Healthy Diet

Chia seeds

Read https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/11-proven-health-benefits-of-chia-seeds


Pineapple

Pineapple provides a key enzyme called bromelain, which has anti-inflammatory properties and helps to reduce the joint swelling associated with rheumatoid arthritis.


Lemon juice

Read https://www.healthline.com/health/food-nutrition/benefits-of-lemon-water#1


Alkaline diet

Many people believe that an alkaline diet is preferred, because it creates a better internal environment for the body, helping to prevent poor function, diseases and possibly cancer.

Many believe that eating acidic food has a suppressing effect on white blood cells, hence reducing our immune response.

Note: green tea is acidic, mint tea is alkaline.

Read https://www.avocadoninja.co.uk/pages/list-of-alkaline-foods

Read https://www.avocadoninja.co.uk/pages/list-of-acid-foods

Most importantly, always pursue a balanced diet with a view to 'everything in moderation'.


Honey

Read https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/10-benefits-of-honey#section1

Honey is a natural antiseptic and so eating it has a beneficial healing effect on the body.


Barley grass

Barley grass contains significant amounts of vitamins B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B12, C and E. It also contains folate which is sometimes known as vitamin B9.

The minerals barley grass contains in abundance are Potassium, Calcium, Magnesium, Iron, Copper, Phospherous, Manganese and zinc.


Magnesium

It is increasingly thought that magnesium is as vital an element to health body function as iron, which is the key element forming our red blood cells. Good dietary sources of magnesium include whole wheat, spinach, almonds and cashew nuts, and dark chocolate.

In terms of supplements, the key factor is the absorption rate. One product that has a very good absorption rate by the body is magnesium glycinate.


Epsom salts

When added to a bath, epsom salts can help to ease muscle and joint discomfort, and have an anti-inflammatory effect.

Supplements that may help reduce the symptoms of arthritis/joint pain:


Rhus tox

A Homoeopathic remedy that helps to reduce inflammation.

Arnica

Arnica is a Homoeopathic remedy which helps to reduce inflammation.

Glucosamine and chondroitin

This is a natural supplement which can aid in the repair of damaged cartilage.

Apple cider vinegar

Read https://www.naturallivingideas.com/apple-cider-vinegar-for-arthritis/


Seatone- extract of the New Zealand green lipped mussel

This extract can help to relieve joint pain.

Tumeric

Tumeric is a natural anti-inflammatory.

Flaxseed oil

Flaxseed oil can help in reducing joint pain, particularly from arthritis.