'Arthritis' is a catch-all term used to refer to one of several conditions that, collectively, are referred to as 'arthropathies'. This guide describes the main types of arthritis so that you can distinguish between them, their causes and symptoms.

After heart disease, arthritis is the second largest cause of illness and days lost from work. As a degenerative disease, almost everyone will gain some form of arthritis as they age. It is in your interest therefor to learn how to protect your joints and to know which dietary supplements (if any) can actually help alleviate the symptoms of the disease.