Arthritis

 If you suffer from arthritis, you know just how much the pain and stiffness can limit your mobility and quality of life. But there’s good news: incorporating certain herbs into your lifestyle has been shown to provide relief for arthritis.  Here are five of the best herbs for arthritis:  1. Turmeric: This immune-boosting spice is a natural anti-inflammatory that helps reduce inflammation and joint pain. Add it to your food, or take it in supplement form.  2. Ginger: Similar to turmeric, ginger contains active compounds that reduce inflammation and swelling. You can take it in supplement form or add it to your food as well.  3. Willow Bark: This herb has been used for centuries to naturally treat arthritis. It contains compounds used to reduce inflammation, as well as muscle spasms.  4. Evening Primrose Oil: This oil has been shown to reduce inflammation, as well as help reduce the symptoms of inflammation, such as joint pain and stiffness.  5. Capsaicin: This capsicum derivative is found in spicy peppers. Studies have found that the compound works to reduce arthritis pain by targeting the brain’s pain signals.  Using herbs to treat arthritis can be a great addition to your holistic approach to health and wellness. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist to make sure that these herbs don’t interact with medications you’re currently taking before you start using them.