William, you are most likely right but I doubt I'd be able to convince 
my older sisters (ages 60-68). Perhaps a slow progression into the paleo 
diet, as two are low carb already...?

Thanks,
Stevie

On 1/18/2010 6:33 PM, william wrote:
> Stevie wrote:
>  I have read that paleo eating can help rheumatoid arthritis,
>> but haven't really found anything saying it's of benefit to 
>> osteoarthritis--the wear and tear on joints as we age. Three of my 
>> sisters have osteoarthritis and I've been trying to find info to help 
>> them alleviate pain/inflammation and possibly to prevent further 
>> deterioration of the joint.
>>
>
> Probably raw zero carbohydrate diet, as the most likely to help.
> Also the most difficult.
>
> William
>