With Reflexologist Nuria Weaver
Home Remedies for Rheumatism
Rheumatism is a medical term which is associated with the pain in connective joints and tissues. The name is derived from the Greek word 'rheuma' which literally means swelling. And most often it is associated with arthritis and rheumatic fever. Nonetheless, it can be also associated with symptoms of many conditions that may cause severe or mild pain and weakness. To treat the condition naturally you can follow some home remedies for Rheumatism.
Causes of Rheumatism
Many physiological factors can cause rheumatism. However, there is no scientific prove that considers mental stress to be sole responsible for rheumatism. The other causes of rheumatism are listed below:
- Excessive intake of meat and de-mineralized starch
- Excessive intake of acid forming foods like soda
- Intake of refined sugar
- Too much of consumption of fatty food
- Consumption of artificial food items
- Teeth infections
- Presence of toxic food in the body due to prolonged use of drugs and medication.
- Hormonal imbalance in the body
- Gall bladder problems
- Another cause of rheumatism can be hereditary.
Symptoms of Rheumatism
The onsets of this condition are characterized by the following signs and symptoms:
- Intense swelling
- Fever
- Soreness
- Stiffness on the affected areas
- Joint and body pain
- Pain in the eyes
- Insomnia
- Coma
- Improper urination
Types of Rheumatism
The major types of rheumatism disorders are listed below:
- Ankylosing spondylitis
- Rheumatic fever
- Rheumatic heart disease
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Psoriatic arthritis
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- Tenosynovitis
- Temporal arteritis and Polymyalgia rheumatica
There are medicines which are both conventional and complementary which can be used for the treatment of rheumatism. However, the best cure for the disorder is by home remedies for rheumatism.
Home Remedies for Rheumatism using raw potato and celery
- Raw potato is excellent for treating rheumatism. Take one or two teaspoon of the raw potato juice before having your meals.
- Another effective way to cure the condition is using celery. A fluidextract of the seeds of celery is very useful compared to other raw vegetables.
- A simple preparation that can be useful is to boil about thirty grams of potato peeling in half liter of water. Strain the decoction and consume a glass of it for three to four times a day.
Home Remedies for Rheumatism using cod liver oil and apple cider vinegar
- In a cup of pure orange juice add a tablespoon of cod liver oil and whip it for sometime. Drink this after your meal at night. This is a simple home remedy for rheumatism.
- In a glass of warm water, dissolve 2 equal teaspoons of apple cider vinegar and honey. Mix it well and drink the solution twice a day.
Home Remedies for Rheumatism using rubbing mixture, limejuice and carrot juice
- Prepare a rubbing mixture that can heal all the aches and pains associated with rheumatism. For this you'll need camphor, methyl salicylate, menthol and eucalyptus oil. Mix them well and apply on the affected area to get some instant relief.
- Add a tablespoon of fresh limejuice in two tablespoon of water. Mix these well and consume it in the morning.
- You can prepare another remedy by mixing equal parts of carrot juice and lemon juice. Taking a tablespoon of this solution on daily basis is excellent for rheumatism.
Home Remedies for Rheumatism using Epsom salts and blackstrap molasses
- In a pint of warm water, mix three lemons and three tablespoon of Epsom salts. Take this solution once in the morning and evening before going to sleep.
- Another and one of the easiest home remedies for rheumatism are prepared from blackstrap molasses. Dissolve 4 teaspoon of powdered blackstrap in a quart of any fruit juice or more preferred cranberry juice. Drink this glass on daily basis as it helps in the cure of rheumatism.
Home Remedies for Rheumatism using herbs
- Herbs like rhubarb are excellent and have been very useful in rheumatism. These green stalks of rhubarb are pounded with equal amounts of sugar. The doses for the cure of the condition are one teaspoon of the solution for three to four times a day.
- A gentle massage on the affected area with Arthcare oil which is anti-inflammatory is highly recommended to strengthen the joints and tissues. It also relieves arthritis pain and gives comfortable movements of muscles and joints.
Home Remedies for Rheumatism using bitter gourd and walnuts
- Bitter gourd is also excellent for the treatment for rheumatism. Take a cup of the extracted juice of bitter gourd and to taste better add a teaspoon of honey which will lessen the bitterness. A daily dose of this juice is effective to cure the condition.
- Walnuts can also be used in the treatment for rheumatism. However for better results, they need to be well masticated. You can always take half a dozen of them everyday to relief the condition.
- Fenugreek seed are also effective for the treatment of rheumatism. Take few of the seeds with a glass of warm water in empty stomach in the morning. This is by far one of the best home remedies for rheumatism.
Nonetheless, apart from all these home remedies for rheumatism, a well-balanced diet ensures a good health and reduces the tendency to get any kind of ailment. Therefore the motto of most of the patients should be 'eat healthy and live healthy'.
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