MSM Sulfur is an herbal supplement intended to help cleanse and nourish your skin, hair, nails, tendons, ligaments, and muscles.

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Beyond giving the body its shape, bones play a much larger role than we realize. Bones are constantly changing shape and composition to accommodate bodily changes or needs, and many of us take them for granted. Given that brittle bones cause about 8.9 million osteoporotic fractures per year, it is evident that a high percentage of people, especially women over the age of 30, are losing bone density. How do you avoid the development of brittle bones?

In order for bones to maintain density and strength, one must consume calcium-rich foods and maintain optimal vitamin D levels. Vitamin D is necessary for the absorption of calcium, but most foods do not contain natural vitamin D. A lot of fortified foods exist, and mushrooms are really the only natural food source of vitamin D. Avoid fortified foods and stay in the sun for about 15-30 minutes a day to naturally absorb vitamin D. If you need a great list of calcium-rich foods, click here. The NHS says that these two nutrients are integral for healthy bones, but you can also consume the following bone-strengthening foods to maintain bone health.

Nuts

While a variety of nuts can assist with bone building, walnuts, almonds, and Brazil nuts are the ones that steal the spotlight. They are all great sources of calcium and alpha linoleic acid, which is a type of omega-3 fatty acid  that works to inhibit bone breakdown. A handful of walnuts, almonds, or Brazil nuts should be your go-to snack option, and don’t forget about raw almond butter, either.

Broccoli

Broccoli is a known source of plant-based protein, but it is also praised for its diverse nutritional profile. Loaded with calcium, potassium, folate, vitamin C, phosphorus, and vitamin K, broccoli can help strengthen your bones and teeth. To obtain these benefits, it is best to consume one serving of broccoli every day.

Leafy Greens

Famed for their vitamin K content, leafy greens need to be featured in your diet to help build strong bones. Befriend the salad and learn to love it in all its forms because vitamin K aids with bone protein formation and helps to reduce calcium loss in the urine. According to several studies, people with low levels of vitamin K in the body have an increased risk of hip fractures. One cup of raw leafy greens exceeds the amount of the recommended intake of 90 micrograms per day.

Prunes

Prunes are commonly consumed to help encourage bowel movements, but they have been known to benefit bone mineral density. In addition to slowing bone deterioration, prunes may help to build new bone. New research has credited these properties to the phenolic compounds in prunes.

Magnesium-Rich Foods

When the average person thinks of building strong bones, calcium is the first mineral that comes to mind. When you consider that 50% of the body’s magnesium is stored in bones, magnesium should also be a mineral to focus on in order to keep your bones healthy. Since low levels of magnesium have been associated with calcium loss and fragile bones, start consuming magnesium-rich foods. Great sources of magnesium include leafy greens, summer squash, avocados, bananas, mangos, Brazil nuts, almonds, quinoa, sesame seeds, pumpkin seeds, cashews, chickpeas, lentils, and sunflower seeds.

A Noticeable Omission

You may have noticed that milk is not on this list. Despite the information that ads preached when you were growing up, milk is not beneficial for bone health. In fact, milk has an acidifying effect on the body, which can degrade bone composition.

Why Are Bones So Important?

The human body would be nothing more than a gelatinous blob of tissues and fluids if it weren’t for our bones. While bones provide support and structure, they are not as heavy as you might think. The skeletal system plays a protective role in the body, especially and most noticeably for the skull and vertebrae, protecting the central nervous system. The central nervous system controls the rest of the body and it is an intricate, fragile network that would be compromised without bone protection. The ribs also protect the vital organs in the chest.

Blood Cell Production

Have you heard of bone marrow? It’s not just something that you can order at a restaurant, despite the attention on ossobuco, an Italian dish of braised veal shanks, or beef bone marrow that is incorporated in pot-au-feu broth in French cuisine. Bone marrow is inside bones in the human body, and it is also where red blood cells are made. Red blood cells are necessary for transporting oxygen throughout the body. Bone marrow is also the production center for white blood cells (necessary for immune health), fibroblasts (necessary for connective tissue production), and adipocytes (fat cells).

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Some people are freaked out by the sound of cracking your knuckles and others can’t imagine a day without a crack. Kids become fascinated with the popping sound that happens when you twist your joints, and it can become habitual as they age. It typically starts with finger cracking, and then they learn to bend and twist other joints to get those magical pops.

