As temperatures drop and the leaves change color, many people with arthritis experience a familiar and unwelcome uptick in joint pain, stiffness, and discomfort. If you’ve ever noticed that your arthritis flares up more during the fall and cold winter months, you’re not imagining things. But why exactly does this happen? Let's dig into the science behind these seasonal changes and what you can do to alleviate the symptoms when cooler weather strikes.
TRIGGERED ARTHRITIS PAIN
The Science Behind Fall and Winter
While the precise mechanisms are still being studied, several factors are believed to contribute to worsening arthritis symptoms during the fall and colder months:
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① CHANGES IN BAROMETRIC PRESSURE
One of the leading theories involves fluctuations in barometric (atmospheric) pressure, which can affect how tissues expand or contract. Low barometric pressure—common during the fall and winter—may cause joints and surrounding tissues to expand slightly. This expansion puts additional pressure on already sensitive joints, worsening pain and stiffness for arthritis sufferers.
A study in The Journal of Rheumatology backs this up, suggesting that a drop in barometric pressure correlates with increased joint pain in individuals with arthritis. When the weather turns colder and barometric pressure lowers, it creates an uncomfortable environment for inflamed joints.
② MUSCLE TIGHTENING
Cooler temperatures often cause muscles to contract in an attempt to conserve body heat. This natural response, while helpful for temperature regulation, can make muscles tighter and joints stiffer, adding to the discomfort arthritis sufferers already feel. Stiffness can lead to restricted mobility, making everyday activities more challenging and painful.
③ REDUCED BLOOD CIRCULATION
In colder climates, blood flow to the extremities is often reduced as the body works to maintain its core temperature. This decreased circulation can lead to slower healing, less efficient joint lubrication, and more inflammation in affected joints. For those with arthritis, this means increased pain and slower recovery from flare-ups.
④ SEASONAL LIFESTYLE CHANGES
In colder climates, blood flow to the extremities is often reduced as the body works to maintain its core temperature. This decreased circulation can lead to slower healing, less efficient joint lubrication, and more inflammation in affected joints. For those with arthritis, this means increased pain and slower recovery from flare-ups.
Managing Arthritis
During Fall and Winter
While you can’t control the weather, there are effective strategies to help manage arthritis symptoms and reduce pain during the fall and colder months.
Managing Arthritis
During Fall and Winter
While you can’t control the weather, there are effective strategies to help manage arthritis symptoms and reduce pain during the fall and colder months.
- STAY WARM
It may seem simple, but staying warm can make a significant difference in how your joints feel. Dress in layers, use heated blankets, and try heating pads or warm baths to relieve joint pain. Keeping your body temperature stable helps maintain muscle flexibility and reduces stiffness.
- KEEP MOVING
Even though it’s tempting to hibernate during the colder months, staying active is essential for managing arthritis. Gentle, low-impact exercises such as swimming, yoga, or indoor cycling help keep your joints flexible and muscles strong, reducing stiffness and pain. Daily stretching can also maintain joint mobility and prevent the muscles surrounding your joints from becoming tight.
- FOCUS ON ANTI-INFLAMMATORY FOODS
Your diet can play a huge role in reducing inflammation, particularly during fall and winter when inflammation-related pain may increase. Incorporate foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids, like salmon and flaxseeds, as well as antioxidant-packed leafy greens, berries, and turmeric. Avoid processed foods and sugars, which can trigger inflammation and worsen arthritis symptoms.
- SUPPLEMENT SUPPORT
For those needing extra support during the colder months, high-quality supplements can play a critical role. Marah Natural’s Recatril, featuring the unique SAC® formula, delivers ionic calcium directly to your bones while incorporating sulfur (MSM), which supports cartilage health and reduces inflammation. The result? A reduction in joint pain and enhanced joint mobility even in the coldest of seasons.
- PROTECT YOUR JOINTS
Wear supportive, comfortable footwear to cushion the impact on your knees and hips while walking, and consider using knee or elbow braces for extra joint support. This reduces the strain on your joints during fall and winter activities and helps prevent flare-ups.
- SUPPLEMENT SUPPORT
For those needing extra support during the colder months, high-quality supplements can play a critical role. Marah Natural’s Recatril, featuring the unique SAC® formula, delivers ionic calcium directly to your bones while incorporating sulfur (MSM), which supports cartilage health and reduces inflammation. The result? A reduction in joint pain and enhanced joint mobility even in the coldest of seasons.
- PROTECT YOUR JOINTS
Wear supportive, comfortable footwear to cushion the impact on your knees and hips while walking, and consider using knee or elbow braces for extra joint support. This reduces the strain on your joints during fall and winter activities and helps prevent flare-ups.
