News India Live, Digital Desk: Today is 1st January, new year. But as soon as December ended and the harsh cold of January started, an old problem of many people has returned, that is joint pain. Especially for the elders of our house or those who have ever been injured, this season is no less than a challenge. As soon as you get up from bed in the morning, it seems as if your knees have become jammed or they have run out of grease. Why does this happen in winter? Often we think that this is just an effect of age. But the truth is that when the temperature falls, the liquid (synovial fluid) between the joints of our body starts becoming a little thick. Also, due to cold, the veins shrink and blood circulation slows down a bit. The result is severe pain, swelling and difficulty in walking. What to do so that we can enjoy the winter sunshine? Let us come straight to those things which if you adopt from today, believe me you will feel a lot of difference in pain: Friendship with sunlight is important: In the rush of 2026, we forget that nature has given us the cheapest source of Vitamin D in the form of sun rays. Make a habit of sitting in the sun for at least 20-30 minutes every day. It works like ‘fuel’ for the bones. Lukewarm oil massage: That mustard oil used by grandmothers and adding some fenugreek or garlic to it and heating it… this is the best even today. Lightly massage your joints before sleeping at night. This brings warmth to the veins and improves blood circulation. Do not skimp on clothes: Many people delay wearing warm clothes for the sake of fashion. Keep your knees covered. It is a wise move to use warm socks or ‘Knee caps’, so that the outside air does not cool your joints. Medicine hidden in the kitchen: Have you put ginger and basil in your tea? If not, start. Ginger and turmeric have ‘anti-inflammatory’ properties that reduce inflammation within the body. Light exercise: Do not sit in one place due to pain. Take a walk or do light stretches inside the room. Remember, the more the body part moves, the more active it will remain. An important advice: If the pain is increasing excessively or there is redness along with the swelling, then do not rely on home remedies. Consult a doctor once. May this year 2026 be healthy for all of you. Along with celebrating the New Year, take equal care of your health, because only if your body is healthy, the year will be beautiful!