Most adults preach the doctrine that cracking your knuckles makes you destined to develop arthritis. Contrary to popular belief, there is no definitive link between knuckle cracking and arthritis, or any other medical condition. This rumor is so prevalent because people find that popping sound annoying. Certain studies imply that knuckle cracking may lead to swelling, but no study has proven this direct connection.

Why Do Knuckles Pop?

You don’t have to worry about joints that pop, provided the cracking isn’t followed by immediate pain. Most joints crack because the muscle is tight, causing friction around the bones. The joints pull apart when you crack your knuckles, creating somewhat of a cavity. The cracking noise comes from the formation of that cavity. Gases, primarily carbon dioxide and nitrogen, fill the cavity before reentering the joint. Tendons that rub against joints can also cause the sound. You may notice that the action has to be quick for the pop to be heard. A slow movement typically doesn’t yield a pop.

Is Cracking Your Knuckles Bad For You?

People who crack their knuckles have gotten a bad reputation over the years, but it’s time for knuckle crackers to rejoice because it isn’t bad for you! You may be wondering about the other joints in your body, though. Consider your neck, back, knees, and ankles. If they naturally crack on their own, enjoy the feeling. People who purposefully crack these joints typically do it because they are experiencing pain and trying to provide relief. Forcing the crack can actually over-stretch your ligaments, pull your muscles, or misalign your spine, ultimately restricting mobility.

Cracking your neck or back only provides temporary relief. It is best to seek professional treatment to understand why you are experiencing pain. Try to visit a chiropractor and see what his or her professional opinion is. He or she may be able to help you strengthen and stabilize the area of pain, which may result in you cracking your body less. You may also benefit from stretching or gentle yoga poses.

While you probably shouldn’t crack every joint every hour of the day, cracking your knuckles isn’t hurting anyone, except for the people around you. Remember: if it hurts, you may want to see a professional.

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Any damage to the joints from disease or injury can cause a lot of discomfort. The pain can be sharp and quick, or it can be chronic and unforgiving. However, joint pain can also be caused by other conditions or factors. Fortunately, there are several herbal remedies that can help alleviate joint discomfort. We have detailed them below.

Turmeric

The health benefits of turmeric come from the inactive ingredients, curcumin and cucuminoids, which have anti-inflammatory properties. This spice can be added to your diet, taken in supplement form, or even applied topically to sore joint to help decrease pain. The recommended dosage is 500 milligrams twice per day.

Ginger

Ginger has been shown to have anti-inflammatory and joint-protective properties. Recent experiments show promise with the use of ginger to prevent joint inflammation. The fresh root is available in grocery stores and can be brewed into tea. Researchers at the University of Georgia in Athens and Georgia State College & University in Milledgeville reported in the Journal of Pain that a few tablespoons of grated ginger could help ease muscle pain caused by exercise.

Cat’s Claw

Cat’s claw originated in the South American rainforests. A recent experiment on the effectiveness of cat’s claw had positive results towards the relief of joint pain. For medicinal purposes, the root and bark of the cat’s claw vine are made into tea, tinctures, or herbal supplements.

Green Tea

A recent study found that green tea may have an active compound that reduces inflammation and swelling. Green tea is high in catechins, a compound with joint-relieving properties. There are additional compounds in green tea that contribute to overall well being, such as polyphenols and antioxidants. Drink one or two cups of green tea per day to help relieve joint pain.

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As people age, it is common for them to experience pain in the knees, back, legs, and ankles. Sometimes aging means that people go to bed and wake up with a sore ankle or lower back pain. The phrase, “I slept wrong” really seems to be used a lot as we age. Young people are fortunate to not understand that yet. Joint pain doesn’t have to control how you live your life though. There are things you can do to be pain-free.

Did you know that a recent national survey found that roughly one-third of adults reported having joint pain? The reasons for joint pain can vary, but they are commonly caused by conditions such as arthritis, bursitis, gout, strains, other injuries, or osteoarthritis.

Whether it is overall wear and tear on the body or an injury that leads to joint pain, you don’t have to live life according to your pain. There is a smoothie we found that has some amazing anti-inflammatory properties, which help to reduce pain. It even helps promote healthy circulation in your legs. Let’s see what the primary ingredients do for the body.

Lemon

Lemons are rich in vitamin C, which is a powerful antioxidant that works to protect your cells from free radical damage. They also help to build connective tissue.

