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Home Remedies Index
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Natural Treatment for Rheumatism
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Home Remedies for Rheumatism.
The word rheumatism is derived from the Greek word
'rheuma', which means a swelling. It refers to
an acute or chronic illness which is characterized by pain
and swelling of the muscles, ligaments and tendons, or
the joints.
The onset of the acute variety of rheumatism is
characterized by fever, intense soreness, and pain. In the
acute muscular type, the area becomes so sensitive that
even the weight of bed clothing aggravates the pain. It
may settle into a chronic state under a wrong mode of
treatment. If the disease is not treated properly in the
acute stage,
it may become chronic.
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The symptoms of chronic muscular rheumatism are pain and stiffness of the affected muscles. In the case of
chronic articular rheumatism (pain in the joints), pain and stiffness are felt in one or more joints of the body, with
swelling in most cases.
The chief cause of rheumatism is the presence of toxic waste products in the blood. The liberal consumption of
meat, white bread, sugar, and refined cereals leaves a large residue of toxic wastes in the system. When the
vitality is low, the toxic wastes are concentrated around the joints and bony structure, where they form the
basis of rheumatism. In certain cases, infection from the teeth, tonsils, and gall-bladder may produce
rheumatism. The disease is aggravated by exposure to cold water.
Rheumatism Treatment with Lemon:
Lemons are beneficial in the treatment of rheumatism. The patient should take the juice of two or three lemons
each day. This will bring good results.
Rheumatism Treatment with Walnuts:
Walnuts are valuable in rheumatism. They should, however, be thoroughly masticated to achieve beneficial
results. Half a dozen can be taken daily in the treatment of this condition. Rhubarb: The herb rhubarb has been
found valuable in rheumatism. The green stalks of this herb should be pounded with an equal quantity of sugar.
A teaspoonful should be taken three or four times a day. This remedy seldom fails.
Rheumatism Treatment with Potato Juice:
The juice of raw potato is regarded as an excellent remedy for rheumatism. One or two teaspoons of the juice,
taken out by pressing mashed raw potatoes, should be taken before meals. This will help to eliminate the toxic
condition and relieve rheumatism. The skin of the potato is also an excellent remedy for rheumatism. The skin is
exceptionally rich in vital mineral salts, and the water in which the peelings are boiled is one of the best
medicines for ailments caused by excess toxic matter in the system. Approximately thirty grams of the potato
peelings should be thoroughly washed and boiled in half a liter of water till it is reduced to half. The decoction
should then be strained and a glass of the same should be taken three or four times daily. Bitter Gourd: Bitter
gourd is considered beneficial in the treatment of rheumatism. A cup of juice, extracted from the vegetable,
should be mixed with a teaspoon of honey, and taken daily for treating this condition. This treatment should be
continued for at least three months to provide relief.
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