As far as the Arthritis Foundation is concerned, there's no such thing as a scientifically documented "arthritis diet.
" However, that's not the experience of many arthritis sufferers who find eating the right kind of foods very helpful in managing their pain and discomfort.
In fact, in many parts of the world, where people traditionally ate diets based mainly on seafood, whole grains, beans, fruits and vegetables, modern forms of arthritis were rare to virtually non-existent.
The coastal populations of Asia and the Mediterranean are good examples.
It is only in contemporary industrial societies that eat a junk food diet high in fat, red meat, processed grains and sweets that arthritis is prevalent.
Most people have no idea that arthritic pain, stiffness and swelling can be controlled and managed by eating a better diet.
A good diet is not going to cure the disease, but if you're not feeling the pain, who cares? The best thing to do for arthritic pain relief is switch over to a healthy anti-inflammatory diet.
Eat five to nine daily servings of fresh brightly colored red, yellow and green fruits and vegetables, lots of whole grain breads and cereals, at least five servings a week of omega 3 rich fish, such as salmon, sardines, tuna and halibut.
Also drink a couple of quarts of water a day.
At the same time, avoid as much as possible red meat, processed foods, salt, sugar, caffeine and excess alcohol.
For example, studies have shown that people who eat red meat on a daily basis have twice the risk of arthritis than those who seldom if ever eat red meat.
It's also pretty wise to add daily anti-inflammatory supplements to your daily regimen.
Research shows that people with aching joints often have diets deficient in vitamin D and omega 3 fish oils.
Reaching and maintaining your ideal weight is another good idea, since carrying excess weight puts an extraordinary stress on your joints, particularly your hips and knees.
This stress creates damage to the cartilage surrounding your joints, which becomes the source of your pain.
To lose and maintain a healthy weight it pays to cut out sweets and keep your fat intake down t less than 30% of your daily calorie count.
And, even if it seems like exercise is the last thing you want to do when sore and stiff, it's really needed for weight loss and physical and emotional well-being.
You don't have to go crazy.
All that's necessary is a daily walk around the block for a half an hour or some simple water aerobics for thirty minutes three or four times a week.
Follow this plan and you'll be surprised what a difference it'll make for you.
" However, that's not the experience of many arthritis sufferers who find eating the right kind of foods very helpful in managing their pain and discomfort.
In fact, in many parts of the world, where people traditionally ate diets based mainly on seafood, whole grains, beans, fruits and vegetables, modern forms of arthritis were rare to virtually non-existent.
The coastal populations of Asia and the Mediterranean are good examples.
It is only in contemporary industrial societies that eat a junk food diet high in fat, red meat, processed grains and sweets that arthritis is prevalent.
Most people have no idea that arthritic pain, stiffness and swelling can be controlled and managed by eating a better diet.
A good diet is not going to cure the disease, but if you're not feeling the pain, who cares? The best thing to do for arthritic pain relief is switch over to a healthy anti-inflammatory diet.
Eat five to nine daily servings of fresh brightly colored red, yellow and green fruits and vegetables, lots of whole grain breads and cereals, at least five servings a week of omega 3 rich fish, such as salmon, sardines, tuna and halibut.
Also drink a couple of quarts of water a day.
At the same time, avoid as much as possible red meat, processed foods, salt, sugar, caffeine and excess alcohol.
For example, studies have shown that people who eat red meat on a daily basis have twice the risk of arthritis than those who seldom if ever eat red meat.
It's also pretty wise to add daily anti-inflammatory supplements to your daily regimen.
Research shows that people with aching joints often have diets deficient in vitamin D and omega 3 fish oils.
Reaching and maintaining your ideal weight is another good idea, since carrying excess weight puts an extraordinary stress on your joints, particularly your hips and knees.
This stress creates damage to the cartilage surrounding your joints, which becomes the source of your pain.
To lose and maintain a healthy weight it pays to cut out sweets and keep your fat intake down t less than 30% of your daily calorie count.
And, even if it seems like exercise is the last thing you want to do when sore and stiff, it's really needed for weight loss and physical and emotional well-being.
You don't have to go crazy.
All that's necessary is a daily walk around the block for a half an hour or some simple water aerobics for thirty minutes three or four times a week.
Follow this plan and you'll be surprised what a difference it'll make for you.
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