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Rheumatoid Arthritis - Natural Treatments

Posted on November 5, 2016 at 1:00 AM

Introduction:

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic, progressive disease which causes inflammation in the joints, resulting in reduced mobility and painful deformities. The exact cause is still unknown but genetic and environmental factors are thought to contribute. The inflammation and production of pro-inflammatory cytokines causes the synovium, which lines the inside of joints, to thicken, especially in the wrists, fingers, feet, and ankles. Over time, the cartilage and elastic tissue that covers the end of bones can also become damaged due to antigen-activated CD4+ T cells which amplify the immune response. This leads to an increased destruction of bone by synoviocytes, causing joints to become unstable and painful.


Standard treatment for patients with RA include non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). NSAIDs work by inhibiting the activity of cyclooxygenase (COX) enzymes involved in prostaglandin (PG) synthesis. The decreased production of PGs reduces the pain experienced in RA. Common side effects experienced with prolonged use include gastrointestinal bleeding and ulcer formation. Finding an alternative intervention which provides the same benefits without the harmful side effects would be of great benefit.


There are several things that can be done from a nutritional perspective to help reduce the signs and symptoms of RA.

Treatment aims include:

  • Reducing joint pain 
  • Decreasing swelling and inflammation 
  • Increase the joints range of movement and reduce stiffness 
  • Modulate the immune response in autoimmunity 
  • Improve energy and reduce fatigue 
  • Improve sleep onset and quality 

These aims can be achieved with the following remedies:


Probiotics: Lactobacillus casei

Supplementation with L. casei in human randomised control trials has shown to be effective for reducing the number of tender and swollen joints, reducing swelling and inflammation and improving joint range of movement in patients with RA (Alipour et al. 2014, p.519). This may be due to its action of down regulating Th1 effector functions and pro-inflammatory cytokines such as IL-6 and TNF-α (Alipour et al. 2014, p.519). Supplementing with 108CFU/day has been shown to be an effective dose (Vaghef-Mehrabany et al. 2013, p.430).


Turmeric:

Curcumin is the active component of the common spice turmeric. It employs a wide range of actions by modulating numerous signalling pathways and transcription factors (Park et al. 2007, p.365). Curcumin demonstrates effective anti-inflammatory activity by inhibiting several mediators of the inflammatory response such as chemokines, cytokines, growth factors and adhesion molecules as well as the NF-kB pathway (Chandran & Goel 2012, p.1719). Enzymes involved in eicosanoid production, such as cyclooxygenase-2, are also reduced leading to decreased levels of pro-inflammatory agents (Park et al. 2007, p.365). A randomised, single-blinded, pilot study with 45 participants found that patients with RA who took 500 mg of curcumin for 8 weeks had reduced levels of inflammation (Chandran & Goel 2012, p.1719). 


Vitamin D:

Modulating the immune system is helpful in autoimmune conditions such as RA. Vitamin D modulates the adaptive immune system by directly affecting the activation of T lymphocytes and B lymphocytes and the functioning of antigen-presenting cells (ACPs) such as dendritic cells (DCs) (Kamen & Tangpricha 2010, p.441). Each of these immune cells express vitamin D receptors (VDRs) which produce enzymes capable of manufacturing active 1,25(OH)2D (Prietl et al. 2013, p.2502). Upon exposure to vitamin D, a shift from a pro-inflammatory to a more tolerant immune status occurs (Kamen & Tangpricha 2010, p.441).

Calcitriol suppresses T helper (Th) cell proliferation and differentiation and modulates their cytokine production, particularly IL-2, interferon-γ and TNF-α (Prietl et al. 2013, p.2502). Calcitriol also promotes the production of more anti-inflammatory Th2 cytokines. Th17 cells which produce IL-17 appear to play a major role in autoimmune conditions and are also affected by vitamin D (Prietl et al. 2013, p.2502). Figure 2 below demonstrates various different roles vitamin D plays in immune function.


Plant Based Diets:

A plant based diet is high in whole grains, beans and legumes and also in fruits and vegetables. Fruits and vegetables are a great source of nutrients and phytochemicals needed for a healthy skeletal system. Vitamin C is crucial for collagen formation and is anti-inflammatory (Lister et al. 2007, p.69). A single blinded dietary intervention study looked at the effect of a low fat vegan diet on patients with RA and found that it significantly improved all symptom measures (McDougall et al. 2002, p.71). The standard Australian diet is high in meat products which are also high in arachidonic acid (AA) (Adam et al. 2003, p.27). Patients with RA may improve on a vegan diet due to the reduction in AA and pro-inflammatory cytokines (Adam et al. 2003, p.27). Hafstrom et al. suggest an additional theory, they propose that vegan diets benefit patients with RA due to a reduction in immune reactivity to food antigens (2001, p.1175).


Exercise

There are many benefits of physical exercise in patients with RA including increased muscle mass, increased strength and improved physical functioning and joint mobility (Cooney et al. 2011, p.3). Exercise doesn’t appear to exacerbate the disease or contribute to joint damage. Physical activity causes changes in levels of antibodies and WBCs which then circulate more rapidly around the body (Walsh et al. 2011, p.17). Increases in NK cells and dendritic cells help fight off infections. Exercise can also increase sleep by improving circadian rhythms and thermoregulation which is important for sleep quality (Durcan et al. 2014, p.1969).


Summery:

RA is a chronic condition so treatment interventions will be required long term. All recommendations discussed above have a good safety profile and are based on human trials in participants with active RA. Adopting a plant based diet may prove challenging at first, so guidance and support will be crucial. Monitoring progress with regular consultations with a qulaified  nutritionist is recommended.


References:

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Choy, E 2012, ‘Understanding the dynamics: pathways involved in the pathogenesis of rheumatoid arthritis’, Rheumatology, vol.51, no.5, pp.3-11, viewed 22 April 2016, <https//www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed>.


Cooney, J, Law, R, Matschke, V, Lemmey, A, Moore, J, Ahmad, Y, Jones, J, Maddison, P & Thom, J 2011, ‘Benefits of exercise in rheumatoid arthritis’ Journal of Aging Research, vol.2011, pp.1-14, viewed 26 April 2016, <https//www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed>.


Davignon, J, Hayder, M, Baron, M, Boyer, J, Constantin, A, Apparailly, F, Poupot, R & Cantagrel, A 2013, ‘Targeting monocytes/macrophages in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis’, Rheumatology, vol.52, no.4, pp.590-598, viewed 22 April 2016, <https//www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed>.


Durcan, L, Wilson, F & Cunnane, G 2014, ‘The effect of exercise on sleep and fatigue in rheumatoid arthritis: a randomised controlled study’, The Journal of rheumatology, vol.41, no.10, pp.1966-1973, viewed 22 April 2016, <https//www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed>.


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McDougall, J, Bruce, B, Spiller, G, Westerdahl, J & McDougall, M 2002, ‘Effects of a very low-fat, vegan diet in subjects with rheumatoid arthritis’, The Journal of Alternative & Complementary Medicine, vol.8, no.1, pp.71-75, viewed 26 April 2016, <https//www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed>.


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