Anne Pundak
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Eat to Ease Osteoarthritis:: 5 simple steps to reduce pain naturally
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2014
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2 editions
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“Vegetables from the nightshade family They contain steroid alkaloids that can lead to increased inflammation, muscle spasm, pain and stiffness. Alkaloids also interfere with new formation of cartilage and block it from repairing. Nightshades includes: Tomatoes, Red, Green and Yellow Peppers (not black pepper), Hot Chillies, White Potatoes, Tobacco, Aubergines (eggplants) It is important to mention that edible vegetables in the nightshade family contain low levels experts state there are no studies confirming that the exclusion of nightshade vegetables from the diet improves arthritic symptoms.”
― Eat to Ease Osteoarthritis:: 5 simple steps to reduce pain naturally
― Eat to Ease Osteoarthritis:: 5 simple steps to reduce pain naturally
“Drinking green tea should be seen as taking a preventative measure in the damage of cartilage [42]. If you are taking green tea extract, aim for 250mg to 500mg daily---or drink a couple of cups of green tea daily. 2 - 3 cups of green tea per day are recommended (for a total of 240 - 320 mg polyphenols) or 100 - 750 mg per day of standardized green tea extract is recommended. Caffeine-free versions are available and recommended”
― Eat to Ease Osteoarthritis:: 5 simple steps to reduce pain naturally
― Eat to Ease Osteoarthritis:: 5 simple steps to reduce pain naturally
“Think colours when selecting veggies and fruit rich in beta-carotene: carrots, squashes, sweet potatoes, pumpkin, peppers, apricots and cantaloupes. Lots of dark-green leafy vegetables such as spinach, kale and romaine lettuce also contain beta-carotene. Vitamin C This vitamin is a very powerful antioxidant in the body. It works by neutralizing free radicals, which helps reduce the inflammation and damage that occurs in osteoarthritis”
― Eat to Ease Osteoarthritis:: 5 simple steps to reduce pain naturally
― Eat to Ease Osteoarthritis:: 5 simple steps to reduce pain naturally
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