Arthritis

Arthritis is the swelling and tenderness of one or more of your joints. The main symptoms of arthritis are joint pain and stiffness, which typically worsen with age.

The most common types of arthritis are osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.

Inflammation of one or more joints, causing pain and stiffness that can worsen with age.
Different types of arthritis exist, each with different causes including wear and tear, infections, and underlying diseases.

Symptoms include pain, swelling, reduced range of motion, and stiffness.
Medication, physiotherapy or sometimes surgery helps reduce symptoms and improve quality of life.

Arthritis isn’t a single condition and there are several different types… Although there’s no cure for arthritis, treatments have improved greatly in recent years and, for many types of arthritis, particularly inflammatory arthritis, there’s a clear benefit in starting treatment at an early stage
Physical therapy is often recommended to help ease arthritis pain.

It can strengthen the muscles that support your damaged joints, help reduce joint stiffness, and improve your range of motion.

Foods to Avoid with Arthritis

• Fried and processed.
• AGEs.
• Sugars and refined carbs.
• Dairy.
• Alcohol and tobacco.
• Salt and preservatives.
• Corn oil.

Best Foods to Eat If You Have Arthritis

• Fatty Fish. Fatty fish varieties such as salmon, mackerel, sardines, and trout are high in omega-3 fatty acids, which have been shown to have potent anti-inflammatory effects. …
• Garlic. Garlic is jam-packed with health benefits.
• Ginger.
• Broccoli.
• Walnuts.
• Berries.
• Spinach.
• Grapes.

Tips for preventing arthritis

• Maintain a healthy weight. …
• Don’t smoke, or quit smoking. …
• Try to avoid injury when playing sports or participating in recreational activities.
• If your job requires a lot of pushing, pulling, or lifting heavy objects, take precautions to avoid injury to your joints.

Top 4 Supplements to Treat Arthritis Pain

• Curcumin (from turmeric root) Evidence suggests the turmeric root has anti-inflammatory properties.
• Vitamin D. If you have arthritis pain or are at high risk for arthritis, your doctor may recommend a vitamin D supplement.
• Omega-3 fatty acids.
• Glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate.

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