Diet tips for Rheumatoid arthritis patient.

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Hey, May i ask you something, can you please guide me breakfast, lunch and dinner option for Arthritis patient. And homemade kadas or drink. I am already in under treatment.in breakfast, I am taking 
Sabudana, suji jawe, suji upma, suji cheela, besan cheela with seasonal veggies and masala tea. 
After breakfast and eve snacks -fruits, nuts, panjeeri, makhana, bhuna chana, fruits like apple papaya, cheeku, nashpati, 
Lunch :- sabji, ragi and wheat roti with ghee, dal( peeli moong, hari moong chilka) 
Dinner:- sabjia ke sath daliya, quinoa, millet, samak rice, kattu ya singadhe ke aate ki roti. 
Haldi dudh with  1 spoon of castor oil or badam oil 


It will be helpful if you guide something according to ayurveda. Which will be beneficial for h RA patient. And some supplements also?

Dr Sujal Patil · Accepted Answer

For rheumatoid arthritis (RA), Ayurvedic principles suggest a diet that reduces inflammation, balances the doshas (especially Vata and Pitta), and strengthens the body's immunity. Here are some modifications and recommendations that can complement your existing routine and support your health goals.

General Dietary Guidelines:
Anti-Inflammatory Focus: Emphasize foods that naturally reduce inflammation, such as ginger, turmeric, black pepper, garlic, and certain spices like fenugreek and coriander.
Easily Digestible Foods: Light, warm, and easily digestible meals are preferable as they are gentle on the digestive system and minimize the accumulation of "Ama" (toxins) in Ayurveda, which can aggravate arthritis.
Warm and Fresh: Avoid cold, processed, or leftover foods. Freshly cooked, warm meals enhance digestion and prevent "Ama" buildup.
Suggested Daily Routine

Breakfast Options

Your current breakfast options are mostly beneficial. Here are a few additional suggestions:

Moong Dal Chilla with Seasonal Vegetables: This provides protein and is lighter on digestion.
Millet Porridge (Bajra, Jowar): 
Khichdi (with Moong Dal and Rice or Quinoa): A gentle, well-balanced meal that’s easy to digest and nourishing.

Lunch

You already have a good foundation with sabji, ragi, and wheat roti. To build on this:

Cooked  Vegetables: Opt for lightly sautéed or steamed vegetables like spinach, zucchini, and pumpkin to reduce Vata. Avoid raw salads as they can be heavy on digestion.
Ayurvedic Dal: Yellow or green moong dal is excellent, but try incorporating Horse Gram (Kulthi) dal once a week as it is highly beneficial for joint pain and detoxification.
Spices: Add spices such as turmeric, cumin, coriander, and fenugreek seeds to your dal and sabzi for their anti-inflammatory properties.
Evening Snack Options

You’re already choosing nutritious options like , makhana, and roasted chana. Avoid panjeeri. For more variety:

Ginger Tea or Tulsi Tea: Beneficial for digestion and reducing inflammation.
Sweet Potato: Steamed or lightly roasted sweet potato with a sprinkle of cumin and black salt is a good option for Vata balance.
Fruits: Include seasonal fruits with a low glycemic index, such as papaya, pear, and guava, which are easy to digest and won’t aggravate inflammation.
Dinner

Light and Early: Aim to have a light dinner before 7 PM.
Khichdi with Vegetables: A well-cooked, soft moong dal and rice khichdi with added vegetables like carrots, spinach, and zucchini is nourishing and light on digestion.
Vegetable Soup with Herbs: Light vegetable soups (like pumpkin, spinach, or carrot) with a touch of ginger and black pepper are anti-inflammatory and easy on digestion.
Avoid Heavy Grains: Minimize grains that are harder to digest at night, such as wheat; instead, opt for lighter options like quinoa or millet porridge.
Bedtime Drink

Avoid milk. 
Castor Oil: You’re already using it, which is excellent for lubrication of joints, but ensure it’s used in moderation under your doctor’s guidance and in warm water. 
Ayurvedic Kadas & Drinks for Arthritis
Methi-Tulsi Kada:
Ingredients: 1/4 tsp fenugreek seeds, 5-6 tulsi leaves, 2 pinches dry ginger powder, 2 cups water.
Boil all ingredients together until reduced to one cup. Strain and drink warm in the morning.
Benefits: Reduces joint pain and swelling.
Ajwain and Ginger Kada:
Ingredients: 1/4 tsp ajwain (carom seeds), 1/2inch piece fresh ginger (crushed), a pinch of black pepper, 2 cups water.
Boil ingredients, reduce to one cup, strain, and drink after meals for digestion and inflammation control.
Ginger-Turmeric Tea:
Ingredients: 1/2 tsp fresh grated ginger, 1/4 tsp turmeric, a pinch of black pepper, 1 tsp honey (optional).
Boil the ginger and turmeric in water for 5-10 minutes, add honey, and drink warm. Take it once a day for inflammation and immunity support.

