Keys to flexibility in your joints

Taking care of your joints is important for you to be able to move optimally and enjoy all of life's activities. When you have joint pain, you feel it in your shoulders, hips, elbows, knees, ankles, wrists or hands.

Joints can become inflamed from overuse, injury or diseases such as arthritis. As we age, the joints can also become tender and even painful. Movement is one of the most important ways to keep joints flexible.

If you are new to physical activity or recovering from an injury, remember that your joints benefit from gentle exercise. Start slowly and build up to 20 minutes per day. Consider starting your morning with a light walk. Try to end the day with a short relaxing yoga session or stretching.

Food and dietary supplements
There are a number of different foods and supplements that you can add to help keep your joints healthy and reduce inflammation. Let's take a closer look below.

The collagen
Collagen is constantly in the news as a way to maintain beautiful skin. But collagen is also found naturally in our tendons, ligaments and bones. To improve your joints, you can add some collagen-rich foods to your diet, including chicken, fish, egg whites, and bone broth. When it comes to fruits and vegetables, choose colorful berries, citrus fruits, green leaves, and red and yellow vegetables.

For an extra boost to joint health, add Aarja Health's Collagen with Pine Bark as it is rich in hydrolysed type II collagen . Type II collagen is found naturally in abundant amounts, above all in joints and connective tissue. Consequently, the hydrolyzed form makes it easier to absorb. In short, our collagen is made from BioCell® collagen that comes from pure chicken breast cartilage. Hyaluronic acid is also a liquid that helps lubricate the joints.

MSM
MSM or methylsulfonylmethane is a sulfur that has both anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Comparatively, sulfur is the fourth most abundant mineral in the body. Studies have shown that it fights inflammation by inhibiting many cells involved in the inflammation process. For foods with MSM add apples, raspberries, asparagus, onions and garlic to your meals.

Why not start your morning with a delicious bag of Aarja Health's OptiMSM +C with blueberries to fight inflammation and prioritize overall health. OptiMSM® actually uses the world's purest MSM. In addition, it consists of 34% sulfur, 34% oxygen, 26% carbon and 6% hydrogen bonds. This burst of vitamin C can provide an encouraging effect to start your day. To counteract joint pain, you can take it with you on your morning walk!

Omega-3
Add some omega-3 rich foods to your diet. Think especially about fish and shellfish. Salmon, mackerel, herring, sardines, anchovies, caviar and oysters are all excellent choices. Vegan sources include walnuts, flax seeds, chia seeds, soybeans, spinach and Brussels sprouts.

Krill oil comes from small crustaceans that resemble shrimp. It is a powerhouse rich in omega-3 and some studies have shown it to be good for inflammation due to its anti-inflammatory properties. In fact, scientific research suggests that krill oil is even more easily absorbed by the body than fish oil.

OMEGA3 BOOST krill oil from Aarja Health is a high-quality source of omega-3 fatty acids including EPA and DHA. The red color of the capsule comes from the krill's own natural antioxidants called astaxanthin. Omega-3 is also good for the heart and brain. Unlike cod liver oil, our capsules have a wonderful taste.

Curcumin
Curcumin comes from the root of Curcuma longo, also known as turmeric. Curcumin is an important supplement for the treatment of pain, especially joint pain. This is due to curcumin's powerful anti-inflammatory effects.

Curcumin has been scientifically proven to benefit people suffering from arthritis and other autoimmune diseases. It is also a popular supplement for sports lovers and athletes to relieve sore muscles and joints while contributing to a faster recovery.

A arja Health's CURCUMIN with B12 and ginger contains 400 mg of Longvida® Optimized Curcumin extract . It has been developed by neurologists and is a highly bioavailable form, meaning it is easily absorbed. Plus, we've added ginger, another powerful antioxidant, along with vitamin B12 for energy. Remember that curcumin is not recommended during pregnancy.

Conclusion
Taking care of your joints is important, so you can enjoy everything in life without pain. Gentle exercise, diet and nutritional supplements can help benefit both you and your joints.

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