{"id":415,"date":"2019-02-20T13:13:52","date_gmt":"2019-02-20T07:43:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.drpatelchirag.com\/blog\/?p=415"},"modified":"2022-09-16T16:43:23","modified_gmt":"2022-09-16T11:13:23","slug":"protect-your-joints-against-inflammation-by-avoiding-these-arthritis-worse-foods","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.drpatelchirag.com\/blog\/protect-your-joints-against-inflammation-by-avoiding-these-arthritis-worse-foods\/","title":{"rendered":"Protect your Joints Against Inflammation by avoiding these Arthritis Worse Foods"},"content":{"rendered":"

If you are suffering from Arthritis<\/strong>, your body is in a swollen state. Hence, it is really important to take care of your diet by avoiding foods which can affect your inflammation of joints.<\/p>\n

Take a look at the foods which you should avoid to protect your joints<\/a> against inflammation.<\/h4>\n
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    Sugar<\/em><\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    It is very difficult to avoid sugar as we tend to use it in most of the foods to enhance the sweetness. Also, when we use colas, pastries, chocolates and fruit juices, we consume processed sugar which can promote inflammation<\/p>\n

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      Omega 6 Fatty Acids<\/em><\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      These are essential fatty acids needed for proper growth and development of the body. There should be an equal balance of omega 3 and omega 6 fatty acids to be healthy. Excess amounts of omega 6 fatty acids may create pro inflammatory chemicals in the body<\/p>\n

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        Alcohol<\/em><\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

        Excess consumption of alcohol weakens the liver and its proper functioning. It can also disrupt other organs as well which may cause inflammation. Thus, Osteoarthritis<\/strong> and Alcohol <\/em>consumption in excess does not go together<\/p>\n

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          Dairy<\/em><\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

          Dairy products contain certain proteins which triggers Arthritis<\/a>. Some people who have this condition have antibodies against this protein and thus won\u2019t affect them. Still, majority of people lack the presence of such antibodies<\/p>\n

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            Fried Food<\/em><\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

            Fried foods contain saturated fats which worsens inflammation. Hence, switching to unsaturated fats is recommended. Olive oil is one such example of an unsaturated fat<\/p>\n

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              White Flour<\/em><\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

              White rice, potatoes, crackers, products made out of white flour contain refined carbohydrates. They increase the production of AGE\u2019s which increases inflammation. Prefer whole or multigrain carbohydrates rather than white flour which is a healthier diet option<\/p>\n

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                Salt<\/em><\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                Salty or sodium rich foods can increase stress on the heart by holding extra fluid in your body. It can raise the blood pressure as well. This inflammation causing agent, thus should be limited in your diet<\/p>\n

                Osteoarthritis and Alcohol<\/em><\/strong><\/h4>\n

                Occasional consumption of alcohol in moderate levels are fine but excess consumption of alcohol can worsen your overall health which includes arthritis. Even then, avoiding alcohol completely would be the best option. Liquor consumption can increase the risk of developing gout.<\/p>\n

                Alcohol is diuretic. It means that the body loses water content as you drink alcohol. This leads to problems in ligaments<\/strong> and tissues. Joints require fluids to move smoothly. Some medicines taken for arthritis<\/a> <\/strong>can affect the liver. If alcohol consumption accompanies, the liver will be burdened, which leads to many diseases.<\/p>\n

                Dr Chirag Patel, hip and knee joint replacement surgeon<\/a><\/strong> can guide you further if you have issues like arthritis. Book an appointment now!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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