Although there is a large choice of prescription medications for the treatment of arthritis, many people are turning towards more natural arthritis treatment. Prescription medication can often cause adverse reactions and unwanted side effects that are not present in natural treatments. Although we do not advise stopping any treatment without consulting your doctor, here are some natural arthritis remedies you may want to consider.

Treating Arthritis with Holistic Medication
This involves finding and treating the root cause of the disease and treating the mind and body as a whole- hence ‘holistic’. Holistic medicine works on the belief that imbalances in one area of the mind or body will impact upon other areas, resulting in ill health. Treatment usually involves the use of homeopathic remedies such as Chinese herbs, acupuncture and meditation to restore energy and balance to the system.

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There’s no doubt that gout can be an extremely painful and distressing condition. Gout is traditionally treated with NSAIDS or anti- inflammatories. Allopurinal is often prescribed as it can inhibit the formation of arthritis causing uric acid within the body. However, this medication can have serious side effects, such as kidney failure and inflammation of the blood vessels. Other prescription drugs can also have adverse side effects, such as nausea, weakness, thinning of bones, bruising and abnormal bleeding. Many are not considered safe to take long term.

Many people are turning towards natural remedies for treating gout. These are much safer, with little or no side effects.

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Diet is an important consideration for arthritis suffers as poor nutrition has been linked to the most severe forms of this condition. Also, arthritis patients who are overweight will suffer worse as far more pressure is placed on their joints. Generally speaking, the diet recommended for arthritis sufferers is similar to that suggested for overall health and fitness – a balance of complex carbohydrates, lean protein and good fats such as those found in seeds, nuts and oily fish.

Many arthritis patients also suffer from vitamin and or mineral deficiencies and sufferers should have a regular blood check to test for this. In particular, calcium, magnesium and folic acid are critical micronutrients which should be incorporated into the arthritis diet, preferably through natural sources, or failing that using a supplement.

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There are a number of home remedies which have  found to be beneficial in treating arthritis.

Symptoms can be reduced by drinking raw juices; celery, red beetroot and carrot are particularly good. Raw juices are alkaline, which helps to dissolve the deposits accumulated around the joints and joint tissues. Pineapple juice can also benefit, as the juice contains bromelain, which is an enzyme proven to reduce swelling and inflammation.

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Several herbs have been found to be beneficial in treating arthritis and reducing joint pain and inflammation. There is also less risk of the side effects which may be associated with conventional medication. The most commonly used herbs are listed below;
Ginger is used to treat pain and inflammation, and has been used in ancient Indian cultures for centuries.

Black Cohosh has pain- relieving qualities similar to aspirin. It has also been shown to reduce joint inflammation.

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