Are you suffering with Joint Pain?

Why do my joints hurt?

It is estimated that more than 9 million people in the UK suffer from arthritis and related conditions, experiencing frequent stiffness, pain, swelling, fatigue and reduced mobility.  Inflammation occurs as the body’s immune system targets affected joints, leading to pain and swelling which can be debilitating.

Treatment generally focuses on pain relief and anti-inflammatory medication. However, in many cases this medication can present unwanted side effects such as raised blood pressure, diarrhea and increased susceptibility to infection.

Joint pain symptoms:

Typical joint pain symptoms include:

• Persistently aching joints such as ankles, wrists, knees, hips, back or shoulders
• Stiffness or swelling in joints
• Pain during movement

Joint Pain and Diet

If you find yourself asking “why do my joints hurt?” and experience prolonged aches and pains without an obvious cause you should visit your doctor to rule out any underlying medical conditions.

If you continue to experience persistent aching joints, it may be a good opportunity to take a closer look at your diet.

As individuals, our reactions to foods and drinks we consume varies a great deal. An ingredient which may cause problems for one person could be completely acceptable for another. At yorktest, we like to refer to this as our personal ‘food fingerprint’.

For those with joint pain, maintaining an anti-inflammatory diet could be beneficial to your joint health.