When calcium in the body decreases, it also affects the nerves, as a result of which numbness and pain are felt in the hands and feet. The ways to solve these are as follows:
1. Calcium-rich foods
The safest way is to increase calcium through food.
Dairy products: Milk, yogurt and paneer contain a lot of calcium.
Ragi (Finger Millet): Ragi has 30 times more calcium than rice. Eating ragi in pieces or as putta will strengthen the bones.
Sesame Seeds: This is a storehouse of calcium. Eating a spoonful of sesame seeds daily will increase the calcium level in the body.
Leafy vegetables: Include drumstick leaves and spinach in the diet.
2. Importance of Vitamin D
Vitamin D is essential for the body to absorb the calcium in the food we eat. For this, make it a habit to expose yourself to the sun for 15 minutes every day. If vitamin D is low, no matter how much calcium you consume, you will not get results.
3. ‘B vitamins’ to reduce stiffness
Foods containing vitamin B12 (eggs, milk, fish) can help reduce stiffness in the limbs. This improves the health of the nerves.
4. Turmeric and ginger to reduce swelling
Turmeric is a natural way to reduce swelling and pain in the body.
Turmeric milk: Drinking a glass of hot milk mixed with a little turmeric powder and black pepper before going to bed at night will help reduce pain and swelling.
5. Application of salt in warm water
Washing the swollen areas with a little Epsom salt or rock salt in warm water will provide relief to the muscles and reduce swelling.
3 things to keep in mind:
Avoid excessive coffee: Drinking too much coffee and tea can cause calcium loss from the body.
Exercise: Take a light walk every day to increase bone strength.
Water: Drink plenty of water to reduce muscle tension