If you deal with ongoing joint pain, you have plenty of options for relief. There are standard NSAIDs and COX-2 inhibitors, and there are mechanical options like massage and acupuncture. But what if you don't want to take a medication with possible side effects or spend hours every week in a treatment center? Then, you should look into natural supplements for joint support. There are actually quite a few options to explore, including the following.

Turmeric

Turmeric is that yellow-orange seasoning you may already have in your kitchen cabinet. It actually has a lot of therapeutic benefits because it contains a substance called curcumin, which is known to help relieve inflammation. Most joint pain is due to either arthritis or an old injury, both of which cause inflammation. By alleviating the inflammation, you help alleviate the pain. You can take turmeric capsules two or three times per day for ongoing relief. 

Green Tea

Green tea is a nice supplement to use for joint pain relief because you can just sip it as you go about your day. It has a few different compounds in it that can help ease pain and inflammation. It can also help you relax, which may make your joint pain less severe. Anxious, tight muscles make joint pain worse! For best results, make sure you use a high-quality tea. One that comes in whole, loose leaves is a better choice than a bagged one.

Stinging Nettle

While you don't want to come upon stinging nettle plants in the wild — they can cause skin rashes and sores — taking this herb orally can be very good for joint pain. The plant is cooked before being put into supplement capsules. This renders its toxins non-toxic but leaves the therapeutic chemicals intact. Stinging nettle is really good at alleviating swelling and joint pain, and it may also have some protective qualities, meaning that it can keep arthritis from getting worse.

Devil's Claw

Devil's claw is an herb that is particularly helpful for arthritis pain and may work for other types of joint pain, too. It is related to the plant that produces sesame seeds, and some think it even tastes a little like sesame. Still, the easiest way to consume it is in the form of supplement capsules.

The natural supplements above are all good ones to try for joint pain relief. You can also look for pre-formulated supplements that contain several of these and other natural ingredients blended together. For more information about taking natural joint support supplements, contact a local professional in natural health care.