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While excess weight can put more stress on weight-bearing joints and increase risk of osteoarthritis, being underweight has also been associated with lower physical function in people with both rheumatoid and osteoarthritis. As much as possible, try to maintain a healthy weight by eating well and keeping the muscles surrounding your joints strong. Visit our online modules for tips on Eating Well 
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Maintaining a healthy weight can help reduce your risk of developing osteoarthritis. Excess weight puts more stress on weight-bearing joints such as your feet, knees, hips and spine, and increases your risk of injury as well as the rate of degeneration. In addition, fat tissue can release substances in your body that can increase joint inflammation. For nutrition tips and info on how to keep muscles strong to support your joints, visit our online modules Eating Well and Staying Active .
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Carrying extra weight increases your chance of getting osteoarthritis in several ways. Excess weight puts more stress on weight-bearing joints such as your feet, knees, hips and spine, and increases your risk of injury as well as the rate of degeneration. In addition, fat tissue can release substances in your body that can increase joint inflammation. While it may seem challenging, maintaining a healthy diet and staying active is possible and can help reduce your risk. For tips to help get you started, visit our online modules on Eating Well and Staying Active .