Fish and Arthritis 15

Fish for Relief.

Some people do indeed respond to fish oil.
Not everyone, but some.

A report published by researchers at the
Albany Medical Center in New York confirms that observation.

It showed that patients with rheumatoid arthritis who
took fish-oil capsules showed improvement in
joint tenderness and fatigue.

Though fish oil has received plenty of press in the
last few years, the active ingredient in fish oil -omega-3
fatty acids- has been around in the form of cod-liver oil for years.

Studies have shown that 1 teaspoon per day of cod-liver oil
may help alleviate symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis by
providing the body with substantial amounts of vitamins D and A.

Vitamin D is important for bone growth, while vitamin A
may have anti-inflammatory effects. Fish oils also compete
with other types of fatty acids that are believed to trigger
arthritis inflammation.

Please note, both vitamins D and A can be toxic in large amounts,
so limit your intake of cod-liver oil to only a teaspoon a day.

Also, too much of these vitamins can cause liver damage over time.
Consult with your physician if you think you need fish-oil
supplements or supplemental vitamin D.

Or, instead of using supplements, try a low-fat diet that
includes fish such as mackerel or salmon, which contain omega-3s.

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