A new study published in the November 2006 issue of Arthritis & Rheumatism, examined the effect and mechanism of turmeric, a botanical supplement long thought to have anti-inflammatory properties on rheumatoid arthritis. This study suggests that turmeric may be useful in fighting inflammation in rheumatoid arthritis as well as other diseases such as multiple sclerosis [...]

Antioxidants in green tea may prevent and reduce the severity of rheumatoid arthritis, according to a study from Case Western Reserve University (CWRU’s) School of Medicine study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. The researchers found that green tea significantly reduced the severity of rheumatoid arthritis. Researchers found that epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG) [...]

The importance of maintaining good digestive health in controlling the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis cannot be underestimated. Many rheumatoid arthritis patients are afflicted to some degree with some type of abnormal digestive problem. These may include indigestion, constipation and leaky gut syndrome. In fact, leaky gut syndrome and irritable bowel syndrome often precede the onset [...]

The following are some practical & common-sense diet tips for those suffering from the effects of rheumatoid arthritis. 1. Avoid food additives Avoid synthetic colors, flavors, and preservatives due to their totally synthetic origin. Many people do not realize that common additives such as food dyes actually stimulate the body’s inflammatory pathways. The following additives [...]

The following are some practical & common-sense diet tips for those suffering from the effects of rheumatoid arthritis. 1. Avoid decaffeinated coffee Studies have shown that, women who drink at least four cups of decaffeinated coffee a day are more than twice as likely to develop Rheumatoid Arthritis. Drinking regular coffee had no relationship to [...]

Food allergies have been proven to be are one of the major underlying causes of Rheumatoid arthritis. Elimination of allergic foods has been shown to offer significant benefit to some individuals with Rheumatoid arthritis. The type of food allergies that cause arthritis are technically called delayed food hypersensitivities. They can be difficult to identify because [...]

Reducing your consumption of red meat and dairy products can bring relief from the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis. Eating a large amount of red meat has been linked to an increased risk of developing rheumatoid arthritis scientists say. A study showed people who ate meat every day had double the risk of the disease compared [...]

Proper essential fatty acid levels can have a dramatic impact on the inflammatory responses associated with rheumatoid arthritis. Omega-3 fatty acids, found in many fish, have shown promise in fighting arthritis. There is reasonably strong evidence that omega-3 fatty acids may help people with rheumatoid arthritis. The results of over 13 double-blind, placebo-controlled studies involving [...]

Manipulation of dietary oil intake can significantly increase or decrease inflammation in rheumatoid arthritis depending on the type of oil being used. The wrong kind of oils can increase inflammation in joints, while the “good” oils will help keep inflammation in check. The main culprit in conventional oils are the overabundance of omega 6 fatty [...]

There are many herbs that are known to be beneficial in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis. Herbs from plants have been used for thousands of years for medicinal purposes to treat scores of ailments including treating inflammatory disorders such as rheumatoid arthritis. Herbs and are a safer and gentler alternative to side effect-ridden prescription drugs. [...]

Millions of people suffer from painful and swollen joints associated with rheumatoid arthritis. In the past, many doctors told arthritis patients that dietary changes would not help them. However, this conclusion was based on older research with diets that included dairy products, oil, poultry, or meat. New research shows that foods may be a more [...]