Oily Fish Can Protect Against Rheumatoid Arthritis, But Smoking And Psychosocial Stress Increase Its Risk
Friday, June 13, 2008 - 11:28
in Health & Medicine
New data show that intake of oily fish is associated with a reduced risk of developing rheumatoid arthritis, whereas psychosocial work stress and smoking can increase the risk of developing the condition. The findings, all taken from a large population-based case-control study in Sweden, shed light on the important role of environmental and social factors in the development of RA.
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