There are many ways ways to treat arthritis, joint degeneration and autoimmune conditions using natural approaches. There is no magic cure for arthritis but a growing body of research suggests that natural remedies may help minimize arthritis pain, especially when used in conjunction with traditional treatments, healthy diets and supportive exercises.
When suffering from symptoms of arthritis, supplements and natural remedies are often a first step toward relief, particularly since conventional medicine’s chemical treatments often come with unpleasant side effects and negative long term effects.
People who have mild osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and associated diseases often find appropriate supplements may alleviate symptoms while those who have moderate conditions may be able to lower their dose of conventional medicines. Natural supplements and herbal remedies really can make a big difference so it’s no wonder a growing number of patients are turning to these natural alternatives.
An Important Warning
Natural supplements and herbal remedies for arthritis are becoming more commonplace many patients believe natural vitamins, minerals, and herbs have no potential for harm, but natural doesn’t always mean safe. Unlike prescription and over-the-counter medications, the US Food and Drug Administration and it’s international counterparts do not typically test and approve dietary supplements for safety, potency and effectiveness. You should inform your physician about everything you are planning on using, especially if you are already taking conventional medicines. Many herbal supplements can produce other side effects, ranging from annoying to dangerous, and can also interact with other medications you’re taking to either reduce or enhance their effects.
Proceed With Caution and Follow These Guidelines:
Always ask your doctor, pharmacist or other health professional for supplement recommendations, advice and dosing instructions before starting a supplement regimen.
Read labels carefully. Supplement can’t lawfully claim to treat, cure, diagnose or prevent disease so it is important to do your research on the specific brands, procurers and products you choose.
Be skeptical of advertising claims. Since supplements are not regulated as closely as drugs, manufacturers can make claims that are unfounded. Consider the cost, the costs add up fast if you are using multiple herbal compounds and supplements to get the desired results.
An Essential Note:
The supplements, herbal and natural remedies listed below can be very effective at helping control pain and lower inflation, but your mental and emotional approach, healing and restorative diet, and physical exercise therapies are much more important to your long-term goals of pain relief and reversal of arthritis symptoms.
With the partial exception of Glucosamine and Chondroitin Sulfate which could actually help your body re-generate damaged cartilage, most of the supplements listed will only help ease pain and decrease inflammation, similar to conventional medications. That being said, lowering the pain and inflammation is an important step to allow arthritis patients the restorative physical processes required for long term success
Below you will find a listing and links to informational pages for most natural herbal remedies and supplements used to treat arthritis you may try, with descriptions, sources, reported effectiveness and precautions. The response to each of these (or any remedies) will vary greatly by individual. It is sometimes necessary to try one or two at a time until the best option is found, giving each supplement or remedy a minimum of two weeks, and preferably longer, to determine effectiveness.
Tumeric (which contains Curcumin) reduces pain, inflammation and stiffness related to rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis.
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