Sciatica is a type of lower back pain indicated by
pain that radiates down the buttock, and often reaches as far down as below the knee, normally on only one side. The pain follows the
path of the sciatic nerve, which is the longest nerve in the human body, which connects the spinal cord with the leg
and foot. Sciatica may be caused by hemiation, nipture, of one of the intervertebral disks. These are pads composed of a firm outer layer surrounding softer material. They sit between individual vertebrae in the spine. When a disk
herniates, the outer layer ruptures and the interior of the disk bulges out of it, which
in turn can irritate nerves at the site of the bulge. Sciatica can also be caused by
arthritis of the vertebral joints; inflammation at the spot where the bones of the pelvis join together, known as
sacroilitis; scarring of the spinal canal in the area through which the nerves pass; and even external pressure on the lower back
or buttock, a condition sometimes called “wallet sciatica”.
Poor bowel movements can make sciatica and its pain worse.
| Nutrient /
Supplement |
Importance
( 1 - 10 ) |
Helpful notes |
| Multi-vitamin
and Mineral supplement |
10 |
a good natural multi-vitamin
supplement helps to balance all body systems and promotes healthy nerves and nervous system. The
nutrients found in this supplement are required for general
good health and well being. |
| Calcium |
9 |
this mineral helps
people with sciatica to relax back muscles which
impact or effect the sciatic nerve. |
| Magnesium |
9 |
this mineral works with calcium |
| Omega Fatty Acids |
9 |
combats inflammation and helps with rheumatoid arthritis
and related type problems |
| Bioflavonoids |
9 |
they protect the body and
help to
moderate inflammatory responses by the body of a person with sciatica.
Supplements made from fruits and vegetables are a
good source of bioflavonoids. Many people today due to poor diet
are not getting enough of these for good health. |
| Tumeric |
8 |
herb that helps with inflammation related to
arthritis, sciatica, and especially
osteoarthritis. |
| Ginger |
7 |
this herb aids with
body circulation |
Other Changes To Make
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drink 6-8 glasses of steam distilled or
filtered water a day
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eat 50% raw fruits and vegetables (organic is best)
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nuts, seeds, and whole grains are good
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juice is good (make your
own with a juice machine)
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do not worry as much about calories as eating the right foods
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carrot and celery sticks are good to use as a snack
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a colon cleansing can be very helpful - (do several times each year)
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do not drink coffee, alcohol, soda pop, other junk food drinks
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do not eat processed foods white sugar, white flour, etc...
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use stress relief like going for walks in the park
(or the 10/90 rule - see
Stress)
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brown rice is good to eat
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avoid red meat and animal fats
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reduce dairy products cheese, milk, and others
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fast a few days a month
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get at least 8 hours of sleep
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exercise light to moderate amounts
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avoid artificial sweeteners like Aspartame and NutraSweet
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do not smoke and avoid second hand smoke
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do not skip meals - just eat better and not as much at each meal
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do not chew gum - it can cause you to feel hungry
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do not watch too much TV try reading a book or something else
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