Some people may experience joint swelling and pain when the weather is bad, which is one of the main manifestations of rheumatoid arthritis. So what are the dietary precautions for rheumatoid arthritis?
【Traditional Chinese Medicine Treatment for Rheumatoid Arthritis】
Licorice and Prepared Aconite Decoction
Source: "Treatise on Febrile Diseases"
Prescription: 6g of licorice (processed), 12g of prepared aconite (peeled and crushed), 6g of white atractylodes, 12g of cinnamon twig
Main effects: Warming the meridians, dispelling cold, and eliminating wind and dampness. It is used to treat rheumatoid arthritis with bone and joint pain, inability to flex or extend the joints due to severe pain, profuse sweating, shortness of breath, difficulty in urination, aversion to wind, and reluctance to remove clothing. It may also cause slight swelling in the body.
Usage and dosage: Boil the above four ingredients with 1.2 liters of water until 600 milliliters remain. Remove the residue. Take 200 milliliters orally, three times a day. The symptoms will be relieved if slight sweating occurs after taking the decoction for the first time.
【Dietary Precautions for Rheumatoid Arthritis】
Firstly, patients with rheumatoid arthritis should choose high-protein, high-vitamin, and easily digestible foods. Through a reasonable combination of nutrition and appropriate cooking methods, the patients' appetite should be improved as much as possible to meet the body's nutritional and energy needs.
Secondly, patients with rheumatoid arthritis should avoid foods that are not beneficial to their condition and highly stimulating foods such as chili peppers, especially during the acute phase of rheumatoid arthritis or for patients with excessive Yin and internal heat.
Carbohydrates and fats should also be consumed in moderation. This is because corticosteroids are often used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, which can lead to glucose metabolism disorders and elevated blood sugar levels. Fatty foods are greasy and can increase blood lipid and cholesterol levels, leading to vascular sclerosis in the heart and brain, and can also cause certain damage to the spleen and stomach functions.
The amount of salt intake for patients with rheumatoid arthritis should be less than that of normal individuals, as excessive salt intake can cause sodium salt retention.
In addition, tea, coffee, citrus fruits, and dairy products may aggravate the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis.
