Affects 2.9 million people each year. The average age of onset is 25-40 years of age. It is characterized by joint stiffness upon awakening that lasts an hour or longer; swelling in a specific finger or in the wrist joints; and/or swelling on both sides of the joint. Swelling can occur with or without pain, and can worsen progressively or remain the same for years before progressing.
Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic auto-immune, inflammatory disease. Over the last few years, reearch has found that severe joint damage occurs very early. Natural treatments such as those described on this page might be useful in the early stages.
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Cayenne which can set your mouth ablaze, actually quells certain types of severe chronic pain, including arthritis and shingles; also, it helps digestion and has anti-inlammatory and antioxidant properties.
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REMEMBER: If taking a blood-thinning medication such as coumadin and aspirin, use might increase risk of bleeding.
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REMEMBER: If taking Coumadn (warfarin), the high vitamin K content might make it less effective. People diagnosed with Lupus should avoid alfalfa. High doses of alfalfa may cause problems and users should follow the manufactures recommendations.
Ginger counters a wide range of inflammatory compounds, offers many anti-aging constituents that inactivate disruptive free radicals. It is used for arthritic, indigestion, irritable bowel syndrome, pregnancy, surgery, HIV, and migraine headach concerns. Ginger may protect the stomach from the damaging effect of alcohol and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as ibuprofin and may help prevent ulcers. Ginger also supports cardiovascular health by making blood platelets less sticky and therefore less likely to aggregate.
For the treatment of nausea associated with pregnancy, women can take up to 1 gram daily, but should only use ginger for symptomatic relief of nausea and not on an ongoing basis.
REMEMBER: Ginger may potentially be used for nausea associated with anesthesia of chemotherapy, but only under the supervision of a physician. People sensitive to the taste may experience heartburn. A doctor should be informed if ginger is used before surgery as the herb may increase bleeding. People with a history of gallstones should consult a doctor before using ginger.
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Ginger is a favorite herb that is used for medicinal purposes for centuries. Next time you feel nauseous, sluggish or have an upset stomach with painful cramps, try taking ginger root capsules.
How does Ginger Root Work? Ginger has been used in ancient civilization including India, China, Greece and Rome, both as a food spice and versatile medicinal aid. Capsules, hot teas, and crystallized ginger are used to deliver a ginger-packed dose that can alleviate nausea, dizziness, inflammation, muscle aches, allergy symptoms and even flatulence.
Ginger is a natural, effective treatment for easing digestive upsets. Once in the digestive tract, it has the ability to increase digestive fluid and neutralize acids, which cancontribute to upset stomach. Ginger is a natural alternative to anti-nausea drugs and may provide an alternative solution for people seeking to eliminate side effects, such as exhaustion, which usually accompanies conventional anti-nausea medications. Ginger can also be used to relieve excessive flatulence and its associated symptoms.
Reducing nausea and dizziness is especially helpful for treating seasickness, morning sickness, post operative nausea, nausea from chemotherapy treatments, and general digestive complaints. Two separate studies showed a positive correlation between ginger and decreased nausea. One study was conducted using sailors, split into two groups. The first group was instructed to take 1 gram of powdered ginger per day, the the 2nd group took a placebo. The group taking the ginger had a significantly decrease occurrence of nausea and cold sweats, which a classic symptoms of seasickness. A second study followed women who were undergoing surgery. They were also instructed to take 1 gram of ginger, resulting in a decrease in post surgery nausea and vomiting.
Ginger also has anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving abilities, which is important to those suffering from arthritis which is often a result of severe inflammation of the joints. Allergy suffers and those dealing with a cold may also find relief in using ginger, as it calms the inflammation associated with these conditions, thus reducing the duration of the symptoms. Muscle aches and chronic pain can also be diminished with the use of ginger.
General recommendations given for upsets, arthritis and chronic pain or muscle aches is to take at least 200 mg in capsule form, 1 - 2 grams of fresh powdered ginger or a fresh 1/2 inch slice of raw ginger root.
Ginger can also be used in tea form with the same therapeutic results. You can make your own tea by opening 1 or 2 Ginger capsules, mix the finely-milled powder into hot water. If you're able to obtain Ginger root at your local grocery store, steep freshly grated raw Ginger root in hot water. Ginger ale is also availabe at most grocery stores, but make sure you buy a natural ginger ale vs. commerrcial ginger sodas, which don't contain a significant amount of the herb. Natural ginger ales provide about 1 gram of ginger per 8 oz. serving....December 9, 2005
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