Let’s be real—when you’re juggling flares, fatigue, and the never-ending list of meds, thinking about your daily water intake might feel like the last thing on your mind. But as a rheumatology nurse practitioner who’s worked with hundreds of patients living with RA, I’ve seen firsthand how something as simple as staying hydrated can make…
If there’s one question I get all the time as a rheumatology nurse practitioner, it’s this: “Is there anything I can take that’ll help me feel less tired all the time?” And believe me, I get it. Rheumatoid arthritis and managing fatigue with supplements is something I talk about almost daily in clinic. The exhaustion…
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is already tough to deal with. It’s not just about achy joints—it can mess with your bones, too. And guess what? Calcium can swoop in as the underrated hero here. It’s not some magic cure or anything, but it can really help support your bones, especially if you’re dealing with RA meds…