What should be avoided in osteoarthritis?
Disease description:
After developing osteoarthritis, patients experience various discomforts. To recover more quickly, they need proper medication and dietary adjustments. So, what should people with osteoarthritis avoid eating?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Lin Yunfei
Patients with osteoarthritis should avoid spicy and irritating foods in their diet. Greasy, raw, and cold foods can easily exacerbate joint inflammation, leading to joint effusion and synovial hyperplasia, which will have a very negative impact on treatment. In particular, patients should avoid consuming chili peppers or foods high in salt and sugar. Patients should focus on eating light, bland foods. Some symptomatic treatments can be used to manage arthritis, including oral medications, local acupuncture, or physical therapy, which can effectively reduce inflammation and relieve pain.
