foods that fight osteoarthritis
A new study found that eating lots of broccoli can protect your joints from wear and tear osteoarthritis arthritis. Steamed, pureed, in soups and in stir-fries, or oven-roasted - even raw - this cruciferous vegetable delivers two bioactive chemicals: sulforaphane and indole-3-carbinol.
While there is no known cure for osteoarthritis, there are anti-inflammatory foods that can be added to a personâs diet, in addition to the glucosamine supplement that may help alleviate pain. A patient may look to add foods that are high in omega-3 fatty acids, like salmon, flaxseeds and walnuts.
That's good news for your joints, not just your wardrobe. A small study published in Arthritis in 2015 reported on a 6-week intervention of 40 individuals with osteoarthritis who were placed on a plant-based diet of fruits, vegetables, legumes (beans, peas, lentils) and whole grains.