Milk's surprising benefit for painful arthritis symptoms, according to study

Osteoarthritis (OA) is a common, degenerative joint disease that causes pain and swelling of joints in the hand, hips, or knee.

The condition is the most common form of arthritis.

In OA, the cartilage within a joint begins to break down and the underlying bone begins to change.

The condition is caused by the breakdown of cartilage, the rubbery material that eases the friction in the joints.

It can happen in any joint but usually affects the fingers, thumbs, spine, hips, knees, or big toes.

Certain foods and drinks are said to either help or hinder the condition - with milk being a surprising treatment option.

Osteoarthritis affects both men and women.

“Before age 45, osteoarthritis is more common in men than in women,” explains the National Institute of Ageing.

“After age 45, osteoarthritis is more common in women. The knees are among the joints most commonly affected by osteoarthritis.”

Can milk help treat osteoarthritis?

Certain foods and drinks are said to either help or hinder the condition, with milk being a one that helps, according to research.

Reference: Mirror: Jessica Knibbs