relief methods and assistive devices, such as splints or braces.\n\nAt this time, the only type of arthritis that can be cured is that caused by infections. Although symptoms of other types of arthritis can be effectively managed with rest, exercise, and medication, there are no cures.
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I have the same thing. sigh . I refuse cortisone because of the damage it can do to joints. What is your age? I am mid 50's. A friend introduced me to a product called Replenex. It is a propietary blend of all natural products and can help rebuild joint cartiledge and ease the pain. It is not a quick fix, but  slow and steady improvement. Taken with  good NATURAL vitamin supplements from the same company it works very well to repair and ease the pain and discomfort.
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1500mg of Glucosamine sulfate daily. Add 250mg of Bowellic acid standardized to 65% three times/day. The boswellic acid will reduce inflamation and pain while the Glucosamine slowly rebuilds the joint. Give the GS at least 90 days before you even decide if it's starting to work.\n\nA table spoon of unpasteurized apple cider vinegar a day won't hurt either. Put ACV in a little room temp water (add some honey if you'd like) and down the hatch.\n\nSafe, effective, cheap.
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Go to herbalhealer.com and check out colloidal silver,olive leaf extract,grapefruit seed extract,& oregano oil. These are very potent anti-viral/bacterials and I have used them for years. Read the testimonials of people who have had cures with these and other natural products.
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Make sure to follow all of your doctor's directions for medication, etc.  It is a serious disease that causes continuing damage to your joints, which can only be prevented with prescription medication.\n\nThat aside, eating healthy and exercising is the next best thing - work with your doctor to find an exercise program you are comfortable with.  Water aerobics or swimming are great, and even just walking can make a big difference.\n\nVitamin supplements are unproven and generally don't have much effect.  There is very little evidence to support if any of these actually work.  But if you do want to try any of these, do it on top of your regular meds under the guidance of you doctor- don't take anything without consulting him first! They have lots more experience with this disease, and some supplements may actually react with some medications.\n\nNow you also need to deal with this mentally - the best way is to look to your family members for support.  But you can also go to http://www.arthritis.org and visit the RA connect section - they have a message board where you can get lots of emotional support from people who have gone through it too.\n\nGood luck with your treatment!
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I'm not sure where you are from, but here in Canada they have an all natural medicine called "Lakota."  It has been a best-seller for years and years here. I tried Glucosamine but it did nothing for myself, personally.  Within 2 days of going on Lakota "Rheumatoid Formula" I was virtually pain-free, it was unbelievable. I stopped taking it the past few weeks to see if it really was the Lakota that was making a difference, and the pain has returned so I am going back out to purchase some more at the local drugstore.  If you are a non-Canadian resident, I would still ask your local Pharmacist and check out their website.  I know how terrible it is to have an auto-immune disease, especially on a bad flare-up day, and I wish you nothing but the best of luck and best of health.