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Osteoarthritis

Learn about Osteoarthritis (Degenerative Joint Disease): causes, hidden facts, nutrition solutions, herbs and lifestyle changes. Clinical guidance by Dr. Shilpa Thakur.

Evidence Based Editorial Team: Dr. Shilpa Thakur

Osteoarthritis

Osteoarthritis

Problem

Obesity physically crushes cartilage.

Solution

Anti-inflammatory diet, weight loss.

Natural Approach

  • Anti-inflammatory diet, weight loss.

Scientific Name

Degenerative Joint Disease

Cause

Obesity physically crushes cartilage.

Hidden Fact

Cartilage has no blood vessels, so it heals very poorly.

When Age

50s+

Herbs

Glucosamine, Chondroitin, Turmeric.

Lifestyle

Low-impact cardio (swimming); strength training.

FAQs

What is Osteoarthritis?

Joint cartilage wear. Scientific name: Degenerative Joint Disease.

What causes Osteoarthritis?

Obesity physically crushes cartilage.

What is a hidden fact about Osteoarthritis?

Cartilage has no blood vessels, so it heals very poorly.

What nutrition helps with Osteoarthritis?

Anti-inflammatory diet, weight loss.

Which herbs or supplements help with Osteoarthritis?

Glucosamine, Chondroitin, Turmeric.

What lifestyle changes help Osteoarthritis?

Low-impact cardio (swimming); strength training.

At what age does Osteoarthritis typically become a concern?

Osteoarthritis typically becomes a concern around 50s+.

Does "Anti-inflammatory diet, weight loss." help with Osteoarthritis?

Yes — Anti-inflammatory diet, weight loss. is one of the natural approaches recommended for Osteoarthritis.

What is the medical/scientific term for Osteoarthritis?

Osteoarthritis is also referred to as Degenerative Joint Disease.