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Common Diseases > Rheumatoid Arthitis Arthritis Cause Osteoarthritis Sport Rheumatoid Arthritis Arthritis Tips Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is usually treated by powerful drugs which suppress the symptoms. However, there are options available that attack the cause of the problem, rather than the effect. Feverfew is an old folk remedy for rheumatoid arthritis. Studies have confirmed its effectiveness, but only when it contains at least 0.4 per cent of the active ingredient, parthenolide. Most commercial versions of feverfew do not contain significant amounts of parthenolide. A study of 35 commercially available preparations found either no, or precious little, parthenolide. (J Pharm Pharmacol, 1992,122, 266-70) Avocados may offer relief. The Mayan Indians of the Yucatan Peninsula and Guatemala have been found to be RA free. Their diet includes regular servings of ripe avocado. Various North west Amazon tribes are also reported to be free of RA, presumably for the same reason. (Encyclopaedia of Healing Juices, 1994) Diet is clearly linked to the incidence of RA. Arthritis may be caused by a hidden allergy. In one study 75 per cent of patients improved after they eliminated suspected allergens from their diet. (Lancet, 1986,1, 236-8) Many RA patients suffer from low gastric acid levels. This can in turn lead to leaky gut, which is known to lead to inflammatory joint disease (including RA). We suspect that there may also be a link to Candida Wearing a copper bracelet helps. A study of 240 RA patients found that those given a copper bracelet reported a significant improvement compared to those given a placebo bracelet (Agent's Actions, 1976, 6, 454). Copper can also be used for pain relief. Anthroposophical medicine has had long success with copper ointment. Copper has an anti-inflammatory effect because of its ability to utilise selective anti-oxidants. A copper salicylate complex supplement can be used instead of high-dose aspirin therapy. (Inflammation, 1977, 2, 217-238). Arthritis | Cause | Osteoarthritis | Sport | Rheumatoid Arthritis | Arthritis Tips |
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