Getting supplement savvy also means learning the lingo. Here is a short list of common terms you’ll encounter when using Arthritis Today’s Supplement Guide.
Clinical trials – Human studies
Cytokines – Chemicals produced by the body that trigger the inflammatory process; for example, C-reactive protein, interleukins, tumor necrosis factor (TNF)
DHA – Docosahexaenoic acid, an omega-3 fatty acid, found in fish oil
EPA – Eicosapentaenoic acid, an omega-3 fatty acid, found in fish oil
mcg – Microgram, a unit of measurement; 1/1000 of a milligram
mg – Milligram, a unit of measurement; 1/1000 of a gram
NSAIDs – Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
My recent "issue" came after an exhilirating weekend spent in W.VA. I "walked" the rolling hills ...nothing "heroic" ...but on Monday my knee was so swollen I could barely move my leg. I ended up in E.R. where they drained the fluid ...getting a remarkable "50 cc's" .... I'm in pain.
I met a new orhopedic dr. and I'm waiting on an MRI.
Bottom line ... if I need to get into shape, lose 40 pounds and get more energy ...how will that happen when every time I begin to engage I have a "blow out?"
I take Omeg 3s religiously ... any other suggestions?
Peace
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