Dr. Novick's use of humor, as well as current medical information, provides reassurance and alleviates the fears associated with procedures such as the dreaded colonoscopy!. Also a plus...the good doctor will donate 10 percent of royalties received to charities that will benefit people with GI diseases.
Vegetables and Legumes. Animal products aren't the only foods high in purines. Quickcare.org lists peas, spinach, asparagus, cauliflower, beans, lentils and mushrooms as foods high in purines that might cause joint pain. If you have gout, avoid these foods or speak to your doctor.
Many studies link the omega-3 fatty acids in fish and fish oil to reduced inflammation in the body, and reduced morning stiffness and pain in the joints. Fatty fish, such as salmon, albacore tuna, herring, lake trout, sardines, and mackerel, are highest in omega-3s.