Joint Pain Relief Foods You Can Find In Your Kitchen
Introduction
Do you have joint pain? Even after undergoing many treatments, is your joint pain not decreasing? What kind of diet or food items are available in your kitchen that can help alleviate your joint pain? To find out what can help relieve your joint pain.
Hello everyone, my name is Dr Rajat Gulati, Medical Director. As we all know, joint pain has become a pervasive problem. It is estimated that from primary health centres to medical colleges, the maximum number of patients visiting doctors after suffering from cold and cough complain about joint pain.
Joint pain is prevalent in every village and household. At some point in our lives, we have all experienced joint pain ourselves or seen our loved ones facing difficulties in daily activities due to joint pain.
I will now share with you five food items that are readily available in your kitchen and can be effectively used to alleviate joint pain.
1.Ginger
Before discussing the food, let's talk about ginger. Ginger is an anti-inflammatory agent that we all are familiar with. It has beneficial effects on our bodies.
Ginger can reduce inflammation and the burning sensation caused by pro-inflammatory products. It is necessary to eliminate the flash out of the products that increase the burning sensation, and ginger acts as an anti-inflammatory and antioxidant. Ginger can be used in various ways. Some people grate it and prefer to consume it by adding it to tea. Others prepare a mixture or concoction by grating ginger, adding a little honey, and taking it. You can use ginger abundantly, and it will help alleviate joint pain.
2.Turmeric
Now, let's talk about another ingredient called turmeric. We all know about turmeric, right? Turmeric contains curcumin, which is an essential anti-inflammatory compound. It is entirely natural and commonly found in our kitchens. We see turmeric being added to vegetables, and some people even enjoy eating turmeric curry. The curcumin content in turmeric is beneficial for our bodies as it reduces information, burning sensation, swelling, and redness in our joints. It also acts as an antioxidant, eliminating free radicals and reducing pain.
You can also consume turmeric with milk, which provides both anti-inflammatory benefits and a source of calcium.
3.Ashwagandha
Another essential product is Ashwagandha, also known as Indian ginseng. It is a medicinal herb that can be ground with sesame or flax seeds to create a mixture. You can consume this mixture with milk as well. Ashwagandha contains anti-inflammatory components and antioxidants and acts as a natural painkiller. If you have joint pain or lower back pain, you can use Ashwagandha. It also plays a beneficial role in muscle relaxation.
4.Flaxseed
The fourth component is flaxseed, known for its anti-inflammatory properties and abundance of omega-3 fatty acids. You can soak flaxseeds in buttermilk, grind them, and apply the paste to the affected area.