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Best Diets and Foods for Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA): What Actually Helps Inflammation
Best diet for rheumatoid arthritis? Discover foods that reduce inflammation and support gut and heart health without restrictive rules.

Cristina Montoya, RD
12 min read


The Truth About Nightshades: Are They Bad for Your Arthritis?
I've often been advised to eliminate nightshade vegetables to help reduce or prevent flare-ups and joint damage. Is there any truth in their claims?

Cristina Montoya, RD
4 min read


Turmeric Golden Milk for Gut & Joint Support
Turmeric is a great anti-inflammatory spice to have in your kitchen. Enjoy this comforting golden milk, hot or cold!

Cristina Montoya, RD
2 min read


Talk Over RA: Busting Common Diet and Rheumatoid Arthritis Myths
Let's take a deeper look at the most common diet and Rheumatoid Arthritis myths.

Cristina Montoya, RD
6 min read


Talk Over RA: The Worst Foods for Rheumatoid Arthritis
Let's continue this #TAlkOverRA series by discussing some of the worst foods for Rheumatoid Arthritis.

Cristina Montoya, RD
5 min read


Talk Over RA: The Best Foods for Rheumatoid Arthritis
There are dietary patterns with anti-inflammatory properties may augment the effect of the therapies used to manage RA.

Cristina Montoya, RD
5 min read


Anti-inflammatory Mayan Spice Hot Chocolate
I am talking about authentic hot dark chocolate made in water lightly infused with cane sugar, chocolate bean powder, cinnamon, and cloves.

Cristina Montoya, RD
2 min read


Welcome to Cannabis Bites: Cristina's Personal Medical Cannabis Journey
I was born and raised in Colombia at the height of the drug cartel wars and the Pablo Escobar era in Medellin. Continue reading...

Cristina Montoya, RD
3 min read


On Trend: Is There A Relationship Between Gluten And Inflammatory Arthritis?
Are you wondering about going gluten-free to help with your inflammatory symptoms and want to know if it could work for you, keep reading!

Cristina Montoya, RD
4 min read


Supporting Your Immune System When You Are Immunocompromised: COVID-19 Edition
I know the general stress and anxiety that comes with the flu season and rising COVID-19 cases in Canada and across the globe.

Cristina Montoya, RD
5 min read


On Trend: Is the Carnivore Diet an Option for Arthritis?
The Carnivore Diet is precisely what you are thinking; you eat only animal foods. Does it help to alleviate pain and inflammation?

Cristina Montoya, RD
4 min read
Get the Arthritis Dietitian's Guide to Anti-inflammatory Eating with Arthritis

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