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Here are some tips to relieve pain in joints with healthy food choices: 1. Broccoli,brusselssproutsandcabbage. These veggies are part of the cruciferous family, and theyarefullofacompoundcalledsulforaphane, whichhelpsslowcartilagedamage in jointsdue to osteoarthritis. Try adding broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, kale or cauliflower to your salad or stir-fry. 2. Fattyfish. Fattyfish likesalmon,tuna,troutand mackerelare rich inomega-3fattyacids,which help fight inflammation.Try adding fish to your diet a couple of times a week. If you’re not a big fan of fish, ask your doctor about taking an omega-3 supplement. 3. Garlic. Garlic isamemberofthealliumfamily— which also includes onions and leeks. These itemscontainacompoundcalleddiallyldisulfide that may help with a number of diseases— including arthritis.
4. Tart cherries. Some people with arthritis have found relief from products made from tart cherries. The ingredient in cherries that helps with jointsymptoms is thesameone thatgives this fruit its red color—anthocyanin. 5. Turmeric. One of the best-researched inflammation fighters isn’t a food at all, but a spice. Tumeric contains a compound called curcumin. The compound has been used for centuries in India to ward off inflammatory diseases. You’ll find this yellow spice in Indian cuisines—particularly curries. 6. Vitamin C. Antioxidants in vitamin C may slow the progression of OA. You can get vitamin C from strawberries, kiwi, pineapple, or cantaloupe.However,wewarnyouagainsttaking supplementswithmuchhigherdosesthan65to 85milligrams,because in largedosesvitaminC can increase the risk of kidney stones.
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