Choose Healthy Food for Healthy Joints

Arthritis is not just the old person’s problem, but, anyone, even in the 30s, can deal the joint pain and stiffness. According to a report of a national survey, 30%, of the total, are young adults above the age of 20 who have undergone the joint replacement in Delhi. It is common that many people have gone through the discomfort of joint pain that stops them to perform their routine tasks actively like walking, sitting, writing, etc. It can be caused by several factors including food. The intake of right food is very essential in our life otherwise it can leave adverse effects on the body and lifestyle as well. The good news here is you got a list of nutrients containing food that can eliminate the discomfort of joint pain and stiffness.

Fish – If you are a non-vegetarian lover, this one is for you because fish has an anti-inflammatory omega-3 fat which is good for joint health. There are basically two particular omega 3 fats found specifically in fish and seafood, that is, Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) and Docosahexaenoic (DHA). Salmon, mackerel, and herring are great and delightful examples that taste good on the tongue and are also good for bone health. Fish is also a good source of vitamin D and deficiency in needful vitamins can worsen the arthritis condition overtaken by pain and discomfort and ultimately the patient has to undergo the joint replacement in Delhi to get relieved from the pain and lead a healthy and active life ahead. Thus, as an old saying goes, "prevention is better than cure".

Green and leafy vegetables – Orthopedic Surgeons in Delhi state that inflammation can be reduced by consuming a healthy and balanced dose of leafy vegetables such as cabbage, spinach, fenugreek, peas, and so on. Give your diet a refreshing delight with these leafy greens as they are full of vitamin K, an anti-inflammatory nutrient.

Berries – Berries are packed with a lot of nutrients and anthocyanin, antioxidant compounds that prevent inflammation. They are also a great source of ellagic acid antioxidant that reduces inflammation exacerbating joint pain.

Nuts – Nuts are packed with essential healthy antioxidants and fats that immune the body to fight and repair the damage caused by arthritis inflammation. In a study, it is found that people who consume nuts everyday are on 51% low risk of being trapped with an inflammatory disease compared to those who don’t consume the nuts.

Red apple – "An apple a day, keeps a doctor away", the phrase goes well for the joint pain and stiffness as well because they contain quercetin antioxidant that prevents arthritis.

The author is associated with the Vibhore Singhal, orthopaedic doctor in Gurgaon, Delhi. He has written many contents on joint replacement, knee surgery, hip replacement, Best knee surgeon in Delhi.