Herbal Remedies For Arthritis

Arthritis is a degenerative joint disease that is extremely prevalent among the old. The name itself means ‘joint inflammation’ in Greek. The earliest evidence of arthritis is said to date back to 4500 BC and it is also suggested that it was one of the most common ailment among prehistoric people. Among the various forms of arthritis, the most common are the osteoarthritis and gout. Arthritis is characterized by inflammation of the joints and severe pain. Sometimes the body may be deformed and mobility is also hampered. The causes of arthritis are varied like physical stress on the joints, heavy weight, genetic factors, improper diet, and metabolic problems. It can be treated by taking effective measures in strengthening the joint and bones. Natural remedies have been found to be very effective in treating arthritis. These remedies do not have any side effects and since elderly people are sensitive to medication, it is the most viable option. Read the article below to learn more on the various herbal remedies for arthritis.

Potato Juice
Cut a potato into thin slices without removing the peel and put it in a bowl containing water. Drink the water on an empty stomach in the morning. This treatment has been in use since centuries. 

Green Leafy Vegetable Juice
Take any green leafy vegetable and drink the juice. You can also mix celery and beetroot juice to the vegetable juice. Vegetable juice is rich in alkaline, which dissolves the deposits around the joints. 

Pineapple Juice
Take pineapple juice regularly. Pineapple has the enzyme bromelain, which helps in reducing the inflammation. 

Sesame Seeds
To control joint pains, soak a tablespoon of black sesame seeds in a cup of water and leave it overnight. Next morning drink the water along with the seeds. Regular drinking of sesame seeds and water reduces the joint pain to a great extent.

Copper
Copper builds up the muscular system. Place water in a copper vessel, and leave it overnight for it to accumulate copper traces. Drink the water next morning. 

Calcium
Calcium strengthens the bones and joints. Taking calcium regularly for a period of five months is highly beneficial for curing arthritis. The minimum intake per day should be about 2400 mg and should be taken in the form of calcium lactate. 

Garlic
Garlic contains anti-inflammatory chemicals, which is very effective in reducing the swelling as a result of arthritis. It can be taken either cooked or raw. 

Banana
A diet exclusively of bananas for a week greatly reduces the symptoms of arthritis. Banana is rich in vitamin B6, which is helpful in treating arthritis. People suffering from arthritis should have a minimum of five to six bananas every day. 

Lime
The uric acid deposits around the joints can be dissolved by the citric acid found in lime. Taken once a day in the morning, it greatly reduces the joint pain.

 Alfalfa

Add one teaspoon of alfalfa in one cup of tea. Drink four to five cups daily for a period of three weeks. 

Green Gram
Make green gram soup and take it three times a day to get relief from arthritis pain. 

Castor Oil
Take two tablespoons of castor oil and heat it in medium heat. Pour it in a glass of fresh orange juice, and drink it. Take it every morning till the arthritis pain subsides.