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Sadie Frost reveals surprising diagnosis during trip to the Himalayas

The actress has updated her fans on Instagram

Sharnaz Shahid
Deputy Online Editor
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Sadie Frost has revealed she has been diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). In a lengthy post, shared on her Instagram page, the ex-wife of Jude Law opened up about her diagnosis which she learnt of during her trip to the Himalayas. "Every time I visit India I discover something new… I love the culture, philosophies and the faith," she began. "It reminds me what is important for me.. And being healthy is at the top of my list.."

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Sadie Frost has opened up about her diagnosis with rheumatoid arthritis

The 52-year-old explained how she trying the Ayurvedic diet to help with the symptoms. "I have recently been diagnosed with early RA which can be quite painful. It's silly because I blame myself but it's mainly a genetic disorder and just happens when things degenerate then inflame." She added: "I would love to thank @anandainthehimalayas it's been so blissful - thankful for their wisdom, care, Dr's & tips to ease the inflammation."

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Listing the methods to help alleviate the pain, Sadie shared: "Up your omega 3, calcium, Vitamin C and D. Drink warm water Turmeric, black-pepper, cider vinegar, rub sesame oil into the painful areas. Don't stress. Moderate exercise." Actress-turned-fashion designer Sadie is currently in a relationship with Darren Strowger. She has one son, Finlay, 27, with ex-husband Gary Kemp, and three children with Jude; sons Rafferty, 21, and Rudy, 15, and a daughter, Iris, 17. Over the past few weeks, the star has been keeping her fans updated throughout her stay at the yoga retreat in Goa, India.