- SUPPLEMENT SUPPORT
For those needing extra support during the colder months, high-quality supplements can play a critical role. Marah Natural’s Recatril, featuring the unique SAC® formula, delivers ionic calcium directly to your bones while incorporating sulfur (MSM), which supports cartilage health and reduces inflammation. The result? A reduction in joint pain and enhanced joint mobility even in the coldest of seasons.
- PROTECT YOUR JOINTS
Wear supportive, comfortable footwear to cushion the impact on your knees and hips while walking, and consider using knee or elbow braces for extra joint support. This reduces the strain on your joints during fall and winter activities and helps prevent flare-ups.
- STAY WARM
It may seem simple, but staying warm can make a significant difference in how your joints feel. Dress in layers, use heated blankets, and try heating pads or warm baths to relieve joint pain. Keeping your body temperature stable helps maintain muscle flexibility and reduces stiffness.
- KEEP MOVING
Even though it’s tempting to hibernate during the colder months, staying active is essential for managing arthritis. Gentle, low-impact exercises such as swimming, yoga, or indoor cycling help keep your joints flexible and muscles strong, reducing stiffness and pain. Daily stretching can also maintain joint mobility and prevent the muscles surrounding your joints from becoming tight.
- FOCUS ON ANTI-INFLAMMATORY FOODS
Your diet can play a huge role in reducing inflammation, particularly during fall and winter when inflammation-related pain may increase. Incorporate foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids, like salmon and flaxseeds, as well as antioxidant-packed leafy greens, berries, and turmeric. Avoid processed foods and sugars, which can trigger inflammation and worsen arthritis symptoms.
- SUPPLEMENT SUPPORT
For those needing extra support during the colder months, high-quality supplements can play a critical role. Marah Natural’s Recatril, featuring the unique SAC® formula, delivers ionic calcium directly to your bones while incorporating sulfur (MSM), which supports cartilage health and reduces inflammation. The result? A reduction in joint pain and enhanced joint mobility even in the coldest of seasons.
- PROTECT YOUR JOINTS
Wear supportive, comfortable footwear to cushion the impact on your knees and hips while walking, and consider using knee or elbow braces for extra joint support. This reduces the strain on your joints during fall and winter activities and helps prevent flare-ups.
- SUPPLEMENT SUPPORT
For those needing extra support during the colder months, high-quality supplements can play a critical role. Marah Natural’s Recatril, featuring the unique SAC® formula, delivers ionic calcium directly to your bones while incorporating sulfur (MSM), which supports cartilage health and reduces inflammation. The result? A reduction in joint pain and enhanced joint mobility even in the coldest of seasons.
- PROTECT YOUR JOINTS
Wear supportive, comfortable footwear to cushion the impact on your knees and hips while walking, and consider using knee or elbow braces for extra joint support. This reduces the strain on your joints during fall and winter activities and helps prevent flare-ups.
Why Choose Marah Natural During Fall and Winter?
As we age, our bodies undergo numerous changes that can impact nutrient absorption via food and overall health. One significant concern for aging individuals is the decreased absorption of essential minerals like calcium, leading to potential deficiencies that can affect bone health and overall well-being. Marah Natural offers a unique solution by providing supplements that do not require Vitamin D or peptides for absorption, making it an optimal choice for maintaining calcium levels. If you have a hard time absorbing nutrients from food, Marah Natural is the best way to ensure adequate calcium intake.
Fall and winter can be tough on your joints, but with Marah Natural’s SAC® formula, you can give your body the support it needs to fight back. Our supplements not only enhance bone density but also target inflammation at the cellular level, relieving pain naturally and effectively. Whether it’s our Recatril or the Joint Health Bundle, Marah Natural offers a scientifically-backed approach to combating the hidden causes of arthritis pain.
Don’t let the changing seasons rob you of comfort and mobility. With the right tools and a proactive mindset, you can manage your arthritis symptoms and continue enjoying the activities you love, regardless of the weather.
Stay warm, stay active, and let Marah Natural’s science-backed supplements give your body the support it needs to stay ahead of arthritis this fall and winter.
RECATRIL
Featuring SAC® and Sulfur
In Recatril, we utilize a specific form of sulfur called Methylsulfonylmethane (MSM), known for its anti-inflammatory properties that safeguard cartilage. This aids individuals with arthritis by reducing pain and enhancing joint mobility. Additionally, sulfur supports food metabolism and promotes the health of skin, tendons, and ligaments.
JOINT HEALTH BUNDLE
Includes Recatril and Marah-Cel
plus Signature Tumbler
plus Signature Tumbler
The magical synergy of Recatril and Marah-Cel helps relieve joint pain and promote cell repair. Maintaining healthy bone density is key in reducing joint pressure and Marah-Cel helps boost bone density naturally through ionic calcium delivery. Collagen reacts with calcium to produce cartilage—and our science-backed product enhances ionized calcium supplementation in the cartilage by increasing osmotic pressure and promoting efficient ionized calcium and collagen type II formation.