About 18 million people across the globe live with rheumatoid arthritis, according to the latest data available from the World Health Organization. Most of them are women.
Health professionals have not determined what causes the chronic disease that produces swelling, tenderness and stiffness in the joints. According to the WHO, rheumatoid arthritis can cause problems with the nervous system heart and lungs if left untreated.
This video describes some adjustments people with rheumatoid arthritis can make in their daily lives to reduce pain. A physician discusses foods that might worsen symptoms and spices and that might minimize painful flare-ups.
