NSAID's [Non-steroidial, Anti-Inflammatory Drugs]

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n Dr. John R. Lee's book " Optimal Health Guidelines " ,

he relates that NSAID's [non-steroidial, anti-inflammatory drugs]

carry a worrisome load of adverse side effects.

 

NSAID's include ibuprofen [Motrin, Advil], indomethacin [indocin],

Naproxen [Aleve, Naprosyn], Piroxicam [Feldene], Sulindace

[Clinoril], and various other OTC drugs.

 

NSAID's are linked to 200 - 300,000 cases of gastro-intestinal tract

bleeding each year,leading to 10 -20,000 deaths.

 

Aspirin was originally derived from willow bark.

Pharmaceutical companies dubbed it 'aspirin' after it was chemically

altered. It is impossible to patent a natural substance, i.e...natural willow

bark.

 

Both NSAID's and Aspirin interfere with the body's biosynthesis of

*prostaglandins*, suppressing inflammation and awareness of pain.

 

The resulting suppression fails to effectively address the cause of

the pain, *fluid retention* and *build up* of " nitrogenous wastes " in

the blood.

 

The function of the prostaglandins are disrupted throughout this

entire process. They become suppressed, leading to an acidic " build up "

that leaves holes/cavities in the stomach and intestines.

 

In large doses acetaminophen will cause irreversible liver damage

and death and increase your chances of advanced kidney disease

according to the Journal of the AMA.

 

According to studies at Vanderbilt University, elderly people who

take NSAIDS are four times as likely to die from ulcers and

gastrointestinal bleeding than others.

 

NSAID's tend to cause sodium " retention " and inhibit kidney function as well.

 

Looking for natural alternatives?

 

You might try the following herbs and supplements.

 

Bromelain from pineapples is an excellent pain reliever.

The isolated component (bromelain) is available

in supplement form as well.

 

For migraines, the herb feverfew will cut the number and severity

of headaches and greatly reduce the nausea that usually accompanies

them.

 

Vitamin C and B Complex, potassium, boswellin and turmeric are natural

anti-inflammatories which reduce pain by decreasing fluid levels.

This is due mainly to their *diuretic* components which tend to reduce

inflammation.

 

Meadowsweet tea- is very similar to willowbark and contains several

fabulous pain relieving components.

 

Magnesium supplementation provides an excellent natural muscle relaxer

and pain reliever.

 

Anti-oxidants like Vitamin E and C (rosehips, acerola berry),

beta-carotene, selenium [as in raw nuts, seeds,garlic, onions],

pycnogenol, citrus bioflavonoids, COQ10 and alpha lipoic acid will

reduce pain levels as well.

 

Whenever you feel a headache or pain surfacing, drink three tall eight ounce

glasses of pure spring water, within the span of the first half hour.

 

This recommendation is from Dr. Lorraine Day Ph.D. former trauma

surgeon and breast cancer survivor.

She relates that water therapy spared her even more pain throughout the

eight months it took for her to recover from stage-three breast cancer.

 

http://www.drday.com

 

For arthritis, try glucosamine, MSM, and glucosamine chrondoitin

sulfate which will relieve your pain without the harmful side effects

of aspirin and other OTC pain relievers.

 

Note: Diabetics should not take this supplement (glucosamine). It is

made from a type of sucrose has been known to adversely impact blood

glucose levels of diabetics.

 

The following therapies can be undertaken at home under appropriate

professional supervision:

 

Aromatherapy:

Dissolve camphor, mint in rubbing alcohol or sesame oil and apply

externally.

 

Juice Therapy:

Celery juice during acute inflammatory stage

Carrot, celery, and cabbage juice

Carrot, beet, and cucumber

 

Aromatherapy: Detoxify with cypress, fennel, and lemon. Massage

affected joints with rosemary, benzoin, chamomile, camphor, juniper,

lavender.

 

Hydrotherapy: Constitutional hydrotherapy: apply two to five times

weekly. Or heating compress: apply once daily to affected areas.

Leon Chaitow, N.D., D.O., of London, England, reports that the

neutral bath [patient immersed in water (35 degrees centigrade) for

two hours] has been effective in reducing the swelling of joints in

rheumatoid patients.

 

Juice Therapy:

Carrot, celery, and cabbage juice. Add a little parsley.

Potato juice

Cherry juice

 

Take juice of half a lemon before every meal and before going to

bed.

Carrot, beet, and cucumber

During acute stage, one pint to one quart celery juice daily

Radish, garlic -No tomato.

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Ginger:

 

Proteolytic enzymes, of which there are several besides zingibain,

also play an additional role in controlling autoimmune diseases.

Ginger contains zingibain, a special kind of proteolytic enzyme that

has the ability to chemically break down protein. (Adolph's meat tenderizer

works because it contains this kind of

enzyme).

 

They help reduce blood levels of compounds known as

" immune complexes " ,

high levels of which activate the immune system to " attack " the body

itself, ultimately leading to tissue damage.

