Tuesday, May 22, 2012

NSAIDs? Try a more natural approach

Lots of info coming out the last year or so about the use of NSAIDs (non steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs), such as Ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin, Nuprin) and Naproxen (Naprosen and Aleve). The list of side effects can be enough to scare you but the long term effects from long term use can literally be lethal.
Liver and kidney damage top the list, but heart and lung problems all make the list, not to mention ulcer conditions and bleeding problems due to the blood thinning effect they have.
However, there are more natural alternatives that, while they may not act as quickly, can have excellent results. Consider going to you natural healthfood store and checking out the varieties of natural anti-inflammatory supplements that include Bromelain, MSM, Boswellia, Turmeric, Papain, Ginger, Cumin, the list goes on with enzyme therapies and types of foods.  If you do your research, you find the many of the pills you take, both over the counter and prescription, could be either reduced or eliminated by the right natural supplements, or sometimes just a change in your diet.

2 comments:

  1. Bill--This a a great blog! For some reason last night I was picturing a diary-like blog. Thanks for posting!

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  2. Thanks Linda. Forgive the grammar and spelling errors as I rush through these, but just info that might benefit anyone. Always open the questions to address as well. Hope you invested your winnings, I hear FB stock is on the rise.

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