Refined carbohydrates can exacerbate rheumatoid arthritis (RA) symptoms, researchers warn. It is yet another reminder of the ruinous effects of refined carbs, which make up a large part of the average Western diet. Refined carbs are foods processed in ways that typically remove much of their nutritional value. Common sources include white bread, white rice, and ultra-processed snacks, like white bread, potato chips and candy. Refined carbs have been linked to everything from diabetes to high blood pressure and depression. They are also linked to RA – an autoimmune condition where your immune s…
