my hands are deforming right before my eyes. I need to stop this now.No insurance.
To a large extent you will not be able to reduce the deformity caused by your arthritic hands unless you were to have joints replacements performed.
Glucosamine tablets or capsules contain sodium so you would have to make sure you do not exceed the recommended dose as more fluid retention will cause further swelling and discomfort. Also people with cardiac conditions and high blood pressure would need to check with their doctors first before taking them to make sure it is ok for them.
Scientific research has proven that there are foods that promote inflammation and therefore we should eat less of them. These tend to be processed ‘foods’ – cakes, biscuits, white breads and also animal fats.
There are also foods that help to reduce inflammation – we should eat more of these foods. This group includes vegetables fats (good omega 3 oils). Natural grains like brown rice, basmati rice, pulses, almonds, walnuts and dates all help to reduce inflammation.
Eat more fruits and vegetables especially the watery ones like citrus fruits, zucchinis, bok choy.
Eat fish 3 to 5 times a week.
Use olive for cooking and in salads; also flaxseed oil.
Eat very little meat, poultry, cheese, butter. Beef is the best source for meat. Then lamb and then pork.
Eat less; alot of people overeat.
Don’t forget to drink water. Alcohol and coffee also promotes inflammation in the body.
This diet plan is also beneficial for people with diabetes, neurological conditions, some cancers, heart conditions, everyone really.