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7. Tangerines
All citrus fruits pack a good assortment of healthy vitamins, but tangerines have two important compounds – beta-cryptoxanthin and vitamin C – that combine to protect against arthritis and fight off the symptoms. Research has shown that vitamin can help to keep joints affected by osteoarthritis healthy, while beta-cryptoxanthin (similar to beta-carotene) is converted into vitamin A and that will protect against arthritis inflammation.
Try to work in other good sources of beta-cryptoxanthin, like sweet bell peppers, squash, papayas and pumpkins, to top up your natural defenses against arthritis pain and swelling.
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