Rheumatoid arthritis: The healthy bread alternative that could be making symptoms worse - Express

As the NHS explains, some people with rheumatoid arthritis feel their symptoms get worse after they have eaten certain foods.

In fact, there is a scientific basis for the association between certain food choices and rheumatoid arthritis symptoms.

This association helps to explain why otherwise healthy food choices may aggravate rheumatoid arthritis.

Indeed, several studies have identified a link between gluten consumption and autoimmune conditions (RA is autoimmune arthritis), notes Peyton.

Emphasising the point, a study published in the Oxford Journal of Rheumatology stated that 41 percent of those suffering from rheumatoid arthritis improved on a gluten-free diet conducted over a one year period.

"Therefore take a look at your diet and assess whether you are consuming sufficient anti-inflammatory fats and not too many pro-inflammatory fats

According to the NHS, if you feel your arthritis is aggravated by eating certain foods, it may be useful to try avoiding problematic foods for a few weeks to see if your symptoms improve