Rheumatologists and nutritionists confirm that there is no such thing as an 'arthritis diet.' Because the term arthritis refers to more than 100 different diseases that involve the joints, there is no one treatment - diet or otherwise - for all of the diseases. Researchers do recommend a good balanced diet for people with arthritis. The exceptions are:
GOUT: foods high in purines can raise the level of uric acid in the body.
OA and weight: being overweight can increase the risk of OA in knees.
Osteoporosis: Diet low in calcium or high in alcohol can increase the risk.
Reiters syndrome: Food or water spoiled by certain kinds of bacteria can lead to Reiters syndrome.
Is there a special diet for arthritis?
