The vegetables that could be making your arthritis pain worse Q: I read your response regarding the different forms of arthritis the other day, and am wondering what is the best supplement for arthritis? Dr. Wright: Actually, before you rely on supplements to relieve or control arthritis pain, you might want to try a different approach: Eliminating all of the nightshade vegetables-tomatoes, potatoes, Bell peppers of all colors, eggplant, and (if you haven't quit already), tobacco. Over the years, I've found that sensitivity to this family of plants can play a significant role in many cases of arthritis. Unfortunately, there's no test for nightshade sensitivity, so the only way to tell if they're contributing to your problem is to eliminate all of these foods for several months and observe whether it helps you or not. (If you want more details, go to www.noarthritis.com.) |
