subject: Could Omega 3 Decrease The Swelling Of Rheumatoid Arthritis In Patients [print this page] If you are a patient of rheumatoid arthritis, you know the painful joints and the swelling of the tissues around them. You should be aware that rheumatoid arthritis affects the other organs too This progressive disease affects your skin, lungs as well as your heart. Women are more at risk of developing rheumatoid arthritis. Men don't seem to have quite as high of a risk. As the disease progresses, the cartilage deteriorates and the joints become deformed. The bones can begin to wear away.
You should start the treatment as soon as possible for this disease. Going to the doctor in the early stages can slow down the disease and possibly lower the risk of having heart problems. It is very likely for someone with rheumatoid arthritis to die young from heart problems.
Not many of us will be spared the diagnosis of having some form of arthritis as we age. Some develop it at an early age, but it is mainly a disease of the older generation. It is estimated that one in five adults living in the U.S. have been told they have some form of arthritis.
If you are suffering from rheumatoid arthritis or arthritis in general, it is possible to relieve some of your pain and stiffness by adding omega 3 to your diet. It is also known to reduce the swelling of tissues and has no side effects.
Patients who added Omega 3 fatty acids either in the form of supplements or dietary changes were able to lower the dosage of their medicines. This was with the advice of their doctor. They did not take the decision on their own.
Good sources of omega 3 fatty acids are fish oil, flax seed oil, walnuts, salmon and soy bean oil. You can also take supplements that come both in easy to take capsules and soft gels.
Even if you're not yet suffering from any type of arthritis, it is always a good idea to start getting enough omega 3 in your diet to prevent it. If you have a family member that suffered from rheumatoid arthritis, it is always a very good idea to start taking the omega 3 now. Maybe you could ward off the disease from ever happening to you.
As with any prescription medicines, always consult your doctor before including omega 3 into your diet.
