Can Dhaniya Water Relieve Joint Pain? Let's Find Out

Are you suffering from annoying joint pain that refuses to go away? Bone problems in older age is the harsh truth of the life. And one cannot really surpass it, however, making some changes in your daily routine can help delay its onset. One change that you should definitely make is drinking coriander seeds water on an empty stomach. Yes, you read it right. Coriander aka Dhaniya are packed with the compounds linoleic acid and cineole which can treat joint inflammation, pain, and swelling.

According to a study published in the Indian Journal of Medical Research, it was found that coriander helps in reducing joint swelling. "Coriander produces a significant reduction in joint swelling and stops the release of those bio-chemicals from the body that lead to this swelling," Dr. YK Gupta, head of the department of pharmacology at AIIMS, was quoted as saying.

Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune condition that causes pain, inflammation, and stiffness in the joints. Not only joints, it can also impact our heart, lungs, eyes, skin and cause nerve disease. As per a study, 4 out of 10 Indian patients with RA had at least one comorbid condition in addition to RA.

This long-term disease mostly affects adults aged 45 to 64 years.According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 1 out of 4 suffer from arthritis. "Nearly two-thirds of people with arthritis are younger than 65. Arthritis is more common among women (26%) than men (19%) in every age group, and it affects members of all racial and ethnic groups. Arthritis is also more common among adults who are obese than among those who are normal weight or underweight."

Symptoms

If you are experiencing any of the following symptoms, you might be suffering from rheumatoid arthritis and should consult a doctor without wasting any minute.

• Pain
• Stiffness
• Swelling
• Redness
• Decreased range of motion
• Fever
• Dry or itchy eyes
• Difficulty sleeping

Causes

• Excessive weight gain that puts pressure on your knee and joints
• Previous injury
• Lack of exercise
• Inflammation
• Inadequate diet

Here's how you can prepare this magical concoction at home

Take 5 grams of coriander seeds, crush them and add them in 2 glass of water. Let it sit for at least 6-7 hours or overnight. Next morning, strain the water and drink this magical concoction on an empty stomach.

Disclaimer: All content, including tips and suggestions, is entirely based on research and data available on the internet. So, it is advised to not to construe it as professional medical advice and consult a doctor before making any changes in your diet.

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