The NSAID’s and medications prescribed tend to exacerbate these GI issues. Approximately 70% of people who suffer from inflamed joints (OA & RA) tend to have a higher percentage of GI issues. You can read some of those posts here and here. I have written quite a bit about the connection between gut health and overall health. NSAID’s (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatories) whether prescribed or over the counter are considered so common today because they can help relieve pain, but unfortunately we tend to neglect their high degrees of association with cardiovascular and gastrointestinal risks.Ĭhronic inflammation and decreased immunity play a significant role in the health of the GI tract. In 2013, the American Pain Society reported the number of chronic pain sufferers in America is estimated at 100 million and NSAID use was surprisingly high with rates of 97 to 99 percent in all chronic pain types studied. So when should you consider including this antioxidant super food into your diet? Joint InflammationĪnti-inflammatory meds are widely prescribed as the first option for combatting chronic pain and the most commonly used pain reliever for Arthritis. They were listed right along with spices and berries and actually surpassed red wine and dark chocolate. In 2006, tart cherries were ranked number 14 among the top 50 antioxidant foods. This week we will look at this specific antioxidant, its anti-inflammatory properties, and its immune boosting benefits. I wrote in my last post how boosting the immune system can help reduce chronic inflammation. ![]() Anthocyanins block inflammation as effectively as NSAID’s like Ibuprofen, Naproxen, or Aspirin. Berries contain similar antioxidants, but the most concentrated form of anthocyanins are in tart cherries. In the last decade they have become more researched for their medicinal and pharmacological uses as health benefits in the West.Īnthocyanins are powerful antioxidants that help boost the immune system. Herbal medicine doctors have been incorporating them into herbal remedies for centuries. So even if you find life isn’t a bowl of cherries, there is a reason you should be eating the bowl of cherries.Īnthocyanins are the colorants that produce the vibrant red, purple, and blue hues in plants. It is heralded as a powerful anti-inflammatory and pain remedy due to its high amount of antioxidants found in a flavonoid called Anthocyanin. Tart Cherry Juice is the concentrated juice from cherries with no extra additives. One health remedy that I have been recommending to my patients/clients is Tart Cherry Juice as a natural relief from pain and inflammation. “Wherever the art of Medicine is loved, there is also a love of Humanity. It gives me energy to connect with people and create change. Another thing I love is facilitating the healing process to be able to restore one’s function and improve their overall health. One of the things I love about my profession as a Physical Therapist and Health Coach is the relationships made and conversations had with people from all walks of life. Although what does that saying mean anyway? Is it the easy life? Is it a pain free life? As I get older life shows me that it is more about enjoying relationships than accomplishing tasks, which is hard for me to learn, since I am very good at being a task oriented person. I am hereby committing, planning, and dedicating the month of August to slowing down and enjoying the simple things of life a bit more. Breathing is essential for the quality and quantity of life. It’s ok to come up for a breath in fact it’s necessary. ![]() We recently had extended family staying with us from out of town and it took me by surprise how much I was operating full force with my head down trying to get through the week. Thankfully, my kids don’t return to school until after Labor Day. Usually summer slows down for us, but this summer seems to be moving at a rapid pace. Do you ever feel like that? When time passes by so quickly all you do during the day is try to get things checked off the to do list. Lately I have been consumed in my own little world. ![]() Read my full disclosure in terms and conditions if you need more info. “Anti-inflammatory life is a bowl full of cherries.”ĭisclosure: This post contains Amazon affiliate links, of which I participate.
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