use of tumeric as an alternative to NSAIDS
I just wanted to mention that I've been taking tumeric capsules twice a day for about a month now in an attempt to help my back pain. Tumeric is supposed to have natural anti-inflammatory properties and to be a safe alternative to NSAIDS. Keep in mind it's not something that works like Advil or Motrin, you can't take it when you have a headache and have it relieve the pain in 20 minutes. It's supposed to take a couple weeks to start to have an effect and is supposed to be useful for chronic inflammation. That would make it a good option for people with conditions like arthritis.
Well, I've been taking it for about a month, and while I still have back problems, my back is much better. I think that is due in part to having my service dog now, so I do a lot less bending and lifting. But I suspect the tumeric is helping, as well. Just thought I'd mention it in case anyone else wanted to give it a try.
Kelly
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Hey, I will try anything that might help the swelling in my knees (especially now that winter has truly arrived in Ohio)! Did you have to go to a health food store to find it?
Lora
14 years out; 190 pounds lost, 165 pound loss maintained
You don't drown by falling in the water. You drown by staying there.
I ordered it from drugstore.com. Some brands are really expensive but they Nature's bounty - I think that's the one - one sale at a reasonable price currently. I don't know if CVS or someplace like that would have it or not.
Kelly
Please note: I AM NOT A DOCTOR. If you want medical advice, talk to your doctor. Whatever I post, there is probably some surgeon or other health care provider somewhere that disagrees with me. If you want to know what your surgeon thinks, then ask him or her. Check out my blog.
Ummmm, I take that back. I won't be trying it. I found this caveat on the University of Maryland Medical Center website under possible interactions.
Diabetes Medications -- Turmeric may make the effects of these drugs stronger, increasing the risk of hypoglycemia (low blood sugar).
High 250/Consult Weight 245/Surgery 205/Now 109
Height 5'4.5" BMI 18.4
In maintenance since June 2009
Ah. Yeah, everybody should do their research before using herbal supplements.
Kelly
Please note: I AM NOT A DOCTOR. If you want medical advice, talk to your doctor. Whatever I post, there is probably some surgeon or other health care provider somewhere that disagrees with me. If you want to know what your surgeon thinks, then ask him or her. Check out my blog.
I used that for a while, but stopped before I saw any improvement. Thanks for the reminder. Turmeric also supposedly helps indigestion, infections, and helps prevent blood clots. It can give you a sunless tan, too.
from U. of Maryland Medical Center:
The following are doses recommended for adults:
- Cut root: 1.5 - 3 g per day
- Dried, powdered root: 1 - 3 g per day
- Standardized powder (curcumin): 400 - 600 mg, 3 times per day
- Fluid extract (1:1) 30 - 90 drops a day
- Tincture (1:2): 15 - 30 drops, 4 times per day
Source: http://www.umm.edu/altmed/articles/turmeric-000277.htm#ixzz2 GMX1adhP
Rats. Looks like it is out for me, too, especially after my two coumadin-related bleeding incidents:
Blood-thinning Medications -- Turmeric may make the effects of these drugs stronger, raising the risk of bleeding. Blood-thinners include warfarin (Coumadin), clopidogrel (Plavix), and aspirin, among others.
Source: http://www.umm.edu/altmed/articles/turmeric-000277.htm#ixzz2 GN2AyQXF Lora
14 years out; 190 pounds lost, 165 pound loss maintained
You don't drown by falling in the water. You drown by staying there.
