New Research Examines the Use of Natural Dietary Supplements by RA Patients

The authors conclude that a larger scale, multi-regional and non-provider–affiliated survey may help identify more current estimates of the prevalence and pattern of supplement use in the general RA population. Additionally, “up-to-date assessments of RA population–based usage patterns may assist providers in remaining cognizant of their patients’ practices and enhance their ability to identify [supplement]-related clinical outcomes,” write the authors.

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DeSalvo JC, Skiba MB, Howe CL, et al. Natural product dietary supplement use by individuals with rheumatoid arthritis: A scoping review. Arthritis Care Res (Hoboken). 2019 Jun;71(6):787–797.

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