Arthritis-Soothing Foods Recommended by Rheumatologists

Lisette Marie

17. Lentils & Beans (Pulses Power): Plant-Powered Inflammation Fighters

chickpeas. Photo Credit: Envato @tycoon101

This humble family of legumes – including lentils, chickpeas, black beans, and kidney beans – are nutritional powerhouses for arthritis management. They are loaded with anti-inflammatory phytonutrients, antioxidants, and an excellent source of fiber, which supports a healthy gut microbiome (crucial for managing inflammation). Plus, they offer quality plant-based protein to support muscle strength around joints. Incorporate them into soups, stews, salads, or make bean-based dips for a budget-friendly, joint-supporting dietary staple.

18. Pineapple: Nature's Bromelain Boost

Slices of pineapple in a bowl and whole fresh pineapples on a tray. Photo Credit: Envato @Artem_ka2

This tropical delight contains a potent enzyme called bromelain, renowned for its impressive anti-inflammatory and analgesic (pain-relieving) properties, particularly beneficial for osteoarthritis. Bromelain is thought to help reduce swelling and pain by influencing certain inflammatory pathways. Enjoy fresh pineapple as a snack, in fruit salads, or blended into smoothies. The core of the pineapple contains the highest concentration of bromelain, so don't discard it if you're juicing or blending for maximum effect!

BACK

(9 of 36)

<div class="ads ads-1 collapse-container group-display-adsense unit-2024-desktop-rail-336x600-long zone-slideshow-desktop-rail-bottom">
<script async src="https://pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/js/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-6736552601239305"
     crossorigin="anonymous"></script>

<ins class="adsbygoogle"
     style="display:inline-block;width:300px;height:600px"
     data-ad-client="ca-pub-6736552601239305"
     data-ad-slot="7087745678"></ins>
<script>
     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});
</script>
<script>
  addBlurHandler('sdr-bottom', function (el, zone) {
    if (cf_utm_source === 'bing') {
        uetqApi('outbound_click', {
            'event_category': 'PPC',
            'event_label': 'Adsense',
            'event_value': '1'
        });
        console.log('Fired bing.');
    }
	
	if (cf_utm_source === 'google') {
		gtag('event', 'conversion', {
			'send_to': 'AW-17008664059/yUYKCMCtl7kaEPu7rq4_',
			'value': 0.0,
			'currency': 'USD'
		});
    	console.log('Fired Google Conversion.');
	}
	
    console.log('Fired pixel.');
});
</script>
</div>

OpenAI Playground 2025-05-13 at 10.55.45.png

<div class="ads ads-1 collapse-container group-display-adsense unit-2024-desktop-rail-336x280-sticky zone-slideshow-desktop-rail-sticky">
<script async src="https://pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/js/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-6736552601239305"
     crossorigin="anonymous"></script>

<ins class="adsbygoogle"
     style="display:inline-block;width:300px;height:280px"
     data-ad-client="ca-pub-6736552601239305"
     data-ad-slot="9869999824"></ins>
<script>
     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});
</script>
<script>
  addBlurHandler('sdr-sticky', function (el, zone) {
    if (cf_utm_source === 'bing') {
        uetqApi('outbound_click', {
            'event_category': 'PPC',
            'event_label': 'Adsense',
            'event_value': '1'
        });
        console.log('Fired bing.');
    }
	
	if (cf_utm_source === 'google') {
	  gtag('event', 'conversion', {
		'send_to': 'AW-17008664059/yUYKCMCtl7kaEPu7rq4_',
		'value': 0.0,
		'currency': 'USD'
	  });
	  console.log('Fired Google Conversion.');
  	}

console.log('Fired pixel.');
});
</script>
</div>

17. Lentils & Beans (Pulses Power): Plant-Powered Inflammation Fighters

18. Pineapple: Nature's Bromelain Boost

MORE FROM HealthPrep