Tissues in the joints need to stay hydrated, just like all other tissue in the body.
Drink ½ your weight in ounces of pure water. (120 lbs = 60 oz). This prevents your joints from becoming dehydrated. For every coffee or regular tea that you drink, add another glass of water.

Eliminate aspartame, MSG (monosodium glutimate) and nitrates. Avoid the following if you have joint pain: citrus fruit, milk or milk products, wheat, red meat, sugar products, salt, paprika, nightshade family (potatoes, eggplant, tomatoes, peppers, cayenne, chili, tobacco).

Almost any food can cause almost any symptoms in a susceptible person. Keeping a diary, eliminating the offending foods and rotating the foods that you do eat will eliminate a lot of long term problems.

Consuming whole fresh fruit, vegetables, legumes, whole grains, healthy fats and oils and fresh fish promotes joint health. Foods high in sulfur will also help by removing toxins from the body: i.e. garlic onions, asparagus.

Non-weight bearing exercise like water aerobics, swimming, stationary cycling, yoga or light pilates can strengthen joints. Never over-exercise joints; this will result in pain and inflammation.

Weight Loss – 10 extra pounds can cause extra pounds of pressure on an inflamed knee or ankle joint.

Use hot and cold compresses on the area to promote circulation and alleviate pain and inflammation.


Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes and is not meant to diagnose or treat illness. These recommendations are for supporting the body nutritionally, to help it normalize itself regardless of any disease that may or may not be present. Consult a licensed physician for the diagnosis or treatment of any ailment or disease.

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