Younger populations are as well affected by arthritis. The statistics show that around 294,000 children in U.S. under the age of 18 suffer from rheumatic condition or arthritis. Regardless of age, arthritis is followed by stiffness, debilitating pain, inflammation, and swelling.
 Nevertheless, the discomfort and pain from all forms of arthritis can be significantly reduced with certain home remedies. Since arthritis pain and stiffness is caused by joint inflammation, you need to target the source of inflammation and do something to reduce it. For that purpose, we present you the following natural remedies.
MAGNESIUM : This mineral is vital for more than 300 bio-mechanics responses, one of which is the process of relieving pain and stiffness. Magnesium as well helps in bone mineralization, meaning it keeps your bones strong. To fight arthritis, eat a magnesium-rich diet, including nuts, beans, and dark-leafy greens. As an alternative, you can take it as a supplement form, or apply topical magnesium to your aching joints.
MORNING BATH : Long, warm bath in the morning will loosen any stiffness you have in your joints. To prevent waking with terrible stiffness, sleep with a heating pad or electric blanket.
TURMERIC : The active compound of turmeric, curcumin, effectively relieves arthritis inflammation, according to the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health. You can easily add this pungent, delicious spice in your daily diet. Add it to your omelet; make a turmeric tea or an Indian curry.
OLIVE OIL : The anti-inflammatory enzymes in cold-pressed extra virgin olive oil work just like Ibuprofen, without the side effects. To add it in your diet, use it instead of butter in various dishes, or apply it topically onto your joints and massage gently. Do these soothing massages twice a day.
CONSUME MORE FISH : Tuna, salmon, mackerel, and herring contain omega-3 fatty acids which according to the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health, help relieve tender joints and morning stiffness. Another option to get the daily amount of omega-3 fatty acids, is taking fish oil supplement.
WEAR GLOVES TO BED : Although a bit odd, wearing gloves while sleeping at night will do wonders for the wrists and fingers of arthritis patients. Wear snug-fitting gloves to prevent your hands become stiff and swollen in the morning. Another option is to wrap a scarf around your aching knees or elbows to relieve the pain.
GET MORE CITRUS : Lemons, lime, and oranges are very helpful in the treatment of osteoarthritis due to the high vitamin C content. This vitamin is essential in the formation of the main cartilage components, and it fights against the free radicals that damage the cartilage. To get more Vitamin C, drink water with lemon or lime, and orange juice, or eat more lemons and oranges.
Arthritis doesn’t have to be painful and debilitating. All you have to do is adopt some of these home remedies and you will feel the relief in a short period.