Lifestyle Tips
Gentle Exercise: Regular yoga, walking, and stretching help keep the joints flexible.
Warm Oil Massage: Sesame oil or Mahanarayan oil massage helps reduce stiffness and pain. Warm the oil and massage gently on affected areas.
Stay Warm: Protect yourself from cold weather, as it can aggravate Vata and worsen symptoms.
In Ayurveda, the emphasis is on diet, lifestyle, and daily routines that harmonize the body’s doshas, especially keeping Vata under control to reduce joint pain and inflammation. Always consult with a local Ayurvedic doctor with your reports  making significant changes to ensure they complement your ongoing treatment.

Dr. Harsha Joy · Answer

For managing rheumatoid arthritis (RA) through Ayurvedic principles, your current diet is well-balanced but could benefit from a few modifications to optimize anti-inflammatory effects, digestion, and overall nourishment. In Ayurveda, balancing Vata and Ama (toxins) is crucial in managing RA, as they are often linked to joint discomfort and inflammation. Here’s how you can adapt and enhance your diet for better support:

Breakfast: Your choices of sabudana, upma, cheelas, and other light, nourishing foods are excellent, as they are gentle on digestion. You might want to rotate with moong dal cheela or ragi porridge as they are both anti-inflammatory and easier to digest. Instead of masala tea, try ginger turmeric tea or coriander-fennel tea, which helps reduce inflammation and Agni (digestive fire). You could also add warm, cooked apples or pears with a bit of cinnamon for a nourishing, anti-inflammatory start to the day.

Snacks: Your inclusion of fruits, nuts, panjeeri, and makhana is excellent. Ayurveda suggests soaked almonds (peeled) and walnuts as they are beneficial for joints. For fruits, avoid sour or acidic varieties like citrus, as they may aggravate Vata. Apples, pears, and papayas are ideal. You could include a few pieces of dried figs or dates for natural sweetness and added energy. Bhuna chana is great but can be slightly drying; consider balancing it with a few drops of ghee.

Lunch: Ragi and wheat rotis with ghee, along with moong dal and vegetables, make a grounding, nourishing meal. To further enhance this, try to focus on well-cooked, easy-to-digest vegetables like squash, carrots, or gourds, which reduce Vata and are beneficial for RA. Avoid nightshade vegetables such as tomatoes, bell peppers, potatoes, and eggplants as they can exacerbate joint pain. You can also try cumin, ajwain (carom seeds), and hing (asafoetida) in your dal or sabzi for better digestion and reduced inflammation.

Dinner: Daliya, quinoa, and millet are excellent options, as are samak rice and kuttu or singhada rotis, which are both Vata-pacifying. Since dinner should ideally be lighter, avoid anything too heavy or difficult to digest. Having haldi doodh is beneficial, but you might consider turmeric milk with a pinch of trikatu (a mix of black pepper, long pepper, and ginger) to enhance absorption and anti-inflammatory effects. Castor oil in small quantities can also help, especially for joint health.

Homemade Kadha or Drink: A beneficial drink for RA would be a warm concoction made of cumin seeds, coriander seeds, fennel seeds, and ginger. Boil these ingredients in water, strain, and sip it throughout the day. Another effective kadha includes turmeric, dry ginger, and a few basil leaves, which help reduce inflammation and cleanse the system.

Supplements: In Ayurveda, herbs such as Ashwagandha and Shallaki (Boswellia) are known for their anti-inflammatory properties and could benefit RA. Guggulu, especially Yograj Guggulu or Mahayograj Guggulu, is traditionally used to support joint health and ease inflammation. It’s best to consult with your Ayurvedic practitioner before starting any new supplements, as individual needs can vary.

Dr. Ayush Varma · Answer

Sure, let's dive into this. Your current diet already showing a balanced approach but we can fine tune it with Ayurveda principles for RA (Rheumatoid Arthritis) considering dosha balance. So, generally, RA is associated with an imbalance in Vata dosha, often combined with Ama (toxic buildup in the body).

Breakfast, you’re having a fine variety like suji upma and sabudana, let's keep those, but maybe introduce methi seeds overnight soaked in water. They’re known to help reduce Vata imbalance and you can have them first thing in the morning. I think ginger tea instead of masala tea might be more soothing, as ginger is anti-inflammatory.

With snacks, adding some turmeric tea or ginger-lemon tea later in day could help with inflammation. You've got nuts and fruits that's already perfect, but try to avoid sour fruits like oranges, as they can increase Vata.

For lunch, the ragi and wheat roti is spot on along with ghee, aiding digestion. Additionally, steamed vegetables, especially those like zucchini, squash and sweet potato, lessening Vata, can be excellent. Keep the dal, it helps balance all doshas, especially in a warm soup form. Maybe have a bit of cumin and coriander powder for digestion.

Dinner, daliya or quinoa still a good choice. But samak rice and millet are also fine, with a touch of ghee to help digestion at night. Could swap out things with more warming options like cooked carrots or beets.

Regarding a homemade kada, one easy recipe is mixing equal parts ground turmeric, ginger, cumin seeds and adding a bit of black pepper. Boil with water and sip while warm! it supports digestion and inflammation.

On supplements, triphala at night in warm water can keep digestion smooth, as healthy digestion means less ama. If you’re not already, consider ashwagandha, known for boosting vitality and dealing with stress.

Ah - As always, be sure these don't interfere with current treatments, so discussing with your doc would be wise.

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