Arthritis

Arthritis is defined by the presence of swollen and painful joints, which may affect one or multiple areas. The primary concerns associated with arthritis are stiffness and pain in the joints, and it is noteworthy that these symptoms tend to intensify with advancing age.

There are various forms of arthritis, with rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis being the most prevalent. Osteoarthritis involves the deterioration of cartilage in the bones, whereas rheumatoid arthritis is characterized by the immune system's attack on the joints, leading to their deterioration. Other types of arthritis can be triggered by elevated uric acid levels, lupus, or psoriasis. In addition to medication, dietary management is essential for effective treatment. A nutritious and well-balanced diet can help regulate uric acid levels, while also supplying the necessary energy and nutrients to support overall health and mitigate the risk of gout.

AVOID	ALLOWED TO TAKE
VEGETABLES	VEGETABLES
Canned & Frozen Vegetables, Raw Vegetables, Tomatoes, Eggplant / Brinjal, Radish, Ginger (In moderation)	Zucchini, Bottle Gourd, Bitter Gourd, Sweet Potato, Potato, Pumpkin, Coriander, Broccoli, Cabbage, Cauliflower, Mushroom, Carrot, Peas, Okra, Bell Pepper, Taro Roots, Onion, Ridge Gourd, Drumstick, Beetroot, Round Gourd, Turnip, Beans, Cucumber, Parsley, All Green Leafy Vegetables (Spinach, Mustard Greens, Fenugreek Leaves, Asparagus, Chicory Greens, Collard Greens), Brussel Sprouts, Lettuce, Kale, Squash
FRUITS	FRUITS
Canned & Frozen Fruits, Coconut, Citrus Fruits like Orange, Mango, Strawberry, Lime, Lemon, Grapes, Blueberry, Pineapple, Kiwi, Sour Cherries, Blackcurrant	Apple, Banana, Cherry, Avocado, Peaches, Pear, Pomegranate, Apricot, Blueberry, Amla, Plums, Dates, Papaya, Muskmelon, Watermelon, Fresh Coconut, Sapodilla
PULSES	PULSES
Canned & Frozen Pulses, All other Heavy Lentils	Yellow Lentils, Green Lentils, Split Pigeon Peas, Split Grams, Black Grams
MILK PRODUCTS	MILK PRODUCTS
All Other Dairy Products	Low-fat Milk with Turmeric, Cow’s Ghee – Limited
DRY FRUITS & SEEDS	DRY FRUITS & SEEDS
Cashew, Pistachio, Peanut	5-6 Almonds, 1 Walnut, 5-6 Raisins, 2 Figs, 2 Dates (All Soaked in Water Overnight), Flax Seeds, Sunflower Seeds
CEREALS	CEREALS
Refined Whole Grains, White Refined Flour and its Products, White Rice, Barley, Rye	Wheat, Brown Rice, Oats, Quinoa, Corn, Kodo Millet, Foxtail Millet, Little Millet, Browntop Millet, Kamut
OILS	OILS
Unsaturated Fats, Refined Oil, Palm Oil, Coconut Oil, Canola Oil	Olive Oil, Sunflower Oil, Rice Bran Oil, Mustard Oil
SPICES	SPICES
Excess Salt, Green & Red Chili, Pimiento Note – Nearly all the Spices are to be Limited. Only Plain and Simple Food is to be Preferred.	Turmeric, Cumin, Coriander, Black Pepper, Thyme, Fennel, Dry Ginger, Basil, Mustard Seeds, Nutmeg, Curry Leaves, Cloves, Celery, Cinnamon, Sesame, Limited Rock Salt, Rosemary
FLESH FOODS / NON-VEG	FLESH FOODS / NON-VEG
Avoid All other Non-Vegetarian Food	Egg white, Skinless Chicken, Lean Meat – Both 75-100 Grams
OTHER FOODS	OTHER FOODS
Packaged, Canned, Processed, Fried, Spicy, Junk, Cream-based and Bakery Products, Refined Sugar, Alcohol, Soft drinks, Squashes, Jams, Sauces, Pickles, Coffee, Tea, Chocolates, Vinegar, Ice-cream	Vermicelli, Veg Poha, Salad, Sprouts, Tofu, Soy Milk

HOME REMEDIES

Coriander Seeds Water: Boil 4 – 5 leaves in 2 cups of water till it’s reduced to 1 cup.
Ginger Tulsi Tea: Boil a 1-inch piece of Ginger, 5-6 Basil leaves, and add a pinch of Black Pepper in 2 cups
of water till it’s reduced to 1 cup.
Flaxseed Water: Roasted Flax seed 1 tsp with normal water can be consumed, after meals.
Herbal Teas:

Boil 1 tsp. each of Fennel, Dhaniya, and Cumin in 3 cups of Water till it’s reduced to 1 cup. Take this Herbal Concoction twice a day.
Fresh Homemade Green Tea without Lemon.

OTHER TIPS / RECOMMENDATIONS FOR HEART PATIENTS

Do not skip any meal, especially Breakfast.
Increase Consumption of seasonal fruits and vegetables.
Must Drink 8- 10 Glasses of Water Daily, it detoxifies.
Walking for 30 min is recommended.
Whole Fruit should be Preferred to Fruit Juices.
Avoid Smoking and Alcohol.
Manage your weight. If you are overweight, reduce it as extra weight puts more pressure on knees, feet, hips, and other joints.
Go for light exercises like walking, cycling, or swimming. It helps in managing weight and maintaining good flexibility of joints.
Yoga can help in the reduction of stress, eases joint pains, and improves joint flexibility. The asanas that can be done in this condition (under supervision) are Eagle pose, Forward bend, Bow pose, Camel pose, Child pose, Head-to-knee pose, Knee-to-chest pose
Abhyanga massage can be a good way to relieve arthritic pain. It is a sort of oil massage which can be done at home also with sesame oil.
Take some castor oil mixed with turmeric and rub it on the painful joint. Then wrap that joint with a towel and place a hot bottle over it (as much your body can tolerate) for around 10 minutes.
Pranayama can be a good option to ease arthritic pain as it has been used since ancient times to treat various illnesses like arthritis.
Avoid stress as it is also a triggering factor. You can do Yoga and meditation for it.
Food items not mentioned in this diet chart can be consumed in moderation.
In General, all kinds of artificial, packed, industrial, and processed food items should be avoided.
Behavior plays an important role in preventing diseases, so keep yourself away from negative thoughts, anger, greed, and Ego.