Some foods can cause inflammation, and some foods may help to reduce inflammation. In a study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, the authors suggest that following an anti-inflammatory style diet may have an impact on rheumatoid arthritis suffers. ~ Dr. Broussard
This study was attempted to assess whether an anti-inflammatory diet reduces disease activity in patients with rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). Researchers performed a single-blinded crossover trial including a total of 50 patients with RA. Patients were allocated randomly to an intervention diet containing a portfolio of suggested anti-inflammatory foods, or a control diet similar to the general dietary intake in Sweden, for 10 wk. Primary endpoint included change in Disease Activity Score in 28 joints-Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (DAS28-ESR). Changes in the components of DAS28-ESR (tender and swollen joints, ESR, and visual analog scale for general health) and DAS28-C-reactive protein were considered as secondary endpoints. The data reveal positive impacts of a proposed anti-inflammatory diet on disease activity in patients with RA. Additional studies are required to determine if this diet can cause clinically relevant improvements.
Read the full article on American Journal of Clinical Nutrition.