 

Zingibain, which comprises as much as 2 percent of fresh ginger

root, is as powerful an enzyme as the bromelain in pineapple or the

papain in papaya.

 

Ginger is one of nature's richest sources of proteolytic enzymes,

containing approximately 180 times more than the papaya plant.

 

Note: Whenever using papaya plant ensure thats its from an organic

source. Papaya plant is genetically altered by Monsanto.

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Eating Sulphur rich foods is most beneficial for alleviating the

pain and discomfort associated with CFS, arthritis, gout, fibromyalgia

and other inflammatory diseases.

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I like to use diet over supplements whenever possible.

For pain it is best to include the following foods in your

daily diet:

 

* CABBAGE---Cabbage is high in fiber, but more important is it's

SULPHUR and iron content! Sulfur is important for neutralizing the

toxic effects of EXCESS cobalt, nickel and copper.

* CELERY---The organic sodium in celery acts as a SOLVENT to break

down CALCIUM DEPOSITS that lodge in the JOINTS and kidneys! It

contains magnesium which acts as a stress reducer.

* CHICORY/ENDIVE---These two foods usually used in salads, have a

high magnesium content which *glues* calcium and phosphorus to the

bones. They are good for adding mass to bone as well as

LUBRICATING THE JOINTS.

* WATERMELON---The high water content (92%) makes watermelon a great

body flusher. Although its mostly liquid, it is rich in potassium.

Good for:

ARTHRITIS, urmeic poisioning, kidney stones, nausea and colic.

* APPLES---The high pectin in apples fights fat and lowers

cholesterol;

the fiber stimulates digestion. The PULP helps DISSOLVE ACID CRYSTAL

DEPOSITS.

* PARSLEY---The high mineral content content helps restore the

body's

overall health by neutralizing acidic conditions. Good for

Arthritis, allergies, cellulitis and getting rid of excess mercury in

the body!

* CHERRIES---Rich in iron and magnesium, cherries help cleanse teh

urinary system. They are low in calories and high in potassium and

vitamin D. Good for: Arthritis, theumatism, gout, anemia, kidney and

liver problems.

* BERRIES---Berries are high in Vitamins A and C. They act as a

blood

cleanser and an anti-inflammatory. Good for: Arthritis, stiff

joints, high blood pressure, bleeding gums, swollen lymph nodes, colds

and flu.

* MELONS---All melons are high in vitamins C and A; orange melons

are high in beta-carotene. when combined with lemon juice, they help

eliminate URIC ACID.

* GRAPES---Whether purple or green, grapes are great for quick

energy. They make a potent cleanser for the kidneys and liver and

are rich in cancer-blocking compounds.

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Mediterranean Diet To Ease RA Pain

By Darin Ingels, ND

 

People may experience decreased inflammation, improved physical function, and

increased vitality by consuming a

Mediterranean diet,

according to a new study in Annals of Rheumatic Diseases.

 

The findings of the new study suggest that relatively minor dietary

changes can significantly improve quality of life.

 

In the new study, 51 Swedish adults were randomly assigned to consume a

Mediterranean diet or a typical Western diet for three months.

 

The Mediterranean diet consists primarily of cold water fish, fruit,

vegetables, whole grain cereal and dried beans,lentils and legumes and

contains less red meat and dairy than most Western diets.

The main source of fat in food preparation, baking, and salad

dressings is extra virgin olive oils.

 

A specific measurement of disease activity based on joint swelling

and tenderness, inflammation, and pain was performed every three weeks.

Questionnaires about physical function and quality of life were

given at the same intervals.

 

Those consuming the Mediterranean diet had a statistically

significant 56% decrease in disease activity, based on reductions in

joint swelling,tenderness, and pain.

 

A modest improvement in physical functioning was also reported in

the Mediterranean diet group, as well as increased vitality and a

better sense of well-being compared with one year earlier.

The majority of these benefits were not seen until after

six weeks of treatment.

 

Individuals in the Mediterranean diet group had a small, but

significant decrease in weight of about seven pounds (3 kg) and a

slight decrease in total overall cholesterol.

No significant change in any measurement was observed in those

consuming the standard american diet (SAD).

 

Other nutritional supplements that have been shown to be effective

in treating RA include-

 

pharmaceutical grade fish oil, borage oil

(GLA), vitamin E, vitamin B5 (pantothenic acid),

selenium, and zinc

 

Herbal extracts of boswellia and Devil's claw may also reduce swelling and pain.

 

Darin Ingels, ND, MT (ASCP), received his bachelor's degree from

Purdue University and his Doctorate of Naturopathic Medicine from

Bastyr University in Kenmore, WA.

 

Dr. Ingels is the author of The Natural Pharmacist: Lowering

Cholesterol (Prima, 1999) and Natural Treatments for High Cholesterol

(Prima, 2000).

He currently is in private practice at New England Family Health

Associates located in Southport, CT, where he specializes in environmental

medicine and allergies.

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