Eat Your Way Out of Arthritis Pain

Taking a Closer Look at Your Diet

They say that we are what we eat, and there is a great deal of truth to that. These days it can be hard to eat healthy for a number of reasons. It could be because eating right is not affordable or simply because there is a lack of knowledge. There is also the problem with chemicals and hormones that are added into a lot of foods that, when put into our bodies after we eat it, cause many problems such as inflammation. Our gut and our immune system are responsible for cleansing our body from the bad substances and absorbing the good things that we need when it is functioning properly. The true problems happen when it is not working as it should and eating the right foods with the right nutrients will work in your favor and clear out the junk. Although this change is beneficial for anyone, those who suffer from disease process, such as arthritis, that is going on internally will see a drastic improvement in their symptoms.

So What Should I Eat?

Eating foods that are great sources of nutrients is always good for your arthritic joints. This can be done by eating more fruits and vegetables and eating fewer foods that have little to no nutritional value. Nonetheless, you also want to think about eating foods that combat inflammation, strengthen the bones, and improve the immune system.

• Fish – These excellent swimmer are high in omega-3 fatty acids that help decrease inflammation. Eat at least 3-4 ounces twice a week, namely salmon, herring, tuna, and mackerel.
• Oils – Olive, avocado, and sunflower oil are healthy fats that help make bad cholesterol levels fall while improving inflammation from the oleocanthal it contains.
• Foods with Vitamin D – Milk is an excellent source of vitamin D, but you want to make sure the brand you get is not filled with too many hormones. Vitamin D is best absorbed with calcium, and it improves the immune system. You can also eat leafy greens, like spinach, to get your fill. 
• Broccoli– This tasty green is high in vitamins K and C, calcium, and sulforaphone that is especially perfect for osteoarthritis.
• Green Tea – It is packed with antioxidants, polyphenols and epigallocatechin-3-gallote (EGCG) that work on the immune system, inflammation block molecules that start joint injury.
• Citrus Fruits – Tangy fruits like lime, lemon, and oranges is loaded with antioxidants from vitamin C which help the joints. 
• Whole Grains – Grains reduce C-reactive protein (CRP), which are markers the body produce when there are high levels of inflation. Brown rice and oatmeal are two of the many options to take.
• Garlic, Onions, and Leeks – The trio are part of the allium family and have been shown to reduce cartilage damaging enzymes 

Healthy Food and Amber Equals Magic

Implementing one change, such as a healthier diet, can work in you favor when living with arthritis. However, a doing a combination of things to improve and decrease the amount of inflammation in the body will work better and sooner. Baltic Essentials Amber is potent enough to takle arthritis pain thanks to its amazing analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties. The succinic acid is released from the beads and sent to the bloodstream where it eases pain due to its effects on receptors and it helps thwart the abnormally high levels of inflammation primarily gathered at the joints. Relief can be felt not long after wearing it, and the powers of Baltic Essentials Amberwill continue to work for years before you ever need to replace it. Keeping the inflammation at a minimum through your diet and with Amber will be just the arsenal you need to beat arthritis pain.