by ShellyManning | Nov 30, 2023
A study published in RMD Open uncovered strange links between certain early-life factors and the risk of developing arthritis. While osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis are better known, ankylosing spondylitis (AS) primarily affects the spine, joints, and tendons,...
by ShellyManning | Nov 26, 2023
Gout is a painful condition that occurs when uric acid builds up in the body and forms crystals in the joints. It can be a chronic issue for some, leading to severe pain and inflammation. Many factors can influence the risk of developing gout, including diet. But...
by ShellyManning | Nov 17, 2023
The pharmaceutical search for an effective arthritis medication has been very bumpy, to say the least. Several drugs have been pulled off the market after being proven to be both useless and dangerous. But maybe a pill already exists that can prevent arthritis? One...
by ShellyManning | Nov 14, 2023
A recent study in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry discovered an ingredient found in many plants that can drastically improve osteoporosis. Strangely, however, it’s important to not consume too much of this ingredient. That will eliminate all of the...
by ShellyManning | Nov 3, 2023
You may have heard that being overweight or obese is a major risk factor for chronic kidney disease (CKD), and that weight loss is essential to manage the condition. Yes and no says a new study published in the journal Obesity. Because there is one thing much more...