Achy Joints, Migraines and Stomach Cramps?

Achy joints, dreadful migraines, chronic back pain, toothache, stomach cramps, eye strain… the list goes on.

We are all struck by some sort of ache and pain at some point in our lives.

And for most of us, the natural reaction can be to reach for the painkillers.

But, have you ever stopped to think about why pain actually occurs, and if there is anything you can do to curb it, other than popping pills?

Pain is often an expression of inflammation in the body, explained Shona Wilkinson, the nutritionist at SuperfoodUK.com. Ph. Test Tape Dispense... Buy New $8.22 (as of 11:25 UTC - Details)

Here, she and her fellow experts, reveal how you can reduce inflammation and get rid of pain, simply by changing your diet.

‘It’s time to say “no”, to painkillers and manage your pain naturally,’ Ms Wilkinson told Daily Mail Online.

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1. GET YOUR FIVE-A-DAY

It is one health message that no-one can claim to be unaware of – eating five pieces of fresh fruit or vegetables each day is beneficial to a person’s general health and wellbeing.

However, a specific benefit of eating a rainbow of colours is that it can also help to get rid of pain, Ms Wilkinson said.

‘They are alkalizing to the body,’ she explained.

‘One of the most important aspects of reducing inflammation and pain is to ensure a good acid-alkaline balance in the blood.

‘Most fresh vegetables are alkalizing, in particular, green vegetables such as spinach, rocket, broccoli or green beans – aim to include two servings a day of these.

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Fellow nutritionist, Cassandra Barns, added: ‘They are high in antioxidants, which neutralise free radicals produced at the site of inflammation.

‘You can find them in dark-coloured berries, dark green leafy vegetables such as kale and spinach and the orange vegetables and fruit such as carrots, sweet potato, and apricots.’

Ms Barns said if you are struggling to hit the five-a-day target, it can be beneficial to take a supplement, such as Natures Plus AgeLoss First Day Healthy Inflammation Response – a complex of antioxidant-packed botanicals, including grape seed, bilberry, and blueberry.

‘They are also packed with vitamin C,’ Ms Wilkinson added.

‘Vitamin C contributes to the normal function of the immune system (that governs inflammation) and to the normal formation of collagen for the health of cartilage and bones.

‘Think: red cabbage, kiwi, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, kale, and papaya.’

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