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cheribundi and arthritis foundation
Tuesday, September 11 |Arthritis Foundation

Nutrients in Tart Cherries Can Help Fight Arthritis Pain

Though living with arthritis is the pits,life can be better with a bowl of cherries. Specifically, tart cherries, which are different from sweet cherries and not usually eaten in their fresh state. They are popular in juices, smoothies, baking and recipe creation, including cherry pies, cherry desserts and other cherry-based concoctions. Several studies have linked the consumption of tart cherries to decreased inflammation and inflammatory-related conditions like arthritis.Continue readingNutrients in Tart Cherries Can Help Fight Arthritis Pain→

genetically modified foods
Wednesday, May 16 |Arthritis Foundation

Genetically Modified Foods: What You Should Know

When you have arthritis, you know that what you put in your body has a huge impact on your health and well being. Maybe you’ve seen foods in grocery stores marked “Non GMO” or heard the debate over genetically modified organisms, and you may be wondering if you should avoid them. Opponents say foods with GMOs may be harmful, and a law was passed in 2016 requiring labels on them. Some manufacturers are voluntarily labeling their products. But experts say safety concerns are overblown.

“There is a lot of confusion and fear surrounding GMO ingredients in foods,” says registered dietitian Kim Larson, a spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Let’s clear up the confusion.

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superfoods for arthritis
Wednesday, March 14 |Arthritis Foundation

Nourish Your Organs with These Superfoods

You probably already know thatdiet and arthritis symptomsare inextricably linked. Sugary, high-fat, processed foods may trigger an inflammatory response while those that arerich in anti-inflammatory compounds, such as fruits, vegetables and heart-healthy fats may help quiet symptoms.

“Each organ in the body is responsible for specific functions, but food, stress and everyday living can compromise their ability to do their jobs effectively,” explains Sonya Angelone, MS, RDN, CL, spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. The organs of people living with arthritis are vulnerable to suboptimal functioning, not only because of the disease itself, but also because of its treatments.

The good news: You can help support each organ system – and stave off other chronic diseases – by amping up your intake of certain foods.

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Fresh Vs. Frozen Fruit
Monday, June 12 |Arthritis Foundation

Anti-inflammatory Fruits and Veggies — Fresh, Canned or Frozen?

There’s nothing quite like eating a handful of freshly picked blueberries on a warm summer day, each bite bursting with flavor and inflammation-fighting polyphenols, bone-building minerals and must-have vitamins. Surprisingly, you can get nearly the same nutrition from a bag of frozen blueberries.

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