In this article, you will learn what inflammation is and how to use anti-inflammatory herbs instead of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs.
When it comes to dietary choices, there are a plethora of options available. Two popular diets that often pique the interest of individuals with autoimmune conditions are the Mediterranean Diet and the Paleo Diet. In this blog post, we will explore both diets, their potential benefits for autoimmune health, and how to determine which one
Here’s everything you need to know about the early symptoms of lupus and lupus rash, as well as later symptoms you might experience from lupus complications.
My body was deteriorating and at the time I didn't understand why. These were the 11 early warning signs pointing to my autoimmune disease.
Learn what the Autoimmune disease definition is? There are around 100 Autoimmune diseases. These diseases have been skyrocketing over the past few years.
Because most of the recipes I create are now directed to those on an autoimmune approach to Paleo, I tend to get labeled as a blogger “using the Autoimmune-Paleo diet to heal herself.” While this is true and all, it is not necessarily my entire story. To begin, Chronic Lyme is not only an...
Hello, friends! It’s been a really long time since I’ve posted anything, so I sincerely apologize for that! I’ve been writing a second plant-based keto cookbook, and it really dra…
20 easy and delicious Vegetarian AIP Recipes. These autoimmune protocol recipes are suitable for a vegetarian diet.
"People look at me like I have the plague."
Psoriasis is an autoimmune disease that causes plaques, which are itchy, or sore patches of thick, red, dry skin.
AIP Buttercream Frosting is a that wonderful frosting you’ve been wanting! Great for layer cakes, cupcakes, simple sheet cakes, cookies and more, this frosting pipes beautifully, tastes delicious and is wonderfully healthy and versatile. This Paleo recipe is dairy-free, coconut-free and refined sugar-free.
Some Sjögren’s patients are at higher risk for Parkinson’s, this study finds. This study determined the incidence and risk of Parkinson disease (PD) in patients with Sjögren syndrome(SS) . Risk of Parkinson disease in Sjögren syndrome administered ineffective immunosuppressant therapies: A nationwide population-based study. Medicine: April 2019 - Volume 98 - Issue 14 - p e14984 doi: 10.1097/MD.0000000000014984 Research Article: Observational Study Parkinson’s disease is a brain disorder that leads to shaking, stiffness, and difficulty with walking, balance, and coordination. It occurs when nerve cells, or neurons, in an area of the brain that controls movement become impaired and/or die. In total, 12,640 patients in the SS cohort and 50,560 in the non-SS cohort were enrolled from Taiwan's National Health Insurance Research Database from 2000 to 2010. We used the Cox multi-variable proportional hazards model to determine the risk factors for PD in the SS cohort. We observed an increased incidence of PD in patients with SS, with a crude hazard ratio (HR) of 1.40 and an adjusted HR (aHR) of 1.23. The cumulative incidence of PD was 1.95% higher in the SS cohort than in the non-SS cohort. The SS cohort had an elevated HR under medication use, namely cevimeline and pilocarpine (crude HR, 1.28), hydroxychloroquine (crude HR, 1.43; aHR, 1.46), and methylprednisolone (crude HR, 2.21; aHR, 1.49). Patients receiving other non-hydroxychloroquine immunosuppressant therapies had a lower risk (aHR, 0.86) of PD. Furthermore, patients with SS aged 20 to 49 years had a 1.93-fold higher risk of PD than did those without SS (aHR, 1.93). The risk of PD was higher (aHR, 2.20) in patients with SS without comorbidities than in those with comorbidities. The aHR of PD significantly increased when the follow-up period exceeded 9 years (aHR, 1.93). We determined an increased risk of PD in patients with SS. In conclusion, our study was the 1st to determine an increased risk of PD in patients with SS and that non-hydroxychloroquine immunosuppressant therapy may reduce this risk. Further research is warranted to determine the possible underlying mechanisms and the potential role of non-hydroxychloroquine immunosuppressants in ameliorating PD. Further investigation is warranted to determine the possible underlying mechanisms and the potential role of non-hydroxychloroquine immunosuppressants in ameliorating PD. QUICK FACTS ABOUT THIS STUDY: patients with Sjögren’s were 23% more likely to develop Parkinson’s. the risk of Parkinson's was only seen in women. Parkinson’s disease was more likely in younger patients with Sjögren’s syndrome. Certain medications elevated the risk of Parkinson’s disease including Evoxac (cevimeline), pilocarpine, hydroxychloroquine (Plaquenil), and methylprednisolone. Patients taking non-hydroxychloroquine immunosuppressant therapies had an almost 15% lower risk of developing Parkinson’s disease Risk of Parkinson’s was increased 2.2 times in Sjögren’s patients without comorbidities (additional chronic diseases), compared to those with comorbidities If you would like more up to date research on Sjogren's syndrome, coping tips and stories from people with Sjogren's please sign up for our monthly newsletter here
What are the best supplements for autoimmune disease? We've got the nutrients your body needs to repair and lower inflammation.
