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New Research Suggests This Common Supplement May Be the Key to Healthier Knees and Joints
Women's Health • • health
Key Points:
- A recent clinical trial published in Nutrients found that a daily fiber supplement, specifically inulin, may help reduce knee osteoarthritis pain, improve muscle strength, and decrease pain sensitivity in adults.
- The study involved 117 adults with knee osteoarthritis divided into four groups, with those taking inulin or combining it with physical therapy experiencing less pain and better treatment adherence compared to physical therapy alone.
- Experts suggest that fiber like inulin supports gut bacteria that produce anti-inflammatory substances and influence pain sensitivity through gut-brain communication, potentially involving the gut hormone GLP-1 linked to pain regulation.
- While fiber supplementation shows promise as an adjunct to traditional treatments, specialists emphasize it should not replace proven therapies such as exercise and physical therapy for managing knee osteoarthritis.
- Researchers and clinicians recommend maintaining a balanced high-fiber diet, healthy weight, and regular leg-strengthening exercises, and advise patients to consult their doctors for comprehensive knee pain management strategies.
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