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- Migraine Headaches
- Menstrual Cramps
- Fatigue
- Irritability
- Bad Breath
- Stress/Anxiety
- Joint Pain
- Heartburn
- Gas
- Constipation
Joint Pain
Try: Berries
Vitamin C -- which is abundant in strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries -- may help slow wear and tear on your joints. A study from Boston University Medical Center shows that arthritis sufferers who had the highest vitamin C intake were three times less likely to strain or injure their joints than those whose intake was lowest. The vitamin's antioxidant activity may keep free radicals from wreaking havoc. Plus, vitamin C plays an essential role in the formation of collagen, a key component of cartilage and bone.
How much? Try to get 120 milligrams daily, which can be provided by two oranges. Other C-rich foods: cantaloupe and broccoli.
Avoid: No foods have been shown to trigger joint pain.
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