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What foods should you avoid if you have PLANTAR FASCIITIS?

August 06, 2025•2 min read

As someone dealing with the painful symptoms of PLANTAR FASCIITIS🦶, you're probably focused on finding ways to reduce inflammation and promote healing in your feet. 


While treatments like stretching, supportive shoes, and physical therapy are crucial, did you know that your diet can also impact your PLANTAR FASCIITIS🦶?


Certain foods have been shown to increase inflammation in the body, which can exacerbate the pain and irritation of PLANTAR FASCIITIS🦶. 


Here Are Some Top Culprits To Avoid Or Limit…


#1. Refined Carbs And Added Sugars 

Foods like white bread, pasta, pastries, and sugary drinks can trigger inflammatory responses. 


Try to choose whole grains instead.


#2. Fried And Processed Foods

The unhealthy fats and preservatives in fried, fast, and processed foods promote inflammation. 


Opt for baked, grilled, or air-fried options when possible.


#3. Red Meat 

While lean protein is important, red meat contains compounds that can increase inflammation. 


Consider swapping in fish, poultry, or plant-based proteins.


#4. Alcohol 

Alcohol is dehydrating and can contribute to inflammation. 


Limit your intake, especially beer, which also contains inflammatory compounds.


#5. High-Sodium Foods 

Too much sodium causes fluid retention and swelling, which can make PLANTAR FASCIITIS🦶s pain worse. 


Ditch the processed snacks and canned goods.


Instead, focus on anti-inflammatory foods like fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, and healthy fats. 


Staying hydrated by drinking plenty of water is also crucial.


Making some simple dietary tweaks won't cure your PLANTAR FASCIITIS🦶s overnight…


…BUT combined with other treatments, like the Foot Pain Assessment™, can help you manage your symptoms and get back to your normal, pain-free activities.



Talk again soon,


Dr. Rich Benjamin, DC.


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Dr. Rich Benjamin graduated from Sherman College of Chiropractic in 2005. He is certified in the Gonstead technique and was President of the Gonstead Study Club during his tenure at Sherman. He specializes in Knee Pain, Shoulder Pain and Peripheral Neurological in Fort Mill, SC.

Dr. Rich Benjamin, DC.

Dr. Rich Benjamin graduated from Sherman College of Chiropractic in 2005. He is certified in the Gonstead technique and was President of the Gonstead Study Club during his tenure at Sherman. He specializes in Knee Pain, Shoulder Pain and Peripheral Neurological in Fort Mill, SC.

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