Category : Immune System

Six Hidden Dangers of a Gluten-Free Diet You might be asking, “Is a gluten-free diet better for my health?” or “Should I try going gluten-free?” For many people, especially those with autoimmune diseases, avoiding gluten can lead to noticeable health improvements. However, not

Investing in your health for the New Year and beyond can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be, especially for those with autoimmune conditions who may already be dealing with fatigue. Simple changes can have a huge impact on both your physical

Genetics of Autoimmune Diseases: Are You Doomed Just Because of Your Genes? There are a lot of misconceptions surrounding genetics and autoimmune diseases. When someone is diagnosed with a condition like lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, Hashimoto’s, or even type 1 diabetes, doctors—especially in conventional

Graves’ Disease Natural Solutions — A Functional Medicine Approach Graves’ disease, like other autoimmune conditions, presents its own set of challenges, especially when taking a functional medicine approach. The key to managing it is finding the root cause of the problem. While it

Menopause and Autoimmune Disease: What You Need to Know Menopause can be unpredictable when it comes to autoimmune diseases. While in some cases, the hormonal changes that occur during menopause may improve autoimmune conditions, more often than not, menopause tends to make autoimmune

A Functional Medicine Doctor’s Approach to Natural Remedies for MS Like many autoimmune diseases, multiple sclerosis (MS) can be managed more effectively when you address the root causes. At Caplan Health Institute, we use a combination of diet and lifestyle changes to help

Depression and Autoimmune Disease: Natural Ways to Lift Your Mood When it comes to treating depression, traditional medicine often focuses on medications that target brain chemical imbalances. While these can be helpful, they don’t address the root causes of depression, especially in people

You’ve probably heard the saying, “We’re our own worst enemies,” and it definitely applies when it comes to healing autoimmune diseases. While it’s possible to be your own best ally in the healing process, it’s not always easy. If you’re struggling with frequent

Wintertime Immune Support for Autoimmune Patients Many autoimmune patients often ask, “What’s the best way to support my immune system, especially during cold and flu season?” It’s understandable, as they may be worried about overstimulating their immune system. After all, autoimmune diseases occur