As it turns out, eating your broccoli really is good for you. Studies show that broccoli is full of antioxidants, as well as some pretty powerful anti-inflammatory agents. They not only work to lower oxidation stress in your cells, but to battle the effects of chronic inflammation it causes. This can ultimately help to ease the pain for people suffering from arthritis (17).
8. Extra-Virgin Olive Oil
Extra virgin olive oil contains a compound known as oleocanthal, which has powerful anti-inflammatory properties similar to ibuprofen (18). A study published in the Journal of Nutritional Biochemistry shows that oleocanthal is particularly beneficial for RA and can significantly impact both the chronic inflammation and acute inflammatory processes (19).
9. Blueberries
You probably shouldn’t be surprised to see blueberries on this list.
They are touted as one of the most powerful antioxidants available and most popular anti inflammatory fruits.
But what you may not know is that these sweet, blueberries also contain a very potent anti-inflammatory compound known as quercetin.
Quercetin is a powerful phytonutrient that helps fight excess inflammation, which helps to reduce the pain of arthritis (20).
10. Oranges
Everyone knows that oranges are a key source of vitamin C, which is the number one remedy for colds and flu. But a study published in the American Journal of Epidemiology reveals that taking vitamin C is also responsible for a 30 percent lower risk of developing RA (21).
