Pain Management: It's Foods and Not a Drug

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Pain Management: It's Foods and Not a Drug

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" Everything hurts and I can't move " .... says one my client is in

her late 40's. This client is in shape, mentally as well as

physically. Still, aches and pains are creeping up. What if this is

getting worse?

You have experienced that we are getting older. Like it or not,

aging is difficult. You have spent your entire life being active,

energetic, moving forward in your professional life or chasing

behind kids. The focus was on everybody and everything else but not

on yourself. Now you have more time. Exercise and your hobbies are

on your list again. Yet, you are not able to enjoy your time,

because you don't have the energy and you feel pain.

You try not to move; yet you don't feel better. Actually you feel

worse. Sluggishness sets in and your systems are not stimulated.

Also you aren't getting the serotonin that make you feel better.

Food is becoming a comfort to your inability. Yes, you reach for

chocolate and all other kind of foods with little nutritional value.

Sitting in front of the TV and munching away with sandwiches, chips

and possible alcohol.

This approach is not helping. Eating foods that are processed will

not give you the nutrients that you need to help you manage your

pain. Yes, exercise is a big part of it. Yet, you need to proceed

step by step. Perhaps start by focusing on foods that help you to

manage your pains.

Natural Painkillers

Here are 7 foods to add on to your weekly diet regiment. They are

easy to include. The reasons for adding them are included:

1. Turmeric

The bright yellow pigment of this spice has the ingredient curcumin.

Studies have shown that it has many anti-inflammatory actions.

Individuals with arthritis have benefited by taking turmeric as an

anti-inflammatory, without the side effect of drugs.

2. Rosemary

Think about what you feel when you smell fresh rosemary. Just the

smell gives you a relaxation sensation. It is found to be good for

headaches and can be used as an antiseptic gargle. It is interesting

to note that it has been found that rosemary improves the

circulation of the brain.

3. Ginger

This root is not just high in antioxidants but is also anti-

inflammatory. To gain the full benefit, it is best to eat one raw

slice daily or to juice it in your vegetable juice.

4. Garlic

Of course you must have expected this. Garlic contains many sulfur

compounds, which give it its healing properties. Alright, you don't

like the smell. How about the odorless garlic supplements that are

available?

5. Yucca root

Not as common for many of you. Yet, if you go to any store that

focuses on health you will find it there. Peel the root before

cooking. This root is routinely prescribed for arthritis in some

clinics. It is very beneficial in treating arthritis, osteoporosis,

and inflammatory disorders.

6. Wild yam

Ever had in muscle spasms? Many of you have experienced this pain

and wild yam relaxes muscle spasms and reduces inflammation. Just

watch out that you don't buy yams that are treated with fertilizers

and pesticides. Those may end up in the final product.

Warning signs are not to be ignored

Still you need to find out where your pain is coming from. Most

times pain arises because of you not taking care of your body,

physically as well as mentally. Early warning signs have to be

noticed and addressed. This can be as simple as feeling tiered,

cravings, low energy, digestive issues or feeling out of shape.

It does not take much to change. Yes, you can change and make a

difference in the way you feel. This can simply be done by changing

the way that you think. Analyze yourself how you think, what you

think and why you think about issues, problems or obstacles that are

thrown in your way. Think about this " What are you planning to do

with this information that you read? " Implement it or let it go as

you have let other information go.

It is up to you to make a change and to make your body your

business.