[kibskix]

rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease and i seriously doubt eating less sugar gives you autoimmune diseases. the only serious issues you will experience on atkins are as follows.
a couple weeks of whining because you're craving sugar
a massive drop in your weight
a massive raise in confidence
less illness
better sleep
stronger skin, hair, and nails
no more carb comas
replacing that anger with pride

this is of course, if you do it right. no frankenfoods, no cheating and bingeing, no over eating, drink your water every day, work out, no 'all meat' days, avoiding processed meat and cheese, etc etc etc.