Orange

Remaining in the citrus lane, oranges are also rich in vitamin C. Recent studies have shown that having a sufficient amount of vitamin C in the body helps to prevent conditions like arthritis because it maintains healthy joints.

Turmeric

Turmeric is a superstar and a superfood. A 2009 study found that turmeric’s active ingredient, curcumin, helped to relieve pain in knee osteoarthritis just as well as ibuprofen. Consuming turmeric can also help inhibit overall joint inflammation.

Pineapple

Pineapple contains an active compound, bromelain, which helps to reduce inflammation and reduce joint pain, especially in those with arthritis. New findings are pointing to the fact that bromelain has comparable pain-relieving/anti-inflammatory effects to non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs.

What You’ll Need For The Smoothie

• One orange, peeled
• Two cups pineapple
• 2 celery stalks
• 2 pears, cored
• 1 lemon, peeled and de-seeded
• 1” piece of fresh ginger root, peeled
• 2” turmeric root, peeled
• pinch of black pepper
• ½ teaspoon virgin coconut oil

Instructions

• After prepping all of the ingredients, add them to a blender and blend away. Drink immediately or store in a glass jar in the fridge for about 3 days.

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The knees support roughly 80% of your bodyweight. Whether you are standing, walking, jumping, running, or lifting weights, you are consistently putting stress on your knees. This explains why so many people (1 in 5) experience knee pain at some point in life. While many people with knee pain believe that the best thing to do is nothing at all, it has actually been proven that keeping the joint(s) mobile is the best thing for rehabilitation.

What is one thing that we know is good for us, but may not necessarily do all the time? If your answer was, “Eat vegetables,” we are thrilled, but that is not the answer we were looking for. “Stretching” is the correct answer. Stretching is an excellent way to help improve mobility, relieve muscle pain, and a great way to keep your joints healthy.

When it comes to stretching, however, many people stretch incorrectly. A lot of people stretch too quickly, often times bouncing to “increase the stretch.” Sometimes people just end up stretching the wrong area of the body altogether. Stretching the knees, and legs for that matter, requires your back to be straight and immobile.

Stretch Your Calves

If you have tight calves, it can lead to inward knee movement, which can cause pain. The standing calf stretch is very easy to do and can help prevent knee pain. Place the balls of your feet on the edge of a stair, small ledge, or curb and let your heels drop below the step. Hold this for 30 seconds and rest before repeating.

Hamstring Stretch

The hamstrings run from your hips to your knees, so keeping them flexible can reduce knee pain. The common mistake, when it comes to a hamstring stretch, is to bend down and touch your toes. That stretches your back and other leg muscles more than anything. It is best to lie on your back in front of a doorway. Lay one leg through the doorway and raise the other leg up the wall; your butt should be touching the wall. Loop a belt or tension band around the ball of your foot and pull down. Stay there for 10-15 slow breaths before repeating on the other leg.

The Stretch To Make Your Knees Feel Younger

Sit on a chair or couch. Start by folding a dishtowel in half and place it directly behind one of your knees, trying to get it as high up into the joint as possible. Put your heel on the edge of a chair and slowly contract your calf and hamstring. Repeat this on the other side. This exercise works to open up space in the knee, allowing better circulation in the joint and a decreased risk of joint inflammation.

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If you have arthritis, osteoarthritis, general joint pain, or knee-related complications and you want to lose weight, there are adapted exercises that can help you achieve these goals. Extra weight can put unnecessary stress on the knees, making certain exercises feel as though they are impossible to do. All you have to do is find alternate ways to achieve the same results.

Considering that two-thirds of the American population is overweight, it makes sense that 20% of the American adults suffer from knee pain. Being overweight with knee pain shouldn’t make you shy away from exercise, though. Exercise works to maintain healthy circulation and keeps the joints and muscles in better shape. Additionally, losing weight takes stress off the knee joints.

To help you exercise, we have put together a list of exercises that you don’t have to dread. You can do these at home without stressing your knee joints. If you do them, let us know how you feel after in the comments below.

Hamstring Stretch

You are going to sit at the edge of an armless chair, extending one leg out in front with your heel on the ground; your toes should be facing the ceiling. Keep your back straight and lean forward slightly, pushing your navel toward your thigh. Do not round your back and collapse onto your thighs. Hold this for 15-30 seconds. Switch your leg and repeat two more times for each leg.

