Although compelling, no clear-cut links between dietary factors and the risk of developing rheumatoid arthritis (RA) have been confirmed. Recent investigations have implicated increased consumption of red meat as a risk factor for incident inflammatory arthritis.
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Excercise and Osteoarthritis
Exercise may decrease the risk of developing knee osteoarthritis (OA) via trophic effects on cartilage and muscle strengthening. However, exercise may also predispose to knee OA via joint loading and the potential for traumatic injury. These predisposing factors may be more important in individuals who are overweight or obese.
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