Why Your Joints Hurt After 60 (And 3 Natural Ways to Heal Them

"Do your knees ache when you get out of bed in the morning?

Or maybe your hips feel stiff when you go for a walk? If so, you’re not alone. Joint pain is one of the most common health challenges people face after the age of 60. But here’s the good news – there are natural ways to soothe those aches, support your joints, and help you feel more comfortable every single day. And in today’s video, I’ll show you exactly why your joints hurt, the hidden foods making it worse, and three natural remedies that can truly make a difference."

"Hello and welcome back to the channel – where we focus on helping you age gracefully, stay healthy, and feel your very best at every stage of life. If you’re over 55, this channel is designed for you.

Today we’re talking about joint pain – that nagging discomfort that shows up in your knees, hips, shoulders, or even your fingers. For many people, joint pain can make simple tasks like walking, gardening, or climbing stairs much harder than before. And while many people believe it’s just something you have to live with, the truth is, there are ways to manage it naturally – and we’ll get into those shortly."

"So why do joints hurt more as we get older?

There are a few main reasons:

1. Natural Wear and Tear
Over the years, the cartilage that cushions our joints begins to thin out. Cartilage works like a shock absorber between the bones, and when it breaks down, bones rub more closely together – leading to stiffness, inflammation, and pain.

2. Reduced Collagen Production
After the age of 30, our body slowly produces less collagen – the protein that keeps our skin smooth and our joints flexible. By the time we’re 60, collagen levels have dropped significantly, making joints more fragile.

3. Inflammation
Another major factor is inflammation. Think of inflammation as a small fire inside your body. A little is helpful for healing, but too much – especially the kind triggered by poor diet, lack of movement, or chronic stress – can make joints swell and ache.

4. Lifestyle Factors
Weight gain, lack of exercise, or sitting too much can also place added stress on your knees, hips, and back, speeding up the wear-and-tear process."

"But here’s something many people don’t realise: what you eat every single day can either make joint pain worse – or help it heal. Some common foods silently damage aging joints, while other foods act like natural medicine, calming inflammation and nourishing your bones and cartilage.

In the next part of this video, we’ll uncover the everyday foods that could be harming your joints without you even knowing it, and what to eat instead. And then, I’ll share three natural remedies that research has shown can truly support healthy, pain-free joints."