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Wellness Weekly Column

by Manette LaChance | RISE Fitness and Wellness Expert

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Articles by Topic Tips & Advice 7 Great Things to Do for Your General Health *Sep 14, 2011* 7 Great Things to Do for Your RA *Aug 31, 2011* Slow Cooker Lentil and Brown Rice Stew *Aug 17, 2011* Slow Cooker Lemon Garlic Chicken *Aug 3, 2011* Time-Saving Turkey Meatloaf *Jul 20, 2011* Time-Saving Meal Tips as a Working Parent With RA *Jul 6, 2011* Balancing Family Life and Parenting When You Have RA *Jun 22, 2011* Neck Stretch Exercises *Mar 30, 2011* Create a Roadmap For Quitting Tobacco *Mar 16, 2011* Smoking and RA *Mar 2, 2011* Why is There So Much Fatigue With Rheumatoid Arthritis? *Feb 16, 2011* A Typical Physical Therapy Visit *Feb 2, 2011* Physical Therapists as a Resource for Your Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) *Jan 19, 2011* Accessing Inner Strength and Reaching Out *Oct 27, 2010* Using Discipline to Achieve Your Goals *Oct 13, 2010* Staying Motivated to Reach Your Goals *Sep 29, 2010* Setting Realistic Goals With RA *Sep 15, 2010* Problem Solving With an Unpredictable Disease *Sep 1, 2010* Coping Strategies for Rheumatoid Arthritis *Aug 18, 2010* Managing Your RA in the Workplace *Jul 7, 2010* Managing the Stress of Rheumatoid Arthritis *Apr 28, 2010* Part 2—Rheumatoid Arthritis and Cardiovascular Risk: Your Role in Reducing Your Risk *Apr 21, 2010* Part 1—Rheumatoid Arthritis and Cardiovascular Risk: The Connection *Apr 14, 2010* Make Writing Holiday Greetings Easier on Your Joints *Dec 16, 2009* ‘Tis the Season to Shop With Less Stress *Dec 2, 2009* Osteoporosis in People With RA: Are You at Risk? *Jul 29, 2009* Planning a Safe and Enjoyable Walk *May 27, 2009* Walking in Your Comfort Zone *May 20, 2009* Fly Away—In Spite of RA *May 6, 2009* Adopt a Dog and Take a Bite Out of RA *Apr 29, 2009* Keep Your Garden Growing *Apr 22, 2009* Enjoying Life's Little Pleasures *Apr 8, 2009* Harnessing the Power of Positive Thinking *Apr 1, 2009* Tips For Sleeping Tight *Mar 25, 2009* Making Grocery Shopping Easier *Mar 11, 2009* Making RA a Better Dining Companion *Feb 25, 2009* Do Your Feet a Favor *Jun 4, 2008* Watch Your Step! *May 21, 2008* Balancing Act: *Apr 30, 2008* Give Yourself a Break *Apr 23, 2008* If the Shoe Fits... *Apr 9, 2008* The Importance of Good Posture *Feb 13, 2008* Tracking Your RA *Nov 21, 2007* Listening to Your Body *Nov 4, 2007* Diet & Exercise The New Dietary Guidelines From the USDA *Jan 11, 2012* Yoga for RA—Modified Downward Facing Dog Pose *Dec 28, 2011* Yoga for RA—Modified Cat/Cow Pose *Dec 14, 2011* Yoga for RA—Child's Pose *Nov 30, 2011* Baked Kale Chips: a Fun Vegetable Recipe *Nov 2, 2011* Balancing Exercise Series Part 4: Side Balance *Jan 5, 2011* Balancing Exercise Series Part 3: Leg Bends *Dec 22, 2010* Balancing Exercise Series Part 2: Heel Raises *Dec 8, 2010* Balancing Exercise Series Part 1: Leg Balance *Nov 24, 2010* Super Fiber *Aug 4, 2010* Let's Strengthen Those Knees! *Jul 21, 2010* Part 1—Healthier Eating With RA: Baked vs Fried *Jun 23, 2010* Part 2—Healthier Eating