Arthritis
Diet:
The Best Foods To Eat
A
healthy diet is important for everyone. The foods you eat
can affect arthritis. Evidence shows that excessive weight
and your diet may influence symptoms of certain types of arthritis
and related conditions. Research has shown a connection between
food, nutritional supplements, and different forms of arthritis,
such as Rheumatoid
arthritis, Osteoarthritis,
and Gout.
A list of foods that may relieve general arthritis
symptoms include: |
| Fruits
(Those that are high in Vitamin C) |
Strawberries
Kiwi Fruit
Peaches
Mango |
Cantaloupe
Papaya
Apples |
| Vegetables (High
in Vitamin A (beta-carotene) and Vitamin C) |
Collards
Squash
Sweet Potatoes
Broccoli |
Spinach
Brussels Sprouts
Bell Pepper |
| Fish (Rich in
Omega-3 essential fatty acids & high in Vitamin
E) |
Salmon
Mackerel
Sardines |
Herring
Tuna
Trout |
| Unsalted Nuts
and Seeds (Also high in Omega-3 essential fatty acids
& high in Vitamin E) |
Walnuts
Brazil nuts
Almonds |
Sunflower seeds
Linseeds
Pumpkin seeds |
| Pulses and Grains |
All lentils
Chick Peas |
Brown rice
Whole wheat bread |
| Anti-Inflammatory
Foods |
Turmeric
Ginger |
Garlic
Apples |
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If suffering from gout avoid
foods high in purines and high proteins such as beans and meats.
In general avoid red meats, tomatoes, tea, coffee, dairy products,
fried foods, chocolate, preservatives and additives. Medical Literature
contains and many documented cases indicate how diet modification
can improve inflammatory arthritis. Try altering your diet and see
if you notice improvement.
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