Chair Up and Downs

On the same chair, sit up straight with your feet shoulder-width apart and arms loosely hanging by your sides or crossed (whichever feels comfortable is fine). Pressing into your heels, stand up slowly until you are standing straight. Remain standing for a few seconds and then slowly sit down onto the chair, keeping your back straight. Do as many as you can, comfortably, in one minute.

Calf Raises

Facing the back of your chair, stand up straight with your feet hip-distance apart. Pressing onto the balls of your feet, slowly raise your heels as high as you can. Lower yourself back onto the floor. Do three sets of 10-15 repetitions.

Calf Stretch

Remain in the same starting position as the previous exercise, but extend one leg behind you. Bend your front leg, using the back of the chair as support, lean forward, and keep the heel of your back foot planted on the ground. Keep bending until you feel the stretch in your back leg. Hold for 15 seconds and then switch legs.

Straight Leg Raises

Lay down on the ground on your back, extending one leg all the way and bending the other so that your heel is on the ground and your knee is at a 90-degree angle. Place your hands by your sides and tighten your thigh muscles in the extended leg to lift it off the ground to a 45-degree angle. Hold this for about 1 second before slowly lowering back to the ground. Do three sets of 10 on each leg.

Hamstring Curls

Lie flat on your stomach with the tops of your feet on the ground. Engage the hamstring in one leg and slowly bring your heel towards your butt. Once your toes are facing the ceiling, hold this position for one second, then lower it back onto the ground. Do three sets of 15 reps for each leg. The video below shows the person using a resistance band, but you don’t have to use one. You can if you progress and want to increase the difficulty.

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Every girl always wants her butt and legs to look good. Guys do too, but they are often more concerned with developing upper body muscles. Important: You should always workout your entire body. Not everyone has time to go to the gym to sculpt their body, which is why we have this awesome 5-minute butt and leg workout. You should do each exercise for 1 minute and then rest for 30 seconds. Are you ready? Let’s get to it!

Exercise #1: Squats

Make sure your feet are a little wider than shoulder-width and get going once you’re ready. When you squat, keep your back straight, eyes forward, and make sure your knees don’t go in front of your toes. You should feel like you are sitting down in a chair. Squeeze your gluteus muscles and thighs when you sink into these. Do as many squats as you can do in one minute and then rest.

Exercise #2: Donkey Kicks

You can do these one of two ways. If you want a better workout for your core, stay in plank position and kick your leg up. You can also put your knee on the ground and kick back with the other leg. When you kick back, squeeze you butt. Don’t just raise your leg. When you hit 30 seconds, alternate to the other leg. Keep going until the end. If you need to rest, you can, but make sure you pause your stopwatch and get right back in it when you resume. Try not to rest until after the minute is over, though.

Exercise #3: Hip Raises

Lay on your yoga mat and extend your fingertips towards your heels, which should be by your butt. Engaging your butt muscles, raise your hips towards the ceiling. Lower yourself slowly and raise yourself up again. If you want more of a challenge, hold your hips up for 5 seconds each time you raise your hips. You’ll definitely feel the burn.

Exercise #4: Plank Leg Raises

These are definitely challenging. Get in a plank position (you can put one knee on the ground if necessary), and lift your leg up towards the ceiling. Keep your leg straight. You don’t want to strain your back so only lift it as high as you can comfortably. You should feel this in your glutes and hamstrings. After 30 seconds, alternate to the other leg. Push it out until the very end.

Exercise #5: Lunges

It’s time to finish this workout strong! Lunge forward with one leg at a time. Try to keep your knee straight ahead. You don’t want to rush these because you can easily hurt yourself. Go slow and really feel that burn in your thighs and glutes. If you want more of a challenge, you can do these holding weights in both hands.

We recommend doing this workout twice a day to really tone your butt. If you’re up to it, repeat the circuit again.

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Knee pain is quite literally, a pain. It can inhibit certain activities, daily tasks, or exercises, which is not necessarily a good thing if your New Year’s resolution is to be more active and lose weight. What if we told you that you may be able to naturally fix the problem? Rather than just slapping a brace on your knee or getting knee replacement surgery just for the heck of it, try stretching.

