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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.
Glucosamine
Formula; Advanced
Omega
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Nutrient /
Supplement |
Helpful notes |
| Boron |
is a trace mineral
needed for healthy bones and it also aides in the
absorption of other minerals helpful to people
with rheumatoid arthritis. |
| Magnesium |
magnesium helps balance calcium which is
beneficial to people with arthritis, a good
source of magnesium is a quality multi-vitamin &
mineral supplement especially one with calcium,
zinc, and garlic. |
| Fatty Acids |
extremely important
for reducing inflammation causes of arthritis and
also increasing blood circulation. Fatty acids
are found in omega
fatty acids from fish oil, flax seed oil, and
borage seed oil. |
| Zinc |
zinc is required for bone growth and very
often people with rheumatoid arthritis are not
getting enough of the mineral zinc in their diet. |
| Multi-vitamin |
contains vitamin E,
vitamin C, zinc, copper, manganese, selenium
which all are helpful for rheumatoid arthritis. |
| Garlic |
garlic has been
shown to inhibit the formation of free radicals
which can damage joints thus is a benefit to
those with arthritis. |
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