With RA: Butter vs Margarine *May 12, 2010* Part 3—Spice Up Your Life: Antioxidants in Seasonings *Mar 31, 2010* Shoulder Stretches *Mar 17, 2010* Arm Exercises: Part Three *Mar 10, 2010* Arm Exercises: Part Two *Feb 24, 2010* Arm Exercises: Part One *Feb 10, 2010* Let's Go Shopping for Antioxidants! *Jan 20, 2010* Antioxidants May Actually Benefit People With RA *Jan 6, 2010* A Thanksgiving Dinner You Can Truly Be Thankful For *Nov 18, 2009* Anemia & RA Part 2: Diagnosis and Treatment *Nov 4, 2009* Anemia & RA Part 1: An overview *Oct 21, 2009* Feet First: Pool Exercises for Your Lower Body *Oct 7, 2009* Making Waves: Arm Exercises for the Pool *Sep 30, 2009* Stop and Smell the Roses—Literally *Sep 23, 2009* Why Vitamin D Is Key *Aug 26, 2009* Putting Food on the Table in the Face of RA *Jul 22, 2009* It's All in the Wrists, Hands, and Forearms *Jul 15, 2009* Take a Dip Into a Healthy Routine: *Jun 17, 2009* Step it up a Notch: *Jun 10, 2009* Hey, Loosen Up! *Jun 3, 2009* Get the Exercise You Need With a Few Simple Steps *May 13, 2009* Exercising in the Kitchen *Mar 4, 2009* Adding Good Bacteria to Your Diet *Feb 18, 2009* What Good Bacteria Could Do for You *Feb 11, 2009* Good and Bad Fats: Part 2 *Jan 7, 2009* Good and Bad Fats: Part 1 *Dec 24, 2008* Warming Up Your Hands for the Holidays *Nov 19, 2008* To Rake or Not To Rake? *Oct 24, 2008* Loosen Up *Sep 10, 2008* Aerobic Exercise: Spandex Optional *Aug 27, 2008* Strength Training *Jul 30, 2008* Eat. Sleep. Exercise. *Jul 23, 2008* It's all in the Hips (and Knees) *Jun 11, 2008* My Favorite Foot & Ankle Exercises *May 28, 2008* Fitting Exercise into Your Day *Apr 16, 2008* Your RA and Your Diet *Jan 9, 2008* Complementary & Alternative Therapies Is Yoga Good for Rheumatoid Arthritis? *Jun 8, 2011* Practicing Concentration Meditation *May 25, 2011* Replacing Stressful Thoughts With Concentration Meditation *May 11, 2011* Practicing Mindfulness Meditation *Apr 27, 2011* Reducing Stress With Mindfulness Meditation *Apr 13, 2011* Ahhh, Aromatherapy *Aug 12, 2009* Yin, Yang, & Your RA *Sep 24, 2008* Heating Packs vs Frozen Peas *Jun 18, 2008* Tension Release Meditation *Jan 23, 2008* 3 Simple Steps to Relaxation *Jan 16, 2008* Considering Complementary and Alternative Therapies: Part 5 *Jan 2, 2008* Considering Complementary and Alternative Therapies: Part 4 *Dec 19, 2007* Considering Complementary and Alternative Therapies: Part 2 *Dec 5, 2007* Considering Complementary and Alternative Therapies: Part 1 *Nov 28, 2007* Joint Care When It Comes to Corticosteroids, Doctor Knows Best *Nov 16, 2011* A Recipe for Joint Care in the Kitchen *Feb 4, 2009* Joint Care for RA: Part 4 *Apr 2, 2008* Joint Care for RA: Part 3 *Mar 26, 2008* Joint Care for RA: Part 2 *Mar 19, 2008* Joint Care for RA: Part 1 *Feb 20, 2008* Communication Asking for Help: Part 2 *May 14, 2008* Asking for Help: Part 1 *May 7, 2008* Communicating With Family and Friends *Feb 6, 2008* Other Give Back, Get More *Apr 7, 2010* The Best Medicine *Jan 30, 2008*		Articles by Date 2012 Jan-Mar The New Dietary Guidelines From the USDA *Jan 11, 2012* Apr-Jun Jul-Sep Oct-Dec 2011 Jan-Mar Neck Stretch Exercises *Mar 30, 