Arthritis is reaching epidemic proportions in America
and many other parts of the world. One in seven Americans
has arthritis, effecting a total of 40 million Americans.
Arthritis is projected to increase to 60 million Americans
by 2020 (20% of the population). Women are affected by arthritis
more than men… nearly 23 million women of all ages
have arthritis. Arthritis is the number one cause of disability
in America today, impacting 7 million Americans (approx.
18% of all disabilities in America).
TYPES OF ARTHRITIS
Osteoarthritis- This type of arthritis
is marked by chips and cracks in the smooth cartilage that
lines the joints. The bone ends may rub together and develop
growths called spurs. Osteoarthritis affects about half
of those over 65.
Rheumatoid arthritis- In this arthritic condition,
the lining of the capsule surrounding a joint becomes inflamed
and thickened, causing swelling, pain, and stiffness. The
cause is believed to be auto-immune disease. (the body's
own immune system attacking itself.)
Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)
drugs such as Mobic, Cataflam, or Motrin
NSAIDs are non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs used to
relieve inflammation. The family includes a wide range of
both prescription and non-prescription medications. NSAIDs
work quickly to reduce inflammation: relief is usually felt
within hours. Most NSAIDs are also analgesics (general painkillers).
Cox-2 Inhibitor drugs such as Celebrex or Vioxx
Cox-2 inhibitors are rheumatoid arthritis treatments developed
as improved NSAIDs. Popular opinion holds that Cox-2 inhibitors
slow the progression of RA, but this isn't true. Celebrex
and Vioxx work much like other NSAIDs, but only block Cox-2
enzymes. Unwanted side effects such as stomach ulcers or
gastric bleeding do not occur with Cox-2 inhibitors as frequently
as they do with other NSAIDs.
First, we need to acknowledge that diet, exercise and stress
management play a huge role in this disease. We will use
herbs, vitamins, minerals, breathing exercises, diet and
nutrition to treat the entire person instead of treating
just the arthritis.
Diet is a major factor
in arthritis. You need to know what foods you should avoid.
This will help greatly with the pain. Click
here and find out what foods to eat and what foods to
avoid.
Vitamins/Minerals
Supplementation with glucosamine sulfate may be helpful
for you. This supplement has repeatedly demonstrated that
it can help actually reverse your arthritis. Click
here for research on glucosamine.
Below is an entire list of the supplements to consider
and their most common therapeutic doses.
Here is a sample of supplements that
may be helpful:
NUTRIENT - DAILY AMOUNT - APPLICATION
Glucosamine Sulfate - 500mg - three times daily
Turmeric - 500mg - three times daily
Ginger - 250mg - three times daily
Flax Seed Oil 1 tablespoon twice daily
Folic acid amount to be determined by your doctor
Niacinamide amount to be determined by your doctor
Selenium amount to be determined by hair analysis
Vitamin B12 amount to be determined by your doctor
Vitamin E* 400-600 international units twice daily
*If you are taking anticoagulant drugs, you should not take
vitamin E supplements.
You may also use a multivitamin/mineral supplement containing
the essential vitamins and minerals. A hair analysis of
your body’s mineral needs is one of the most accurate
ways to identify your deficiencies. Please feel welcome
to email us for
information on hair analysis.
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Arthritis can be treated very effectively
using natural therapies. Simple lifestyle changes, vitamin
and mineral supplementation and herbal therapies can help
you reverse your arthritis.
You are going to have to make some changes
and some effort. There will be foods that you will need
to avoid for now, and there are foods that you need to start
eating today!
Plus, there are breathing techniques
that will help you gain deep muscular relaxation, further
helping to assist in the process of cartilage and joint
repair.
All of this information has been put together
in a concise audio series called "Natural
Solutions for Arthritis." It contains
3 hours of material on audio cassette that will guide you
through the techniques that have helped people overcome
their arthritis, naturally.
Plus, you will get an instructional guide
- you do not need to take any notes and you can immediately
reference the topics on the tapes.
Blair Lewis, PA-C, a holistic practitioner
for more than 20 years will explore new ideas about diet,
nutrition, breathing and their roles in inflammation and
pain. 
The 3-tape series is only $34.95. Click
here and we will rush you a copy today.
