10 Foods That Help Arthritis
Helpful Arthritis Food #6: Ginger
Ginger is a root that is often used in folk medicine or as a spice. Ginger contains water, carbohydrates, protein, and negligible fat. It contains moderate amounts of vitamin B6, magnesium, and manganese. Ginger has also been used as a home remedy for arthritis. A study in 2001 that involved giving ginger extract reported that 63 percent of the participants experienced improvements in their knee pain due to osteoarthritis.
A test tube study found that ginger blocked the production of substances that causes inflammation in the body. Another animal model study reported decreased levels of inflammatory marker when given ginger extract. Those interested can consume ginger in the dried, powdered, or fresh form.
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