Nutrition has been a tool for pain management. A good nutrition plan, combined with an exercise program can help to reduce pain, improve mobility, and joint functions. A return to natural nutrients has shown to help with overall joint and mobility lubrication, and pain.
Pain management starts with diet
Weight management is often the goal in developing a good nutrition plan. Specifically for people who suffer from arthritis. Additionally, painful knee (or other) joints and inflammation associated with the skeletal structure of the body. Extra weight on your frame can cause so many issues, not to mention decreased mobility. A change of diet and focus on weight loss can easily be a path to reduce pain in your life.
Soy as an option for reducing pain
Research at Johns Hopkins University has looked closely at soy. It has proven that the ingestion of soy in a diet is effective in controlling pain management. Especially for those with long-term and painful illnesses. These studies have only been in laboratory animals. However, results in rats that are given a soy flour diet shows less swelling in an injured area of its body.
Diets with more protein help with pain management
The protein in soy seems to have properties that offer anti-inflammatory benefits for pain sufferers. Research needs to be done to determine how much soy a person needs to ingest. It is uncertain how much would be needed to achieve the same results as the laboratory animals. High protein diets are also helpful for muscle gain, and some forms of weight loss. Do be sure to talk to your doctor about how much protein intake would be safe for you. Along with a high protein diet comes other health issues, such as higher cholesterol.
Supplement as an option to battling chronic pain
Scientific studies are now being performed to determine if modifications in diet, plus nutritional supplements can help those with certain medical disorders. After an appropriate program is identified, a nutritional expert can implement a diet designed to improve health and alleviate pain.
Natural ingredients gradually help with pain
One of the most important benefits of nutritional supplements and a diet rich in helpful nutrients have helped some who suffer from pain to gradually reduce their intake of prescription drugs and/or have unnecessary surgery. There are examples of people with diabetes who have changed their diets and eliminate the need for additional medications. Be sure to consult your doctor before you think about changing how you take any prescribed medications.
Try adding some vitamins to you diet
Most of us don’t get the vitamins and minerals we need in a normal modern-day diet, so nutritional supplements are an option. For those of us who suffer from chronic pain, nutritional supplements can also be effective in relieving the pain and improving joint mobility. Fish oils are one joint lubricating supplement that many people find helps relieve some joint pain and improves mobility for some.
Other supplements to consider
Nutritional supplements such as flax seed (in oil, liquid, or ground form), curcumin (a natural anti-inflammatory), and Vitamin B12 have shown to be successful in managing pain. Athletes, the elderly, and those who have suffered fractures and painful diseases can all benefit from positive dietary changes and nutritional supplements.
There is something out there that works for you
If you suffer from chronic pain, research your options to see what’s available and effectual for your type of pain. There are so many resources depending on the type of pain you experience, and remember, everyone is different, so results may vary.
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