Back pain will affect 80% of the population at some point in their lives.
It is the most common reason for missed work and the second highest reason for visiting the doctor.
There is some simple changes in your diet that can help ease your pain along with the proper exercise.
It is really important that you eat plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables.
Pineapple helps decrease inflammation.
Be sure to eat bright colored vegetables and also dark leafy greens.
Also eat at least 2 portions of fish a week.
Wild salmon is a good choice.
Eat plenty of lean poultry and beef.
Nuts, legumes, and seeds are a good choice for a healthy snack.
Some things that you can add while cooking are turmeric and ginger.
They are good anti-inflammatory herbs.
Green tea is also good to drink.
Garlic is also good for curing whatever ails you.
Use olive oil for cooking instead of vegetable oil or butter.
Some supplements that have been known to help back pain are vitamin D, folic acid, glucosamine and chondroitin and calcium.
One of the most important things is to drink plenty of water.
At least 8-10 glasses a day.
Spinal discs are hydraulic and made of 80% water.
If we don't drink enough, the body will take water from discs making them brittle.
Any kind of exercise along with a good diet will definitely help your back.
Even if you just walk a little bit every day.
The best thing would be to do stretches and strength training specific to your back muscles.
I know how miserable back pain can be, it's good to know that there are alternatives to taking drugs to mask the pain.
Not only will eating and exercise help your back, but it will be good for your whole body.