Chronic Back Pain Relief

Many people suffer from back problems. Whether you suffer from lower pack pain or muscle pain, backpain can be extremely debilitating, and it is often not easy to treat. Here are some foods you can add to your diet that can help with pain management.

Kale

Kale is capable of cooling your body's natural inflammatory response, making it a great pain killer. It can also work as an analgesic on your body's pain nerves. Eating leafy greens like kale on a regular basis can even help reduce your body's sensitivity to pain.

Water

Water is a great way to reduce pain anywhere in your body. Dehydration significantly increases your sensitivity to pain, and regular water drinking will flush out toxins as well as lubricate and cushion your joints.

Salmon

Salmon contains a healthy does of omega-3 fatty acids, which can suppress the production of cytokines and enzymes, decreasing inflammation and relieving your back. Eating wild salmon is an especially good way to get an omega-3 rich diet.


Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Extra Virgin Olive Oil, or EVOO, as it's commonly called, is an excellent source of healthy monounsaturated fats.  The antioxidant rich fats can protect the body against pain and inflammation thanks to polyphenols. Try substituting EVOO for butter in future recipes.

Pineapple

Vitamin C rich pineapple can slow the progression of pain and help to relieve it, thanks to the powerful dose of antioxidants that it contains. It also helps to protect your body from the effects of free radicals.

Curry

Curry contains tumeric, a spice that has been shown to suppress inflammatory chemicals. Studies suggest that tumeric may work in the same way as many pain medications. Try cooking it up with some healthy vegetables or lean protein.

Whole Grains

Whole grains are rich in selenium, an extremely powerful antioxidant. Selenium can help to fight off cell-damaging molecules that lead to back pain and is also a strong anti-inflammatory agent. Another great source of selenium is wheat germ.

Peppers

Brightly colored peppers are a wonderful way to add more vitamins and minerals into your diet that your body can use to heal and recover from whatever is causing your back pain. Vegetables like peppers also contain natural antioxidants.

Grapes

Grapes are a source of a plant-based compound called Resveratrol, which blocks cell inflammation. It's been shown to work in the same way as many pain relieving drugs, but has the added nutritional benefit.

Soy

A recent study tested the pain response of rats who were fed a diet rich and soy and found that their pain tolerance increased significantly. Soy works especially well for women who suffer from back pain.