London, Dec 19: It may do no favours for your breath, but enjoying a diet rich in garlic, onions and leeks could reduce your risk of developing the most common form of arthritis.

Q: My daughter, 37, has rheumatoid arthritis. Is it genetic or a diet-and-

Q: My daughter, 37, has rheumatoid arthritis. Is it genetic or a diet/lifestyle illness? What can be done to alleviate her discomfort?

The study, which compares krill oil (Superba Krill Oil, Aker BioMarine) and fish oil, showed that addition of EPA and DHA to the diet of mice reduced levels of inflammation in a mouse model of arthritis.

Dear Dr. Donohue: My 28-year-old daughter, who has been healthyall her life, was recently diagnosed with lupus. Will she be ableto live a full life, including having children. Is there a cure?How about exercise and diet? - R.K.