Natural Pain Relievers

27 million American suffer from joint pain. Several natural remedies may help relieve ailing joints. AOL Health talked to experts to get their picks for natural pain relief. Here are a few suggestions.

Sulfer-Rich Foods: Foods containing high quantities of sulfur may help to reduce arthritis pain by decreasing joint inflammation. These foods include avocados, lentils, broccoli, cabbage, coconut, soy beans and garlic. "...eating foods with sulfur in it helps the body rebuild the cartilage", says Casey Adams, Ph.D., doctor of naturopathic medicine and author of “Arthritis: The Botanical Solution.”
Anti-Inflammatory Herbs: It may seem old-school, but experts say ingredients in specific herbs provide pain relief in the joints. Herbs such as tumeric, oregano, dandelion, grapple plant, myrrh and juniper have a history of relieving aches and pains by interrupting the inflammation process and helping to increase the circulation in the joints.
Omega-3 Fatty Acids and Antioxident-Rich Foods: Foods high in omega-3 fatty acids include fish oils, flaxseed oils, green leafy vegetables and eggs. Our bodies take these omega-3 fatty acids and convert them into certain anti-inflammatory hormones that help to relieve arthritis pain. A diet high in antioxidents (think blueberries, cherries and artichokes), will help to reduce arthritis pain by reducing inflammation and neutralizing those free radicals that damage our body cells.
Glucosamine and Chondroitin: "It's one of the building blocks of cartilage," notes "Dr. Theo." It is a precursor for glycosaminoglycans, which are a major component of joint cartilage. Chondroitin originally hails from the cartilage of fish or animals that's purified and sold as a dietary supplement, and Dr. Theo notes that it may be utilized for arthritic pain relief. It helps slow the breakdown of cartilage and is used as a supplement.

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