Foods That May Aggravate Rheumatoid Arthritis WisdomCard™
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Research Notes on Foods That May Aggravate Rheumatoid Arthritis
Avoiding certain foods may help rheumatoid arthritis symptoms. The Arthritis Foundation states there is no scientifically substantiated rheumatoid arthritis diet.1 Some people have reported worsening symptoms when eating the following foods: white potatoes, tomatoes, eggplant, peppers, dairy, coffee, and sweets.2 A food diary should be kept so that you may see if any foods worsen or help your symptoms.
Fast Facts:
- Foods high in saturated fat should be avoided as they increase a chemical that causes inflammation, pain, and swelling.1
- Omega 3 fatty acids may suppress inflammation.1
- You should adjust your diet according to foods you find that either help or worsen your symptoms.
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Research Notes References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 WebMD: Rheumatoid Arthritis Guide: Can Your Diet Help Relieve Rheumatoid Arthritis?
- ↑ MedTV: Rheumatoid Arthritis Diet: Are There Foods to Avoid as Part of a Rheumatoid Arthritis Diet?
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- Reviewer: Nicole Kinsey
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- Last update: Dec. 22, 2009
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- Contributor: Jamie Sutch
- Reviewer: Nicole Kinsey
- Supervised by: The OrganizedWisdom Physician Review Team
- Redirects: Rhuematoid Arthritis and Foods That May Aggravate it, Rheumatoid arthritis and foods that may aggravate it
- Last update: Dec. 22, 2009
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