Osteoarthritis: The HIDDEN Danger

By Jack Taylor Posted June 20, 2021

Dear Turapür Today Reader, 

Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis and the PAIN comes in all shapes, sizes, and places! 

It can target the joints in your hands… back… knees… and hips. 

And if you live with osteoarthritis, you already know that some days even the simplest of tasks can be grueling!  

As if living with the pain and discomfort of osteoarthritis wasn’t enough of a battle, researchers have uncovered another, HIDDEN danger of the painful joint disease… a danger that goes way beyond aches and pains.   

According to a new research study out of Taiwan, older adults suffering from osteoarthritis are also at a much HIGHER risk of developing Parkinson’s disease! 

Parkinson’s is a debilitating neurological disorder that causes nerve cells in the brain which control movement to break down and die due to oxidative stress. Parkinson’s often leads to impaired movement, stiffness, loss of balance, and uncontrollable tremors in their hands and slurred speech which worsens with age. 

But how does osteoarthritis make you more at risk for Parkinson’s? 

According to the study, the link boils down to INFLAMMATION. 

Remember, arthritis of any kind (including osteoarthritis) is caused by inflammation. Inflammation not only can cause serious damage and immobility to your joints, but chronic inflammation can also lead to toxic particles traveling through the bloodstream to your brain… which can increase the chances of Parkinson’s. 

Okay, so it’s no secret that your osteoarthritis isn’t just going to magically disappear overnight. So, what can you do? 

The single best thing you can do for your joint pain – and to lessen your odds of developing Parkinson’s – is to STAY ACTIVE.  

It’s widely known that staying active and moving is one of the single best ways to keep your joints healthy, and the neurons in your brain functioning at their best.  

And there’s no need to go out and start running multiple miles a day, or lifting heavy weights to reap the rewards. 

Simple movements like stretching, walking, playing golf, and even tai chi are all great, low-impact movement that are great for your joints – and your mind! 

You can also protect your joints and stave off inflammation with glucosamine. Studies have found that glucosamine can help to slow down the progression of osteoarthritis. Glucosamine helps slows down narrowing of the joint space, which is a critical marker of the condition getting worse. 

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Regards,  

Jack Taylor  
Department of Research, Turapür Products