Diet and nutritional supplements
Diet changes and additional nutrients from food supplements can help people with inflammatory arthritis and osteoarthritis. Learn their uses and side-effects.
How do omega-3 fats help to control inflammation in rheumatoid arthritis?
Learn about the research we're funding to investigate how omega-3 fats help to control inflammation in rheumatoid arthritis, and whether diet supplements help.
Your questions on diet and arthritis
Read our professional answers to your questions about diet and arthritis, including alcohol with gout, protein supplements, mercury in fish and supplements.
Glucosamine
Glucosamine sulphate and glucosamine hydrochloride are nutritional supplements. Learn its uses and side-effects when treating osteoarthritis.
Anthocyanidins
Anthocyanidins are nutritional supplements with strong antioxidant properties. Learn its uses and side-effects when treating fibromyalgia.
Cetylated fatty acids (CFAs)
CFAs are nutritional supplements available over the counter in pharmacies and health food shops. Learn its uses and side-effects when treating osteoarthritis.
Your questions answered
Dr Philip Helliwell and Dr Tom Margham use their expertise to answer your questions about arthritis, including those on treatment, diet and supplements.
Calcium and vitamin D supplements
Calcium and vitamin D supplements may be prescribed as part of the treatment for osteoporosis. Learn their uses and possible risks.
Your questions on alternative supplements
Questions and answers on complementary and alternative supplements including vitamin supplements and cider vinegar.
Green-lipped mussel
Green-lipped mussel is a nutritional supplement. Learn its uses and side-effects when treating rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis.
Collagen
Collagen is a nutritional supplement made from animal or fish materials. Learn its uses and side-effects when treating rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis.
Antler velvet
Antler velvet is a nutritional supplement made from deer or elk antlers. Learn its uses and side-effects when treating rheumatoid arthritis.
Borage seed oil
Borage seed oil is a nutritional supplement rich in essential fatty acids. Learn its uses and side-effects when treating rheumatoid arthritis.
Can your diet help arthritis?
The amount of information about diets can be overwhelming. We find out whether eating or avoiding certain foods can be beneficial for arthritis.
Blackcurrant seed oil
Blackcurrant seed oil is a nutritional supplement rich in omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids. Learn its uses and side-effects when treating rheumatoid arthritis.