Maintaining a healthy weight, controlling inflammation, and keeping an eye on your vitamin D levels can help reduce pain and stiffness associated with osteoarthritis -- and may even slow progression of the disease. A registered dietitian at Duke Health talks about the links among excess body weight, inflammation, and osteoarthritis and what you can do to manage your condition and improve your quality of life.
00:00 Intro
00:12 What are the symptoms of arthritis?
00:18 Can losing weight help arthritis?
00:48 How do I lose weight?
01:03 What foods should arthritis patients should eat?
01:08 Antioxidant foods
01:33 Omega-3 fatty acids foods
01:55 Spices that help arthritis
02:09 What foods should arthritis patients avoid?
02:33 Why is hydration important?
02:46 How do I get Vitamin D?
03:10 Does what I eat affect osteoarthritis?
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