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Epsom Salt Soak A classic remedy for any muscle or joint ache is a relaxing bath with Epsom Salts. High in magnesium and sulfates, they are easily absorbed through the skin to provide quick relief and reduce inflamma on. Add two cups of salts to warm bath water and soak for at least twenty minutes. Alterna vely, Epsom Salts can be used in a compress to apply directly to the skin. Simply dilute two cups into one gallon of water. You can also try an Epsom salt with lavender, or other essen al oils. Hot and Cold Packs For immediate joint pain, try a hot and cold approach. Apply a hot therapeu c gel pack to the affected area for twenty minutes. Immediately follow up with a cold ice pack for another twenty. If you can't stand the severity of ice, let it thaw out while you are applying heat. Even a chilled pack will bring relief. Exercise S ff muscles can cause joint pain elsewhere in the body. For example, tension in the leg muscles can be responsible for stress on the knees and hips. Exercise will strengthen and stretch the affected muscles, reducing pain and inflamma on. The stronger the muscles and joints become the be er the chances are of avoiding future injuries. Weight Loss Carrying around extra pounds puts unnecessary strain on your joints and bones. If you suffer from a bone disease, such as osteoporosis, being overweight can accelerate degenera on. Even shedding just a few pounds can ease pain and prevent against future problems. Diet Modification The easiest way to prevent against pain long-term is a change in diet. Chronic inflamma on in the body causes weakness and will eventually lead to ssue death. By implemen ng an an -inflammatory diet, joint pain cause from the swelling will decrease. Omega-3 fa y acids found in foods like cold-water fish, chia seeds and walnuts reduce inflamma on in the body. Fresh organic fruits and vegetables are loaded with an oxidants. Limit (and try to completely remove) ea ng processed foods, trans-fats and added sugars, these can cause severe inflamma on in the body. NATURAL REMEDIES for Joint Pain Abby's Magazine - Volume 5 Issue 3 | Page 41