Arthritis and Nutrition

Arthritis affects nearly one in every five people in the United States. Arthritis is a broad term for hundreds of disorders involving joints. The two main types of arthritis are osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. They damage the joints in different ways. The most common signs and symptoms of arthritis can be pain, stiffness, swelling, redness, and reduced mobility depending on the type you have. Most people do not realize that choosing healthy foods can improve the way they feel.

Many people enjoy so much food that they are unaware that what they put into their system can cause inflammation in their body. Arthritis is an inflammatory disease so people with arthritis should focus on finding the anti-inflammatory foods they like. Daily exercise and losing weight (if you are overweight) will help reduce stress on the joints. It will also help lower the level of inflammation in the body. Nutrition is the key! It's a good idea to discuss a new diet with a professional.

You can fight arthritis with foods that help reduce some aspects of inflammation; Omega-3 fatty acids (salmon, rainbow trout, Pacific oysters, flaxseed and walnuts), Extra-virgin olive oil (used during cooking), Antioxidants (sweet peppers, oranges, grapefruit, strawberries, pineapple, lemon, broccoli, cantaloupe,, tuna , crab, tilapia, wheat pasta, lean meat, cod, shrimp, turkey, sweet potato, carrot, pumpkin, apricot, spinach, onion, cherry tomatoes, blueberries, elderberries and apples)) are some of the best known.

Inflammation irritates the arthritis joint, causing the tissues to swell and become inflamed. Eating anti-inflammatory foods can reduce inflammation, but it is also important to know about foods that can cause inflammation. Stay away from; fried foods, soda, refined carbohydrates, fats, processed meats, refined oils, salts, sugars, dairy products, regular carbohydrates, processed foods, saturated fats, trans fats, alcohol, tobacco, cakes and so on.

Maintaining a healthy diet can be done by eliminating or reducing inflammatory foods. Start by reading the label of the material and looking for the saturated fat level and the indicated transaction. Compare different product brands to see which ones have unhealthy levels of fat and sugar. Switch to natural cooking oils such as olive oil or avocado oil. Avoid fried or cooked foods at high temperatures. Choose more low fat and trans fat options when buying packaged foods. Add more omega-3 fatty acids and reduce omega-6 fatty acids. Finally eating as close to natural as possible by eating less processed and processed foods.

If you have arthritis, it's important to look for foods that make you feel better. These food suggestions are guidelines and not one size fits all. Food that causes joint pain for one person may not cause the same joint pain for the next person. Paying attention to what you eat can drastically change the way you feel. Stay away from foods that cause inflammation and get the anti-inflammatory foods you like! And don't forget to exercise!

This content is not intended as a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your doctor or qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have about your medical condition. Never ignore professional medical advice or delay in searching because of something you read here.

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