| 3 Supplements That Could Harm, Not Help, Your Rheumatoid Arthritis
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| Beth W. Orenstein |
| At least half of adults with RA take dietary supplements. And research suggests that some supplements may in fact help reduce RA symptoms, such as turmeric and its active ingredient, curcumin. But a number of supplements touted for rheumatoid arthritis relief may do more harm than good.
Here are some risky supplements that you should speak with your doctor about before taking:
- Cat's Claw is a supplement made from the root and bark of a vine found in the Amazon rainforest and Central America. Producers claim that this supplement can help reduce inflammation. However, there are studies that this supplement can make your immune system more active, worsening RA symptoms.
- Chaparral is a supplement derived from a shrub that grows in the American Southwest and Mexico. Producers claim that this supplement can relieve numerous health conditions, including RA. However, Chaparral can be toxic to the liver.
Learn more about supplements that may not be worth the risk of taking.
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