Research Corner

Low grade inflammation is the cause of Osteroarthritis

This paper details the various sources of low grade chronic inflammation which triggers osteoarthritis. To understand more on inflammation and OA, also refer to our blog

Osteoarthritis and Metabolic diseases

This review discusses how osteoarthritis might be more complicated than blaming obesity alone.  Since OA is so often presented with metabolic diseases like diabetes, high cholesterol etc, linked to inflammation, dietary interventions may provide long term solutions.

Personalised Nutrition for Osteoarthritis patients with Diabetes

This study followed 262 OA patients with diabetes type-II over a period of 2 years, showing that personalised and supportive low-carb diets led to decreased knee pain and improved mobility.

Role of diet in inflammation

A detailed review on the role of specific nutrients and their inflammatory and non-inflammatory properties. This article also details properties of different diets and cuisines. In addition it comprehensively discusses the factors to be taken into account in prescribing diets and the importance of personalised nutrition.

Mediterranean diet in Osteoarthritis

A study consisting of 4330 patients showed that a higher adherence to  the non-inflammatory Mediterranean diet is associated with a lower risk of pain worsening and symptomatic forms of knee Osteoarthritis.

Inflammatory potential of diet

This study followed 4796 patients over a period of 2 years - showing that those consuming inflammatory foods had a higher risk of knee osteoarthritis.