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Do you care for someone at home? Before committing to be a caregiver, it’s important to take care of your body first. It’s essential to prioritize your body and health in all aspects. One of the ways you can help yourself is by having healthy eating habits.
Did you know eating oily fish, fruits, vegetables, and even nuts will not only keep your joints healthy but can also help prevent degenerative and other types of diseases?
Don’t know where to start? We’ve got you covered!
Here are some nutritional food ideas to keep in mind next time you go grocery shopping. For additional tips on how to keep your health top of mind as a caregiver, listen to the CareWalks podcast, created in partnership between Voltaren Arthritis Pain Gel and iHeartRadio.
Fish
Think of lean fish like salmon. Healthily suggests that “fish such as salmon, mackerel, and sardines are said to help against cardiovascular disease, prostate cancer, age-related vision loss, and dementia.” These foods are good sources of vitamin D, protein, and selenium. It is also a rich source of omega-3 fatty acids, a type of fat that is good for our health. So, let’s not skip out on fish next time you go grocery shopping!
Fruits and vegetables
The possibilities are endless. Many carry the dislike of certain fruits and vegetables from your childhood, but once you learn how to cook them to your liking – it’s a game changer.
According to the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, green leafy vegetables, such as lettuce, spinach, Swiss chard, and mustard greens, were most strongly associated with decreased risk of cardiovascular disease. “Cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, Brussels sprouts, bok choy, and kale; and citrus fruits such as oranges, lemons, limes, and grapefruit (and their juices) also made important contributions.”
Nuts
Nuts are beneficial – and an easy, quick snack! For example, many nuts and seeds are a good source of polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fats, which lower cholesterol and reduce the heart disease risks that can be higher in people with certain types of arthritis. Keep that in mind next time you think of snacking!
Have your grocery list ready? Remember to pick up these items next time you’re shopping and help yourself before helping others!