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Why We Need More Potassium and How to Get It

Why We Need More Potassium and How to Get It

Kelly O'Neill 6 Comments ,
Recent studies show potassium supplementation may reduce pain for some patients. The use of corticosteroids is another reason people with chronic illness may need more potassium. First some very basic background information. If you’re trying to lower sodium, you may need more potassium In order for cells to function properly, potassium must be higher in concentration inside...Continue reading      6 Comments » Read more
10 Things I Wish I Knew 10 Years Ago About Rheumatoid Arthritis

10 Things I Wish I Knew 10 Years Ago About Rheumatoid Arthritis

Kelly O'Neill 25 Comments , ,
Why wonder about 10 things I wish I knew 10 years ago? January was my rheumaversary. Yes that’s a new word. But it’s pretty clear what it means. Over the past few months I’ve been pondering what it means to live a decade with unrelenting rheumatoid disease. What does my future hold? There is so much...Continue reading      25 Comments » Read more
Glenn Frey's cause of death

Glenn Frey’s Cause of Death

Kelly O'Neill 40 Comments ,
Rheumatoid disease is not for the faint of heart. Just as 3 heartrending comments reminded me what a struggle it can be to keep fighting, RA Warriors began to grapple the shocking news of Glenn Frey’s cause of death. The Eagles’ website: “Glenn fought a courageous battle for the past several weeks but, sadly, succumbed to complications...Continue reading      40 Comments » Read more
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10 More Rheumatoid Arthritis Facts I Learned the Hard Way

Kelly O'Neill 39 Comments ,
Must-know rheumatoid disease / rheumatoid arthritis facts One of the most popular articles on RA Warrior discusses 10 Essential Facts About Rheumatoid Arthritis No Doctor Ever Told Me. Those first 10 rheumatoid arthritis facts are still very important. However, this disease keeps teaching us over time, doesn’t it? No one who is not living with rheumatoid disease...Continue reading      39 Comments » Read more
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21 Gifts for People with Rheumatoid Arthritis

Kelly O'Neill 9 Comments ,
Special gifts for people with rheumatoid arthritis / rheumatoid disease - UPDATED People asked me for years to publish a gift guide for people with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) / disease (RD). The past few months I thought about what the best gifts for people with rheumatoid arthritis are anyway. We appreciate the same loving gifts as...Continue reading      9 Comments » Read more
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7 Rheumatoid Arthritis Bathroom Complications

Kelly O'Neill 51 Comments ,
Rheumatoid arthritis bathroom problems? That’s right. Bathroom. Not a big fan of potty humor. But if you live with active rheumatoid arthritis bathroom visits can create a minefield of problems. As the bathroom became more and more difficult for me, I wondered whether I’m the only one. Today, I’m being bold to ask. Do you have a...Continue reading      51 Comments » Read more
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Hardest #rheum Question From a Reader: Where Do I Go From Here?

Kelly O'Neill 13 Comments ,
Your comments, I’ve said, are a special blog in themselves, rich with insight and passion. Let’s talk about a recent comment by Paul on What’s Your First Symptom of Rheumatoid Arthritis: Hi All , my nanna was critical with it my Mum has spur’s on her spine her fingers are twisted and knarled and can’t hardly...Continue reading      13 Comments » Read more
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