6 Easy Daily Habits for Joint Health
, by Hi-Health, 2 min reading time
, by Hi-Health, 2 min reading time
Developing good joint health habits are important to protect your mobility and comfort. You may not even realize that some natural everyday habits you have could cause joint pain. Try these six daily habits for joint health.
STOP OVEREATING
Every pound of excess weight puts about 4 pounds of extra stress and pressure on the knees.¹
GET MOVING
A sedentary lifestyle can cause joint stiffness—the average American watches 5 hours of television each day.²
SEIZE VITAMIN C
Vitamin C is an antioxidant that protects cells from free radicals; it maintains collagen and connective tissue.³
GO LOW IMPACT
Avoid workouts that put pounding pressure on joints. Try low impact exercises like biking or swimming instead.4
STOP SMOKING
Bones and joints work together, so protect them, too. The more you smoke, the greater the risk of fracture as you age.5
EAT MORE VEGGIES
Dark, leafy greens are rich in fiber, iron and vitamins A, B, C, E, and K which support healthy inflammation.4
Article Sources
1. Arthrtis Today: Obestity
2. Nielsen
3. Arthritis Today: Vitamin C
4. Arthritis Today: Joint Health
5. National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases.
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