PROFESSIONAL FAQS: IS EATING WHEAT BREAD GOOD FOR OSTEOARTHRITIS?
Expert opinion from Livia Dickson Chen
PhD in Nutrition · 11 years of experience · Brazil
Osteoarthritis is a disease that usually causes pain and inflammation, so some individuals may benefit from a diet without wheat bread as it reduces inflammation. But this is something very individual that must be discussed in the treatment according to the individual's context. A direct effect of food consumption that will improve osteoarthritis is not available with wheat bread. But it is important to emphasize the adequate consumption and nutritional quality of this bread, I mean that whole grains are the best option. The amount must also be observed, especially for those who need to lose weight.
Expert opinion from Zimeng Zhang
Master of Public Health (Nutrition) · 6 years of experience · Australia
Wheat contains gluten, which may contribute to inflammation for those who are sensitive to gluten. If you are sensitive to gluten and have osteoarthritis, wheat bread may aggrevate arthritis pain.
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Expert opinion from Maria Arienti
Postgraduate in Nutritional Support/Bachelor in Nutrition · 13 years of experience · Argentina
Whole grains in wheat bread contain a high amount of fiber that can lower blood levels of the inflammatory marker C-reactive protein, which is good for osteoarthritis.
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