Rheumatoid Arthritis is by far the most serious, painful and potentially crippling form of arthritis.
It is recurrent and characterized by pain, swelling and stiffness.
It usually attacks the joints primarily, but may also affect other supporting connective tissues throughout the body.
Thus, making a person weak, accompanied by fatigue, fever and difficulty ambulating.
Various studies were done but the cause is not known, the cure is not yet discovered, but it can be controlled.
Early diagnosis can be made to control symptoms since it can affect people, regardless of age and time.
And also proper medical care and proper foods, which contains carbohydrates, protein, fats, vitamins and minerals, are best advised in order to control symptoms.
Some experts consider foods like vegetables and foods with high content of fish oil, which is rich in Vitamin D, to fight rheumatoid arthritis.
Lean meat, which is rich in protein, may be included in the diet but in some cases, other people find it harmful because of the presence of fat especially the red meat.
Fair amount of sugar may also be included in the diet.
Aside from that, foods to be taken, small or in large quantities, must be followed by programs of exercises and other devices to maintain joint motion and function.
Anyone suffering from the disease may become anemic and his bone mineral density may be worse that is why there is a need to take iron and calcium supplements.
His weight must also be monitored because he might develop weight gain.
Furthermore, making him difficult to bear weight and the pain and stiffness will be felt.
Taking drugs for rheumatoid arthritis may influence the body's mineral and vitamin levels as a side effect.
One example of this drug is methotrexate.
This drug when taken must be accompanied by folic acid as well as calcium.
Calcium and folic acid act as supplements in order to provide what is lacking in our body.
Also when taking other drugs, drinking alcohol and other drinks like coffee should be avoided so as letting the drug to take effect.
It is recurrent and characterized by pain, swelling and stiffness.
It usually attacks the joints primarily, but may also affect other supporting connective tissues throughout the body.
Thus, making a person weak, accompanied by fatigue, fever and difficulty ambulating.
Various studies were done but the cause is not known, the cure is not yet discovered, but it can be controlled.
Early diagnosis can be made to control symptoms since it can affect people, regardless of age and time.
And also proper medical care and proper foods, which contains carbohydrates, protein, fats, vitamins and minerals, are best advised in order to control symptoms.
Some experts consider foods like vegetables and foods with high content of fish oil, which is rich in Vitamin D, to fight rheumatoid arthritis.
Lean meat, which is rich in protein, may be included in the diet but in some cases, other people find it harmful because of the presence of fat especially the red meat.
Fair amount of sugar may also be included in the diet.
Aside from that, foods to be taken, small or in large quantities, must be followed by programs of exercises and other devices to maintain joint motion and function.
Anyone suffering from the disease may become anemic and his bone mineral density may be worse that is why there is a need to take iron and calcium supplements.
His weight must also be monitored because he might develop weight gain.
Furthermore, making him difficult to bear weight and the pain and stiffness will be felt.
Taking drugs for rheumatoid arthritis may influence the body's mineral and vitamin levels as a side effect.
One example of this drug is methotrexate.
This drug when taken must be accompanied by folic acid as well as calcium.
Calcium and folic acid act as supplements in order to provide what is lacking in our body.
Also when taking other drugs, drinking alcohol and other drinks like coffee should be avoided so as letting the drug to take effect.