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Nonsense keto and carnivore diets works the best for inflammation
Dr Peng, I am obese 117 kilos 50 year old woman. So eating and weight matters in knee osteoarthritis and miniscus damage pain and stiffness. I am between vegan and carnivore diet, to tell you the truth. Thank u in advance🌎💙🇬🇷
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So much talking and so little precise information!!
Great video but I still don’t know what food helps for arthritis
Dear God, this podcast is appalling. It couldn't be more patently anti meat unless he wore a "veganism is great" t-shirt. No studies with low carb & high meat? Are you dipping into debunked 1980s junk science sponsored by the corrupt American Heart Foundation? This really is appalling. The food pyramid is responsible for millions dead. You're parroting this bunk.
My Arthritis journey
https://youtu.be/Og5oFw9-DkA?si=4KbcfKGUiHlzhftU
Do only illiterate people usually watch these videos? Jesus Christ
Western Diet? You mean American Diet. Some other Western Countries are among the healthiest people in the World. We don’t eat the same foods as Europeans or Australians.
Dr Peng are you pilipino,?
If I ate this suggested diet I would be crippled!
When following low carb/keto I have much less pain. If I splurge and say, eat a piece of cake (sugar, refined flour) my joints and cartilage feel like they are on fire!
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Thankyu Doctor Peng❤❤🇦🇺🇦🇺🇵🇭🇵🇭
I get the feeling this dude still has the old food pyramid
way too much inconsistency on you tube today
Bariatric surgery can cause malnutrition, especially bypass surgery. Also people who have the surgery tend to have the worst processed diets and the most weight. And most people who have bariatric surgery stay overweight longterm, even if they do lose a lot of weight from the surgery. They don't reach a healthy BMI, just a healthier BMI. Note I said most. Some do, but most don't. All these reasons can explain why that group has worse longer term joint outcomes than people who didn't have surgery.
Fat meat DOES NOT CAUSE Arthritis . Stop lying to ppl !!! It's the carbs and plants that are the cause of Arthritis, diabetes, cancer…Healthy people don't make money for the Big Pharma and food industry… Obviously they want you off the track…
BOLOGNA! OXALATES! CARNIVORE will cure it!
It's not so complicated Doc
Just eat lots of meat, avoid grains, fruits and nuts.
Don't control the amount you eat. Eat eat and eat.
Weight loss is insane
Pain goes away
Just do it
Results in days.
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Nice video..Boswellia curcumin capsules of Planet Ayurveda helps in providing relief from the pain that is caused due to arthritis. It also helps in reducing the inflammation and stiffness of the joints.
Tomato and potato makes my fingers hurt. And I love them both! However, I am in less pain when I don’t eat them.
I avoid orange juice and vitamin c and processed meats like hot dogs. And I got rheumatoid arthritis
Planet Ayurveda's Orthovita Oil is a lifesaver. My chronic pain has decreased drastically. So grateful!
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the description says it (the diet) only reduces symptoms. What about the actual progression of the destruction of the bones and cartilage, or recovering cartilage?
Can anyone here who have Fibromyalgia???
Great video – thank you!
It makes perfect sense that weight loss would improve arthritis in weight bearing joints. Does it also help improve osteoarthritis pain in the finger joints?
Very interesting and helpful info., but boring since it is so monotone !
HiDr! Interesting speech and info. ! However, woild you first explain what is arthritis, symptom……!
My problem is arthritis but I'm under weight not a big eater I can't afford to lose any more.
TOMATOES?? WOW! Everything I've read said tomatoes cause inflation.
I was suffering with early stage arthritis with painful knees, elbows, wrists and hips which was preventing me from doing physical work. I researched my symptoms and experimented with going on a Keto low carb diet, eliminating vegetable and seed oils and eventually progressed to a carnivore diet dropping all carbs. Four years on all my inflammation and pains have disappeared, lost weight and lowered blood pressure. I can now walk and work as normal again.
Cutting refined sugar is definitely something that helps. Less spikes in the insulin means that you’re less likely to have an inflammatory attack.
