Can Your Diet Influence Dupuytren's Contracture?
Published: Mar 21, 2024
Discover how what you eat might play a role in managing or preventing Dupuytren's Contracture, a condition affecting the fingers' flexibility.
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Understanding Dupuytren's Contracture
Dupuytren's Contracture is a condition where the fingers bend towards the palm and can't fully straighten. This is due to thick bands forming under the skin in your palm, which tend to progressively tighten over time. It is more common in people of Northern European ancestry and usually affects men over the age of 50.
Dietary Factors and Health
While there's limited research directly linking diet to Dupuytren's, certain lifestyle factors like smoking and alcohol consumption are associated with the condition. Reducing or eliminating these from your diet could potentially lower your risk. Additionally, maintaining a balanced diet rich in vitamins and minerals is generally beneficial for overall health.
Foods That May Help
Some believe that anti-inflammatory foods might help manage or slow the progression of Dupuytren's. These include foods like fatty fish, nuts, and leafy greens. While not a cure, including these in your diet may support better hand health.
Frequently Asked Questions
No, diet alone cannot cure it.
Anti-inflammatory foods may help.
Yes, alcohol is a known factor.
Yes, smoking is associated with it.
Key Takeaways
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References
Burge P, Hoy G, Regan P, Milne R. Smoking, alcohol and the risk of Dupuytren's contracture. J Bone Joint Surg Br 1997; 79:206.
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