Did you know that your BMI, or Body Mass Index, could affect your rheumatoid arthritis symptoms and disease activity? It can. Having a very low or very high BMI could make RA remission more difficult, and can also be considered a risk factor for the disease. To learn more, check out my latest Healthline article … Continue reading
Does Dr. Phil need to “get real?” Or, did he just….make a mistake? Recently, Dr. Phil made a comment on his television show that enraged some people with RA. He indirectly claimed that an obsese child could face a whole host of health problems caused by his obesity…. including rheumatoid arthritis. Of course, being overweight … Continue reading
Water aerobics are a great way to keep moving and a fun, fit way to start your new year off right! Yes, the Arthritis Foundation offers aquatics programs – and, yes, many senior citizens and older folks have arthritis. But, as we know, people of ALL ages can get arthritis, too – and water aerobics … Continue reading
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