Diet alone may not cure inflammatory disease, but adding a few super foods to your diet can help strengthen your bones, reduce inflammation, and boost your immune system. Here are six foods you can add to your diet to help treat the symptoms of inflammatory conditions: 

1. Cherries

Anthocyanin is a natural pigment found in cherries, strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, and blackberries that has both anti-bacterial as well as anti-inflammatory properties. Studies have shown that adding cherries to your diet can help manage and reduce chronic inflammation.

2. Fish

Fish are known to have a high content of Omega-3 fatty acids, which are linked to reduced inflammation. Experts recommend adding a minimum of three to four ounces of fish to your diet twice a week. Fish such as salmon, tuna, mackerel, and herring are high in Omega-3s and low in mercury.

 

3. Soy

Soybeans are low-fat but high in fiber. They contain polyunsaturated fats that help reduce inflammation. Adding soy to the diet can help provide relief to those who suffer from arthritis and joint pain.

4. Grain

High serum globulin has been linked to inflammation leading to cardiomyopathy, polygenic disorders, and autoimmune disease. Whole grains have been found to reduce globulin in the blood, helping to reduce inflammation. Whole grains can be easily added to the diet by eating whole grain oatmeal, rice, or cereal.

5. Grapes

Grapes are a delicious addition to the diet that can also help treat arthritis and joint pain. They are nutrient-dense, high in antioxidants, and contain proanthocyanidin, which has shown promising effects in the treatment of inflammatory disease.

6. Nuts

Nuts are a wonderful dietary addition that can help with both arthritis and joint pain. They are rich in macromolecules, calcium, magnesium, zinc, vitamin E, and immune-boosting alpha omega-6 (AreLA), and fiber. Adding walnuts, pine nuts, pistachios, or almonds to the diet could help reduce joint pain and has even been shown to help with weight loss.

Adding these six foods to your diet is an easy and delicious way to help treat arthritis and joint pain. I hope you’ve enjoyed reading about these foods. Let us know if you give them a try.