With some injuries and some diseases the inflammation does not go away. This is considered arthritis.

There are more than 100 kinds of arthritis, with many different possible causes. Osteoarthritis is the most common variety of arthritis seen in the United States. This arthritis results from years of accumulated "wear and tear" on joints and tends to occur in the elderly in commonly used joints such as hips, knees, and finger joints.

Autoimmune disorders, such as rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, and scleroderma, can cause arthritis as well. In these diseases, something the immune system is confused, which then attacks healthy parts of the body such as joints.

In Arthritis it is important to ensure that the body is getting all of nutrients it needs.

Consider taking supplements of Essential Fatty Acids (EFA’s) to help the condition. Try to obtain supplies that contain both Parent Omega 3 and Parent Omega 6 in combination. If this is difficult for you to obtain try using regular Fish Oil products, even though these usually only contain Omega 3.

EFA’s are known to supply the essential building blocks for a healthy body.

When considering the diet some suggest it is best to eat so-called ‘low acid’ foods such as salads, sprouts and raw vegetables. Try this for yourself to see if it helps the sufferer (we are all individuals and need to find what works best for us)

For relief of arthritic pains eating Alfalfa sprouts or tablets or even a tea is reputed to help.