eating better for arthritis pain

good information This site has a bunch of diets. I've been diet crazy since high school, reading and trying different ones, not that I'm ridiculously overweight, but I always worry about it too much, and food is interesting. Here's a diverticulitis diet.

I think I have arthritis pain in my thumbs at time.

from vaxa.com - foods best to eat

Fruits (Those that are high in Vitamin C)

# Strawberries
# Kiwi Fruit
# Peaches
# Mango
# Cantaloupe
# Papaya
# Apples

Vegetables (High in Vitamin A (beta-carotene) and Vitamin C)

# Collards
# Squash
# Sweet Potatoes
# Broccoli
# Spinach
# Brussels Sprouts
# Bell Pepper

Fish (Rich in Omega-3 essential fatty acids & high in Vitamin E)

# Salmon
# Mackerel
# Sardines
# Herring
# Tuna
# Trout

Unsalted Nuts and Seeds (Also high in Omega-3 essential fatty acids & high in Vitamin E)

# Walnuts
# Brazil nuts
# Almonds
# Sunflower seeds
# Linseeds
# Pumpkin seeds

Pulses and Grains

# All lentils
# Chick Peas
# Brown rice
# Whole wheat bread

Anti-Inflammatory Foods

# Turmeric
# Ginger
# Garlic
# Apples

If suffering from gout avoid foods high in purines and high proteins such as beans and meats. In general avoid red meats, tomatoes, tea, coffee, dairy products, fried foods, chocolate, preservatives and additives. Medical Literature contains and many documented cases indicate how diet modification can improve inflammatory arthritis. Try altering your diet and see if you notice improvement.