Sunday, June 12, 2011

All-Natural Pain Fighters


Lots of people can’t enjoy their time to the fullest because of arthritis or some other type of joint-related pain.

Many of them think their only choice is to take dangerous painkillers like Celebrex and Ultram.
This is unfortunate. These types of drugs are sold by companies that put profits first, patients second.

You don’t need to risk your life or your health in order to have a better quality of life. You can live pain-free naturally.

For starters, diet can help. Eating foods rich in omega-3s like wild caught salmon, egg yolks, and grass-fed beef can help reduce the pain. Omega-3s are a well-known and proven anti-inflammatory.

You can also supplement with any of these three safe, all-natural pain fighters:

MSM (methylsulfonylmethane) – This is the natural, bio-available form of sulfur. It’s been used for thousands of years to relieve aches and pains. In fact, Trojan warriors would soak in natural sulfur springs to heal their joint pain. No question, it works. Researchers at the Arthritis Health Center in Arizona tracked 50 adults with knee osteoarthritis. One group was given MSM. The other group got a placebo. Those taking MSM had a significant decrease in arthritis pain and improved overall physical function.2 I recommend 850 mg of MSM per day.

White Willow Bark – The use of this ancient joint remedy dates back to the Greek physician Hippocrates (400 B.C.). Its active ingredient is salicin. The same ingredient found in aspirin. The difference? Salicin is free of side effects. You can find white willow bark at most health-food stores. Aim for 240 mg per day.

GLA (gamma-linolenic acid) – This is commonly found in plant-based omega-6 fatty acids. Common sources include borrage oil, evening primrose oil, and black currant seed oil. One study published in The Annuals of Internal Medicine found that patients taking GLA for 24 weeks reported 45% reduction in tender joints and 41% reduction in swollen joints.3 For maximum benefit, take 300 mg per day.

Big Pharma has always disliked natural solutions like these. The reason is simple. Nature’s pharmacy can’t be patented and sold for profit.


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