what causes arthritis and how can you treat it?

In most cases, the cause of osteoarthritis is not known, although it can be secondary to injury, repetitive joint use, or conditions such as obesity. Contrary to what many people believe, however, osteoarthritis is not a normal part of aging. It is a disease that should be treated aggressively at the earliest symptoms.

People who have osteoarthritis often benefit from exercise, including stretching and strength exercises. These exercises help to build the muscles around affected joints. Muscle weakness is a major cause of disability in people who have osteoarthritis.

It is extremely important that people with osteoarthritis launch their nutritional program as early in the disease process as possible. The goal is to provide nutrients to help rebuild damaged bone and cartilage. The following nutrients are recommended:

EPA and DHA—1400 milligrams (mg)/day of EPA and 1000 mg/day of DHA
ASU—300 to 600 mg/day
Curcumin—900 mg/day, with 5 mg of piperine
Ginger—60 mg/day
Bioflavonoids—300 mg/day, including nobiletin
Nettle leaf extract—375 to 500 mg/day
SAMe—400 to 1200 mg/day
Glucosamine—1500 mg/day
Chondroitin—1000 mg/day
MSM—1000 to 3000 mg/day
Green tea extract—725 mg/day of green tea powder, yielding at least 246 mg of EGCG
Vitamin C—1 to 3 grams (g)/day
Vitamin E—400 International Units (IU)/day, with 200 mg of gamma-tocopherol
NAC—600 mg/day
Hyaluronic acid—Most published studies have examined the benefits of intra-articular injections of hyaluronic acid. This treatment is effective in treating osteoarthritis of major joints. Discuss hyaluronic acid therapy with your physician.

Below is a very good ‘protocol’ on the subject.

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