Reduce joint pain with adequate nutrients

Joint pain can be caused by a number of reasons. It can be an inflammated joint that limits the range of your movement or a joint injury resulting from osteoporosis. Many people are affected, but few know that joint pains can be reduced with an adequate diet.

What kind of nutrients or food can be helpful?

• Omega-3 fatty acids:

Research has shown that omega-3 fatty acids have an anti-inflammatory effect and they reduce the symptoms of joint inflammation. Let us not forget that the consumption of too many omega-6 fatty acids and a lesser amount of omega-3 fatty acids make the enzymes that cause joint inflammation far more active. Unfortunately, we tend to consume too many omega-6 fatty acids because it can be found in a lot of food. Try to reduce the quantity of omega-6 fatty acids and increase the consumption of omega-3 acids e.g. by consuming more fish or flax seed oil.

• Broccoli:

It is a popular food in weight loss diets not only because of its high fibre and low calorie content but broccoli can also be useful in joint problems along with other cruciferous plants, like cauliflower.

• Vitamin D

A study carried out on 29,000 women showed the positive effects of vitamin D. Those women who regularly took in vitamin D had smaller chances of suffering from rheumatic problems. Osteoporosis formed much later or even slowed down among those who consumed a higher quantity of vitamin D. Oily fish is a great source of vitamin D, but spending 20 minutes on the Sun every day is also very useful.

• Ginger

Ginger has been used for a long time in the treatment of cold, migraine and high blood pressure. While it is a popular antioxidant ginger is far less known for its anti-inflammatory effect. Try to drink tea made of fresh ginger or mix it with your food. You should be aware that ginger is a natural blood thinner, therefore if you take medication for this or you have a related condition consult your doctor prior to an excessive consumption of ginger.

• Vitamin C

Eat as much pepper, orange, mango, strawberry, pineapple as you can, because they are rich in vitamin C. The consumption of these fruits and vegetables can reduce rheumatic problems by 30%.

• Anthocyanins

Anthocyanins are antioxidants that are responsible for the red colour in certain food, such as cherry, blueberry, raspberry, strawberry, grapes and eggplant. Research on the level of C-reactive protein showed that the consumption of the above listed fruits effectively reduce inflammation in the body. While the study focused on patients suffering from cardiovascular diseases, it found that all sorts of inflammations – joint inflammations as well – are reduced by these coloured fruits and vegetables.

• Beta-Cryptoxanthin

Beta-Cryptoxanthin is a powerful antioxidant. It is a carotenoid that helps in the prevention of joint inflammations. According to research carried out in the United Kingdom people who consumed more Beta-Cryptoxanthin were much more protected against joint inflammations. What kinds of food contain Beta-Cryptoxanthin? Sweet pepper, pumpkin, papaya, peach etc.

What can you do to reduce or prevent joint problems? Eat a lot of fruit, vegetables, fish, oily seeds and different nuts. Only consume a limited amount of red meat, dairy products, saturated fat or sugar. This way you can reduce the inflammation of your joints and can speed up the recovery process!

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