Diet for Juvenile Arthritis (JIA)

Importance of Diet
Adolescent arthritis is an autoimmune condition that results in chronic illnesses in young kids characterized by pain, inflammation, and stiffness of the joints. Diet contributes in the following manner:
- Prevention of inflammation and joint pain
- Assistance in growth and bone strength (as children are developing)
- Supply of nutrients that reverse side effects of chronic drugs (e.g., steroids)
- Boosting immunity and energy levels
Goals of the Diet
- Provide growth calories and nutrients in adequate amount
- Avoid inflammation using omega-3 fatty acids and antioxidants
- Provide vitamin D and calcium for healthy bones
- Augment protein for building and maintenance of muscle
- Eliminate pro-inflammatory foods
Daily Diet Chart for Juvenile Arthritis
| Time | Vegetarian Option | Non-Vegetarian Option |
| 6:30 AM | Warm water with lemon OR soaked raisins + 3 soaked almonds | Warm ginger water + 3 soaked almonds |
| 7:30 AM (Breakfast) | Vegetable oats porridge with flaxseeds OR moong dal cheela with chutney | 1 boiled egg + multigrain toast + sautéed spinach |
| 10:30 AM (Snack) | 1 banana/papaya slices + handful of walnuts or pumpkin seeds | 1 boiled egg + orange/pomegranate |
| 1:00 PM (Lunch) | 2 soft rotis (multigrain) + palak dal + lauki/tinda/pumpkin sabzi + cucumber-carrot salad + curd | Grilled chicken/fish + rice + sautéed beans and spinach |
| OR Moong dal khichdi with lauki + beetroot salad | Chicken curry with soft roti + sautéed vegetables | |
| 4:00 PM (Snack) | Roasted makhana OR chana + tulsi-ginger tea (light, mild for kids) | Chicken soup or bone broth + few soaked almonds |
| 6:30 PM (Evening Drink) | Warm turmeric milk OR buttermilk with jeera | Same as vegetarian OR light chicken broth |
| 8:00 PM (Dinner) | Vegetable daliya OR 2 rotis + methi/palak sabzi + moong dal + beetroot salad | Grilled fish or chicken stew + mashed sweet potatoes + sautéed carrots |
| 9:30 PM (Before Bed) | Warm milk with nutmeg or turmeric | Same as vegetarian option |
Recommended Foods for Juvenile Arthritis
1. Anti-inflammatory Foods
- Turmeric, ginger, garlic
- Flaxseeds, chia seeds, walnuts
- Omega-3 fatty fish (salmon, sardines, mackerel – for non-vegetarian eaters)
2. Sources of Calcium & Vitamin D
- Milk, curd, paneer, ragi, sesame seeds
- Eggs, fish, mushrooms, sunlight
3. Antioxidant-Rich Vegetables & Fruits
- Carrots, beetroot, spinach, broccoli, pumpkin
- Fruits: papaya, guava, pomegranate, apple, amla
4. Proteins (growth and repair)
- Pulses: moong dal, masoor dal, chana dal
- Paneer, tofu, nuts, seeds
- Eggs, chicken, fish
5. Probiotics for Gut Well-being
- Curd, buttermilk, fermented foods (idli, dosa, dhokla)
Avoid Food in Juvenile Arthritis
- Fried & oily foods (pakoras, chips, samosas)
- Refined carbs (white bread, maida, noodles, bakery snacks)
- Sugar & sweets (cold drinks, chocolates, desserts in excess)
- Red meat & processed meat (bacon, sausages, mutton)
- Alcohol & smoking exposure (in adolescents, entirely avoided)
Lifestyle Advice
- Promote regular gentle exercise: swimming, cycling, stretching, yoga for children
- Keep healthy weight to prevent excessive stress on joints
- Have 8–10 hours’ sleep daily for growth and repair
- Promote sunlight exposure for Vitamin D
- Eat home-cooked, fresh, and balanced meals
A Juvenile Arthritis diet can revolve around anti-inflammatory foods such as turmeric, flaxseeds, spinach, nuts, and fish, accompanied by calcium, vitamin D, and proteins to assist in building and supporting bones. Fried food, sweets, and processed food have to be avoided to avoid flare-ups. Balanced diet, exercise, and medication enable children with JIA to better cope with the symptoms and live an active, healthy life.
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