Natural foods to cure sciatica

Natural foods to cure sciatica are always a top concern for those suffering this pain. 

As you know, causes of inflammation causing sciatica can range from a bulging or herniated disc (putting pressure on the spinal nerves), constipation (a surprisingly high number of sciatica sufferers manage to alleviate their pain by altering their diets to avoid constipation that they didn’t realise they had), nutrient deficiencies, infections, diabetes, thyroid disease, metabolism imbalances, gout, alcohol, direct injury-trauma and also stress.You can learn more information about the causes and treatments for sciatica at this link.

Stress is cause of sciatica

What can you do with your diet to control sciatica?

The results will not be immediate if food is the reason for your sciatica. You need to be committed and stick to your dietary changes for at least two weeks before you can assess the results.

There are foods that cause and worsen nerve pain and some that cure and help. I’ve started on a new diet that seems simple and inexpensive. This diet is low in meat and poultry and free of artificial sweeteners and preservatives, all which can worsen nerve pain. My new diet is high in vitamin C, omega 3 fatty acids and B12, all known to provide nerve pain relief and even reverse damage.

What Foods Are Good for Sciatica? 

Natural foods to cure sciatica - Use natural treatments to reduce inflammation

These natural foods should be used:

• Moderate amounts of grass fed beef. Fresh pineapple, berries of all sorts are anti-inflammatory aid healing and also enhance the immune system.
• Oily fish such as salmon, sardines, herrings and mackerel, and halibut rich in omega 3 fatty acids.
• 2 – 3 cups of green tea per day with its fabulous anti-oxidant properties
• Turmeric, garlic, ginger
• The B vitamins are highly important:
• They can be found in green peas, spinach, navy beans, nuts, pinto beans, bananas, sweet potatoes... Whole grain fortified cereals and breads, unpolished rice and legumes. 
• Foods rich in Vitamins A such as dairy products - milk, cheese and yogurt, carrots, dark green leafy vegetables, orange-coloured fruits.The beta carotene that helps the formation of vitamin A in the body can be found in general orange or yellow fruits and vegetables.
• Vitamin C is found in fruits, especially citrus, regular and sweet potatoes, cabbage, spinach broccoli, tomatoes, and green and yellow vegetables.
• Vitamin K sources such as broccoli and spinach, alfalfa, vegetable oils and cereals.
• Drink plenty of water. Water is so important to nerve health! Water is a great detergent and helps reduce inflammation. Your body needs adequate water to function at an optimum level. Adults need between 1.5 – 3 litres a day.

What foods help heal a sciatica?

Other tips

If your sciatica is not food related be sure to see a doctor to investigate the other possible causes. Take steps to improve your posture and strengthen your core muscles to prevent recurrences of your sciatica.
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