What can I do to replace VIOXX?

Inflammation is regulated by a group of hormones known as prostaglandins. Some of these hormones intensify the inflammatory response while others reduce it. The good news is that you can influence this system by dietary changes. Try the following. In six to eight weeks you will begin to notice the results.

Eliminate polyunsaturated vegetable oils and partially hydrogenated oils from your diet - these fats encourage the synthesis of pro-inflammatory prostaglandins. Also eliminate trans-fatty acid sources such as margarine and vegetable shortening.

Use olive oil and increase your intake of omega-3 fatty acids by eating wild Alaskan salmon, sardines, walnuts, freshly ground flaxseeds and soy foods. The omega-3s increase production of inhibitory prostaglandins. (If you don't like the taste of fish, try a fish oil supplement with both DHA and EPA.)

Add ginger and turmeric to your diet - both are natural anti-inflammatory agents that help modify the balance of prostaglandins.

From: DrWeil.com Community.

There are supplements utilizing glyconutrients, tumeric and resveratrol that may give GREAT results; please discuss this with your provider if you are willing to try this for 3 months to see IF it will work for you.