2006-09-01 02:36:15 · 14 answers · asked by soar 3 in Health ➔ Alternative Medicine
I have rheumatoid arthritis and a friend of mine told me about something her grandfather took and worked wonders on him, oregano capsules. You can find it online, I'm gonna give it a try.
Good luck!
2006-09-01 05:09:11 · answer #1 · answered by Shea 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
In rheumatoid arthritis, the immune system, for unknown reasons, attacks its own joints and surrounding tissues. Experts don't completely understand why this so-called autoimmune reaction occurs, but they think that some people have a genetic predisposition to rheumatoid arthritis and that its onset can be triggered by an infection, an inadequate diet, or emotional stress. This chronic inflammatory condition can begin at any age but most often appears between the ages of 20 and 40. There's no cure for rheumatoid arthritis, but any of the remedies listed in the chart may alleviate chronic pain, reduce inflammation, or help slow joint damage. They can be used alone or together, as well as with conventional drugs. Effects may take several weeks to be felt. Perform gentle non-weight-bearing exercises, such as swimming. Try physical therapy; massage, heat, or cold packs may help too. Get plenty of rest -- 10 to 12 hours or more a night if needed. Supplement Recommendations - Vitamin C Dosage: 1,000 mg 3 times a day. Comments: Reduce dose if diarrhea develops. Vitamin E Dosage: 400 IU twice a day. Comments: Check with your doctor if taking anticoagulant drugs. Zinc/Copper Dosage: 30 mg zinc and 2 mg copper twice a day. Comments: Add copper only when using zinc longer than 1 month. Fish Oils Dosage: 2,000 mg 3 times a day. Comments: Check with your doctor if taking anticoagulant drugs. Evening Primrose Oil Dosage: 1,000 mg 3 times a day. Comments: Can substitute 1,000 mg borage oil once a day. Glucosamine Dosage: 500 mg glucosamine sulfate 3 times a day. Comments: Take with food to minimize stomach upset. Ginger Dosage: 100 mg 3 times a day. Comments: Standardized to contain gingerols. Can also drink up to 4 cups a day of ginger tea. Cat's Claw Dosage: 250 mg standardized extract twice a day. Comments: Take between meals. Cayenne Cream Dosage: Apply topically to affected joints 3 or 4 times a day. Comments: Standardized to contain 0.025%-0.075% capsaicin.
2016-03-17 06:02:48 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Arthritis is the inflammation of joints. Although there are various types and causes of arthritis, with some occurring in several members of the same family, the three most common types of arthritis are Osteoarthritis, the most common; Rheumatoid Arthritis, and Gout.
Osteoarthritis is the most common form of joint disease. At least some 20 million adults in the USA are afflicted by it. Radiologically, it is evident in the weight bearing joints in 90 percent of adult by age 40. Symptoms of the disease become progressively evident and worsen with age.
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2006-09-01 04:03:41 · answer #3 · answered by agarcia 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Garlic is a good herb for arthritis. specific treatments require more details. "maharasnadi kashaya" and " mahayograj gugulu" are commonly used alternative medicines in Ayurveda.
2006-09-01 03:31:58 · answer #4 · answered by dr vatsa 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try exercise, it reduces pains and increases synovial fluids in that joint allowing a greater range of motion. A consistant exercise program will also build capilaries to the musclature region increasing blood volume. Increased blood volume oxidizes the blood. Oxygen sustained in an effected region rids toxic debris such as imflamation in joints. back pain eliminator has info on oxidation, or contact me at that website, I'll help if you wish. james
2006-09-01 03:52:17 · answer #5 · answered by superfrexy_4u 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I work with a product that has proven very successful for arthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. It all comes from a little red berry, and this berry has turned my life around.
2006-09-01 09:19:09 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
My favorite school of thought on alternative medicine is Louise Hay's fabulous book "You can heal your life". In it, she details how the cause and cure for many physical ailments can lay in our thoughts - how we get what we think about and dwell on into our lives and negative emotions like anger, guilt, resentment manifest as pain and discomfort in the body. It is meant to empower each of us to change our thoughts to change our lives.
I can not tell you what a miracle this book has been for me in my life and I urge everyone to check it out. I was able to overcome a thryroid issue that I had struggled with for years in 6 short months after reading this book. Not just manage it, but problem free. No symptoms, no medication.
Here's the link: http://www.hayhouse.com/details.php?id=267
Peace!
2006-09-01 04:32:23 · answer #7 · answered by carole 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
If you have a Dr. you go to ask him for Tramdol its non-narcotic and it helps relive the pain of arthritis, i love it and it works well for me.... Good Luck
2006-09-01 02:39:37 · answer #8 · answered by brutalA 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I've heard that eliminating dairy and nightshade vegetables (tomatoes, peppers, eggplant, cashews) from your diet is supposed to work. You could try it for a week or 2 and see if it helps. Good luck.
2006-09-01 05:23:20 · answer #9 · answered by sharbysyd 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
5 apples
3 plums
1/4 cup fresh or frozen PITTED cherries
2 tbs lemon juice
1 cup water
juice each fruit separately
combine w/ lemon & water
blend until smooth ( put leftovers in frig)
Drink every morning.
2006-09-01 02:44:16 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