Most Common Foods Proven To Help With Arthritis

Walnuts

Walnuts have measured health benefits for individuals with rheumatoid arthritis. Those with this condition have double the risk of developing heart disease as other healthy adults. Other types of arthritis can also increase an individual's risk of heart disease. Researchers have found consuming nuts reduces heart disease risk, and walnuts perform better than any other nuts for this purpose. The majority of nuts have high amounts of unsaturated fat, antioxidants, and fiber, but walnuts are also rich in omega-3 fatty acids. These acids lower a number of cardiovascular health risks. One study showed the daily consumption of walnuts led to lower overall blood pressure, including the blood pressure response to common stressors. Some researchers have found data indicating omega-3 fatty acids from fish oils can reduce joint pain related to rheumatoid arthritis, but there isn't adequate data yet regarding if the omega-3s in walnuts have the same effects.

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