For those who are having Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) being cautious with the food intake is a usual habit for them or else they will suffer from arthritis pain. Aside from that, they also tend to look for ways on how they can prevent this from giving them too much pain.
What are the different ways on how to do it?
1. Reduce Weight
If the person has Rheumatoid Arthritis and at the same time he is overweight, reducing his weight will help him lessen the pain caused by RA because this will cut too much pressure put on his joints. Based on the study conducted last 2006, a person who has RA and obese has a shorter lifespan compared to the person who has RA yet normal in weight.
2. Add omega-3 in your diet
There were studies conducted about Omega 3 fatty acid intake. It says that it is best to those who have RA due to its inflammation-fighting content. In addition, RA patients are prone to cardiovascular diseases in which the intake of Omega 3 is also an advantage.
3. Mediterranean Diet
Mediterranean diet includes fruits and vegetables plus legumes, cereals, and olive oil. Eventhough its effect to RA patients for longer period is yet unclear experts recommend this kind of diet because it can improves the vitality as well as the body's physical functions.
4. Vegetarian Diet/Vegan Diet
It was reported that Vegan diet is best to those who are suffering from RA pains, symptoms, grip strength, and morning stiffness. Well, this is very easy for those who love veggies, but how about those who hate it? They can start by adding few greens on their plate. They can choose to have bell peppers, broccoli, or green peas. These can help protect the damaged tissues surrounding the joints.
