Some research has shown that the foods we eat affect arthritis flare ups. While it is always recommended that you see a doctor, avoiding the following foods could be a healthier choice whether arthritis is a concern or not. Eating healthy should be something we do as part of a continual lifestyle. However, if what we eat can cause or prevent painful side affects, we may want to pay attention! Foods to Avoid with Arthritis: Too much red meat. Meat has a type of fat that can stimulate the manufacturing of painful inflammatory agents in the body. For those with arthritis, this may be a cause of flare ups. Cutting meat entirely or at the very least the amount of meat we eat and adding more veggies may help with pain. Studies have shown that when patients with RA are put on a vegetarian, or even better, vegan diet, there is improvement in as little as a month! Side Note: Oily fish rich in omeg-3 fatty acids is good. Research shows that eating fish helps the immune system. Warding off … [Read more...]