2011* Create a Roadmap For Quitting Tobacco *Mar 16, 2011* Smoking and RA *Mar 2, 2011* Why is There So Much Fatigue With Rheumatoid Arthritis? *Feb 16, 2011* A Typical Physical Therapy Visit *Feb 2, 2011* Physical Therapists as a Resource for Your Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) *Jan 19, 2011* Balancing Exercise Series Part 4: Side Balance *Jan 5, 2011* Apr-Jun Balancing Family Life and Parenting When You Have RA *Jun 22, 2011* Is Yoga Good for Rheumatoid Arthritis? *Jun 8, 2011* Practicing Concentration Meditation *May 25, 2011* Replacing Stressful Thoughts With Concentration Meditation *May 11, 2011* Practicing Mindfulness Meditation *Apr 27, 2011* Reducing Stress With Mindfulness Meditation *Apr 13, 2011* Jul-Sep 7 Great Things to Do for Your General Health *Sep 14, 2011* 7 Great Things to Do for Your RA *Aug 31, 2011* Slow Cooker Lentil and Brown Rice Stew *Aug 17, 2011* Slow Cooker Lemon Garlic Chicken *Aug 3, 2011* Time-Saving Turkey Meatloaf *Jul 20, 2011* Time-Saving Meal Tips as a Working Parent With RA *Jul 6, 2011* Oct-Dec Yoga for RA—Modified Downward Facing Dog Pose *Dec 28, 2011* Yoga for RA—Modified Cat/Cow Pose *Dec 14, 2011* Yoga for RA—Child's Pose *Nov 30, 2011* When It Comes to Corticosteroids, Doctor Knows Best *Nov 16, 2011* Baked Kale Chips: a Fun Vegetable Recipe *Nov 2, 2011* 2010 Jan-Mar Part 3—Spice Up Your Life: Antioxidants in Seasonings *Mar 31, 2010* Shoulder Stretches *Mar 17, 2010* Arm Exercises: Part Three *Mar 10, 2010* Arm Exercises: Part Two *Feb 24, 2010* Arm Exercises: Part One *Feb 10, 2010* Let's Go Shopping for Antioxidants! *Jan 20, 2010* Antioxidants May Actually Benefit People With RA *Jan 6, 2010* Apr-Jun Part 1—Healthier Eating With RA: Baked vs Fried *Jun 23, 2010* Part 2—Healthier Eating With RA: Butter vs Margarine *May 12, 2010* Managing the Stress of Rheumatoid Arthritis *Apr 28, 2010* Part 2—Rheumatoid Arthritis and Cardiovascular Risk: Your Role in Reducing Your Risk *Apr 21, 2010* Part 1—Rheumatoid Arthritis and Cardiovascular Risk: The Connection *Apr 14, 2010* Give Back, Get More *Apr 7, 2010* Jul-Sep Staying Motivated to Reach Your Goals *Sep 29, 2010* Setting Realistic Goals With RA *Sep 15, 2010* Problem Solving With an Unpredictable Disease *Sep 1, 2010* Coping Strategies for Rheumatoid Arthritis *Aug 18, 2010* Super Fiber *Aug 4, 2010* Let's Strengthen Those Knees! *Jul 21, 2010* Managing Your RA in the Workplace *Jul 7, 2010* Oct-Dec Balancing Exercise Series Part 3: Leg Bends *Dec 22, 2010* Balancing Exercise Series Part 2: Heel Raises *Dec 8, 2010* Balancing Exercise Series Part 1: Leg Balance *Nov 24, 2010* Accessing Inner Strength and Reaching Out *Oct 27, 2010* Using Discipline to Achieve Your Goals *Oct 13, 2010*

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Here you'll find advice on how to take a more comprehensive approach toward managing your rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Keep in mind, this column is intended to advise you on how to complement your treatment, not replace it. Please consult your doctor to determine what advice may be right for you.

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