Thanks very much kindly ❤️ 🙏
Thank you Dr. Song Jongki
I left out wheat and that really helped , I have IBD wheat is very bad . I only have fish , vegetables and fruit now with tea
This diet works for me. I have had arthritis. I was taking an anti-inflammatory med, Meloxicam. My last Dr suggested I reduce my carbohydrates. I will have a new Dr this year, as that Dr moved to Florida. I have watched 40 or 50 videos on diets. I have been thinking the extreme diets are not the best. The Mediterranean diet
With the low carbs works great for me. I now eat a 3 egg omelet in the morning with mushrooms and garlic. My lunch is a smoothie made with blueberries and strawberries. In the smoothie is half a teaspoon of each turmeric/ginger/cinnamon, also a piece of banana, and a large tablespoon of apple sauce. I do add an ounce or two of coconut milk. The smoothie is only about 10 oz. A can of sardines and a teaspoon of fiber completes lunch. Diner is a salad with beets and a whole avocado, and an egg with tuna and mayo. I eat no bread. I know it works because I have had this diet for over a year. When my inti inflammatory drug ran out, I did not have the joint and whole body soreness. Now, I only take a low dose statin and low dose aspirin. 73 years young, lol.
Whats the nutrient that is deficient that we need?
Food for thought…..sometimes it’s not the vegetables or fruit you eat but the poisonous toxic pesticides that is sprayed on these vegetables and fruit that causes the arthritis. Best to grow your own or buy from organic farmer👍😉
I'm a Finn, lifelong blue eyed blonde. At 72 I began feeling terrible pain in my toes, feet, ankles and knees. Every step was agony. Sleeping on my back, the weight of a sheet caused so much agony pressing on my toenails to waken me in near-tears. Soon after, I began feeling pain and numbness in my fingers, thumb, wrist and elbows. I was losing sensation in my fingers and hands. Saw a Rheumatologist, got Xrays of all affected joints. Dr. said I had osteoarthritis, normal wear/tear and nothing I can do to lessen or stop it. But he could give an RX. for meds. My D.O. suggested this was likely allergic inflammation – give up all meat, processed foods, sugar, salt, dairy, eggs, etc. and go to a plant based diet. I took her advice. Within 30 days all my debilitating, painful symptoms went away!!! And, I was scheduled for a Medicare paid cataract operation on my left eye. It took a year, but my cataract disappeared. – If I "cheat", I will feel pain in my joints within 6-12 hours after cheating. 2 forkfuls of turkey thigh caused pain in my knees for over 3 days! I can eat fish/seafood and angus beef. I think my osteo-allergy might be related to all the chemicals injected into animals to speed maturity/fatten them for slaughter/etc.
Thank u dr
This is me so so much pain . Trying to lose weight . And go on antinflamitry diet . Thank u for yr video . Regards uk
What about milk products in anti inflammation diet
Thanks for good info.
Awesome video. Diet is indeed important. I think these help too:
For managing osteoarthritis:
1. *Stay Active:* Engage in low-impact exercises to maintain joint flexibility and strength.
2. *Manage Weight:* Maintain a healthy weight to reduce stress on weight-bearing joints.
3. *Use Joint Protection Techniques:* Be mindful of joint movements and avoid excessive stress. Use assistive devices if needed.
4. *Hot and Cold Therapy:* Apply heat or cold packs to ease pain and reduce inflammation.
5. *Medications:* Consult with a healthcare professional for pain relief and anti-inflammatory medications if necessary.
6. *Physical Therapy:* Work with a physical therapist to develop a tailored exercise program and improve joint function.
7. *Balanced Diet:* Consume a well-balanced diet with anti-inflammatory foods like fruits, vegetables, and omega-3 fatty acids.
8. *Joint Supplements:* Discuss with your healthcare provider about the potential benefits of supplements like glucosamine and chondroitin.
Always consult with your healthcare team for personalized advice and treatment options.
Food tips starts at 8.55 only