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Muscles and joints
You often don't think about it when you pick up a cup or walk up the stairs, but supple muscles and joints are not a given. It is important to keep your muscles and joints healthy. Even at a young age, you may experience sore muscles and joints. In addition, various conditions such as osteoarthritis, fibromyalgia and rheumatism cause a lot of pain. Some people experience temporary muscle pain due to a sports injury, for example.
In this article you will find out how to keep sore muscles and joints supple, what kind of complaints can arise and which products are available to take care of your muscles and joints.
A healthy lifestyle with regular exercise helps keep your muscles and joints supple. When you exercise, you ensure that your muscles around the joints stay strong and keep cartilage supple.
To keep muscles and joints supple you can, for example:
In addition, sufficient exercise is also good for your resistance and mental well-being.
Many places offer exercise in (warm) water, sometimes under the guidance of a physiotherapist. If normal exercise is difficult for you, this can be a good alternative. Warm water is also relaxing for your joints and muscles.
Being overweight plays an important role in joint pain. Your knees have a lot to endure while walking. When you climb stairs, for example, the force on your knee is two to three times your body weight. The best thing, of course, is to prevent your muscles and joints from suffering later in life. A healthy weight contributes to this.
Nowadays, more and more people are suffering from sore or stiff muscles and joints. There are several causes that cause these complaints:
Getting older affects your muscles and joints. Your muscles lose strength and your joints become stiffer. Sufficient exercise keeps your joints and muscles supple. If you already have complaints, you may reduce them with exercise.
Overexertion occurs, for example, due to being overweight or repetitive movements.
Examples include a sore hip or RSI (Repetitive Strain Injury).
Your joints can inflame; well-known examples are gout and rheumatism. About 2 million Dutch people have rheumatism.
The movement of the bones is less smooth and causes joint pain. 1.1 million Dutch people have osteoarthritis. There are several risk factors for developing osteoarthritis such as:
Research shows that if you are obese and have osteoarthritis pain in your knees, you can have results if you lose 5.1 kilos.
Besides well-known inflammatory diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis, there is also fibromyalgia. This is also known as soft tissue rheumatism. With fibromyalgia, you often have chronic pain, not your joints, but your muscles and connective tissue are the culprit. Fibromyalgia is not inflammation.
Muscle cramps can be a symptom of magnesium deficiency. This too does not feel pleasant in your muscles. You can supplement such a magnesium deficiency by taking supplements or taking a bath with magnesium. Muscle complaints of a temporary nature are also possible, such as a sprain or sports injury. If you have a medical condition, always consult a doctor about the best treatment.
Another common deficiency is vitamin deficiency. Common deficiencies in muscle and joint complaints are vitamin B12 and vitamin D.
If you don't get enough vitamin B12, certain systems in your body may not work as well as red blood cell production. A vitamin B12 deficiency can cause joint complaints. Vitamin B12 is obtained from animal products, for instance. You can supplement the deficiency by having vitamin B12 injections injected through your GP. Various supplements containing vitamin B12 are also available, such as vitamin pills.
Vitamin D is important for your muscles and bones. If you don't get enough vitamin D, you may experience pain in your muscles and joints. Vitamin D has an important role in absorbing calcium from food. Vitamin D is useful for your muscle function. Among other things, you get vitamin D from sunlight and food. There are also supplements that contain vitamin D.
If you experience a lot of stress, sometimes you also suffer from stiff or sore muscles. There are some solutions that are stress-relieving:
Nowadays, there are various ways and remedies that make having stiff muscles and joints a little more bearable and with which you take care of these aching muscles. Generally, these products and remedies are easily available. These include:
In the following paragraphs, you will learn more about these products and how they work.
A cream for sore joints and muscles can be used for stiff, aching muscles, a stiff neck and sometimes a sports injury. You smear a little cream on the sore spot so that the cream relieves the pain. An advantage of these creams is that they usually also have a caring, restorative effect. Sometimes the smeared area feels a little warm, this can be a drawback for some people. A popular cream that we sell a lot is Sustafix.
There are several gels for muscles and joints in circulation. Some of these gels contain a small amount of anti-inflammatory to relieve pain. There are also gels that have a cooling effect. You smear a small amount of gel on the painful area and let it soak in for a while. You use this gel for supple joints and relaxed muscles. An advantage of these kinds of gels is that they are widely available. Sometimes these gels have a strong smell, this can be seen as a disadvantage. We have several gels in our range including Hondrox. This gel is very popular.
A healthy lifestyle includes proper nutrition for muscles and joints. There are several foods that contribute positively to this such as:
By eating oily fish like salmon, you get Omega 3 fatty acids. This way, you easily fulfil your Omega 3 requirement.
Plant-based diets are also said to have a positive impact on joint problems such as rheumatism and osteoarthritis, according to several studies. In a plant-based diet, you do not eat animal products such as dairy, meat and eggs. The advantage of eating healthy food is that it has a positive effect on your whole body. However, many people sometimes find it difficult to gauge whether they are eating enough healthy food. Nowadays, there are several apps where you can keep track of what food you take in.
According to an article written by a doctor, there are also food products that have a bad impact on your aching muscles and joints such as:
So if you are suffering from your joints and stiff muscles, it is important to take a close look at whether you are getting the right nutrients and which products are better left out.
Besides healthy foods, there are other natural remedies you can take for relieving pain, for example by drinking ginger drink. In addition, blackcurrant leaf is said to be anti-inflammatory.
A natural remedy for aching muscles and joints is aromatherapy. You then use essential oils that you massage into your skin or drip into a warm bath. Aromatherapy is also said to help well with stress complaints. Various scents are available such as:
Each scent has its own effect, so check carefully beforehand whether the scent of your choice is suitable for the purpose you want to use the oil for. Lavender, for example, is for relaxation and eucalyptus for cooling. These scents are generally quite easily available, which is an advantage, however, some scents are rather strong, which can be perceived as a disadvantage.
