Everyday pain management ideas

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Have you been hearing all the hype about Omega-3s lately?  What's up with that?  I am hoping to help explain that to you in this post.   Omega 3s have been reported to be an important nutrient of late.  According to Dr. William Smith of the University of Michigan, fish oil significantly reduces the production and effectiveness of prostaglandins, the culprit behind the scenes in inflammatory processes in the human body.  In his studies, he says there are three mechanisms responsible for this: 1) Fewer prostaglandins are synthesized from Omega 3 oils as compared to  their cousins, the Omega 6 class.  Prostaglandins formed from Omega 6 oils are more likely to enhance the inflammatory process. 2) Omega 3 oils compete with Omega 6 oils for conversion to prostaglandins.  The enzymes involved in this biochemical process are known as COX-1 and COX-2 .  By increasing intake of Omega 3 oils more of the binding sites on COX-1 and COX-2...

Who knew that adding a little extra flavor to your meals could also have health benefits? Many of the well known herbs and spices have known medicinal properties.  As I have been explaining in my posts this week, some foods can actually combat inflammation, which in turn can reduce pain. There are numerous references to this on the internet, in books, magazines, and the like.  Just to give you some idea, here are some of the most potent anti-inflammatory herbs and spices as per a post from Reader's Digest: Cayenne:  Capsaicin, if applied in the form of cream or ointment, short-circuits pain by depleting nerve cells of a chemical called substance P, which helps transfer pain signals along nerve endings to the brain  It is used for treating shingles pain and diabetes-related nerve pain. For a cold remedy, sprinkle some on your dinner plate. Cayenne shrinks blood vessels in your nose and throat, relieving congestion. Cinnamon : As is true of many other spic...

Consuming most of your grains as whole grains, as opposed to refined, white bread, cereal, rice, and pasta can help keep harmful inflammation at bay. Why? Because whole grains have more fiber, which has been shown to reduce levels of C-reactive protein , a marker of inflammation in the blood, and they usually have less added sugar. But a 2013 Harvard study found that not all products labeled “whole grain” are much healthier than their refined counterparts. To be sure you’re getting the benefits, look for foods with a whole grain as the first ingredient. It is also important to ensure that there are no added sugars. In fact, the fewer added ingredients, the better! Some examples of good choices in the whole grain family include oats, quinoa, and brown rice. Source : Health.com

Protein is an essential component of the human diet; it is surely a good idea to include some protein in every meal.  Lean protein is more favorable here, not because it contains some magical remedy for inflammation, but because by doing so you can avoid saturated fats. Saturated fats have a tendency to promote the inflammatory process--so it is definitely a good idea to minimize intake. An excerpt from Arthritis Today states the following: "Some small studies have looked at the direct impact of specific diets and foods and arthritis. According to a 2011 review in Rheumatic Disease Clinics of North America, people with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) who followed a Mediterranean diet – which features lean protein like fish and poultry and is high in plant-based foods such as beans, veggies and olive oil – reported a decrease in joint tenderness and an improvement in their sense of well being. Another small study cited in the review found that in some people with RA, vegan and ...

Your mother always told you to eat your vegetables...and this was indeed wise advice.  She probably did not know nearly what we know now about the potent anti-inflammatory effect of many substances found in this food group.  Yet, somehow she knew that it was good for you. Taking a closer look...what are these anti-inflammatory agents, and where can they be found? Here is a short list: Dark leafy greens,  such as spinach,kale and collard greens have rich vitamin E content. This vitamin protects the body from the effect of cytokines, a substance known to promote inflammation.  Leafy green vegetables also have more mineral content (calcium and iron) and phytochemicals than do their light green counterparts. The extra fiber in the diet is an added bonus! Peppers  are rich in antioxidants, and many believe that these are of benefit in the anti-inflammatory diet. The hotter peppers contain capsaicin, which is an ingredient of some topical agents that ar...

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