Nutrition in Rheumatoid Arthritis

Kourkouta L., Theodoridis X., Iliadis C., Ziogou T.

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a systemic inflammatory autoimmune disease of unknown etiology, resulting in the progressive destruction of cartilage and bone resulting in structural destruction and functional impotence Purpose: The purpose of this work is to highlight the contribution of diet to rheumatoid arthritis. Methodology: The material in the study was articles on the subject that were found mainly in electronic databases such as Medline, PubMed, Google Scholar, and the Hellenic Academic Libraries Association (HEAL-Link). Results: Nutrition can play an important role in preventing the onset of the disease as it is directly related to improving bone mass and maintaining bone and joints. Of particular importance are the contribution of various nutrients, vitamins and antioxidants to reducing the risk of fractures, inflammation and pain and energy consumption. Conclusions: Proper information of patients on the disease and the available therapeutic methods can make a significant contribution to their activation and activation for participation in various therapies that will contribute significantly to the control of the disease with as few consequences as possible.