While there are 4 stages of rheumatoid arthritis, not everyone who gets diagnosed with RA will progress through all stages of the disease.
Weight gain. The crazy 25-pounds-within-2-months kind. Exhaustion. The real, in-my-bones, I-can-hardly-stand-in-the-shower kind. Brain fog. The truly-forgetting-what-I-just-said, struggling-to-form-sentences kind. Depression and anxiety. The crippling, I-truly-feel-like-a-shell-of-myself kind. These are just a few of the symptoms I’ve suffered because of my thyroid issues and you better believe I’ve been fighting hard to find relief. I’ve worked on managing my stress, I’ve adjusted my schedule, I’ve prioritized sleep, I’ve found new forms of exercise, I’ve focused on an anti-inflammatory diet, I’ve taken medication. I’ve done a lot to support my thyroid, but one critical step I’ve taken is adding in supplements. Today I’m busting open my
This AIP Zucchini Bread is packed with zucchini, which makes for a slightly savory sweet bread. It’s perfect for spring when zucchini’s are abundant. This recipe fits the paleo and autoimmune protocol diets.
Being a runner with an autoimmune disease has been challenging. Here is what I’ve learned during my battle with running and autoimmune disorders.
If you suspect your thyroid could be the problem, you shouldn't let the physician tell you otherwise without getting a full thyroid blood panel done first.
If you're an autoimmune warrior trying to treat an under-active thyroid, we're sharing a list of foods to eat and avoid on a Hashimoto's Disease Diet!
So someone you know was diagnosed with a form of inflammatory arthritis, like rheumatoid arthritis. What should you do now?
"No one warned me..."
When I was diagnosed as an autoimmune mess, the first name out of the autoimmune mix they identified was Sjogren’s Syndrome. Fortunately for me, I lived in a very tropical, humid environment…
Hashimoto’s disease is an autoimmune disease that affects the thyroid, a small gland in the front of your throat. Triggered by the pituitary gland, your
The Clinical Features of Painful Small‐Fiber Neuropathy Suggesting an Origin Linked to Primary Sjögren's Syndrome Small fiber neuropathy is a condition characterized by severe pain attacks that typically begin in the feet or hands. Some people initially experience a more generalized, whole-body pain. The attacks usually consist of pain described as stabbing or burning, or abnormal skin sensations such as tingling or itchiness. In some individuals, the pain is more severe during times of rest or at night. NIH Objective Researchers attempted to determine whether clinical features could tell the difference between painful small‐fiber neuropathy (SFN) related to primary Sjogren's syndrome from idiopathic SFN. Idiopathic means that no specific cause can be identified. Methods They conducted questionnaires and neuro-physiological examinations specific for pain and SFN assessment on 25 patients with pSS‐SFN and 25 patients with idiopathic SFN. Results Patients with idio‐SFN had more frequent severe burning sensations and higher mean anxiety scores and daily pain intensity compared to patients with pSS SFN. Conversely, patients with pSS‐SFN had reduced electrochemical skin conductance measured by Sudoscan, and almost half of them had the sensation of walking on cotton wool. Conclusion The results suggest that: idiopathic‐SFN involved more small sensory fibers than pSS‐SFN subtle dysfunction of larger sensory fibers and damage of distal autonomic sudomotor innervation may occur in pSS‐SFN. A practical algorithm is proposed to help to differentiate SFN associated with pSS from idio‐SFN, based on information very easy to obtain by clinical interview. SOURCE
RA is an autoimmune disease that primarily affects the joints. It can take years to get diagnosed, so identifying the early signs of RA is key.
All of the seasoned AIPers I know are unanimous on this one fact: if you plan ahead, it will be so much easier to be successful on the Autoimmune Protocol. There is nothing worse, in my opinion, to find yourself hungry with nothing safe to eat in the house! That’s when you might reach for...
Exercising can seem near impossible when you're struggling with lupus. Luckily there are low-impact workouts you can do to make lupus and exercise a breeze!
This article includes guidelines for the ten most effective stretches for tight hip flexors, a video tutorial and links to additional resources on the topic.
"That's what happens when your body decides to wage war on itself."
Studies show that lupus, an autoimmune disease, is most common in women from the ages of 15 to 44. It primarily affects the organs, such as the brain, skin, kidneys, and joints. Its symptoms often masquerade as signs of other illnesses, so...
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