A supplement for muscles and joints is sometimes a good addition to your diet. The advantage of taking supplements is that it is quick and easy. They are also freely available. For example, you can think of a supplement with magnesium, which promotes muscle relaxation, or vitamin pills. There are also supplements that contain multiple ingredients such as calcium and zinc. Supplements are often not cheap, this can be a disadvantage.
Disclaimer: muscle supplements such as creams and gels are not a panacea - as there is no such thing. It can help you, but always make sure you use supplements responsibly and informed. When in doubt, consult a doctor.
Slimminglabs offers several supported products for sore muscles and joints:
Slimminglabs recommends reading the leaflet of all products carefully and testing creams and gels on a small area 48 hours before use.
What is best for you depends on exactly what symptoms you have. A sports injury requires a different approach than an inflammatory condition such as rheumatism. Generally speaking, keeping your muscles and joints supple means getting enough exercise. For example, with walking, yoga or cycling. It is very annoying when you experience a lot of pain due to stiff muscles and joints. There are several ways to make this pain a little more bearable. For instance, you can ensure a healthy lifestyle with enough exercise and the right foods. There are also various creams, gels and other supplements available to help you relieve the pain. It is best to test a small amount of gel on, say, the inner forearm 48 hours before use. Then, if no rash or irritation is noticeable, apply the gel to the sore areas two to three times a day. There are several ingredients good for muscles and joints. These include
magnesium, vitamin C, vitamin D, calcium and omega 3. Examples of foods
that contain these ingredients are salmon (vitamin D and omega 3), citrus fruits such as
orange (vitamin C) and milk (magnesium and calcium). There are several supplements that target muscles and joints. For sore spots, for example, you can opt for a cream; if you have a sports injury, then a gel might be more suitable. If you want to use something that is also for your bones, you can take a nutritional supplement.
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A healthy body is high on the priority list for many people. Some put everything into it, while others may pay less attention to it. But one thing is certain: almost everyone strives for a healthy weight. One person may want to lose some fat, while another wants to gain muscle. However, the question of many people is: “can you lose weight and build muscle at the same time?” In this blog we answer this question.
We often forget to train our back because we cannot see it directly in the mirror. However, it is important to pay attention to training your back muscles. By regularly doing back exercises, you not only improve your posture, stability and coordination, but you also gain more strength and a more muscular body. Moreover, this reduces the risk of injuries and back pain. And the good news is that you can easily perform these exercises at home, so you don't have to leave the house and take out an expensive gym membership!
In this blog we give you various exercises to train your back muscles at home!
Do you want to grow your muscles? Then it is important to train regularly. Unfortunately, what many people go wrong with is not taking enough time to recover. Because did you know that giving your muscles rest and recovery after exercise is at least as important as the training itself? During this time, your muscles not only recover, they also become stronger. Want to know more about promoting your muscle recovery? We will tell you more about it in this blog.
Hot flashes, sleep problems and night sweats: you probably recognize it when you are going through menopause. But in addition to these complaints, do you often suffer from stiff or painful muscles? Then you are not alone! Experiencing stiff muscles during menopause is a common complaint. During menopause you are more sensitive to muscle tension. Super annoying of course!
Fortunately, there are ways in which you can reduce these menopausal symptoms. In this blog we will tell you how to tackle these stiff and painful muscles, because you naturally want to get through the transition as comfortably as possible.
Do you regularly suffer from stiff or painful muscles due to stress? Then unfortunately you are not the only one. Muscle pain due to stress is a common problem. Not surprising, because when you are stressed, your body prepares itself to take action and your muscles tense. When you are in 'stress mode' for a longer period of time, this leads to constant tension in your muscles. This ultimately causes you to experience muscle pain as a result of stress. Super annoying of course, but fortunately there are several things you can do to relieve muscle pain due to stress. In this blog we tell you what stress does to your muscles and how you can tackle this problem.
Many people with rheumatism and other joint disorders will recognize it: joints that become stiffer and more painful when it gets cold, starts to rain or thunderstorms approach. In warm weather, the joint pain seems to decrease again. It is even said that these people, because of their sensitivity, can predict bad weather.
In this blog we will tell you more about joint pain when the weather changes and we will give you a number of tips that can help you reduce painful joints caused by the cold.
Anyone can get painful joints. This is not just due to illness or old age, for example; there may be other underlying causes. To do what to do about joint pain, it is a good idea to first find out whether it is really painful joints. Is this the case? Then it is important to find out what exactly is causing it. Joint pain can be recognised by several characteristics. For instance, persistent pain, but also stiffness, swelling, redness and/or a feeling of warmth around the affected joints. The pain may be mild, but also nagging or sharp.
As you get older, you may experience painful joints. This pain is the result of the decrease in collagen. Collagen plays an important role in maintaining the health and function of cartilage in the joints. A decrease in collagen can result in cartilage wear, which can then cause annoying pain and can even hinder you from performing daily activities. In this blog we will tell you more about the benefits of collagen for joints and how it can contribute to reducing joint pain.
We all suffer from stiffness from time to time. And it certainly isn't nice! It can even be very hampering, for instance while carrying out daily activities. Fortunately, there are many different and simple exercises for supple muscles. In this blog we share five effective exercises to loosen up stiff muscles.
We often think that getting older means that we get stiff muscles and joints, but this does not have to be the case. A healthy diet can help keep muscles and joints flexible, even as we get older. In this blog you can read which vitamins and minerals are important and in which foods you can find them.
