4 Food Tips for Osteoarthritis and Joint Comfort
Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common form of arthritis, affecting millions of people worldwide. As of yet, there is no direct cure, but there are many ways to manage symptoms and support everyday joint comfort. As you may already know, your diet plays a huge role in your general health, especially if you live with a condition such as arthritis. Luckily, there are several ways to modify your diet and cooking methods to further support your joint health.
Reducing Caloric Intake
It’s no mystery that eating fewer calories is the way to lose weight. Losing just ten pounds may lower your risk of developing OA. If you’ve already been diagnosed with OA, losing weight reduces the stress on your weight-bearing joints, which may help slow the progression of the condition and support everyday joint comfort.
Replace Fats with Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Olive oil is a great source of beneficial fatty acids and is a staple of an anti-inflammatory diet, helping support a healthy inflammatory response and everyday joint comfort. Researchers have also studied oleocanthal, a compound in olive oil, for activity similar in fashion to some non-steroidal anti-inflammatory compounds; individual results vary. Use olive oil on your salads and in cooking; just be sure to watch how much you use, as it is very calorie-dense.
Cook with Lower Temperatures
Foods cooked at high temperatures (grilled or broiled) tend to produce compounds that have been known to trigger inflammation in the body. The compounds are known as advanced glycation end-products (AGEs), and although they occur naturally in the body, excess amounts can stimulate inflammation. Try to cook with slower, low-heat methods like oven baking.
Vitamin C
The benefits of vitamin C cannot be underestimated. Vitamin C plays a role in the body’s normal formation of collagen and other joint-supporting materials. Citrus is not the only source of vitamin C either — peppers, strawberries, kale, and broccoli are all high in this very important nutrient. Women should try to get at least 75 mg of vitamin C a day, while men should aim for about 90 mg.
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