Gilbert Lowe offers the following royalty-free article for you to publish online or in print. Feel free to use this article in your newsletter, website, ezine, blog, or forum. ----------- PUBLICATION GUIDELINES - You have permission to publish this article for free providing the "About the Author" box is included in its entirety. - Do not post/reprint this article in any site or publication that contains hate, violence, porn, warez, or supports illegal activity. - Do not use this article in violation of the US CAN-SPAM Act. If sent by email, this article must be delivered to opt-in subscribers only. - If you publish this article in a format that supports linking, please ensure that all URLs and email addresses are active links. - Please send a copy of the publication, or an email indicating the URL to [email protected] - Article Marketer (www.ArticleMarketer.com) has distributed this article on behalf of the author. Article Marketer does not own this article, please respect the author's copyright and publication guidelines. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use this article. ----------- Article Title: What are the Osteoarthritis Statistics? Author: Gilbert Lowe Category: Diseases and Conditions Word Count: 446 Keywords: osteoarthritis statistics, osteoarthritis, chronic disease prevention Author's Email Address: [email protected] Article Source: http://www.articlemarketer.com ------------------ ARTICLE START ------------------
According to the CDC, (National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion) an estimated 27 million Americans have been diagnosed with osteoarthritis in 2005. As people continue to live longer, the percentage of individuals diagnosed will also increase. Fortunately, you do not have to be a member of the growing population included in the osteoarthritis statistics. Although osteoarthritis statistics are very real numbers representing very real people, there are things people can do, in order to prevent being added to the list. However, like anything else worthwhile, it may be easier said than done. Many people will not like the answer, because it includes: * Maintaining a healthy weight * Exercise * Avoid injury to the joints With 50% of Americans considered overweight, many may resign themselves to being diagnosed with osteoarthritis in the future. However, for those who seriously want to have a good quality of life, for as long as possible, it is imperative on many levels to maintain a healthy weight. Not only will it help prevent the onset of osteoarthritis, it is essential for good heart heath reducing potential for diabetes, and so much more. The key is to change lifestyle and not simply go on a diet. Diets do not work. Even though the weight is lost, as soon as people quit "dieting", the weight returns. Sometimes, a few extra pounds are included for good measure. Ouch! Instead, it is necessary to maintain a lifelong plan to eat healthier and avoid the foods promoting weight gain and other complications. Exercise goes hand-in-hand with the change to healthier eating. Individuals do not have to join a gym or pay a trainer to maintain an exercise program. Walking is great. Take the dog, take a friend, and simply start by walking. Then, consider other exercises to improve cardiovascular health and muscle strength. All efforts will decrease the odds of becoming a member of osteoarthritis statistics. Unfortunately, the most difficult on the list may be to avoid injury to the joints. Many people have occupations that are not kind to the bones and the cartilage between them. However, when possible, avoid activities knowingly associated with undo pressure on the joints. For example, being a weight lifting champion may be great for the accolades, but it can be devastating to the joints, increasing the wear and tear on that all-important cartilage cushion. In short, the membership in the osteoarthritis statistics is definitely growing. But, your name does not have to be included. You can make the effort to prevent the onset of the disease and be healthier, all the way around, in the process. Gilbert Lowe has been dealing with arthritis for more than 40 years. You can see how he conquered osteoarthritis pain at http://www.osteoarthritis-conquered.com ------------------ ARTICLE END ------------------ [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
