Some Effective Joint Pain Supplements

 

If you have been suffering from joint pain for years now and don't find drugs to be helping too much then maybe it's time you considered an alternate treatment like taking supplements? These supplements are found naturally in a person's body and don't have any side effects either. They are also much easier on the kidneys which are what processes the drugs. Supplements are usually a lot cheaper than drugs as well and the best part is that they can even be purchased without a subscription. If you are willing to give natural joint pain supplements a try, then here are a few of them which will surely help you fight back pain:-

 

1. Magnesium- If you are looking for quick relief for your muscle & joint pain then magnesium is the 1st supplement you should try. There are multiple body functions which require magnesium in order to function properly. It also helps in the maintenance of nerve function, regulating heart rhythm and supporting the immune system. It also regulates your blood pressure and blood sugar levels. In most cases, people do not get sufficient magnesium from their regular diet. That is why you need supplements. In fact, magnesium is so effective that it is even used before analgesic surgery to help a person's muscles to relax. You should take it before going to sleep for best results. The only problem with magnesium is that it may cause diarrhea if you take too much of it. But this is only a temporary side effect and will correct the moment you correct your dosage. It's available in liquid, tablet and powder form. It is tasteless as well which means you can even mix it into your tea or a smoothie and drink it.

 

2. Glucosamine Chondroitin- Glucosamine is found in cartilage. There have been a few studies that have shown it can help treat osteoarthritis. It has proven quite effective as far as knee joints are concerned. The results have been quite promising as far as the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis is concerned as well. Glucosamine is usually combined with chondroitin which is, again, found in cartilage. They work together to help rebuild cartilage. You will usually find this supplement combined with calcium or MSM. It won't provide immediate relief but will definitely help in rebuilding tissue over a period of time. There are no harmful side effects although the odd patient has been known to complain of abdominal pain and nausea every now and then.

 

3. Hyaluronic Acid (HA) - This is found in the connective tissue of the body. The main functions of HA is to lubricate and cushion. It helps your skin remain healthy, improves eyesight and also works on joint function. Joints that do not have sufficient HA can't move properly and become stiff. People that consume this supplement claim that it works quite quickly although its main benefit will only be seen over time since it aids in strengthening joint and connective tissue.