Disease Modifying Anti-Rheumatic Drugs (DMARD Medicines) & Biologic Medications. DMARD medicines reduce inflammation in the body. Research shows that these medicines can decrease joint damage and the progression of rheumatoid arthritis in the body. Patients may experience fewer RA symptoms as a result.
The DASH Diet Plan. The DASH diet eating plan is a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, low fat or nonfat dairy. It also includes mostly whole grains; lean meats, fish and poultry; nuts and beans.It is high fiber and low to moderate in fat. It is a plan that follows US guidelines for sodium content, along with vitamins and minerals.he DASH Diet Plan. The DASH diet eating plan is a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, low fat or nonfat dairy. It also includes mostly whole grains; lean meats, fish and poultry; nuts and beans.
The DASH diet is especially recommended for people with hypertension (high blood pressure) or prehypertension. The DASH diet eating plan has been proven to lower blood pressure in studies sponsored by the National Institutes of Health (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension). In addition to being a low salt (or low sodium) plan, the DASH diet provides additional benefits to reduce blood pressure.