THE NUTRITIONIST
‘Joint pain actually has more to do with your diet than you may imagine,’ says nutrition therapist Judy Watson.*** ‘Some foods could worsen your pain, while others could reduce it.’
JUDY SUGGESTS:
Go fresh Cut out processed foods, sugar, alcohol and red meat, and try to eat a broad range of fruit and vegetables. Blueberries in particular have strong flavonoids that turn the inflammatory response off in your body, while pineapple contains bromelain, which is shown to relieve joint pain. Spice it up Cook with anti-inflammatory ginger and turmeric.
Make healthy swaps Instead of black tea, switch to green tea. It has one of the highest polyphenol levels, which can help to suppress oxidative stress and inflammation in joints. Switch peanuts for walnuts, which can help to reduce inflammation, and opt for sweet potatoes over white – they contain beta-carotene, which acts as a potent antioxidant, preventing joint damage caused by free radicals.