With 80% of people
experiencing back pain at some point during their lives, pain-reducing
treatment is consistently in high demand. Modern medicine may have many people
believe that pain-killing pills are the most effective treatment for back
conditions, but the human body is pretty incredible at self-healing! That is,
of course, provided it is properly maintained and looked after. A person who
suffers from back pain and eats an unhealthy diet, for example, may not have
the same self-healing capabilities as someone who eats food that is high in
nutrition.
Years and years of
scientific research have proven that the food we eat is capable of both harming
and healing the body; with poor diet habits often leading to conditions such as
obesity and osteoarthritis. Empowering yourself with knowledge and implementing
healthy food choices into your diet can help you to strengthen joints and
muscles as well as shed any excess weight that may be contributing to your back
pain.
Here is a list of
some of the incredible foods that can help you to self-heal:
Pineapples
Pineapples contain
a large amount of strong anti-inflammatory enzymes that can help to facilitate
the body's self-healing process. Bear in mind that these natural enzymes are
not typically found in tinned pineapple, so always buy it fresh.
Berries
The berry family -
specifically strawberries, blueberries, acai berries, raspberries, blackberries
and cranberries - hold inflammation-fighting antioxidants that can help to
combat pain. If possible, try to buy organic berries to avoid pesticides and
chemical residues.
Green Tea
Named as one of the
healthiest drinks available, green tea contains a host of antioxidants and aids
the body in the detoxification process. For optimum results, drink 2-3 cups of
green tea every day.
Grass Fed Beef
Beef may have
developed a bit of a bad reputation because of saturated fats, but grass fed
beef is actually low in saturated fat and high in nutrients. This healthier
beef is also loaded with CLA - a powerful fat that aids weight loss.
Turmeric
Turmeric is a
natural spice that is made up of a strong inflammation-fighting compound called
curcumin; one of the strongest natural pain killing compounds available. Using
this spice in cooking can be a highly effective way to reduce chronic pain.
Garlic
The smell is not
the only thing that's powerful about garlic - the popular food is widely
acknowledged as a natural aid to help lower cholesterol and blood pressure and
reduce the risk of cancer.
Ginger
Traditionally used
to combat nausea and indigestion, ginger is also an effective inflammation
fighter.
Water
An inadequate
intake of water can cause muscle spasms and an increase in blood thickness.
Even being slightly dehydrated can cause a host of problems and a slow
metabolism. The body is made up of 66% water; everything - including your
muscles and joints - can be negatively impacted if you do not drink enough H20!
"The best and
most efficient pharmacy is within your own system."
