Definition
Key
Characteristics
Helpful Nutrients/
Nutritional applications
Beneficial Foods/Diets
Lifestyle Changes
References
Notes
Rheumatoid arthritis
Chronic inflammation of the joints is called rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and it is an autoimmune disease. People with RA may go through phases lasting years sometimes where they have no symptoms at all.
Joint Pain,
Swelling and/or inflammation of joints and organs,
Stiffness and redness at the joints
Pain in hands, feet and knees
fatigue
Omega 3 fatty acids,
Vitamin C
Possibly avoiding the nightshade family – as they may possibly irritate the joints – try for two weeks to see if it helps
Fruits and vegetables,
Cold water fish
Nuts and seeds
Whole grains
Olive Oil
The Mediterranean diet could be useful for RA …show more content…
Extreme fatigue,
Problems sleeping,
Muscle pain which is nearly constant
headache,
joint pain
memory and concentration issues
Omega 3
Vitamin B,
Vitamin C,
Magnesium,
Zinc,
CQ 10,
Essential fatty acids,
Get checked for nutritional deficiencies
The Paleo Diet
Proteins
Coconut