Certain three supplements can ease arthritis symptoms – expert

Millions of Britons are currently living with arthritis and other joint problems. Depending on the type of arthritis you have it can cause issues such as pain, inflammation, joint stiffness and even difficulty moving. There is no cure for arthritis, however, there are ways to both reduce your risk of the condition and ease symptoms.

“Supplements like omega-3 fats, turmeric and vitamin D do also have a role in the inflammation process,” she said.

“For personalised nutrition, be sure to speak to a dietitian or a registered nutritionist.”

What does research say?

This is backed by various studies. One paper, published in the Mediterranean Journal of Rheumatology in 2020, found that omega-3 fats could alleviate symptoms among rheumatoid arthritis patients.

It said: “Omega-3 fatty acids seem to prevent or attenuate experimental arthritis. They may have a beneficial effect in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis.

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Diet

Dr Patel recommended the best foods to ease arthritis symptoms.

“There are many foods that are believed to impact the inflammatory process, although the mechanism is not conclusive,” she said.

“Generally, an anti-inflammatory diet is an eating pattern that is based on whole foods, lots of colourful vegetables and fruit and a balance of protein, wholegrain carbs and healthy fats at each meal.

“It is also a diet that contains low amounts of ultra-processed foods that are high in refined carbohydrates, trans fats, processed meals and excess alcohol. Diets that are considered anti-inflammatory include the Mediterranean diet, dietary approach to stop hypertension diet (DASH diet) and a whole food vegetarian based diet (or a high fibre diet).”