Stretching, you say? Yes, and we know this sounds too easy to be the answer, but the reality is that most people don’t stretch the correct muscles, whether they exercise or not. Most people do not stretch their hips, which commonly cause knee pain. Your knees typically give you some warning that your hips need to be stretched, for instance, the pain. This is why you should do the following stretches every day.

Half Moon Stretch

Stand up straight and cross your right leg over your left, with your feet right next to each other. Place your left hand on your left hip and reach your right arm up and over your head. Your body should be curved like a half moon. Hold this stretch for about 30 seconds and repeat on the other side.

Butterfly Stretch

Pop a squat and sit with your back straight, feet in front of you with your soles touching. Your knees should be out to the sides. Gently push your knees down toward the floor until you feel a stretch. Don’t hurt yourself. Hold it this stretch for one minute.

Half Butterfly

Remain sitting down with your palms behind you, but raise your knees and place your feet flat on the ground in front of you. Raise your left foot and put it on your right knee, your left knee making a half butterfly to the side. Hold this pose for 30 seconds and then repeat on the other side.

Pigeon Pose

Start on all fours just like you did in the previous pose. Slide your right knee forward and angle it out slightly; the outside of your right thigh should be on the ground. Extend your left leg back until it is straight, making sure to keep your hips square. Hold yourself up straight and remain in this pose for about 30 seconds. If you feel flexible enough, lay down on your right leg. Repeat this on the other side.

In addition to these stretches, you should also stretch your calves. Doing these stretches once a day is going to help you. If you do them five times a day, they will really help you. Do these stretches and let us know how your knees feel.

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Knee pain does not discriminate against gender, race, or age. It is evil in that way. Some people don’t have to deal with knee pain, while others are affected by it. The pain one experiences typically stems from the inside of the joint, but one may feel it on the kneecap or sides of the joint. Depending on the severity of the pain, you may be able to naturally remedy it.

Causes of Knee Pain

• Injuries that happen to the knee(s) during sports or recreational activities. These injuries can include a torn meniscus, knee dislocation, torn tendons, or fractures in the leg.
• Age
• Diseases like arthritis or osteoporosis

Home Remedies

When you have knee pain, you may find it hard to go about your day without experiencing pain. Walking, exercising, and even stretching can be painful. Rather than suffering through the pain, try out these natural remedies that won’t cost you an arm and a leg. It might gain you a leg back. Ha!

Turmeric

Turmeric has some amazing anti-inflammatory properties that can help decrease joint inflammation. These properties work to address pain in the inner and outer knee. Take 1.5 tablespoons of turmeric and mix it with 1.5 tablespoons of grated ginger, 1 teaspoon of raw honey, and 1 cup of water. Boil this mixture for 10 minutes, strain it, and then drink it once it is palatable.

Lemon

Lemons help to fight free radicals in the body, but the citric acid in them helps to get rid of uric acid crystals, which can cause arthritis. You can use lemons as a natural remedy if arthritis is the cause. Cut one lemon into slices and tie the pieces in a cheesecloth. Dip the lemon bundle in ½ cup of sesame oil for a couple minutes before applying it to the affected area. Massage this into your knee for 10 minutes twice daily.

Ice Pack

When you have a bone break or tear in the body, you need to ice the area as much as possible. Icing the knee, in this case, helps decrease inflammation in the joint, which helps the cartilage heal more efficiently.

Juniper Berry Tea

If your knee pain is caused by arthritis, juniper berry tea can help remedy the pain by reducing swelling and inflammation around the knee joint. All you need is 1 tablespoon of dried juniper berries, 1 cup of water, and agave or stevia to taste. Boil the water and pour it over the berries. Let it steep for about 15 minutes. Strain the berries and drink while it is warm.

Apple Cider Vinegar

Apple cider vinegar has an alkalizing effect on the body, helping to cleanse the body of toxins. It also helps to lubricate the joints, which increases mobility, and it can help reduce overall pain. You can take a hot bath with 2 cups of apple cider vinegar. Sit on the edge of the bathtub and soak your legs in the mixture. You can also mix 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar with 1 cup of alkaline water. Drink this every day to get rid of knee pain.

Dandelion Leaves

Rich in vitamins A and C, dandelion leaves can help to increase blood circulation and regulate tissue function in the knees. Make a tea with 3 tablespoons of powdered dandelion leaves and 1 cup of water. Boil the water with the powder for 10 minutes. Remove from the heat and add stevia or raw honey to taste. You can drink this up to three times a week.

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