By: Joanne Smith (her biography)
Certified Nutritional Practitioner, FruitfulElements.com

Spring is here and hibernation season is officially over! It’s time to peel  off the winter woollies and get back to our favourite outdoor activities; walking, hiking, biking, wheeling, gardening, sailing and more. Now, as much as we love these sports and hobbies, for many of us with mobility impairments, these activities can put extra strain on our joints causing swelling and pain.

So while you’re tuning up your bike this spring or getting your gardening tools ready to plant, you might want to also consider tuning up your joints. One of the best ways you can do this is by eating celery. Yes, this crunchy, low-calorie, fibrous vegetable has a number joint-health benefits.

Important Minerals for Your Joints

To start, celery contains a substance called silica, which is one of the most important minerals for our joints because it helps build the cartilage and connective tissue that make these vital body structures. Celery is also 23% sodium, another mineral that is an integral part of our bone health.

This means this bone-shaped veggie helps to strengthen the bones that come together and build our joints. The high water content of celery helps to lubricate our joints, while its anti-inflammatory properties help reduce swelling and pain around the joint. You just can’t go wrong by eating celery!

So give yourself months of pain-free fun and start munching on some celery several times a week. Slice and dip it into hummus, chop some stalks in your salads or blend it into a refreshing glass of juice.

More “Nutrition by Joanne Smith” articles:

• Astragalus: Herbal Armour (Mar. 11, 2010)
• The Almighty Pea! (Nov. 5, 2009)
• High Fibre Diet (Aug. 13, 2009)
• Quinoa (July 16, 2009)

__Contact Information:__
Joanne Smith, Certified Nutritional Practitioner
Ph: 416.992.2927
Email: fruitfulelements@gmail.com
Website: http://www.fruitfulelements.com/

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