Lakshmi Iyer Lakshmi Iyer Asked 7 months ago

Is pineapple juice good for arthritis?

My knees ache quite a bit due to arthritis, especially in the mornings. My daughter suggested I try drinking pineapple juice, saying it helps with inflammation. Is pineapple juice good for arthritis?

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Deepak Kumar Deepak Kumar Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago
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Arthritis, sleep, everything hurts these days! I heard pineapple has bromelain which is anti-inflammatory. So logically it might help. But honestly, if it guarantees me an hour more sleep, I'd drink anything. Best to ask a doc though, these joint pains are no joke.

Renuka Sharma Renuka Sharma Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago

Please be very careful. While pineapple has bromelain which is an enzyme, relying on juice alone for arthritis can be misleading. I once thought natural remedies would solve everything and ended up delaying proper treatment, which led to complications. Always, always consult a rheumatologist before trying anything for arthritis.

Priya Das Priya Das Joined May 2026 5 months ago

I've heard about the anti-inflammatory properties of pineapple, but I'm always a bit anxious about trying new things for my joints. Has anyone here actually felt a significant difference with pineapple juice for arthritis pain? I'm curious but also a little scared to try.

Geeta Singh Geeta Singh Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Pineapple juice might help with inflammation due to its enzymes. But for arthritis, alongside dietary support, light exercise like gentle walking or stretching (if your doctor approves) makes a huge difference. Food and movement together are key. Don't rely solely on one thing.

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Anand Rao Anand Rao Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago

Beta, in our times, we believed in natural remedies. Pineapple has bromelain, which helps with inflammation, a common issue in arthritis. Drinking a small glass of fresh pineapple juice can be beneficial as a complementary thing. But for actual treatment, always listen to your doctor, okay?

Kamla Devi Kamla Devi Joined May 2026 6 months ago

Arre, arthritis mein kitne nuskhe try karte hain log! Pineapple ka juice bhi usmein se ek hai. It has bromelain, which is good for reducing swelling. So, haan, it *can* help thoda. But for proper pain relief and management, you must consult an ayurvedic doctor or an orthopaedic doctor. Don't depend fully on this, my dear.

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