Chronic pain affects over a third of American population, and pills are one of the common ways often used to relieve it. However, these pills can be addictive and also have adverse effects, and may end up only suppressing the pain without eliminating the root cause. This is why it’s always best to opt for natural means through which you can relieve pain, as they have no adverse effects and even added benefits that will improve your health.
Mentioned below are some of the foods that can help you fight the pain naturally
1. Ginger
Ginger is known to reduce muscle pain and soreness, and also as a traditional stomach soother, which eases sea-sickness and nausea. It helps to break up intestinal gas and blocks a receptor in the gut that causes one to vomit. It targets migraines, arthritis, and sore muscles. The recommended intake of ginger is 1/4 tsp daily. You can add ginger to your dishes, smoothies, your juice, or even make it into a tea or lemonade.
2. Salmon, herring, sardines
These fishes are a rich source of omega-3 fatty acids and are also low in mercury. They are also good sources of vitamin D and zinc, and help to improve not just the heart, but the overall health. They target achy back, neck, and joints and the recommended intake is 2 to 3 ounce servings weekly.
Achy back can result from the lack of sufficient oxygen to the back, which will reduce the amount of nutrients pumped into it. By eating these fishes, you can improve your heart health and improve circulation.
3. Turmeric
Turmeric is a curry spice that has been studied over the years and shown to be really effective. It helps to relieve pain and speed up digestion. It also contains curcumin, which gives its anti-inflammatory properties. You can sprinkle the powder over your meals or get it in supplement form and ensure it contains 95% curcuminoids. You should also use it alongside black pepper, as the piperine in the black pepper releases curcumin from the spice.
It targets achy joints and inflammation of the colon and the recommended intake is one tablespoon daily. Although turmeric can be found in curry, it’s best you opt for the turmeric powder itself, as it contains more curcumin.
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