Joint Happiness

You can tango till you’re 80. or do any dance you want for that matter. It’s all about making sure your joints keep up with your moves. The joints in your body are responsible for nearly every move you make. Follow these simple steps and your body will thank you for it.

Drink your water

Dehydration causes inflammation in your joints, so make sure you have enough liquids. Drink half your body weight in ounces. If you are 140 pounds (or 64kgs). drink 70 ounces (or 2 litres) of water a day.

Eating well

A healthy and balanced diet can help you build stronger bones that keeps you on your feet and helps you heal faster when you fall. Get plenty of calcium every day by eating yoghurt, broccoli and figs.

Get up and start moving

If you spend hours in front of a computer at work or on a couch watching Korean soaps at home, chances are you’re not moving enough. Leading a sedentary lifestyle can increase your risk of getting joint pain. Less movement means more stiffness in your joints. So exercise regularly, take short breaks at work and do some stretches. Better yet, go for short walks in the evening.

Joint boosters

Add these to your diet!

• Omega Gold Flax Seed Oil: Contains the fatty acid Omega-3 that has anti-inflammatory properties which helps to reduce swelling after an injury. Omega-3 also lubricates dry and worn out joints, thereby reducing stiffness and other movement aches and pains.
• ColostrumX: Contains Lactoferrin, a type of protein with powerful antibacterial, antiviral and antifungal goodness. It also has an anti-inflammatory compound that can relieve the symptoms of arthritis.
• Collasta: Contains collagen and astaxanthin. These powerful antioxidants with anti-inflammatory properties promote collagen synthesis that is essential for healthy joints.
• Vitamin C Complex: Contains 1000mg of Vitamin C with mega-potencies of bioflavonoids. The 100% natural vegetable micro-gel sustained-release system allows for 40% better utilisation rate. Vitamin C supports the absorption of collagen which helps maintain your joints and prevent free radical damage to your skin at the same time.
• Calcium Complex: Contains a special blend of calcium, boron with other vitamins and minerals that maximises the absorption of calcium giving you stronger and healthier bones. This means your bones will be able to support your bodyweight and keep joint damage away.

Build support

Exercising builds muscles. This is where the right kind of workout is crucial for both your health and your joints. Rebounding is an exercise that can boost muscular strength and build skeletal support. It’s even used in remedial exercises to heal joint and soft tissues injuries.

Straighten up!

Posture is everything. Sitting up correctly and knowing how to lift and carry heavy loads the right way is important. When lifting something, use your leg muscles, not your joints. Here’s a simple way to remember, "bend at the knees, lift with ease!"

Watch your weight

Keeping yourself trim is not just about vanity any more. Excessive weight can cause problems for your joints such as your knees, hips and back. All these parts support your body so it makes sense to lighten the load. Studies show that a loss of just 5kgs can greatly benefit your body and lessen any joint pains.