Our joints are true marvels of nature and ensure that our body remains mobile. As long as everything is running smoothly, we do not notice our joints until discomfort arises. Then it can become really unpleasant, and quality of life and mobility are restricted. Over the years, the body's ability to supply cartilage with necessary substances diminishes. Consequently, it happens more frequently that the cartilage becomes drier, develops cracks, and begins to degenerate. In addition to age-related causes, such joint wear can also be caused by genetics, stress, unhealthy diet, as well as insufficient or repetitive physical strain in leisure and work.
Through overuse, inflammation, injuries, or illnesses such as rheumatoid arthritis or osteoarthritis, joints can make their presence felt. A diet for joints can make an important contribution to supporting the joint system.
5 tips for a joint-healthy diet
- Reduce consumption of sausage and meat, as high meat intake is said to promote inflammatory processes in the body. The joints are affected by this as well.
- Avoid phosphate-rich foods, such as cola, ready-made meals, processed cheese, or processed meat products.
- Eat an Omega-3-rich diet: Nuts, avocado, or fatty fish are rich in omega-3 fatty acids. Alternatively, supplements like krill oil with bioactive omega-3 fatty acids help meet these requirements. Why omega-3 fatty acids? Because polyunsaturated fatty acids, such as omega-3s, are considered anti-inflammatory.
- Vegetables and fruits are rich in vitamin C and antioxidants; alternatively, supplements like high-dose liposomal vitamin C can provide support.
- Pay attention to well-known substances like glucosamine, N-acetyl-glucosamine (NAG), and chondroitin. They are natural components of cartilage and connective tissue. Keep these points in mind when choosing a diet for your joints.
Our tip: Nobilin Gelenk Complex® capsules from Medicom contain an optimally balanced active ingredient mix for more mobility, consisting of turmeric, frankincense, hemp oil, vitamin C, vitamin D3, calcium, zinc, and manganese.
Nobilin Joint Complex®
With curcumin extract, frankincense and hemp oil
• Would you like to know which other vital substances can support you in achieving more movement and fitness? Then read the blog post: More movement and fitness with these vital substances.
• Studies show that krill oil can help with joint problems. Listen to the podcast or read this article on the subject: Can krill oil be helpful for joint pain? Studies on krill oil – Episode 5
