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Arthritis is just one of the many diseases one can get later on in life. There are over a hundred different types and an individual may experience one or even a combination, which will really hurt.
Scientists have not yet figured out the cause of arthritis. The information available can only prevent it from happening and provide temporary relief. Here are a few great ways that can ward off this chronic disease.
Studies have shown arthritis happens more often to people who are overweight or obese. Reducing the excess pounds can reduce the risk of osteoarthritis in the spine or on the knees. This can only happen by going on a diet and exercising regularly.
The person should eat food that is rich in vitamins A, C, D and E. This means loading up on carbohydrates to get energy as well as adding some protein and fat that can be acquired from meat, poultry, fish, fruits and vegetables.
One way to get enough vitamin D for the day is by staying out for a few minutes under the sun. The rays help in bone formation, which is something parents do to kids early in life that can also be beneficial again as one gets older. It will be a good idea to put some sun screen first to avoid getting sunburn.
There are different exercises that can help prevent arthritis. The first are low impact ones such as lifting weights and doing push ups. This is because the human body has a maximum limit that it can carry before this will give in and being overweight causes strain to occur in the back, shoulders and knees.
An exercise that works well to improve flexibility is Pilates, Tai-Chi and Yoga. Those who want to increase the heart rate can participate in a high impact workout such as aerobics, running and swimming.
Arthritis may also occur should one work too hard while exercising. This can be avoided by stretching, warming up and cooling down after each session. It will be a good idea to drink a lot of water so dehydration can be avoided.
There must be time for the body to also rest after a workout to repair those torn muscles and ligaments so doctors recommend exercising three times a week or every other day.
Having a nice pair of breasts thanks to implants may sound cool at first. Research has shown that some women got arthritis after the operation because of the antibodies that attacked the collagen.
The patients who experienced arthritis had to remove the implants so those who are thinking of changing the natural ones for those that are bigger should think twice before doing so.
Arthritis is caused by many things and the only way to prevent it is still by eating right, getting enough rest and exercise. When the chronic disease is there, the only thing the person can do is look for ways to get temporary relief from the pain.
This can happen by using some pain killers and applying it over the affected area or getting someone to give a massage. There are also tablets, which the individual can take orally, and if these don’t work, it is time for the patient to get something more effective such as prescription anti-inflammatory medicines that may have some amounts of steroids.
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By: Charlene J. Nuble
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