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9. Oats
Like other whole grains, oats can lower your level of C-reactive protein (CRP) – a sign of inflammation in the body. This is particularly evident for RA sufferers, who generally experience a spike in CRP when their arthritis is in flare, and lower CRP measurements normally come when treatment takes effect.
Oats and grains are also loaded with selenium, an antioxidant that could help fight off inflammation. One advantage to choosing oats over other whole grains like wheat and barley is that they don’t contain the protein gluten, which is known to bother some GI tracts, though their soluble fiber content is just as high.
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