the art™ of healthy joints!. what is a joint? joints are two or more bones joined together – can...
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The ART™ of Healthy
Joints!
What is a Joint?Joints are
• Two or more bones joined together – can be rigid, like skull bones or
–movable, like knees, hips, and shoulders
• Many have cartilage on the ends of the bones where they come together – Healthy cartilage helps bones glide over one another and
prevents them from rubbing against each other
Source: http://www.niams.nih.gov/Health_Info/Kids/healthy_joints.asp
Healthy JointsKeeping your joints healthy allows you to run, walk, jump, play sports, and be active. Physical activity, a balanced diet, avoiding injuries, and getting plenty of sleep helps keep your joints healthy.
Source: http://www.niams.nih.gov/Health_Info/Kids/healthy_joints.asp
The most common joint problems: • Osteoarthritis
– Breakdown of cartilage allowing bones to rub together, – Causes pain, swelling, loss of motion in the joint– Can be triggered by damage to the cartilage from an injury.
• Rheumatoid arthritis – Autoimmune disease in which the immune system attacks joint tissues– Results in pain, swelling, stiffness, and loss of function– May cause fatigue and fever – Can cause permanent damage to the joints – May affect the heart, lungs, or other organs
• Gout – Caused by a buildup of uric acid crystals
in the joints– Can be extremely painful
Joint Problems
Source: http://www.niams.nih.gov/Health_Info/Kids/healthy_joints.asp
Arthritis and DrugsNonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDS) used to relieve arthritis pain include• Acetaminophen (Tylenol®)• Paracetamol (Panatol®)• Ibuprofen (Advil®)• Mefenamic acid (Ponstan®)• Naproxen (Aleve®)
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Problems with NSAIDs• May reduce kidneys’ ability to cleanse blood• May cause liver damage• May cause death• May cause stomach upset• May not realize how much you are taking as
they are found in many other prescription products as well as over the counter drugs
Source: Dr. Jau-Fei Chen, Enjoying health & Longevity with Nutritional Immunology.
• Over 175 million Americans take OTC pain medication
• 44% of the those who took pain medication in 2002 admitted to exceeding the recommended dosage
• 16,500 Americans die each year with 103,000 hospitalized with NSAID-related complications
Problems with NSAIDs
Source: Dr. Jau-Fei Chen, Enjoying health & Longevity with Nutritional Immunology.
SteroidsDoctors often prescribe a corticosteroid to relieve acute symptoms, with the goal of gradually tapering off the medication.
Corticosteroid medications, such as prednisone, reduce inflammation and pain and slow joint damage, but side effects may include thinning of bones, cataracts, weight gain and diabetes.
Source: http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/rheumatoid-arthritis/DS00020/DSECTI
ON=treatments-and-drugs
ImmunosuppressantsThese medications act to control an out-of-control immune system, which is causing rheumatoid arthritis. Examples of immunosuppressants include azathioprine (Imuran, Azasan) and cyclosporine (Neoral, Sandimmune, Gengraf). These medications can increase your susceptibility to infection.
What your body really needs is the proper nutrition to correct the immune system itself.
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/rheumatoid-arthritis/DS00020/DSECTION=treatments-and-drugs
Can Food Really Help?“You should aim for a diet that’s high in fruits, vegetables, fish, nuts, legumes, and olive oil. Limit or avoid red meat, dairy, saturated fats, and sugar to help prevent arthritis and manage arthritis-related inflammation and pain.”
Source: Healthline. Change your diet, ease your pain. Written by Denine
Stracker, RN | Medically Reviewed on May 1, 2013 by George Krucik, MD
Peach Seed• Actually, the almond-like nut inside the seed covering• Contains laetrile• also known as amygdalin or vitamin B17; • induces programmed cell death in cancer cells• leaves healthy cells alone
Source: http://www.naturalnews.com/033123_laetrile_vitamin_B17.html#ixzz2ln6KnKko
• Helps trauma-related injuries• Helps alleviate autoimmune-related conditions
Peach Seed
Source: Dr. Jau-Fei Chen, Nutritional Immunology.
Safflower• Modulates the immune system• Helps increase lowered
immune response• Helps regulates overactive
immune response
Source: http://www.healthline.com/natstandardcontent/safflower#2
Chinese Lovage• Recommended in the Divine
Husbandman’s Classic of Materia Medica for alleviating physical discomfort
• Diuretic that has cleansing properties
• Helps nourish the kidneys
Source: Dr. Jau-Fei Chen, Plant Foods and Nutritional Immunology: A Scientific Approach.
• Contains Vitamin E Phosphorus B complex Biotin Niacin Pantothenic acid
Licorice
Manganese Iodine Chromium Zinc Lecithin
Source: Dr. Jau-Fei Chen, Nutritional Immunology
Licorice• Strengthens the immune system by
increasing interferon production
• Exhibits anti-inflammatory and anti-arthritic properties
• More than 10 anti-inflammatory favonoids isolated from licorice
• Chemical components help reduce swelling
Source: Dr. Jau-Fei Chen, Plant Foods and Nutritional Immunology: A Scientific Approach.
Jujube• Helps with inflammation and asthma• Contain large amounts of antioxidants that
help improve the immune system and overall health
• Strengthening effects with plenty of phytochemicals
• Contain vitamins A, B2 and C, manganese, iron, phosphorus and calcium, which work synergistically to create general health and well being and bolster the immune system.
Sources: www.webmd.com, Jujube; http://www.livestrong.com/article/117526-health-benefits-jujube-fruit/#ixzz2eWt0zvCi
Dong Quai• Scientific name, Angelica sinensis,
came from medieval Europe where it was used to treat bubonic plague
• Used for rheumatism, among other things
• Helps relax the central nervous system
Source: Dr. Jau-Fei Chen, Nutritional Immunology.
Dong Quai• Japanese researchers found it helps arthritis• Has immunosuppressant activity to help
alleviate chronic inflammation• Acts as an analgesic
Source: Dr. Jau-Fei Chen, Nutritional Immunology.
Ginseng
• Well documented anti-inflammatory properties• Modulates immune system activities• Adaptogenic
ART™• Peach Seed• Safflower• Chinese Lovage • Licorice • Jujube • Dong Quai • Ginseng
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