Nutrition for Inflammation and Arthritis



Joint pain and stiffness are common complaints doctors hear from patients. Personal health advocate Carrie Bloemers says, arthritis is a common problem that can lead to joint swelling and pain. â??Itâ??s really uncomfortable and itâ??s something that people experience and live with daily.â?

There are natural things patients can do to minimize the pain without taking medication. â??The foods we eat can increase the inflammation levels in our body so therefore, if we are able to follow an anti-inflammatory diet with antioxidants we can help control some of the symptoms of arthritis and inflammation,â? said Bloemers.

Antioxidants lower levels of inflammation throughout the body. â??The goal is to minimize the overall symptoms so the aches and the pains from arthritis so they may have a lower dependency on some of the medications they are taking,â? said Bloemers.

Foods high in antioxidants like blueberries, grapes, and greens, can help with joint inflammation. But processed foods and foods in high fat and sugar can keep your joints inflamed. â??Not only do we need our blues and our purples, we need red, yellow, orange, and green nutrients so plant based materials every day too,â? said Bloemers.

A regular healthy diet can help with day to day pain and swelling. â??Eating blueberries one time isnâ??t going to make your knee feel better. Itâ??s your habits of including a healthy diet high in antioxidants, low in inflammatory foods, like high fatty processed meats or high sugar foods that over time are going to help lower the inflammation in your body,â? said Bloemers.

In addition to fruits and vegetables, health experts also recommend patients maintain an active lifestyle to prevent joint stiffness.


View More Health Matters video segments at LeeHealth.org/Healthmatters/

Lee Health in Fort Myers, FL is the largest network of health care facilities in Southwest Florida and is highly respected for its expertise, innovation and quality of care. For more than 100 years, weâ??ve been providing our community with personalized preventative health services and primary care to highly specialized care services and robotic assisted surgeries. Lee Health - Caring People. Inspiring Care.

Visit LeeHealth.org

Video Length: 01:50
Uploaded By: Lee Health
View Count: 466,249


Like us on Facebook:
Follow us on Twitter:


End Boring Workouts! Shop Now at Aviron!
End Boring Workouts! Shop Now at Aviron!
Free Shipping on 69+ Free Shipping on any orders over $69.
Shop Diet Direct and get free shipping now!


Other videos by Lee Health
National Nutrition Month
National Nutrition Month
It's an annual campaign that keeps you focused on your food. “The campaign was mostly made to make sure that consumers can make informed food choices ...
Video Length: 01:42
Uploaded By: Lee Health
View Count: 1,592

Featured Products
ProtiDiet Fruit Drink Concentrate, Tropical Fruits (7ct)
ProtiDiet Fruit Drink Concentrate, Tropical Fruits (7ct)

15 grams of protein 60 Calories Low Carb - 2g Net Carbs* Contains only 2 grams of sugar per serving Cholesterol Free Fat Free*g Net Carbs = Total Carbohydrates - Fiber - Sugar Alcohols ...

Our Price: 13.95

Rating: 5 out of 5 stars (5 out of 5)


WonderSlim Meal Replacement Protein Shake & Pudding, Vanilla Cream (7ct)
WonderSlim Meal Replacement Protein Shake & Pudding, Vanilla Cream (7ct)

15 grams Protein24 Vitamins & Minerals100 CaloriesLow FatLow CarbTrans Fat FreeSaturated Fat FreePromotes Fat Burning and Weight LossVegetarianKosherNo Gluten Containing IngredientsMade in the ...

List Price: $14.95
Our Price: 13.55

Rating: 5 out of 5 stars (5 out of 5)


WonderVites Advanced Probiotic Gastrointestinal Support, (60ct)
WonderVites Advanced Probiotic Gastrointestinal Support, (60ct)

Gastrointestinal Support*Aids in Digestion*Reduces Bloating & Gas*Builds Good Bacteria*Clinically Tested DE111 - Bacillus Subtilis Good Intestinal FloraShelf Stable 11.5 Billion viable cells per ...

List Price: $16.95
Our Price: 12.95

Back Pain Relief Exercises | Workouts for Lower Back Pain Relief | Truweight
Back Pain Relief Exercises | Workouts for Lower Back Pain Relief | Truweight
Back pain exercises: Are you looking for effective lower back pain relief exercises? Here's a detailed article with video about back pain exercises ...
Video Length: 04:18
Uploaded By: Possible
View Count: 8,603

A Simple Home Workout for Leg Day | Bodyweight Leg Workouts
A Simple Home Workout for Leg Day | Bodyweight Leg Workouts
Trendy Mami is a group of friends tied with common interests and lifestyle Motherhood | Health | Food & Nutrition | Fashion & Beauty Follow us on our adventure ...
Video Length: 06:41
Uploaded By: Trendy Mami
View Count: 476,876

25 Minute FULL BODY Home HIIT Workout | The Body Coach TV
25 Minute FULL BODY Home HIIT Workout | The Body Coach TV
Give this 25 minute full body workout a go and let me know what you think. I freestyled the moves so I didn't know what was ...
Video Length: 26:05
Uploaded By: The Body Coach TV
View Count: 2,239,477