How Can a Mediterranean Diet Help Me if I Have Rheumatoid Arthritis?
Eat More Fish
Inflammation caused by rheumatoid arthritis is caused by the presence of higher levels of cytokines in your blood. Polyunsaturated fatty acids, like omega-3 fatty acids, diminish levels of cytokines and other inflammatory substances in your body.
Fish that are high in omega-3 fatty acids include:
- Salmon
- Herring
- Sardines
- Anchovies
Try to incorporate any of these fish in your diet about twice a week.
