I suffer chronic lower back pain from Degenerative Disk Disease, specifically spondylolysis. This list is an ongoing compilation of treatment I have received over the years for my condition. Top of the list is the most effective. Bottom of the list is the least effective or things that I have not yet tried.
“Cabbage builds strong bones, dampens allergic reactions, reduces inflammation, and promotes gastrointestinal health.”
“When eaten and used as a poultice, as a dual treatment, cabbage is helpful for healing bedsores, varicose veins, and arthritis.”
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“Onions contain sulfides that help lower blood pressure and cholesterol, as well as a peptide that may help prevent bone loss by inhibiting the loss of calcium and other bone minerals.”
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“Spinach protects against eye disease and vision loss; it’s good for brain function; it guards against colon, prostate, and breast cancers; it protects against heart disease, stroke, and dementia; it lowers blood pressure; it’s anti-inflammatory; and it’s great for bone health.”
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“The nutrients in watercress protect against cancer and macular degeneration, help build the immune system, and support bone health.”
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“Our bodies can’t process much of the lycopene in tomatoes until they’re cooked; the processing helps break down tough cell walls. However, guavas’ cell structure allows the antioxidant to be absorbed whether the fruit is raw or cooked, and the whole fruit offers the nutrition without the added sodium of processed tomato products.”
“Lycopene protects our healthy cells from free radicals that can cause all kinds of damage, including blocked arteries, joint degeneration, nervous system problems, and even cancer.”
http://health.yahoo.net/caring/12-foods-with-super-healing-powers
I just found an article that says cherries are good for arthritis. It makes sense. They helped clear up my gout.
http://health.yahoo.net/caring/12-foods-with-super-healing-powers
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