How a naturopath can help you manage autoimmune conditions
Learn more about the causes, symptoms, and treatment options for
Autoimmunity
What is
Autoimmunity
Autoimmunity occurs when the immune system mistakenly attacks healthy cells and tissues in the body, leading to chronic inflammation and tissue damage. This dysregulation of the immune response can result in a wide range of autoimmune diseases affecting various organs and systems. There are several autoimmune conditions you can suffer from including:
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)
- Hashimoto's thyroiditis (autoimmune hypothyroidism)
- Graves' disease (autoimmune hyperthyroidism)
- Type 1 diabetes
- Multiple sclerosis (MS)
- Psoriasis
- Inflammatory bowel disease (including Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis)
- Celiac disease
- Sjögren's syndrome
Symptoms
This all depends on what autoimmune condition you have, to which part of the body will be affected. Some generalised autoimmune symptoms are:
- Fatigue
- Joint pain and stiffness
- Muscle weakness
- Skin rashes or hives
- Digestive issues (e.g., abdominal pain, diarrhoea, constipation)
- Recurrent infections
- Hair loss
- Sensitivity to cold or heat
- Difficulty concentrating or memory problems
Treatment options
Treatment is also widely dependent on what type of autoimmune condition you have. But overall it is important to re-regulate the immune system to reduce the autoimmune response in the body, as well as reducing systemic inflammation, which is a common hallmark of autoimmune. An important step is to identify and address any underlying factors contributing to immune dysregulation, such as stress, poor diet, gut dysbiosis, and environmental toxins. We emphasise an anti-inflammatory diet rich in whole, nutrient-dense foods, including fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, healthy fats, and fiber, while minimising processed foods, refined sugars, and potential allergens.
We utilise herbal medicine with immune-modulating properties to help regulate the immune response and reduce inflammation. As well as offer comprehensive supplementation plans to use high-does nutritional therapy to support the immune system and inflammation level.s
Managing autoimmunity often requires a comprehensive, individualised approach that addresses the unique needs and circumstances of each patient. Collaboration with healthcare providers, including naturopathic doctors, can help develop an effective treatment plan aimed at managing symptoms, reducing inflammation, and supporting overall health and well-being.
Success stories
Hear from our clients who have experienced improvements in
Autoimmunity
Treated by:
Tessa Hemingway
Treated by:
Zoe Summers
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Autoimmunity
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Zoe is the first practitioner who started working with Tessa at Wellness. She is the go-to person for anything to do with your immune system, issues with fatigue as well as sports performance and nutrition.