The dramatic rise in the incidence of autoimmune diseases suggests that modern diets, lifestyles, and exposure to various background toxins are involved in these conditions. Working with autoimmune diseases requires looking at overall health and addressing some of the possible root causes, which include:
- Eliminating potential triggers (food allergens, toxins, hidden infections)
- Healing the gut (using enzymes, correcting intestinal dysbiosis & leaky gut)
- Balancing immune function (nutritional deficiencies, inflammation, immune response, adrenal function)
- Improving lifestyle (managing stress, emotional issues, exercise)
The following Sunshine Sharing articles discuss products and other insights for working with these conditions.
Antioxidants are substances that inhibits oxidation and helps to neutralize free radicals, which are believed to be involved in premature aging and degenerative disease. Because of the antioxidant benefits found naturally in fruits and vegetables, nutritionists suggest that consuming 5-7 servings of fruits and vegetables every day is one of the best ways to prevent many forms of chronic and degenerative diseases, including cancer, heart disease, stroke, and loss of brain function. Unfortunately,…
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The adrenal glands are extremely important for maintaining energy, stamina, and strength. Located on top of the kidneys, they help the body adapt to the stresses of life by producing stress-regulating hormones, such as epinephrine, norepinephrine, and cortisol. These are three of the primary hormones responsible for regulating the body’s fight-or-flight mechanism. The adrenals also help to control inflammation and maintain fluid and mineral balance in the body.In modern society, the adrenals often…
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Heavy metals (like lead, mercury, arsenic, and cadmium) are significant health hazards. They are some of the most toxic substances known to man. Low-level exposure contributes to chronic inflammation and may cause damage to both the nervous system and the immune system. Heavy metals are probably involved in the development of neurological disorders (e.g. dementia, autism, and Alzheimer’s), autoimmune disorders (e.g. rheumatoid arthritis and multiple sclerosis), and cancer.
We are exposed to…
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When your immune system becomes overactive or confused and produces antibodies that target your body, causing your immune system to seek out and destroy natural tissues, this is known as an autoimmune disorder. There are many diseases that are autoimmune in nature; some of the most common include multiple sclerosis, lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, scleroderma, myasthenia gravis, and Crohn’s.There is no medical cure for most autoimmune diseases, so treatment is typically limited to symptomatic…
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