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| - | Don't bite off more than you can chew. Some of the symptoms of arthritis include drained energy, muscle weakness, and fatigue, and overexerting yourself can make the condition worse.
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| - | Ask a builder to do modifications on your home if you are dealing with arthritis. Your builder or contractor will be happy to sit down and come up with ideas with you. These kinds of changes can make it so you don't have to make painful movements, easing your daily discomfort.
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| - | Vegetarians seem less likely to develop arthritis. If vegetarianism is not for you, you should still aim to have more vegetables incorporated into your diet. Antioxidant rich foods, such as green beans or peas, will strengthen your joints. Make sure to increase the amount of roughage you consume.
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| - | Look for opportunities to take a break during the day. Arthritis may get in the way of you being fully active. Have a rest once in a while to regain some energy and allow your body to have a second of peace.
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| - | Sleep is essential if you have arthritis. Take breaks and relax your mind every chance you get to ease joint pain. Spending too much time resting will cause your joints to deteriorate. It's important to hit a balance between sleep and rest for just the right active lifestyle that will reduce your arthritis pain.
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| - | A while back, it was advised that those with arthritis should stay away from alcohol. However, research now indicates that alcohol consumed in moderate amounts does not have any negative effects on arthritis sufferers. Some experts have even gone so far as to suggest that alcohol in moderation may actually reduce some of the symptoms of arthritis, so consult your physician to find out if this can be a safe method of arthritis relief for you.
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| - | Eating proteins is important. You must eat enough protein if you suffer from arthritis because your body uses more than a normal person. Vegetarians in particular need to find good sources of protein such as tofu, legumes and cheese. Eat these regularly to keep pain and inflammation at bay.
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| - | A massage may be helpful in cases of moderate pain. This will not only cause your muscles to relax, but also de-stress you. Find a professional masseuse who is trained in arthritic patients. If your joints are particularly inflamed, a massage may hurt too badly, and it would be better to do it on another day.
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| - | Stop using cigarettes if you want to reduce the pain and inflammation that commonly comes with arthritis. Research has shown that smokers tend to have more problems with their joints as well as more pain related to arthritis than their nonsmoking counterparts. If you do smoke, seriously think about quitting to help with your symptoms. Ask your doctor about patches or other methods to help you quit smoking.
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| - | If you suffer from arthritis, consider taking a yoga class to boost your overall health and well-being. Gentle stretches, as well as a calmer mind, can be a big benefit to you as you cope with arthritis. If you find that a class is not comfortable for you, you should look into buying a yoga DVD that you can use at home. Exercising with the instruction of a DVD is a great way to get a cardio workout without having to leave your living room.
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