arthritis

Broccoli as a Medicine: Why You Should Be Growing Broccoli Sprouts

Silver's picture

Submitted by Silver on

Natural Society, By: Elizabeth Renter, 01/10/2014

broccolis1 263x164 Broccoli as a Medicine: Why You Should Be Growing Broccoli Sprouts

There may not be a single vegetable or fruit that is unhealthy for you. Though there are always some pros and cons (especially when considering specific situations), these nearly-perfect foods are natural whole solutions for better health. Among these plant-foods, there are some that stand out above the rest—being at the pinnacle of healthful foods. While most people recognize blueberries, garlic, and kale as a few of these “superfoods”, broccoli sprouts have earned their place at the top as well.

 

Numerous studies have linked a compound found within broccoli, cabbage, and Brussels sprouts to a wide variety of health benefits. The compound, sulforaphane, has been shown to fight cancer, arthritis, and heart disease. And while it’s found in these cruciferous vegetables, it’s most concentrated in broccoli sprouts.

 

Sesame Seeds Superior to Conventional Knee Arthritis Drug Treatments

Silver's picture

Submitted by Silver on

Natural Society, By: Elizabeth Renter, 11/25/2013

sesame seeds arthritis 263x164 Sesame Seeds Superior to Conventional Knee Arthritis Drug Treatments

When you experience pain or illness, where do you go? A recent study published in the International Journal of Rheumatic Diseases indicates that something in your kitchen could be superior than even the medicine cabinet if you suffer from knee arthritis. Specifically, you need to reach for the sesame seeds.

 

Researchers with Tabriz University of Medical Sciences sought to compare the effectiveness of sesame seeds to the effectiveness of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID), a common solution for knee osteoarthritis. They found the seeds to offer benefits without side effects. The same couldn’t be said for the NSAID treatment, though.

 

For more on this story visit www.naturalsociety.com

Treat your rheumatoid arthritis naturally with curcumin: Research

Silver's picture

Submitted by Silver on

Naturalnews.com, By: PF Louis, 07/07/2013

(NaturalNews) Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a manifestation of joint inflammation. There are numerous turmeric and curcumin studies that have confirmed either turmeric or its isolated main active ingredient curcumin works to minimize inflammation.

 

A March 2012 study in India used 45 human subjects with active RA and separated separated them into three groups. One group was given 500 mg daily of curcumin only, another group was given dicoflenic sodium only, a pharmaceutical NSAID (non-steroid anti-inflammatory drug) prescribed for arthritic pain, and the third group was given a combination of turmeric and dicoflenic sodium.

 

For more on this story visit www.naturalnews.com

Subscribe to RSS - arthritis