The ‘anti-inflammatory’ foods that could ease arthritis joint pain – expert

Arthritis is characterised by inflammation, which triggers uncomfortable joint pain.

Fortunately, certain foods could come to the rescue and reduce the inflammation in your joints.

Veronika Prošek Charvátová, a researcher from Viva!, said: “Making your diet full of nutritious and anti-inflammatory foods can offer some relief to your joints and may support your body’s repair work.”

The expert has shared six tips that could see your risk of joint pain fall if you follow them daily.

Vegetables 

While all veggies offer some impressive health benefits, the expert recommended reaching for the likes of kale, rocket, broccoli, cabbage and Brussels sprouts.

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Charvátová said: “They contain compounds that block an enzyme causing joint swelling.

“Brightly coloured vegetables should also feature on your daily menu because they contain antioxidants that help combat inflammation.”

Garlic, ginger and turmeric 

Whether you season your curry with them or eat them raw, this trio has been touted for its “potent” anti-inflammatory properties.

“That’s also why many joint health supplements contain them,” the expert noted.

Berries and cherries

While the likes of raspberries, blueberries, blackberries, and strawberries are “packed” with anti-inflammatory compounds and vitamin C, cherries have a different trick up their sleeve.

Charvátová said: “They actively block the formation of several inflammatory proteins and so can help to alleviate joint pain. 

“Cherries also help to reduce uric acid levels in the body – extra helpful for gout sufferers.”

Having too much uric acid in your body can spur on painful crystals around your joints, which causes pain.

Omega-3s 

These healthy fats help with the repair of tissues and are found in the likes of flaxseeds, chia seeds, hemp seeds, and walnuts, according to the expert.

Wholegrains 

Charvátová said: “These little nutrient bundles contain good carbs, fibre, protein, vitamins and minerals as well as antioxidants making them nutritious and anti-inflammatory as opposed to refined grains (white bread) that fuel inflammation.”

In case you aren’t sure, examples of wholegrains include brown rice, oatmeal and wholegrain breads.

Pulses

The expert added: “Beans, lentils, chickpeas and soya contain plenty of healthy protein together with antioxidants – your body needs both to repair tissues, cartilage and joint lining.”

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