Nutritionist Mosley: Turmeric, Cayenne Pepper, Ginger Help Relieve Joint Pain with arthritis, said nutritionist Michael Mosley, writes the Daily Express.
Turmeric is the first of four spices that have a positive effect on the body. Its active ingredient, curcumin, is considered pain relieving. “Curcumin blocks inflammatory cytokines and enzymes in two inflammatory pathways,” the physician advised. Cayenne pepper and other dried chillies also help combat joint pain by relieving it. This type of pepper contains compounds known as capsaicinoids, which have anti-inflammatory properties.
According to the expert, you need to include more cinnamon in your diet. “It contains cinnamaldehyde and cinnamic acid, both of which have antioxidant properties, and help suppress cell damage caused by free radicals,” the study said.
Another beneficial ingredient, ginger, is naturally anti-inflammatory.
Earlier, nutritionist Tatyana Dick urged Russians to include cinnamon, turmeric, thyme, sage and oregano in their diet. These spices are rich in antioxidants that have anti-cancer effects and fight free radicals.