By Humeira Badsha, Melanie Swan, Victoria Tipper, Hened Chouiery, Zahra Marikar, Rashmi Krishnan
Did you know?Arthritis is the leading cause of disability among adults in the United States. There are more than 50 types of arthritis.Annually, 172 million workdays are lost due to arthritis in the US alone.One in three people between the age of 18 – 64 have doctor-diagnosed arthritis or report similar symptomsIf only there was a comprehensive guide to managing arthritis, written in simple, easy-to understand language by an actual expert who has a deep understanding of arthritis!The Wellness Guide to Arthritis is just what the doctor ordered. Written and edited by Dr. Humeria Badsha, a consultant rheumatologist with over 2 decades of experience spanning various countries, including Singapore and the U.S., The Wellness Guide to Arthritis will be the only guide you will ever need.In four well explained sections, this book gives you all the information you would need to manage your arthritis.Section 1:Understanding Arthritis – A medical explanation for the many types of arthritis. A guide to medications and their benefits and side effects.Section 2:Let food be thy medicine – Explains the food-arthritis connection. Elimination diets and recipes. Section on supplements and natural therapies.Section 3:Exercise and Arthritis – Explains the importance of exercisefor managing arthritis. Photos and guides to Yoga, Pilates, and exercise for common joint problemsSection 4:Acceptance and joy – Living a full life with arthritis.Each of these sections has inputs from qualified experts in the respective fields. This book will be useful for patients,caregivers, family and friends, and even for holistic health professionals working in the area of arthritis.Dr. Badsha did her Rheumatology training at University of California Los Angeles, USA. She is American Board-Certified in Rheumatology and Internal Medicine and certified in Musculoskeletal Ultrasound. She has worked in Los Angeles, Boston, Singapore and taught students at Harvard, Tufts, UCLA, and National University of Singapore. She moved to Dubai and has been Founder and Board Member of the Emirates Arthritis Foundation & Emirates Society for Rheumatology, Dr. Badsha has an extensive insight into the rise of arthritis across populations. Having seen the devastating effects of the disease close to home, she has dedicated her knowledge to the creation of this guide for managing arthritis. She has brought her team of experts together for this comprehensive book." As a woman who has battled arthritis for 30 years, I had the privilege of advance reading Dr.Badsha's book. This is all the book you will ever need to take charge of your arthritis. Written with scientific facts in layman's language , with unique insights from people who have arthritis themselves". Linda" I suffered with pains for years before receiving a diagnosis of fibromyalgia. I wish I had this book when I was starting my journey. Love the recipes!". Mona Kao" Dr. Badsha has indeed created the most unique book for those with joint problems. It will help me in my management ". Nick