Millions of readers around the world have come to trust Dr Miriam Nelson's advice through her highly successful Strong Women series. In this book she reveals the results of groundbreaking research into arthritis.

The study developed a range of lifestyle tools for people with arthritis. People who participated experienced a 43% reduction in pain, 44% improved physical function and a remarkable 71% improvement in strength.

This book not only provides the tools used in the study, it is a definitive, hands-on guide for treating - as well as preventing - arthritis. This book also:

• exposes common misconceptions about arthritis
• is brimming with strategies for defeating the symptoms and improving the quality of life
• it is easy - and fun - to read and apply

Strong Women & Men Beat Arthritis includes:

• an exercise program designed to protect the joints and reduce stiffness and soreness
• an eating plan to reduce inflammation and pain
• a guide to the latest medications and complementary therapies
• strategies for overcoming arthritis related depression

Miriam Nelson PhD is Associate Professor of Nutrition and Director of the Center for Physical Fitness at the School of Nutrition Science and Policy at Tufts University. She is also a fellow of the American College of Sports Medicine and holds their certification as health/fitness director.