Arthritis at Avocado

Arthritis and Avocado

In a study of a published journal by The Physician and Sports medicine, researchers found that avocados contain key ingredients that could help patients with arthritis.

Avocados are good sources of vitamin E, a micro nutrient with anti-inflammatory effects. Diets high in these combinations are linked to a decreased risk of the joint damage seen in early Osteoarthritis.

Avocado contains phytosterols (such as beta-sitosterol, campesterol, and stigmasterol) which was believed to possess anti-inflammatory properties thus making this super food an ideal food for arthritis patients.

Similarly, another component of avocado which is known as polyhydroxylated fatty alcohols are also believed to have anti-inflammatory properties.

Due to the presence of a large number of xanthophyll carotenoids (such as lutein and zeaxanthin which are rich in anti-oxidant properties), avocados play an important role in decreasing the oxidative and inflammatory stress in the body that can further increase deterioration or damage to bone cartilage. As we all know, damage to bone cartilage can result in more pain, swelling, and stiffness.

Additionally, oleic acid (an anti-inflammatory acid) in avocados also plays a vital role in the activation of the different pathways of immune-competent cells.

Delicious Ways of Eating Avocados

1.       Cut it into chunks and drizzle it with a little olive oil, balsamic vinegar, pepper, and salt.

2.       Use pureed avocado as a spread on toast and sandwiches.

3.       Use avocado to make tuna, chicken, or egg salads.

4.       Used as the main ingredient to make avocado soup, or add avocado to other soups.