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.
In recent years, evidence has been mounting that there is a significant link between peopleâs food choices and the health of their joints. Here are some of the key research findings: â¢ Fight fire with fat. Numerous studies have shown that eating food high in omega-3 fatty acids can reduce joint inflammation. The evidence is so strong that many doctors now urge their patients to eat salmon and other fish packed with omega-3s, along with walnuts, soy foods, canola oil, and flax and pumpkin seeds.