We are so used to blaming the
indicated problems on the supposed degeneration of old age, we forget to look
for a lifetime of eating low level activators as a possible issue generating
some of those problems. Three quite
different ailments are listed here and some dietary modifications are strongly
suggested.
I think a lot of these ideas need
to be put aside until the individual has done several other things that
strongly influence his overall health.
1 A
stable close to optimal weight has to be established using the method of
fasting intermittently and by that I mean fasting on say Tuesday and Thursday. This makes it impossible to overeat.
2 All
fat and oil needs to be cut out of the diet allowing the total fat count in the
blood stream to approach a lower level of 150 ml/l.
3 A
general diet established rich in vegetables and scant high quality prtotein.
Once you have established what is
surely a healthy base to begin with, then is is possible to make clear inferences
from changing part of your diet. Not
least, you will be keenly self aware.
Some foods and chemical additives cause arthritis inflammation, gout
and fibromyalgia pain
Wednesday, January 18, 2012 by: JB Bardot
(NaturalNews) Certain foods and chemical additives disguised as food can aggravate or cause muscle and joint pain associated with arthritis, gout and fibromyalgia. Avoiding these foods can pave the way for reduced inflammation, stiffness and pain - setting the stage for ongoing relief, with increased mobility and a better mental attitude. Although it may be a challenge to avoid well-loved foods, keep in mind that many of those foods are causing widespread systemic problems that result in debilitating pain, so they are not your friends.
Nightshade Vegetables
The nightshade vegetables are lesser-known offenders; however, for some
people, eating any nightshade can cause excruciating pain and disability. This
small family of vegetables contains a natural substance called solanine; when
consumed, it can produce severe pain in the joints and the soft tissue, giving
rise to arthritis and fibromyalgia flare-ups. The nightshades include tomatoes,
peppers, white potatoes, eggplant and tobacco. Because several of these
vegetables are included in so many recipes, special attention must be given to
eliminating them from the diet. Smokers suffering from arthritis might view the
possible cause and effect relationship of tobacco on their condition.
Purine-laden Proteins
Purines are the byproduct of protein digestion, and they break down
into uric acid, the main cause of gout. All proteins produce some purines;
however, eating certain types of protein is more likely to create a gout flare.
Red meats, organ meats and shellfish are considered particularly harmful. Some
people are more sensitive to one protein, so each should be monitored for its
effects on the disease. Vegetable-based proteins, lean organic poultry and
fresh fish are excellent substitutes for those foods eliminated.
Wheat and Gluten
Wheat and wheat gluten are implicated in several diseases, including
certain types of arthritis, fibromyalgia, and digestive disorders such as
irritable bowel syndrome, Crohn's and celiac disease. Wheat and gluten are
especially harmful to the body when highly processed, as in white flour where
nutrients are completely stripped from the grain. Less sensitive people are
able to eat sprouted wheat products without negative effects; however, eating a
gluten-free diet may help reduce most painful joint symptoms.
Trans Fats
Research has shown that eating trans fats can contribute to
musculoskeletal pain and aggravate gout, arthritis and a host of other
conditions. A diet including regular consumption of fat-laden proteins found in
most fast foods may aggravate or cause pain for many people with these
conditions. Replace bad fats with healthy fats found in avocados, olives,
coconuts, flax seeds and their oils.
MSG and Artificial Sweeteners
Food additives and preservatives and artificial sweeteners are used in
almost all packaged products; and they can cause a wide range of mental and
physical symptoms including joint and muscle pain. MSG -- in all of its
disguises -- is known to create a multiplicity of symptoms, especially in those
who are sensitive to this chemical. Severe joint and body pain, cognitive
dysfunction, dizziness and headaches are just a few of the side effects.
Artificial sweeteners stimulate the pancreas causing an imbalance in insulin
and blood sugar levels and can produce body aches and pains as well as severe
digestive disorders and cancers. Replace MSG with spices to flavor foods and
use natural foods like raw honey and stevia as sweeteners.
Most people should experience a reduction in their muscle and joint pain and an overall improvement in their conditions after a period of avoiding these offending foods. Always consult a health practitioner before making any major changes in your diet.
Sources for this article include:
Harvard School of Public Health: The Nutrition Source -- Fats and Cholesterol
http://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/what-should-you-eat/fats-and-cholesterol/
Hospital for Special Surgery: Eating Right with Arthritis: Arthritis Nutrition FAQs
http://www.hss.edu/conditions_eating-right-with-arthritis.asp
University of Washington Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine: About Diet and Arthritis
http://www.orthop.washington.edu/uw/tabID__3370/print__full/ItemID__81/mid__0/Articles/Default.aspx
Harvard Health
Publications-Harvard Medical School :
Arthritis--Keeping Your Joints Healthy
http://www.health.harvard.edu/special_health_reports/Arthritis.htm
University of Michigan Health System
http://www.health.harvard.edu/special_health_reports/Arthritis.htm
http://www.uofmhealth.org/health-library/hn-1023001
University of Maryland Medical Center
JB Bardot is trained in herbal medicine and homeopathy, and has a post graduate degree in holistic nutrition. Bardot cares for both people and animals, using alternative approaches to health care and lifestyle.
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