Salty food and smoking doubles arthritis risk, warn researchers Smokers who eat a diet high in salt have double the risk of developing rheumatoid arthritis, research suggests. by David Millett Sign in to continue Sign In Email address Password Stay signed in Trouble signing in? Reset password: Click here Need help? Email us Register FREE Limited free articles a month Free email bulletins Register Now Register Now Take a 30-day trial Join MIMS now and pay nothing for the first 30 days Join GPOnline now and pay nothing for the first 30 days Sign Up Sign Up