TAKING SUPPLEMENTS

The jury is out on whether supplements are needed. ‘Speak to a registered nutritionist about what works for you,’ says Linia.

✢ FISH OIL Choose one with a good level of omega-3 fatty acids and especially EPA as this is most helpful for reducing inflammation. Try Og Omega-3 plus with EPA (£39.99 for 120 gels, ogwellbeing.com)

✢ GLUCOSAMINE & CHONDROITIN These provide the building blocks for cartilage production and repair.

Studies have shown they’re mostly effective for non-weight bearing joints. Try Vitabiotics Ultra Glucosamine & Chondroitin (£16.30 for 60 tablets, vitabiotics.com)

✢ COLLAGEN Research is showing positive benefits when looking at joint pain.

Try Your Zooki Marine Collagen (£27.99 for 14 sachets, yourzooki.com).