Eating Right for Osteoarthritis (OA) of the Knee
Inflammation produces free radicals, the cell-damaging molecules that are formed in response to toxins and natural bodily processes. The synovium (the cushion between knee joints) is as prone to free-radical damage as the skin, eyes, or any other body tissue. Antioxidants protect the body from free radicals. Older research from the Proceedings of the National Academy of […]
Easy Exercises for Knee Arthritis
How exercise helps knee arthritis Arthritis affects millions of people around the world. Two of the most common types are osteoarthritis (OA) and rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Both types often lead to knee pain. Exercising an arthritic knee may seem counterintuitive, but regular exercise can actually lessen — and even relieve — arthritis pain and other symptoms, such as stiffness and […]
7 Common Causes of Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis (OA) is a degenerative and inflammatory joint condition which occurs when the cartilage that cushions the joints wears away. Cartilage is a buffer of sorts that lets your joints move smoothly. When cartilage begins to break down, your bones end up rubbing together when you move. The friction causes: inflammation pain stiffness Many of the […]
Diet and osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis is a condition in which the cushion of cartilage between your joints breaks down and wears away. It can cause severe joint pain and swelling. Osteoarthritis (OA) is an inflammatory condition. Eating foods that contribute to inflammation in the body can aggravate its symptoms. Avoiding certain foods could help you prevent OA flare-ups. Here’s a list […]
