Osteoarthritis and Nutrition-
The Secret Weapon

Many researchers believe the presence of absence of certain foods in the diet may be a contributing factor for OA. Vegetables in the night shade family- potatoes, green peppers, eggplants, and tomatoes, for example- contain solanine, which may irritate the joints. Red meat and egg yokes may also irritate joints. Consult a nutrition-oriented physician who specializes in Osteoarthrisits.

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Vitamin C, especially the Ester C, can be very effective against arthritis. Vitamin C increases the body's immune response. It also supports joints by helping create sunovial fluids that lubricate joints and prevent the proliferation of viruses and bacteria between joints that can cause inflammation and pain. Vitamins A and E, working together synergistically with Vitamin C, provide additional protection.

If you follow the news, you may know about Pychnogenol, which is readily available at health good stores and from nutritional supplement catalogs. It is a powerful antioxidant isolated from pine bark. Research indicates an impressive ability to fight free radicals that cause diseases of the circulatory system leading to heart disease and stroke.

Glucosamine is often called nature's answer to OA. It helps all joints function properly and aids the repair and growth of cartilage, discs, and connective tissue. Flucosamine is necessary for the body to produce synovial fluids that lubricate and protect joints while maintaining their integrity. Clinical studies indicate that flucosamine sulfate decreases pain while maintaining joint stability. Some doctors are recommending flucosamine, while others are urging caution because they feel there is not yet enough scientific evidence. Discuss these options with your nutrition orientates physician.

The past three years have seen major headlines announcing the benefits of phytochemicals. Phytochemicals are chemicals within plants that act as the plants own immune system. They are very powerful when taken into our bodies and utilized by our immune systems. A growing body of scientific evidence shows using these phytochemicals from fruits and vegetables can prevent diseases such as arthritis and cancer by activiating our immune systems, thus preventing diseases from developing at all. The recommendation is five servings of fruits and vegetables a day to keep the doctor away.

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