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How To Keep Your Bones And Joints Healthy During Winters

1 February

Much of the activities we undertake all day - walking, running, sitting, dancing, climbing up and down the stairs - all require that our bones and joints remain in great condition. Winters are particularly hard on our bones and joints, more so if you suffer from disorders such as arthritis. Vitamin D levels tend to drop in winter months due to low natural sunlight. This Vitamin D is very important for bone health. Our bodies cannot effectively absorb this vitamin from dietary sources and this causes deterioration of bones and joints in the winter months. Those who suffer from arthritis and similar conditions are prone to suffer from discomfort due to the restricted flow of blood to the bones and joints during the cold months. Low activity levels also increase toxic build up in the joints increasing inflammation. There is much, however, that can be done to keep your bones and joints in optimal health during the winter months. Focus on a healthy diet - Winters are usually a time for celebrations and festivities. This makes us overindulge when it comes to food but this is also the best time to find fresh vegetables and fruits and to focus on a healthy diet. Add fruits, salads, soups, seeds, dairy products, and eggs to your daily meal plans. Micronutrition for bone health – This is the season to ensure you get adequate Vitamin A, D, E, K and C. Most of these micronutrients come from milk and dairy products, eggs, spinach, broccoli, carrots, peas, and oranges. Stay active – Finding the motivation to get out of our cosy beds and heading out for a walk or a jog in the morning is indeed a difficult task. If it is too cold to go out, work out a yoga or an in-home exercise schedule. A regular exercise schedule will keep your joint and bones flexible and in good condition. Stay warm – Winters are time to protect your body from the harsh cold weather. It is important to stay warm and protected. This will prevent your joints from getting inflamed during the season. Doctors at CARE Hospitals recommend soaking in warm baths to relieve regular joint aches and muscle pains during the winter months. Take your supplements - You may want to talk to one of the best orthopaedic surgeons in your city about adding Vitamin D supplements if need be. If you are not getting an adequate amount of Omega 3 fatty acids from your diet, you may want to take supplements as well. If you suffer from arthritis or bone and joint disorders it is advised that you take recommended medication regularly. However, if things get uncomfortable you must consult one of the best orthopaedic doctors in Hyderabad or other major cities of the country for further treatment.

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