Don’t Let Back Pain Hold You Back

Choose the Right Foods

Eating a balanced diet means having the right amount and variety of vitamins and nutrients. This will help reduce back problems by nourishing the bones, muscles, and other structures in the spine. One of the most important of those elements is calcium, which you can get from a variety of healthy food choices and nutritional supplements.

Some of the foods that can help reduce back pain are carrots, beets, sweet potatoes, cherries, berries, grapes and red wine, pomegranate, and watermelon. There are herbs and spices such as basil, cinnamon, ginger, rosemary, garlic, curcumin, onions, oregano, and turmeric that have anti-inflammatory agents and can help reduce the pain as well.

Avoid processed foods, fast foods, and saturated fats as these foods fuel inflammation.

Drink Plenty of Water

Our entire body is comprised of about 60% to 70% water. This is why drinking water is critical to allow nutrients to travel to the major organs in the body. Staying hydrated also helps remove waste and helps protect joints and organs.

In order to nourish the spinal discs and help keep them healthy, make it a habit to drink at least 8 glasses of water daily. Intervertebral discs consist largely of water so keep your body well-hydrated if you wish to have a strong back.

Exercise Regularly

Getting enough exercise is not only critical for the back but for your overall wellbeing as well. Proper exercise helps back problems to heal more quickly and helps prevent a recurrence of the pain. Gentle, controlled exercise stimulates a flow of nutrients within the spine, which aids in the healing process. If you lack physical activity, the spinal discs are deprived of the nutrients they need to be functional. You can also consult a professional for a focused exercise program for your back pain treatment. Most back exercise programs include stretching, strengthening and low-impact aerobic exercise.

Avoid Smoking