Information and facts on Rheumatoid Arthritis

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About 4.7 million Americans have rheumatoid arthritis. Rheumatoid arthritis is an auto-immune disorder in which the bodies immune system attacks synovial membranes in the joints. These membranes create  lubricating fluid and thus when damaged or destroyed inflammation occurs and thus the pain of arthritis. Rheumatoid arthritis can occur at any age even under 18 years old. Rheumatoid arthritis causes stiffness, swelling, fatigue, anemia, weight loss, fever, and pain.

Rheumatoid arthritis is an inflammatory type of arthritis, and is an overactive autoimmune disorder. Like other autoimmune disorders, rheumatoid arthritis is a "self attacking" disease. Where the person's immune system incorrectly identifies the synovial membrane as foreign. Resulting in inflammation that damages both cartilage and tissues around and inside the joints. Often, the bone surfaces are destroyed because inflammation in the joints causes enzyme  production that digest nearby tissue. The human body replaces the damaged tissue with scar tissue, causing spaces within the joints to become smaller and the bones may fuse together. Rheumatoid arthritis creates stiffness, swelling, fatigue, anemia, weight loss, fever, and a crippling severe pain. Rheumatoid arthritis normally occurs in people below 40 years old. Over 2 million Americans have this health problem, of which 75% are female. Juvenile arthritis is a form of rheumatoid arthritis that strikes children under 16 years of age, affecting over 71,000 young people who are mainly female. The start of rheumatoid arthritis maybe triggered by physical or emotional stress, poor diet and nutrition, or even bacterial infection. While osteoarthritis affects individual joints, rheumatoid arthritis can affect all of the body's synovial joints. Joints affected by rheumatoid arthritis tend to make a sound like crinkling cellophane, and osteoarthritic joints make banging, clicking, or popping noises. Arthritis can also be caused by bacterial, viral, or fungal infection of a joint. The microorganisms most commonly involved in this type of the disorder are streptococci, staphylococci, gonococci, hemophilus or tubercle bacilli, and fungi such as Candida albicans. Normally the infecting organism gets to a joint via the bloodstream from an infection somewhere else in the body, but injury or even surgery can cause joint infection. Symptoms include redness, swelling, pain, and tenderness in the affected joint, often accompanied by systemic symptoms of infection such as fever, chills, and body aches.

 

Nutrient / Supplement Importance
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Helpful notes
Boron 10 is a trace mineral needed for healthy bones and it also aides in the absorption of other minerals which is helpful to people with rheumatoid arthritis and related health problems.
Multi-vitamin & Mineral supplement 10 contains vitamin E, vitamin C, zinc, copper, manganese, selenium which all are helpful for rheumatoid arthritis. The nutrients in a daily supplement are required for good general health and well being.
Essential fatty acids 10 extremely important for reducing inflammation causes of rheumatoid  arthritis and they also aid in increasing blood circulation. Essential fatty acids are found in omega fatty acids from fish oil, flax seed oil, and borage seed oil.
Magnesium 9 the mineral magnesium works with calcium to rid imbalances affecting  people with arthritis. A good source of magnesium is a quality multi-vitamin & mineral supplement especially one with calcium, zinc, and the herb garlic.
Calcium  9 works with magnesium to prevent bone loss
Copper 8 aids in strengthening connective tissue and bone formation
Nettle 8 herb that is good for inflammation
Olive leaf 8 good for arthritis caused by infection
Zinc 8 the mineral zinc is required for poeper bone growth and health. Very often people with rheumatoid arthritis are not getting enough of the mineral zinc in their diet.
Alfalfa 8 herb with vitamin K and minerals for skeletal health
Niacin 8 vitamin B3 aids in blood flow by dilating small arteries
Pantothenic acid 8 vitamin B5 very good for rheumatoid arthritis and is required for adrenal function
Pyridoxine 8 vitamin B6 aids in reducing swelling in tissue
vitamin C 8 helps with inflammatory pain relief and is a free radical destroyer
Bioflavonoids 8 work with vitamin C
Folic acid 8 some studies indicate people with rheumatoid arthritis are low in folic acid in their diet
Garlic 7 the herb garlic has been shown to inhibit the formation of free radicals which can damage joints relating to arthritis problems.

 

Other Changes To Make

  • drink 6-8 glasses of steam distilled or filtered water a day

  • eat 50% raw fruits and vegetables (organic is best)

  • nuts, seeds, and whole grains are good

  • juice is good (make your own with a juice machine)

  • do not worry as much about calories as eating the right foods

  • carrot and celery sticks are good to use as a snack

  • a colon cleansing can be very helpful - (do several times each year)

  • do not drink coffee, alcohol, soda pop, other junk food drinks

  • do not eat processed foods white sugar, white flour, etc...

  • use stress relief like going for walks in the park (or the 10/90 rule - see Stress)

  • brown rice is good to eat

  • avoid red meat and animal fats

  • reduce dairy products cheese, milk, and others

  • fast a few days a month

  • get at least 8 hours of sleep 

  • exercise light to moderate amounts

  • avoid artificial sweeteners like Aspartame and NutraSweet

  • do not smoke and avoid second hand smoke

  • do not skip meals - just eat better and not as much at each meal

  • do not chew gum - it can cause you to feel hungry

  • do not watch too much TV try reading a book or something else

 

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........Symmetry herbal and nutritional products for Women, Children, and Men includes vitamins, herb supplements, skin care, weight loss, water filters, sport's nutrition, and health maintenance. Giving you and your family an alternative natural way for prevention and healing treatment of disease - also to aid in well being of mind, body, and spirit.