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Almost every guy over 40 knows another guy who's starting to feel the creaks and aches of arthritis. Seventy percent of adults over the age of 60 have some degree of osteoarthritis. The good news: Men, you can adopt dietary and lifestyle strategies to decrease your osteoarthritis risk.

Action Rx:
A diet high in vitamins C and D is linked to a lower risk of osteoarthritis; should the disease develop, a diet high in C and D slows its progression. A diet high in fish oils has also been linked to less inflammation: a salmon a day will help keep arthritis at bay! In other words, order the fish.

Supplements
There is mounting empirical evidence that the health supplements glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate (two natural substances involved in the formation of cartilage) decrease pain and inflammation in joints affected with osteoarthritis.

Weight Control
Avoiding excess weight is another factor that is linked to a lower risk of osteoarthritis. So is frequent exercise, which helps strengthen joints and bones while lessening arthritis pain.

Therapy
Typical therapies for osteoarthritis often include: analgesics such as acetaminophen, acupuncture, physiotherapy, and in some cases, cortisone. See a physician for a customized treatment plan.

More Info at ThirdAge
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