Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

See also :

• Arthritis
• inflammatory diseases
• Osteoarthritis (OA)

Causes and Symptoms

• Eating foods containing gluten could lead to rheumatoid arthritis.
• Vitamin D deficiency might not only be a cause of rheumatoid arthritis but also worsen the severity of the disease.

Home remedies

• Heat (Thermotherapy) may be an effective self-care treatment for conditions like Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA).
• Turmeric is a natural treatment for arthritis and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) because of its anti-inflammatory properties.
• Licorice can be used for auto-immune conditions including lupus, scleroderma, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) and animal dander allergies.
• studies showed that Beta-Cryptoxanthin (in papaya, mango, peaches, oranges, tangerines, bell peppers, corn and watermelon, egg yolk and butter) reduces risk for rheumatoid arthritis by 41 per cent.
• Tea : researchers found that of the three teas, the polysaccharides in black tea had the most glucose-inhibiting properties. The black tea polysaccharides also showed the highest scavenging effect on free radicals, which are involved in the onset of diseases such as cancer and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA).
• Frankincense was also used in traditional medicines to treat inflammatory disorders such as rheumatoid arthritis and Crohn's Disease.
• antioxidants : alpha-tocopherol (vitamin E), lycopene, lutein and palm oil carotenoids, including alpha carotene (vitamin A) reduces swelling and pain.
• Fish Oil : omega-3 supplements significantly reduce RA symptoms and actually enable patients to lower their NSAID usage.

Medical Disclaimer

This information is not meant to be substituted for medical advice. Always consult a medical professional regarding any medical problems and before undertaking any treatment or dietary changes.