Anjali Sharma Anjali Sharma Asked 4 months ago

Is bone broth good for arthritis?

My mother has been struggling with knee pain because of arthritis for a while now. Someone at the temple told her that bone broth can help. Is this true, or is it just another home remedy with no real benefit?

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Arjun Rao Arjun Rao Joined Mar 2026 4 months ago
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Oh, I've read so much about this! Some studies say it's good because of collagen and amino acids, but then others say it's not a magic cure. It sounds like it might help with inflammation, but it's important to remember it's a supplement, not a replacement for proper medical treatment. Always best to discuss with your doc.

Priya Sharma Priya Sharma Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Honestly, I started drinking bone broth for gut health, but my nani who has arthritis swears it helps her too! She says the collagen makes her joints feel less stiff. Maybe it's worth trying consistently for a few weeks to see if it works for you.

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Meena Devi Meena Devi Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

I totally get it, arthritis pain can be really tough. My aunt used to have a lot of joint pain and she started having bone broth regularly. She felt a difference, mostly in reduced stiffness. It might not cure it completely, but it could offer some comfort.

Siddharth Kumar Siddharth Kumar Joined Jan 2026 4 months ago

Mere dost ki mummy ne try kiya tha bone broth. Unko knee arthritis hai. She said it made her feel a bit better overall, like less morning stiffness, but not a huge change in severe pain. It's just food, so no harm in trying it out for yourself for a while.

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Renuka Iyer Renuka Iyer Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Yes, bone broth can definitely be beneficial for arthritis. I've been making it at home for years for my joint pain. The key is making it properly, slow-cooked for a long time to extract all the good stuff like collagen and minerals. It won't fix everything, but it supports joint health and reduces inflammation. Pair it with your regular medication and exercises.

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