This is The Hidden Culprit behind Your Arthritis Pain
The joint inflammation of arthritis is the chief culprit behind your joint damage, stiffness, swelling, and pain. Inflammation is at the root of many chronic diseases, not just arthritis. It plays a role in heart disease, asthma, and even certain cancers, as well as many pain conditions.
When arthritis sets in, most people figure it’s just part of getting older.
And that’s what mainstream doctors will tell you, too.
They call osteoarthritis, the most common kind of joint pain, “wear-and-tear” arthritis. That’s because they believe it is caused by age and overworked joints.
But a study shows this theory may be completely wrong. Arthritis pain may instead be caused by something you eat every day.
Being overweight is strongly linked to osteoarthritis. The extra weight is thought to increase the burden on joints, leading to inflammation and pain.
But many overweight and obese people don’t have arthritis. Scientists from the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation (OMRF) in Oklahoma City wanted to find out if something in a person’s diet might be the cause, not “wear and tear.”
The researchers placed groups of lab mice on different diets for six months. Some got fatter, some got thinner, and some stayed the same weight.
But one factor more than any other determined whether they would suffer from osteoarthritis
Carbohydrate intake, not overall calories or weight gain, determined their risk of developing osteoarthritis.
And the type of carbs made a difference, as well. Sugar, in particular, caused more joint inflammation than other types of carbs.
Dr. Tim Griffin is an adjunct associate professor OMRF. He led the study.
The study reveals “how much diet itself affects (osteoarthritis) risk,” he said. “These findings give us new clues that there can be significant dietary effects linked to increased osteoarthritis risk even in the absence of obesity.”
While the study involved mice, Dr. Griffin said it is likely the findings apply to humans. The research was published in the journal Disease Models & Mechanisms.
Osteoarthritis affects about 27 million Americans. If you are one of them, try reducing your carbs, especially sugar. It might not only ease your arthritis, but improve your overall health. Try to limit your carbs to about 100 grams per day.
It’s not always easy to avoid sugar. Some foods you would never suspect are chock-full of it. Here are five to watch out for:
Granola: It’s often full of sugar and other carbs. A three-quarter cup serving might have 10 grams of sugar. That’s like spooning two teaspoons of pure sugar into your mouth.
Fruit juice: Commercial juices are often packed with about the same amount of sugar as soda.
Spaghetti sauce: Bottled sauces can be jammed with sugar. Be sure to read the label for brands with lower total carbohydrates. Better yet, make your own sauce from fresh tomatoes.
Dried fruit: It seems like it would be good for you. But a quarter cut of raisins has 31 grams of carbs.
Yogurt: Many brands are filled with added sugar. Greek and Icelandic are lower in carbs.
If you suffer from osteoarthritis, try reducing your carb intake—especially sugar. You may find that it makes all the difference in how your joints feel.
SOURCE: NATIONAL HEALTH INSTITUTE
When arthritis sets in, most people figure it’s just part of getting older.
And that’s what mainstream doctors will tell you, too.
They call osteoarthritis, the most common kind of joint pain, “wear-and-tear” arthritis. That’s because they believe it is caused by age and overworked joints.
But a study shows this theory may be completely wrong. Arthritis pain may instead be caused by something you eat every day.
Being overweight is strongly linked to osteoarthritis. The extra weight is thought to increase the burden on joints, leading to inflammation and pain.
But many overweight and obese people don’t have arthritis. Scientists from the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation (OMRF) in Oklahoma City wanted to find out if something in a person’s diet might be the cause, not “wear and tear.”
Carbs Trigger Osteoarthritis
The researchers placed groups of lab mice on different diets for six months. Some got fatter, some got thinner, and some stayed the same weight.
But one factor more than any other determined whether they would suffer from osteoarthritis
Carbohydrate intake, not overall calories or weight gain, determined their risk of developing osteoarthritis.
And the type of carbs made a difference, as well. Sugar, in particular, caused more joint inflammation than other types of carbs.
Dr. Tim Griffin is an adjunct associate professor OMRF. He led the study.
The study reveals “how much diet itself affects (osteoarthritis) risk,” he said. “These findings give us new clues that there can be significant dietary effects linked to increased osteoarthritis risk even in the absence of obesity.”
While the study involved mice, Dr. Griffin said it is likely the findings apply to humans. The research was published in the journal Disease Models & Mechanisms.
5 Foods With Stealth Sugar
Osteoarthritis affects about 27 million Americans. If you are one of them, try reducing your carbs, especially sugar. It might not only ease your arthritis, but improve your overall health. Try to limit your carbs to about 100 grams per day.
It’s not always easy to avoid sugar. Some foods you would never suspect are chock-full of it. Here are five to watch out for:
Granola: It’s often full of sugar and other carbs. A three-quarter cup serving might have 10 grams of sugar. That’s like spooning two teaspoons of pure sugar into your mouth.
Fruit juice: Commercial juices are often packed with about the same amount of sugar as soda.
Spaghetti sauce: Bottled sauces can be jammed with sugar. Be sure to read the label for brands with lower total carbohydrates. Better yet, make your own sauce from fresh tomatoes.
Dried fruit: It seems like it would be good for you. But a quarter cut of raisins has 31 grams of carbs.
Yogurt: Many brands are filled with added sugar. Greek and Icelandic are lower in carbs.
If you suffer from osteoarthritis, try reducing your carb intake—especially sugar. You may find that it makes all the difference in how your joints feel.
SOURCE: NATIONAL HEALTH INSTITUTE
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