Research on Human Arthritis, Specifically Holistic Treatments
Index of Diseases / Health Conditions ... Medicinal Foods, Herbs, Spices & Household Items
The below provides a general overview on this topic and may not apply to everyone. Any treatment protocol should be discussed with a qualified healthcare practitioner ... Please refer to: Medical & Legal Disclaimer.
According to the Arthritis Foundation:
- Arthritis is the most common chronic health problem in the U.S.
- 66 million people suffer from it today.
- Arthritis is the leading cause of disability
Also refer to:
Could Vitamin D Help Cure Arthritis?
Dr. James Dowd, leading rheumatologist and researcher, who works at the Arthritis Institute of Michigan, has been prescribing vitamin D to people suffering from chronic disorders, such as arthritis, back pain and headaches, and he claims that there is significant improvement in their symptoms. We make most vitamin D when our skin is exposed to fairly strong sunlight, and we can get more from oily fish (please refer to fish oil or click here to find the best and the worst fish to eat) and a few other fortified foods or supplements (i.e. Cod Liver Oil - some lemon-flavored cod liver oils are pleasant to take).
In this book, The Vitamin D Cure, Dr. Dowd lists a number of success stories using his approach. Dr. James Dowd reveals the causes of vitamin D deficiency and offers a simple, easy-to-follow five-step program that can eliminate or alleviate a host of seemingly incurable conditions, such as arthritis, in as little as six weeks. He states that by staying on the program, you can enjoy robust health and improved fitness for the rest of your life. For more info on the book and reviews, please click here.
Holistic Approach:
(The following is research pertaining to HUMAN arthritis treatment - however, it may help your pet. DISCUSS WITH YOUR HOLISTIC VET)
Recommended Food Items for Nutritional Support / Treatment of Arthritis:
Cod Liver Oil (My number one nutritional support choice for arthritis. Please click on link for more info.)
Herbal Anti-Inflammatories ... Grape Seeds / Grape Seed Extract ... Pumpkin Seeds ... Yogurt ... Dandelion
Cayenne: An overall digestive aid containing liberal amounts of Vitamins A, C, B-complex, calcium, phosphorous and iron. It is anti-inflammatory and helps arthritic conditions.
Cinnamon & Honey: "Take one part honey to two parts of lukewarm water and add a small teaspoon of cinnamon powder, make a paste and massage it on the itching part of the body slowly. It is noticed that the pain recedes within a minute or two. Arthritis patients may take daily, morning and night, one cup of hot water with two spoons of honey and one small teaspoon of cinnamon powder. If taken regularly even chronic arthritis can be cured. In a recent research conducted 1657 at the Copenhagen University, it was found that when the doctors treated their patients with a mixture of one tablespoon Honey and half teaspoon cinnamon powder before breakfast, they found that within a week out of the 200 people so treated practically 73 patients were totally relieved of pain and within a month, mostly all the patients who could not walk or move around because of arthritis started walking without pain."
Massaging the painful joints with aloe juice helps reduce the pain
Infected Pressure Sores & Swellings. May require antibiotics and /or anti-inflammatories to bring down the swelling and relieve the arthritis. Dexamethasone is sometimes prescribed, but this medication is not recommended for long-term use as it is a steroid. B
Open Sores: Various medicated ointments / lotions are available.
What to avoid:
- The minerals in mineral water are inorganic and they crystallize in the body, both inside and outside the circulatory system. When they crystallize outside the circulatory system, they cause such problems as arthritis. When they crystallize inside the circulatory system, they are deposited in the walls of your arteries and, over the years, contribute to the plaque formation of atherosclerosis. It is generally agreed that this is not a good source of water.
- Cortisone, aspirin and ibuprofen, if taken too long, degrade your joints.
Recommended Readings (Human application only, but may be helpful with birds)
Herbal Treatments / Herbal Anti-Inflammatories (web resource)
Healthy Bones & Joints: A Natural Approach to Treating Arthritis, Osteoporosis, Tendinitis, Myalgia & Bursitis
How to Eat Away Arthritis : Gain Relief from the Pain and Discomfort of Arthritis Through Nature's Remedies
Natural Antibiotics / Herbal Anti-inflammatories - Strengthening Your Immunesystem Naturally
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