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The most common
type of arthritis is osteoarthritis. It occurs when the cartilage that serves
to cushion the impact between the joints wears down. This attrition results in
pain and stiffness of the joints. Rheumatoid arthritis is another type of arthritis,
and it is more serious. It occurs when the immune system attacks the body instead
of protecting it. In addition to joint pain, rheumatoid arthritis can cause fatigue
and anemia. Home
remedies for osteoarthritis: Ginger
powder - Add boiling water to two teaspoons of ginger powder. Hot
and cold - Apply heat to the sore joint for 20 minutes with a bag of
hot water. If the joints are swollen apply cold compresses. Put ice cubes in a
towel in your hand and apply to inflamed area. Another option is to use frozen
peas instead of ice cubes. Fish
or flax seed oils - You can get these in capsules. The omega-3 acids
lessen inflammation and cartilage wear. Bay
leaves compress - Make a strong infusion using bay leaves. Apply to the
sore joints with a washcloth. Eucalyptus
rub - Put a few drops of eucalyptus oil on the affected area and rub.
Blueberries
and pineapple - Blueberries are an excellent source of proanthocyanidins,
a powerful antioxidant. And the bromelain in pineapple can reduce inflammation.
Eat the pineapple between meals without any food so that you will benefit from
the bromelain full-strength. 
Cabbage
poultice: Crush some cabbage leaves and wrap them in a muslin. Apply
to the painful or swollen joint. Leave it on all night, and repeat treatment for
several nights. Apple
cider vinegar - Put two large teaspoons of apple cider vinegar in a glass
of hot water. Sweeten with a teaspoon of honey. Take twice a day. Swimming
- My mom's doctor advised her to swim to relieve arthritis. She has been
swimming three times a week and has experienced a great improvement. Nettle
Tincture: Macerate two large handfuls of nettle in a liter of alcohol-90%
for a week. Massage the affected area with the solution.
Celery
seed tea - Put a teaspoon of celery seeds in a cup. Fill the cup with
boiling water and cover. home-remedies-site.com Let stand for 15 minutes. Strain,
and drink 3 cups a day whenever you are having arthritis pain. Castor
oil compress: Put 3 or 4 tablespoonfuls of castor oil in a pan and heat
for about 3 minutes. Soak a towel in the oil and apply to the articulation in
pain. Cover with a dry towel and wrap an electric blanket around it. Leave for
30 to 60 minutes. Do not use if the articulation is swollen. Carry
a potato - Carry a potato with you. Some people say that in order for
this remedy to work, you should carry the potato in your right pocket. 
Alfalfa
- Put an ounce of alfalfa tea in a pot and fill with one quart water.
Boil for 30 minutes. Strain and drink during the day. Do this for 2 or 3 weeks
and rest 10 days before repeating this treatment. Mustard
Seed - Crush mustard seeds and moisten with vinegar. Sprinkle with flour.
Spread mixture in a cloth and apply (the side of the mixture touching the skin)
Leave for 20 minutes but remove it if it starts to irritate the skin. Wash the
area after treatment. Red
pepper and alcohol - Put an ounce of red pepper in a quart of rubbing
alcohol. home-remedies-site.com Let stand for 3 weeks shaking the container daily.
Then apply to the affected area using a cloth, and leave for 10 to 20 minutes.
Wash the area after each treatment. home-remedies-site.com Fresh
tomato juice - Drink plenty of tomato juice. Copper
or bronze bracelet - It is believed that the pores open with the heat,
and the body absorbs the metal relieving arthritis. For
rheumatoid arthritis: Willow
bark and harpagofito - 1/4 litre of water, 1 handful of willow bark,
1 handful of harpagofito. Boil for 10 minutes over low heat. Let stand 10 minutes
and strain. Take three times a day before each meal. Nutrition:
- Avoid sugar, reduce meat and animal fats, and substitute vinegar for lemon.
Include plenty of fruits and vegetables in your diet. Epsom
salts - Add two handfuls of Epsom salts to the hot bath water. Soak for 15
minutes. The elderly and people with high blood pressure should not use
this remedy. | 
