HOW TO CONQUER PAIN: The Three Step Process To Reduce Chronic Pain And Inflammation

Vegetables

Include tons of vegetables in your daily diet. Carrots, green beans, squash, broccoli, cauliflower, peas, and almost all vegetables are anti-inflammatory.

Dressings/condiments

Olive oil, lemon, sea salt, and fresh ground pepper makes a great dressing. Include herbs such as oregano and basil. Ginger, tarragon, garlic, cilantro, and curry (turmeric) are all anti-inflammatory.

Step 3: Optimal Nutrition For Inflammation: Herbs and Supplements

Anti-inflammatory Herbs

It is wise to consult with a knowledgeable practitioner before experimenting with any of the herbs mentioned below.

Boswellia

Boswellia has long been used in Ayurvedic medicine. Boswellia has anti-inflammatory properties like NSAIDS (pain relievers such as aspirin and ibuprofen). But unlike NSAIDS, which cause irritation to the lining of the stomach, boswellia can be used long-term with no adverse side effects. Boswellia is known to reduce inflammation in osteoarthritis, inflammatory bowel disease, and other autoimmune diseases.

White willow bark

White willow bark contains a chemical called salicin, which has chemical properties similar to aspirin. Salicin is responsible for the anti-inflammatory effects of white willow bark. Unlike aspirin, the herb has no adverse side effects. The benefits are slowly reaped but long lasting.

Devil’s claw

Devil’s claw is used as a pain-reliever for degenerative joint diseases, back pain, neck pain, and headaches.

Turmeric

Turmeric has been long been used in India as a medicinal herb and a cooking spice. The yellowish orange pigment of turmeric, known as curcumin is a powerful and safe anti-inflammatory. Curcumin is non-toxic and does not cause any intestinal problems.

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