Nutritional Considerations for Common Conditions

Nutritional Considerations for Common Conditions


Headaches

Avoid

Tyramine-containing foods (aged cheeses, chocolate, red wine)
Food sensitivities
Sugar
Refined carbs
Alcohol
Caffeine
Food additives

Added sugar, refined carbs, caffeine, trans fats, vegetable oil, food additives, preservatives, processed foods and alcohol should be avoided by all.

Include

High magnesium foods (seaweeds, nuts, whole grains)
Essential fatty acids (fish, flax, hemp chia)
Antioxidant foods
Water

Fresh vegetables, fruits, nuts, seeds, legumes, whole grains, healthy oils (olive, avocado, coconut), low-mercury fish and organic, grass-fed meats (if not a vegetarian)

Other Considerations

Talk to the docs about proper hydration, posture, omega-3 fatty acid supplementation, and possible nutrient deficiencies and/or hormonal imbalances.


Arthritis/Joint Pain

Avoid

Acid-Forming Foods (processed food, meat, dairy)
Nightshades (if you have rheumatoid arthritis)
Food sensitivities

Added sugar, refined carbs, caffeine, trans fats, vegetable oil, food additives, preservatives, processed foods and alcohol should be avoided by all.

Include

Alkaline Foods (whole vegetables and fruits, seeds, nuts, etc)
Ginger
Sulfur foods (eggs, legumes)
Bone broth
Chicken cartilage
Gelatin

Fresh vegetables, fruits, nuts, seeds, legumes, whole grains, healthy oils (olive, avocado, coconut), low-mercury fish and organic, grass-fed meats (meat and acidic foods should be consumed minimally)

Other Considerations

Talk to the docs about incorporating supplements/herbs such as omega-3 fatty acids, glucosamine, chondroitin, grape seed extract, ginger, or turmeric.


IBS/Digestive Issues

Avoid

Food sensitivities (such as gluten and/or dairy)
Heavy proteins
Added sugar
Alcohol

Added sugar, refined carbs, caffeine, trans fats, vegetable oil, food additives, preservatives, processed foods and alcohol should be avoided by all.

Include

Fiber
Ginger
Antioxidant foods
Essential fatty acids (fish, flax, hemp, chia)

Fresh vegetables, fruits, nuts, seeds, legumes, whole grains, healthy oils (olive, avocado, coconut), low-mercury fish and organic, grass-fed meats (if not a vegetarian)

Other Considerations

Talk to the docs about an elimination diet and supplements/herbs such as probiotics, magnesium, aloe vera, glutamine, slippery elm bark, or carminative herbs.


Fibromyalgia

Avoid

Carbonated beverages
Inflammatory foods, notably sugar and caffeine
Foods that contain pesticides
Food sensitivities

Added sugar, refined carbs, caffeine, trans fats, vegetable oil, food additives, preservatives, processed foods and alcohol should be avoided by all.

Include

Alkaline Foods (whole vegetables and fruits, seeds, nuts, etc)
Superfoods
Cacao (if not sensitive to caffeine)
Foods rich in vitamin C and E

Fresh vegetables, fruits, nuts, seeds, legumes, whole grains, healthy oils (olive, avocado, coconut), low-mercury fish and organic, grass-fed meats (if not a vegetarian)

Other Considerations

Talk to the docs about sleep hygiene, detoxification, and supplements such as vitamin C, vitamin E, and magnesium.


Managing stress may also help ease your ailments.


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