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    Living With

    Discover more about home remedies and alternative therapies to manage RA on a daily basis. Learn about acupuncture, assistive devices, diet, exercise, stress management, and more.

    1. Tips for Living With RA

      1. Tips for Living With Rheumatoid Arthritis

        You have the power to help yourself manage your RA every day. Here are some ways to do it.

      2. 6 Rheumatoid Arthritis Mistakes to Avoid

        You do your best to live a full life with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). But do you recognize any of these common missteps?

      3. Life Hacks for Rheumatoid Arthritis

        With RA, you know that some days are easier than others. These shortcuts, tools, and tricks can help you get things done.

      4. Young Adults Living With RA

        Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is more likely to appear in middle age, but young adults can get RA, too.

      5. Healthy Aging With Rheumatoid Arthritis

        RA can bring on challenges as you get older. There’s a greater chance of falls, along with other health problems.

    2. Diet

      1. The Best and Worst Foods for Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

         Although there's no "RA diet" that treats the condition, some foods can lower inflammation in your body.

      2. How Does Alcohol Affect Rheumatoid Arthritis?

        If you have rheumatoid arthritis (RA), you might wonder whether it’s OK to have a glass of wine, beer, or a cocktail.

      3. Can a Plant-based Diet Help With RA?

        Can a plant-based diet help you manage your RA symptoms? Researchers have studied this for years. The answer: Possibly.

      4. Paleo Autoimmune Protocol for RA

        There isn't a specific diet that's proven to help RA. Some people say a form of the Paleo diet helps their achy joints.

    3. Exercise

      1. Can I Exercise if I Have Rheumatoid Arthritis?

        Being active is one of the best things you can do for your health, even if you have rheumatoid arthritis (RA).

      2. Make an Exercise Plan for RA

        What can you do to feel better when you have rheumatoid arthritis and you're stiff, sore, and tired? Give exercise a try.

      3. How to Adapt Exercises for Rheumatoid Arthritis

        RA can make it uncomfortable to work out, but there are benefits to being physically active when you have this condition.

      4. RA: Exercises That Are Easy On Your Joints

        Having RA doesn’t give you a pass to escape working out. In fact, exercise can keep your joints and muscles strong.

      5. How to Make Your Walks Help Your RA

        Walking really is like medicine. It eases RA pain and strengthens the muscles that support your joints.

    4. Mental & Emotional Health

      1. Your Daily Emotional Check-In for Rheumatoid Arthritis

        RA can take a toll on your mental health. You’re more likely to have depression than someone who doesn’t have RA.

      2. How Stress Affects Rheumatoid Arthritis

        Stress can make rheumatoid arthritis (RA) symptoms worse. Take action to keep that from happening.

    5. Family & Relationships

      1. RA and Your Relationships

        How your rheumatoid arthritis makes you feel can affect your social life and relationships.

      2. Family Planning and Rheumatoid Arthritis

        With pain, fatigue, and medication side effects to consider, RA can make family planning more complicated.

      3. How to Have Better Sex When You Have RA

        Living with RA does not mean that you have to settle for less of a sex life.

    6. Your Environment

      1. Managing RA at Work

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