7 Vitamins Every Arthritis Sufferer Should Know About

7 Vitamins Every Arthritis Sufferer Should Know About
by Emily Clark

As an alternative to getting your RDA through diet, many people now take vitamin
supplements.

The following list of vitamins are known to be especially beneficial to arthritis
sufferers:

Vitamin B5 - When grouped and tanked together, B vitamins work at their peak.
They, and B5 specifically, are good for reducing swelling.

Vitamin B3 - This vitamin reduces tissue swelling and dilates small arteries, increasing
blood flow. Note that Vitamin B3 is NOT advised for persons with high blood
pressure, gout or liver disorders.

Vitamin B6 - Another B that reduces tissue swelling.

Vitamin B12 - This vitamin aids in multiple functions. It helps with cell formation,
digestion, myelin production, nerve protection.

Vitamin C - This vitamin acts as an anti-inflammatory, relieving pain, and rids the
body of free radicals.

Vitamin E - This is a strong antioxidant that protects joints from free radicals while
increases joint flexibility.

Vitamin K - This vitamin assists with mineral deposit into the bone matrix.

Vitamins combine with enzymes involved with tissue repair, cell production and our
metabolism.

There are two types of vitamins:

Water Soluble - These vitamins (B and C complex) are not stored in our body organs
and usually pass through our bodies very quickly, in the form of urine. It is therefore
important to have regular daily intakes of these vitamins.

Fat Soluble - Vitamins A, D, E and K stay in the body as they are stored in the liver.

The information contained in this article is for educational purposes only and is not
intended to medically diagnose, treat or cure any disease. Consult a health care
practitioner before beginning any health care program.

About The Author

Emily Clark is editor at Arthritis Health News
(http://www.arthritis-health-news.com), where arthritis sufferers can find the most
up-to-date advice and information to assist in improving their quality of life.

A deficiency of vitamins can lead to a
variety of health problems, including
some forms of arthritis.

These organic nutrients are normally
sourced through our intake of fresh
fruits and vegetables. Due to the
following factors, it is not always
possible to get our recommended
daily allowance (RDA) of vitamins:

1) Poor soil quality

2) Modern processing methods

3) Popularity of 'Junk' foods

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The content on
this website is for educational purposes only. Please consult with your physician before using natural
remedies and before making any drastic changes to your diet or exercise program.