{"id":39,"date":"2020-07-19T13:51:59","date_gmt":"2020-07-19T13:51:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.valleysportsphysicians.com\/blog\/?p=39"},"modified":"2020-08-19T13:54:37","modified_gmt":"2020-08-19T13:54:37","slug":"avoid-these-foods-to-reduce-your-osteoarthritis-symptoms","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.valleysportsphysicians.com\/blog\/2020\/07\/19\/avoid-these-foods-to-reduce-your-osteoarthritis-symptoms\/","title":{"rendered":"Avoid These Foods To Reduce Your Osteoarthritis Symptoms"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.valleysportsphysicians.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/AdobeStock_96580173__1597844819_39443-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"plate full of delicious fried foods with slash through it\" class=\"wp-image-40\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.valleysportsphysicians.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/AdobeStock_96580173__1597844819_39443-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.valleysportsphysicians.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/AdobeStock_96580173__1597844819_39443-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.valleysportsphysicians.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/AdobeStock_96580173__1597844819_39443.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Most of the unpleasant symptoms associated with osteoarthritis, like stiffness and pain, have one main source\u2014inflammation of the soft tissues due to excess friction within the joint. While no diet or supplement can <em>cure <\/em>arthritis, certain foods are proven to increase this inflammation, and avoiding them can go a long way in making it easier to manage the condition, helping someone be more comfortable (and mobile) day to day. If you have OA, be sure to skip the following foods, and your body will thank you for it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;\nItems with a Lot of Added Sugar<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Frequently consuming foods with a lot of added sugar (like\nsoda, cookies, cakes, juices, candy, etc.) is a one-two punch for those dealing\nwith OA. Firstly, high amounts of sugar have been shown in research to increase\ninflammation throughout the body. Also, an unhealthy diet can lead to weight\ngain, placing even more strain on already compromised joints. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;\nSalty Foods <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Even the healthiest vegetable can become a \u201csalt bomb\u201d if a\nshaker is nearby. Too much salt causes your cells to retain water and swell up,\ncreating an inflammatory reaction. Instead of reaching for the salt to add\nflavor, try other spices, such as garlic powder, lemon zest, or black pepper.\nJust be careful to not use a \u201cspice blend,\u201d as the main ingredient in these\ntends to be (you guessed it) salt. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;\nFried Foods <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Fries, doughnuts, chicken, fish, and any other food that has\nbeen fried in oil can cause a chemical reaction in the body that promotes\ninflammation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;\nWhite Flour<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Things like bread, pasta, and cereals all contain white flour,\nwhich can send your body\u2019s inflammatory response into overdrive. Fortunately,\nwhole grain varieties of these foods have been shown to be more \u201cOA-friendly,\u201d\nthough they should still be consumed in limited quantities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">So What CAN You Eat? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Grilled meats, vegetables, and drinks like water and tea are\nall healthy choices and have been shown to not make OA symptoms worse.\nThankfully, just because you have OA doesn\u2019t mean you have to completely cut out\nyour sugary and salty favorites. It\u2019s just wise to greatly restrict your\nconsumption, which in turn, will make you feel better, and you\u2019ll likely lose\nweight as well, and this will help your joints even more!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Of course, an anti-inflammatory diet should only supplement professional\nOA treatment, not replace it entirely. You should still work with your doctor\nand take medication as directed, but with the right foods, you can address the\ncondition from several angles, leading to healthier joints, better function,\nand an improved quality of life. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Author <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.valleysportsphysicians.com\/paul-tortland-do-faoasm.html\">Dr.\nPaul Tortland<\/a> is board-certified in both sports medicine and regenerative\nmedicine, and he\u2019s widely considered to be one of the world\u2019s foremost experts\nin the field of non-surgical orthopedics. At his practice, Valley Sports\nPhysicians, he provides cutting-edge treatments such as stem cell therapy, PRP,\nprolotherapy, and more to help patients dramatically reduce the pain and stiffness\nassociated with OA, allowing many to avoid the need for invasive surgery. To\nlearn more about your treatment options and get more personalized diet tips,\ngive us a call today to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.valleysportsphysicians.com\/contact-us.html\">schedule an\nappointment<\/a>. &nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Most of the unpleasant symptoms associated with osteoarthritis, like stiffness and pain, have one main source\u2014inflammation of the soft tissues due to excess friction within the joint. While no diet or supplement can cure arthritis, certain foods are proven to increase this inflammation, and avoiding them can go a long way in making it easier [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v24.5 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Avoid These Foods To Reduce Your Osteoarthritis Symptoms - Valley Sports Physicians &amp; Orthopedic Medicine Blog<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Changing your diet can go a long way in reducing the painful symptoms of osteoarthritis. 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