8. Salty Packaged Foods
Chips, canned soups, frozen meals, and fast food contain high levels of salt and preservatives that can increase inflammation and cause water retention around the joints.
9. Artificial Sweeteners
Some people experience inflammatory responses or flare-ups after consuming artificial sweeteners like aspartame or sucralose.
10. Red Meat
Steak, burgers, and lamb contain high levels of saturated fat and AGEs, both known to increase inflammation and joint pain.
Bottom Line
You don’t have to eliminate all of these foods forever — but reducing them can make a noticeable difference in how your joints feel.
Small changes in your daily eating habits can help lower inflammation, improve mobility, and ease long-term pain.
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