Top 10 Foods to Avoid in Rheumatoid Arthritis and How to Replace Them

Discover the top 10 foods to avoid if you have rheumatoid arthritis and learn healthy substitutes that can help manage your symptoms.
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Dr. Diana Girnita is a double board-certified physician in rheumatology and internal medicine. With a Ph.D. in immunology and training at Harvard and top universities, she founded Rheumatologist OnCall, offering integrative medicine to broaden rheumatology access. With a focus on personalized treatment, Dr. Girnita incorporates proper nutrition, exercise, and stress management. Experience her passion for helping patients with autoimmune disease and arthritis. This video provides general information and is not a substitute for medical advice. Views expressed in comments do not reflect the opinion of Rheumatologist OnCall.
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[HealthyPractices]

Thank you so much Dr. Diana great information! I’ve been able to control my RA for 20 years by eliminating many foods. Recently I had the worst flare up of my life! After I had to take two very strong antibiotics for a bowel infection. But the flare up wouldn’t go away. I tried a plant based only diet but got very very weak! So I added chicken breast and fish and felt much better. But still I was having a flare up. Avoiding sugar, gluten, dairy, Beef and all the rest that usually give me more inflammation and pain. Then someone’s comment on a video when I was doing research solved the mystery- it was my favorite Collagen Supplement from Vital Proteins made from Beef! I didn’t realize how strict I had to be about having absolutely NO BEEF PROTEIN! Wow big break through for me when I stopped the beef collagen the pain and inflammation started going away! You have great videos I have been watching many of them and you always have so many helpful facts. I also wanted to mention that over the years I’ve noticed when I’m gaining weight I have lots of pain and when I’m losing weight, no matter the diet, there’s no pain or very little pain. So I always take that into the equation when I’m trying to figure out what caused a flare up. And when I’m eating healthy and staying at a low weight no pain. 😊

[erkkojc]

I'm suffering over here. This rheumatoid arthritis is killing me

[pachambers]

I have to cut back on many foods to control my rheumatoid arthritis. Sugar cravings, meats, snacks etc.
I know I can do it including exercising more.
Thanks 😊

[sharyncrawford]

Thank you so much Dr. Diana great information! I’ve been able to control my RA for 20 years by eliminating many foods. Recently I had the worst flare up of my life! After I had to take two very strong antibiotics for a bowel infection. But the flare up wouldn’t go away. I tried a plant based only diet but got very very weak! So I added Eggs, chicken breast and fish and felt much better. Avoiding sugar, gluten, dairy, Beef and all the rest that usually give me more inflammation and pain. You have great videos I have been watching many of them and you always have so many helpful facts. I also wanted to mention that over the years I’ve noticed when I’m gaining weight I have lots of pain and when I’m losing weight, no matter the diet, there’s no pain or very little pain. So I always take that into the equation when I’m trying to figure out what caused a flare up. And when I’m eating healthy and staying at a low weight no pain. 😊

I also started some Amino Acids that are doing wonders for my RA, nerve pain and digestive issues! Taurine, Glycine and NAC, and
Citrulline. They heal and protect your whole body. If you have more to heal like autoimmune conditions then the extra Amino Acids are very much needed!

[rajalakshmikumaran]

I am from india 28yrs old last 6yrs having pain.. Now i m RA positve.. Its very painful.. Thanq mam for making wonderful video

[lynnkavanagh]

Thanks for the great information. All I drink now is water & decaf tea, once in a while almond or cashew milk.

[rachaelcriddle]

The most informative video I have seen. Clear precise and left me in no doubt what I can and can’t eat. Excellent!! Thank you.

[merryquantagency]

Now I know why I have athritis: tomatoes, cheese and added sugars that I eat/take everyday. Thanks for your advice 🙂

[inezseiler]

Thank you, This was very educational for me. Rheumatoid Arthritis has been life changing for me. I know nothing about this disease and I have severe RA. So this really helps. Thank you.

[kadirmaras]

Thank you Dr. Diana I am grateful for information about RA. Excellent madam❤ hopefully you get what you deserve and live a good life 🎉

[karenmusicworld]

Sugar is the absolute number 1 worst offender for me and next is gluten, I pay dearly for the next days or even week!

[himadriboruah]

Love from Assam💓💓💓 I'm a patient of RA and I greatly benefited from your videos

[mond]

Very informative. I love the part where you talk about replacements and better food options. 🙂

[anjanaokwuma]

I think it’s just best to shop Whole Foods meaning the outer perimeter in the grocery store. Being very selective on what is chosen.

[tzpcczj]

Thank you very much for your teaching.

[florypridgen]

Thank you for sharing with us those good informations, God bless you ❤

[drmariawolf]

Exceptional tips Dr Girnita! Thanks for you incredible content!

[goodnesschisomchidozie]

Replace processed foods with baked and grilled
Replace sugar with water
Replace red meat with lean protein eg turkey, fish, tofu lentils
Replace dairy products with almond, coconut, soyamilk, plain yoghurt
Replace gluten foods with brown rice, granula and
Replace nightshade vegetables with broccoli, cauliflower, sweet potato
Replace refined carbohydrates with whole grain alternative
Replace alcohol with non alcoholic beverages eg fruit juice and green tea
Replace added sugar with fresh food, dark chocolate

[alxr.]

So, basically, low-carb & keto diets are good for helping decrease inflammation. After starting keto, ALL of my MANY autoimmune diseases were almost non-existent. I highly recommend it!🙌🏼💯✅

[DVTOM]

Are nuts like walnuts, almonds, cashews ok? What about dried fruits like mangos, cranberries, pineapple?