How Gluten Causes Rheumatoid Arthritis

After reading in class about how gluten in a variety has been linked to celiac disease particularly for those with weakened immune systems, a recent study found that it may also contribute to rheumatoid arthritis. Gluten is a protein found in many products containing wheat such as bread and pasta and many consumers of gluten who are unknowingly gluten intolerant have experienced side effects such as indigestion. Long term consumption of gluten by especially those who are intolerant has been linked to causing rheumatoid arthritis, a weakening of the joints. Additional symptoms of this disease are muscle cramps, hair loss, nausea and abdominal pain .

Published by: Ramona Petrova

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