What is rheumatoid arthritis, dietary, nutrition natural treatments and remedies…
Rheumatoid arthritis is a serious chronic inflammatory condition that affects the entire body, but especially the synovial membranes of the joints. It is an example of an autoimmune “disease,” a condition in which the body’s immune system turns against itself and begins attacking the body’s own tissues.
In Rheumatoid arthritis, the joints that are most likely involved are the hands, feet, knees, wrists and ankles. It is estimated that between 1 and 3 percent of the U.S. population is affected, women outnumber men almost three to one, and the usual age of onset is 20 to 40 (although it can begin at anytime).
Rheumatoid arthritis usually has a gradual onset, but occasionally it is quite abrupt. Fatigue, low-grade fever, joint stiffness, weakness and vague joint pain may begin before the appearance of painful, swollen joints by a few weeks. There are several joints that are usually involved in the onset, typically in a symmetrical fashion-both hands, ankles and wrist. In about 1/3 of people with rheumatoid arthritis, the initial involvement is confined to one or a few joints.
Involved joints generally are quite warm, swollen and tender. The skin over the joints takes on a ruddy, purplish hue. As the disease moves forward, joint deformities result in the hands and feet.
There is a large amount of evidence that rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune reaction, where antibodies develop against components of joint tissues. However, what triggers the autoimmune reactions remains unknown. Speculation, theories and investigations have centered around genetics, abnormal bowel permeability, nutritional and lifestyle factors, food allergies, and microorganisms. Rheumatoid arthritis is an example of a multifunctional disease where there is an interesting assortment of environmental and genetic factors that contribute to the disease.
Natural Treatments and Dietary Approaches
- Consume a diet that focuses on whole, unprocecssed foods (whole grains, legumes, vegetables, fruits, nuts, and seeds).
- Avoid animal products with the exception of cold water fish (salmon, mackerel, herring, halibut, etcetera).
- Indentify and control food allergies.
- Eliminate alcohol, caffeine, and sugar
- Get regular exercise
- Perform a relaxation exercises daily.
- Drink at least 48 ounces of water daily.
Natural Supplement Protocol
- High-potency multiple vitamin
- Ester-C – 500 to 1000mg three times per daily
- Vitamin E (full spectrum) – 400 to 800 IU daily.
- Fish Oil – 1 to 2 tablespoons daily
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