7. Turmeric
Turmeric is a spice used extensively in Indian food. It has a long history in folk medicine for warding off inflammatory diseases, including arthritis, and now has research to back up the claims. Tumeric is high in curcumin, an antioxidant and anti-inflammatory.
You probably can’t eat enough turmeric to get the full benefit, so this is one time we’ll suggest taking a supplement. For maximum benefit, add fresh ground black pepper to your diet to increase absorption of curcumin.