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7 foods that reduce joint pain
7. Sweet potatoes are good news for joint pain!
These golden tubers are an excellent source of nutrients known to fight inflammation; namely, vitamins C and E, which are powerful antioxidants, and the carotenoids alpha-carotene and beta-carotene. Specifically, researchers have found that carotenoids can inhibit the production of inflammatory substances (e.g., cytokines such as prostaglandin E2 and interleukin-8). Along with sweet potatoes, other orange foods rich in these anti-inflammatory factors include apricots, cantaloupe, carrots, and pumpkin.
Overall, a Mediterranean-type diet is one that focuses on foods that fight inflammation and/or don’t promote it. That means your diet should be high in fruits, vegetables, beans and legumes, nuts, fish, and olive oil, while significantly limiting or avoiding foods that promote inflammation and joint pain — red meat, saturated fats, sugar, and dairy products.
