So many of us must have experienced lower back pain once in a lifetime. And there could be several reasons for this depending on the person’s lifestyle or diet. The diet which we intake on a daily basis decides most of our health. So, a proper diet may help you to reduce low back pain. Inflammation is when a part of the body is red, swollen, and itchy at the same time for which, we have to include an anti-inflammatory diet in our lifestyle. This includes fresh vegetables, fruits, seeds, nuts, olives, and foods that are rich in nutrients and fiber, and antioxidants.
To get a prescription for a proper diet plan that can help you with low back pain consult Specialty Care Clinics. Now, we will look at some of the anti-inflammatory diets below in detail:
Inclusion of fresh and green vegetables in daily routine like spinach, and broccoli, as spinach is rich in nutrients like Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin K, and potassium and broccoli has high fiber and iron in it, which may help reduce low back pain.
Consumption of fresh fruits in your diet like blueberry, blackberry, strawberry, raspberries, and cherries.
Blueberries are generally low in calories but high in nutrients and antioxidants.
As strawberries are one of the most popular berries among people, it is also packed with Vitamin C and antioxidants.
Raspberries are a rich source of dietary fiber, Vitamin C, manganese, and antioxidants. The study shows that the antioxidant properties of raspberries can lower the risk of cancer and heart disease. It might also help in reducing inflammation.
Kale is one of the nutritious vegetables which is high in vitamins A, K, and C and antioxidants. Broccoli and cauliflower also have the same properties.
Beets are called beetroots. They are the roots of the vegetables scientifically called Beta Vulgaris. They are also a great source of fiber, iron, potassium, folate as well as antioxidants.
Bean is a member of the vegetable group called legumes. Some beans have a special antioxidant called kaempferol that is said to be a great help with chronic inflammation.
Consumption of vegetarian food can also be helpful in lowering the levels of inflammation markers.
WHAT ARE THE FOODS THAT HAVE TO BE AVOIDED DURING LOW BACK PAIN?
There is a variety of foods that needs to be avoided during low back pain :
Processed foods like pre-made meats, bacon, lunch meats, cured meats, and hot dogs, also refined grains like white bread, white rice, pasta, etc.
Unhealthy oils e.g. soy oil, sunflower oil, corn oil, cottonseed oil.
Excess alcohol can cause damage to the central nervous system which plays a role in inflammation.
Excess consumption of foods with added sugar and salt and refined carbohydrates also causes inflammation in the body.
Packed items such as chips and crackers.
Premade desserts such as candies, cookies, and ice cream.
Food consisting of gluten can cause inflammation in gluten-resistant bodies which can then spread to joints and muscles.
Nightshades, plants like tomatoes, eggplants, potatoes, and peppers belonging to a nightshade family seem to trigger flares in some people with inflammatory diseases.
Carbohydrates, even if they are healthy, can cause inflammation in some people.
“Prevention is better than cure”, this statement is true for every reason. Whatever the disease is, you can reduce its symptoms with a combination of proper diet and exercise. Every fruit and vegetable has its own benefits that you have to know before consuming it. This can help you to boost your health as well as provide aid in treatment.
Get to know more about the necessary diet plan by consulting our doctors at Specialty Care Clinics. To book an appointment call (469) 545-9983.