Asha Devi Sharma Asha Devi Sharma Asked 5 months ago

Do tomatoes affect arthritis?

My mother-in-law keeps telling me not to eat tomatoes because of my knee pain. She says it makes arthritis worse. Is there any truth to this, or can I enjoy my chutney without worrying?

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Rajesh Yadav Rajesh Yadav Joined Feb 2026 5 months ago
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Dekho, seedhi baat hai, kuch logon ko lagta hai ki tomatoes mein solanine hota hai toh arthritis badh jayega. Par har kisi par yeh apply nahi hota. Aap khud observe karo, agar khane se dard badhta hai toh bandh karo, nahi toh khao.

Baldev Singh Baldev Singh Joined Apr 2026 5 months ago

I have had mild arthritis in my knees for 15 years now. I have eaten tomatoes in my sabzi daily and it has never caused any sudden flare-up. Focus on light walking and regular exercises instead of worrying about tomatoes.

Arpan Sen Arpan Sen Joined Feb 2026 5 months ago

Medical research shows no direct link between tomatoes and increased arthritis pain. In fact, their anti-inflammatory properties can be beneficial. However, dietary triggers vary individually, so consulting your rheumatologist or dietitian is best.

Rohan Malhotra Rohan Malhotra Joined Jan 2026 5 months ago

There is zero scientific evidence backing the claim that tomatoes aggravate joint pain. It is just an old wives' tale. Keep eating them for the lycopene and vitamin C, and consult a doctor for proper arthritis management.

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Neha Ranade Neha Ranade Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Actually yaar, it is a huge myth that tomatoes trigger arthritis. Unless you have a rare nightshade allergy, they are totally fine to eat. Don't cut them out of your diet unnecessarily, they are super healthy.

Vipul Shah Vipul Shah Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

As someone who manages diabetes and joint stiffness, I track my food carefully. Tomatoes are actually low in glycemic index and rich in antioxidants like lycopene, which are good for inflammation. Unless you have a specific sensitivity, they are healthy.

Lata Srinivasan Lata Srinivasan Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago

My joints used to ache a lot, so I completely stopped eating tomatoes for a month to check. Honestly, I didn't see any difference in my pain levels. Now I eat them in moderate quantities without any issues.

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