Managing Rheumatoid Arthritis Naturally

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http://www.drweil.com/drw/u/id/TIP02186 Managing Rheumatoid Arthritis Naturally Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) is one of the most common autoimmune disorders - a disease caused by the immune system attacking the body's own tissues. This can be due to an infection, tissue injury or emotional trauma in people with a genetic predisposition. While conventional medicine treats RA with steroids and other immunosuppressive medications, natural treatments and lifestyle changes are less toxic and may moderate autoimmunity and help control the symptoms of RA. Try the following natural methods and see if they help to alleviate pain associated with RA or other autoimmune disorders: Decrease your protein intake to 10 percent of your daily calories.

Replace animal protein as much as possible with plant protein. Eliminate milk and milk products, substituting other calcium sources. Eat organically grown fruits and vegetables as much as possible. Eliminate polyunsaturated vegetable oils, margarine, vegetable shortening, all partially hydrogenated oils and all foods (such as deep-fried foods) that might contain trans-fatty acids. Use extra-virgin olive oil as your main fat. Increase your intake of omega-3 fatty acids. Eat more fruits and vegetables, especially organic varieties. Eat ginger and turmeric regularly. "Get off your ass and take your government back." ~Rocky Ward