Does Rheumatoid Arthritis Affect Diabetes
Metabolic Syndrome, Obesity, Diabetes and the worsening of Rheumatoid Arthritis
The United States is becoming unhealthier: The rates of obesity, diabetes and metabolic syndrome are on a continued upward trendl. Unfortunately, these illnesses of an inactive and overeating society are having a negative impact on those who suffer from rheumatoid arthritis.
Metabolic syndrome is a combination of conditions that can increase the risk of heart disease and diabetes, among other problems. Metabolic syndrome is characterized by excessive fat around the abdomen (or abdominal o...
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