Who gets arthritis? -- What causes arthritis? -- What is my risk of developing arthritis? -- How is arthritis diagnosed? -- What other conditions are associated with arthritis? -- Lifestyle changes -- Medications for arthritis -- Surgery -- Complementary and alternative medicine -- Nutritional and herbal supplements -- Dietary therapy -- Arthritis diet principles and practices -- Arthritis diet cooking tips -- Arthritis diet menu plans.
Summary:
"The essential guide for understanding and managing of rheumatoid arthritis with companion recipes. Recent reports indicate that as many as 91 million Americans may have arthritis and 350 million people may have arthritis worldwide. For those who experience this often-painful condition, The Complete Arthritis Health, Diet Guide and Cookbook will be an essential guide and a great help. With details on the symptoms and causes of arthritis and information on medications and supplements, this book also offers advice around food and lifestyle choices that may help manage symptoms of arthritis including inflammation. Experienced dietitian Kim Arrey and noted rheumatologist Michael Star offer advice based on and supported by new clinical and scientific research, and deliver over 100 delicious, companion recipes to support an anti-inflammatory diet. Also included are menu plans with nutritional analysis and tips for shopping for healthy foods. With an easy-to-understand approach, The Complete Arthritis Health, Diet Guide and Cookbook will be an indispensable resource in helping anyone suffering with arthritis manage their symptoms, while improving their overall health and wellbeing. This trusted resource has sold 22,000 copies across editions and will continue to offer relief for thousands of people for many years to come."-- Provided by publisher.
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.