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A recipe circulating online claims that stewing green bananas with chicken feet and consuming it regularly can improve health.Joint painSome people even claimed that "after drinking this soup, I no longer need to use a cane, which I used to need." However, a 67-year-old woman surnamed Lin from Nantou, who was experiencing pain in her "bone wheels" (joints), followed this recipe daily for two weeks but did not see any significant improvement; her knees still ached. Later, accompanied by her daughter-in-law, she went to the doctor and was diagnosed with "osteoarthritis." After medication and adequate rest, her symptoms improved.

Joint degenerationEarly signs and treatment

Common early symptoms of joint degeneration include limited joint mobility and stiffness. These symptoms can often be prevented from worsening through appropriate exercise and strengthening surrounding muscles. However, when joints wear down to a certain extent and the body can no longer repair itself, significant pain will occur, even affecting daily life. When the pain is so severe that long-term medication is required to maintain basic activities, it is recommended to seek evaluation from a specialist, and surgery may be necessary in some cases.

Can green-skinned bananas really improve bone pain? A nutritionist debunks the myth.

Regarding the traditional Chinese medicine recipe of "stewed chicken feet with green bananas," Tsai Hsiu-wen, director of the Nutrition Department at Nantou Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare, pointed out that bananas are rich in nutrients, containing various vitamins and minerals. Green bananas, because they are not fully ripe, are particularly rich in resistant starch, which helps stabilize blood sugar, promotes intestinal motility, and can also help lower cholesterol. In addition, green bananas also contain vitamin C and minerals such as potassium, magnesium, and phosphorus, which are beneficial to health.

However, Tsai Hsiu-wen emphasized that after green bananas are stewed for a long time, the water-soluble vitamins are easily destroyed and a large amount of resistant starch is lost. In the end, only trace amounts of minerals such as potassium and magnesium are left, which have limited actual help for joint health.

As for chicken feet, many people believe they are rich in collagen, which helps maintain joint health and strengthen bones and muscles. Tsai Hsiu-wen explains that although chicken feet are often considered a source of collagen, the collagen they contain has a large molecular structure that the human body cannot directly absorb; it must be converted into smaller molecules to be utilized. The "animal glue" in chicken feet is actually the same as the "gelatin" commonly found in jelly production, and it's not the same as the collagen that can actually be absorbed by the body.Repairing jointsThe collagen in each cell is not exactly the same.

In addition, while chicken feet contain protein, which can be converted into amino acids after digestion—and amino acids are one of the raw materials for synthesizing collagen—they also contain high levels of saturated fatty acids. For people with high blood lipids, excessive consumption may increase the burden on the body. In fact, eggs, dairy products, beans, fish, and meat in our daily diet can already provide the body with sufficient sources of amino acids, so there is no need to rely on chicken feet for supplementation.

If dietary therapy is ineffective, seek medical attention; accurate diagnosis is key.

Regardless of whether stewed green bananas and chicken feet are delicious, there is currently insufficient scientific evidence to show that it can effectively improve joint pain or prevent joint degeneration. People experiencing chronic joint discomfort should seek professional medical diagnosis rather than relying solely on dietary supplements, to avoid delaying treatment or adding unnecessary burden to the body.

How to properly cope with osteoarthritis?

Osteoarthritis is a common joint disease, mainly caused by long-term wear and tear on the joints, leading to inflammation, pain, stiffness, and in severe cases, even affecting mobility. Currently, the main methods for examining osteoarthritis are X-rays and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). MRI is particularly suitable for detailed examination of knee joint lesions because it does not involve radiation and can clearly show the condition of articular cartilage, menisci, ligaments, joint cavity, and surrounding soft tissues.

To prevent and control osteoarthritis, "weight control" is the primary task. This is because the knee joint bears several times the body weight during activity, and being overweight accelerates joint wear and tear. The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons recommends that people with a body mass index (BMI) over 25 actively lose weight to reduce the burden on their knee joints.

Moderate exercise is alsoJoint CareA crucial part of healthy joint health includes activities like brisk walking, jogging, Tai Chi, and rhythmic dance. These are all joint-friendly exercises that help strengthen muscles, stabilize joints, and thus slow down degeneration. However, it's important to avoid overexertion or high-impact activities to prevent the opposite of the desired effect.

In summary, while the online recipe for stewing chicken feet with green bananas sounds like folk wisdom, there is currently no scientific evidence to prove that it has any real therapeutic effect on arthritis. Joint pain or degeneration should be evaluated and treated by a professional physician, rather than relying solely on dietary supplements. Furthermore, maintaining joint health and slowing down degeneration are truly important through weight control, moderate exercise, and a balanced diet.