Neuropathy can cause burning, tingling, numbness, sensitivity, or shooting pain, especially in the hands and feet. While no single food automatically causes neuropathy pain in everyone, certain foods can make underlying problems—particularly poor blood-sugar control, inflammation, or cardiovascular risk—more difficult to manage.
If you experience nerve pain, paying attention to your diet can be an important part of an overall health plan. Here are six foods and drinks worth limiting.
- Sugary Drinks
Soda, sweetened juices, energy drinks, and heavily sweetened coffees can deliver a large amount of added sugar very quickly.
Frequent blood-glucose spikes can be particularly problematic for people with diabetes-related neuropathy. Choose water, unsweetened tea, or sparkling water instead.
- Candy and Other High-Sugar Sweets
Cookies, cakes, pastries, candy, and other highly sugary foods are easy to overeat and can contribute to poor blood-sugar control.
You don’t necessarily have to eliminate every treat. Smaller portions and less frequent consumption
