Osteoarthritis is a degenerative disease that affects the joints and causes pain and even body immobility.
Apostolos Kontzias, a doctor at Stony Brook University School of Medicine, says that osteoarthritis is a chronic disorder that causes alterations in the cartilage and surrounding tissues, This is characterized by stiffness, pain and loss of function.
In addition, its symptoms include swelling, pain and excessive bone growth, as well as stiffness when waking up or following a period of inactivity, that disappears following 30 minutes, especially if the joint is moved, according to the specialized health portal, MSD Manuals.
It should be noted that this disease usually affects mainly women and is caused by the wear of joint cartilage.
the store Sports worldin its health and wellness section, notes that osteoarthritis, contrary to what is believed, is not a disease associated only with old age, since it can also appear in young people due to notable wear on the joints or genetic causes, among other reasons.
ginger infusion
Specifically, it is one of the most beneficial medicinal plants to treat respiratory and circulatory problems and pain and inflammation in any part of the body.
In this case, ginger is good for osteoarthritis, because it allows rapid relief of inflammation and pain. It contains shagaols and gingerols which are two highly analgesic and anti-inflammatory components.
Ingredients
- 2 large cups of water.
- 1 slice of ginger root.
- lemon to taste
Preparation
- Cut the piece of root that is going to be used.
- Bring the water to a boil in a pot.
- Wash the piece of ginger root and chop it, unpeeled, into small pieces.
- When the water boils, add the root pieces and lower the heat leaving it at medium power.
- Let it boil for 15 or 20 minutes, turn off the heat, remove the pot from the stove and cover it.
- Allow it to sit for a further 5 minutes, before straining the pieces and drinking the infusion.
- You can add a dash or a few drops of fresh lemon, as the flavor of this infusion is quite strong.
horsetail infusion
Turmeric infusion
Turmeric is a plant with great anti-inflammatory properties, in addition, this medicinal plant is full of antioxidants that will help improve the general health of the body.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons of grated turmeric root or 1 tablespoon of turmeric powder.
- 1 liter of water.
- Lemon and/or honey to taste.
Preparation
- Boil a liter of water and when it reaches the boiling point add the turmeric.
- Let it boil for 20 minutes if the grated root has been used, but only 10 minutes if turmeric powder has been used.
- Remove the pot from the heat and cover it for 5 more minutes so that it rests and warms up.
- Strain the infusion and add lemon or honey to taste before drinking it.
