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APPLE CIDER VINEGAR
Aside from its other health benefits, apple cider vinegar (ACV) has long known
to be an effective ingredient to relieve stiffness in the joints. One component present
in ACV that aids in joint relief is acetic acid, which separates acid crystals that form in
between the joints. As soon as ACV penetrates the skin, acetic acid gives instant relief for
tendonitis and other inflammation in the joints. Added to its pain relief abilities, ACV can
help strengthen bones as it contains calcium, potassium, magnesium, and phosphorous.
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Ginger is known to be a good plant
to help strengthen the immune system because
of its phytochemical components
that aid in inflammation. Due to a recent
study, people who suffer from osteoarthritis
(OA) who applied ginger directly on
their joints on a daily basis experienced
relief for 24 weeks after a week of daily
application. The study concluded that ginger
treatments increased the quality of life
satisfaction in pain, physical function, and
health in people who suffered from OA.
The alternative and risk-free use of organic
ginger as pain medication proved to be
effective compared to invasive treatments,
surgery, and conventional medication.
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OLIVE OIL
Olive oil is a wonderful ingredient
that moisturizes the skin while possessing
the power to stop inflammation. Supplements
that contain olive oil has proven to
reduce oxidative stress that people with
rheumatoid arthritis go through. In a recent
study conducted, it has been found
that fish oil and olive oil work wonders in
reducing joint pain, morning stiffness, and
increase handgrip strength in people who
suffer from rheumatoid arthritis.
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