Next time you have aches and pains in your body, don’t head straight for the Advil. Instead, turn to foods to help heal your joints.<\/p>\n
“Joint<\/span>\u00a0pain<\/span>\u00a0has a connection to inflammation \u2013 more inflammation can equal more\u00a0pain<\/span>\u00a0and irritation, and food plays a role by either calming or stoking inflammation,”\u00a0says Ginger Hultin<\/a>,\u00a0a registered dietitian. So if you’re suffering from joint pain, consider incorporating these five foods into your diet.<\/p>\n Fatty fish Walnuts Seeds
\n<\/strong>When it comes to improving symptoms like joint swelling and pain, research strongly supports fish oil. “Current guidelines recommend that people eat fish twice a week,” says Hultin. “Choose salmon, anchovies, sardines, or halibut for the highest omega-3 content.”<\/p>\n
\n<\/strong>Omega-3s are important when it comes to reducing inflammation, and eating fish isn\u2019t the only way to get these fatty acids. “Walnuts are specifically rich in monounsaturated\u00a0and polyunsaturated\u00a0fats that have been shown to calm inflammation in the body,” says Hultin.<\/p>\n
\n<\/strong>Seeds are another great source of anti-inflammatory omega-3 fatty acids, and it can be added to just about any food. “Think chia, hemp,\u00a0and flax specifically,” says Hultin. “Sprinkle these high fiber seeds in cereal, granola, or on yogurt to reap the benefits.”<\/p>\n