Hi! Did you ever start an online group? I am 37 and I too have RA. I have recently had two severe allergic reactions (hives, swollen, lips) at onset of menstrual cycle. The last one landed me in the ER. You said you had hives for no reason. Did this also coincide with your cycle? I drink soda very sparingly, but I have the same suspicions as you about genetically modified foods, in particular, wheat. Starting tomorrow, I am giving it up to see if it changes anything. I would love any insight you may have found.View Thread