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Q: What can I do for mild arthritis? A: Arthritis is the inflammation of a joint that may cause redness, swelling and pain. It is not a modern affliction; archaeologists have recorded the disorder for ages, including dinosaur arthritis! There are several types, the most common of these being gout, osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Causes can be from wear and tear, poor diet or an overactive immune system. Nearly three times as many women than men have osteoarthritis, which involves degeneration of the cartilage protecting the ends of the bones. If you have inflammation or pain in your joints, it is preferable to start complementary therapies before going the medication route because once that has been initiated it is more difficult to go back to natural treatments, although not impossible. For mild arthritis, make some dietary changes immediately. Avoid nightshade vegetables, which include spinach, tomatoes, aubergines and potatoes. Stop all alcohol, red meat, dairy, caffeine and sugar. I would visit a qualified nutritionist and have some tests done to see if there are food intolerances or histamine reactions as a result of something being ingested, particularly in the case of rheumatoid arthritis. A nutritionist can prescribe a high alkaline diet that can help reduce symptoms of arthritis. Add more sulphur-containing foods to the diet such as eggs, garlic, onion and asparagus. Sulphur helps repair and rebuild bones, connective tissue and cartilage. Other beneficial foods are whole grains, non-acidic fruits, green leafy vegetables, brown rice, soybean products and fish. If you like pineapple, you are in luck. Bromelain, an enzyme in pineapples, is excellent for reducing inflammation. Take the pineapple fresh. If the joints are stiff and swollen, better for heat and gentle motion, try the homeopathic remedy Rhus tox in a 30c strength, taken morning and night. If the pain is worse for motion of any type, you can try the remedy Bryonia in a 30c, taken morning and night. Consider taking a nutritional formula containing glucosamine sulfate, chondroitin sulfate and MSM to nourish and strengthen the joints and bones. I would also add essential fatty acids to the diet in the form of flax oil or evening primrose oil as this helps with the inflammatory process. © Adrianna Holman Registered Homeopath (RSHom) |
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