Glamma-linolenic acid (GLA) is great supplement to treat arthritis. The fatty acids in the GLA is an evening primrose oil and in one study of 56 rheumatoid arthritis patients, those taking GLA everyday for a period of 6 months showed signs of less joint pain and stiffness as well as a better grip and strength. Always check the labels of oils to see the amount of GLA in them; usually the dose is 1,800 mg daily. In order to get it, one would need eight 1000 mg capsules of borage oil with each containing 240 mg of GLA. Like the fish oil, GLA can also thin your blood and react to other drugs, so it is very important to consult your doctor before taking this treatment.

Vitamins and minerals can also help with the pain of RA. A study conducted at the Mayo Clinic learned that older women who took vitamins like vitamin C, vitamin E, or zinc showed that they were 30% to 60% less likely to develop RA.

There are always trendy herbal remedies that are thought to be good for you but in reality aren’t. One example would be cat’s claw which is a very popular herbal remedy with anti-inflammatory activity in animals. But in reality there is no scientific evidence or study that really shows that it can help humans. Only because it helps animals doesn’t always mean that it will help us, so always consult your physician before trying this herbal remedy.

In another study that was held by the Swedish showed that RA patients who had a Mediterranean diet for three months had less pain, better joint function and more vitality than those who had the Western typical diet. A typical Mediterranean diet is rich in olive oil, cereals, legumes, fish, fruits, vegetables, and low in meats. All of these elements have great anti-inflammatory or antioxidant activities in the body, which can explain why it is a great diet.