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Article #397: Arthritis Cure - Herbs and Ayurvedic Remedies, Arthritis Home Remedy

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Arthritis is inflammation of the joints. bitter drumsticks.
It can occur anywhere in the body and, (3) Ayurvedic Treatment for Arthritis
based on that, there are several types of Mahayogaraja Guggulu is the drug of
arthritis. The most common type of choice in arthritis. Its dosage depends
arthritis is osteoarthritis, which is the on the climate. In winter season, the
common ailment of pain in the joints dosage is double of what it is in the
observed in elderly people. Other common summer. In summer the dosage is two
types of arthritic ailments are tablets twice a day. The preferable mode
rheumatoid arthritis and gout. of taking these tablets is on an empty
The word arthritis is derived from two stomach, and they should be taken with
root Greek words - arthros meaning milk or warm water.
'joint' and itis meaning 'inflammation'. For bigger joints suffering from
Hence, arthritis literally translates as arthritis, Brihadvata chintamani is given
inflammation of the joints. in a dosage of 250 milligrams twice or
Arthritis is an auto-immune disease, thrice a day. If the spine also develops
which means, it is a disease in which the arthritic pains, then the dosage
human body attacks itself. It begins in increased for a week; then returned back
one or two joints where an acute pain is to normal. For chronic arthritis,
felt. This is the most miserable phase of Maharasandhi kwatha is prescribed.
arthritis. Over time, this pain may Mahanarayana taila is prescribed for
disappear, but it could cause permanent external application over the affected
deformities in the bones and joints. joints. The application must be done with
In all types of arthritis, the following a gently massage. In the winter months,
symptoms are observed:- - The initial the oil must be warmed before application
pains are felt as fleeting pains in the for better results.
joints, which seem to be no more than a (4) Home Medications
twitching pain. - Pains alternate Some household remedies are known to
between various joints quickly. - If the provide relief from arthritic pains. The
arthritis becomes acute, then on a following are some of the more benefiting
particular day there is very sharp pain ones:-
in a joint, and it becomes absolutely - Applying a paste of limestone and honey
normal the next day. The next day another on the affected joints externally
joint could be affected in a similar provides relief.
fashion. - The pains could increase in - Mash some mustard in warm water and
the winter season or in cold nights. apply this solution on the joints. This
(1) Useful Herbs in the Treatment of must be done repeatedly to get results.
Arthritis - Put two teaspoons of cumin into a glass
- Alfalfa (Medicago satina) Alfalfa of water. Bring this to a boil. When the
makes the food residues in the body water is still hot, soak a towel in it
alkaline, which helps in assimilating and foment the affected region with this
them easily into the blood. This is towel. This will provide relief from the
effective in reducing the rheumatoid pain within a few hours.
pains. Tea is made from the seeds of the - Asafetida mixed with egg yolk can
alfalfa for consumption. be applied on the affected joints to seek
- Castor seeds (Ricinus communis) The immediate relief.
seeds of castor are beneficial in - Prepare a pancake from wheat flour.
arthritic pains that are of a gouty or Roast it on one side, but leave it
rheumatoid nature. The seeds are made uncooked on the other. Then put some
into a poultice and applied over the heated mustard oil on the uncooked side.
affected joints. When it is hot, tie it like a tourniquet
- Celery (Apium graveolens) The high on the affected joint, or provide
sodium content of celery is useful in fomentation with it. This provides quick
relieving the pains of arthritis. Freshly relief.
extracted juice of the celery plant must - Mix some cardamom in milk. Put a pinch
be taken for the best results. of turmeric in this milk. This is to be
- Garlic (Allium sativum) The benefits drunk every night while going to sleep.
of garlic in the treatment of rheumatoid This makes the person sleep peacefully in
arthritis are acknowledged all over the the morning.
world. It relives the pains of arthritis Simple yogic asanas and light exercise
due to its anti-inflammatory properties. helps proper digestion of the body and
There are very little or no side-effects also protects it from autoimmune
in using garlic as a remedy. problems. Hence, these are beneficial in
(2) Dietary Treatments for Arthritis arthritis.
Constipation can aggravate arthritic If you have recurrent pains in the
pains. Hence foods that are difficult to joints, then do not keep the joint
digest must be avoided. covered. As far as possible, keep the
The following foods must be avoided if joint exposed to the air. For example, if
you have continuous arthritic pains:- - you have pain in the knee joints, then do
Animal fats - Fried foods - Foods rich not wear tight denim clothing; shorts
in carbohydrates like potatoes - would be a good idea. This will provide
Tomatoes - Peppers - Salt - Sour freer circulation of blood in the joint
foods, including curds and reduce the pains.
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morning is a good diet remedy for and Acidity Home Remedies.
reducing arthritic pains. Bitter Read more about Ayurveda at World's
vegetables have also been found to have Largest Portal on Ayurveda and Ayurvedic
excellent properties in the treatment of Remedies.
arthritis. These include bitter gourd and






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