Tag: Autoimmune Disease

Using a strong sunscreen, eating anti-inflammatory foods, exercising regularly, getting enough sleep, and having probiotics may help manage lupus. Massage therapy and acupuncture too can help deal with pain and fatigue. Meanwhile, relaxation therapies can tackle stress which can trigger flare-ups.

Exposure to sunlight doesn't just keep you warm but also fit, both mentally and physically. With the right amount of exposure at the right time of the day, sunshine can protect your body from various illnesses, build your immunity, and make you sleep like a baby at the end of the day. Depending on your complexion and the atmosphere of your city, get some sun and stay cheerful.

Digestive ailments are very common in people nowadays. Changing food habits, dependency on fast foods, lack of exercise and rest are all increasingly adding...

Digestive problems can affect the quality of your lifestyle and reduce the nutrient intake. Peptic ulcers, celiac disease, diverticulitis, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and constipation are common problems that affect the digestive system. While prescription drugs are usually used to treat them, drinking enough water, high-fiber intake, and exercising every day can prevent and treat them. Ensure that you seek medical help at the earliest when you notice symptoms like gas, bloating, acid reflux, and stomach pain.

A rash on any part of your body is bad, but one over your genitals is the worst. A genital rash is any patch...

If you’ve been paying close attention to your poop and see white globs in it, you might be wondering what they are. Poop isn’t...

Thanks to lack of real tests that can prove its existence, IBS can be easily misdiagnosed. In the case of fibromyalgia the diagnosis is also hugely dependent on what kind of doctor one chooses to consult. Heart attacks are commonly misdiagnosed as heartburn, gastritis, gallstones or nervousness while celiac disease is often mistaken for IBS. Cancer is also often wrongly diagnosed because of lack of medical information or evaluation time.

To manage an autoimmune disease, eat a diet that combats inflammation. Avocado contains anti-inflammatory fatty acids plus antioxidants like vitamins A, C, and E. For a dose of lean protein, eat fatty fish that contain inflammation-fighting fats. An egg has a similar effect but ensure you eat the yolk as well. Even the antioxidants in green tea will handle flare-ups. Snack on nuts for anti-inflammatory nutrients like magnesium, fiber, and unsaturated fatty acids.

Your eyes are one of the most important parts of your body. They help you see the beauty in this world and also help...

Autoimmune diseases may require you to do specific exercises to stay active. Walking and yoga are suitable for those with rheumatoid arthritis while gardening and pelvic floor exercises are good for multiple sclerosis patients. Moderate aerobic exercises like cycling are good for Crohn's disease patients and a combination of resistance and aerobic training is good for those with type 1 diabetes.

Celiac disease is a serious genetic autoimmune disorder that affects the digestive processes in the small intestine. The symptoms of celiac vary widely and sometimes there are no symptoms at all, making it a challenge to diagnose. Common symptoms in children tend to be digestive in nature, including diarrhea and vomiting, fatty stools, constipation, and abdominal bloating. Adults are more likely to exhibit symptoms like anemia, fatigue, depression, joint pain and arthritis, skin rashes, and infertility.

Autoimmune disorders affect the way millions of people live each day across the world. As autoimmunity can arise anywhere in the body, it can lead physically manifest as signs of almost any other disease. If you are persistently experiencing digestive trouble, headaches, muscle and joint pain along with signs of weakness or weight gain you could be having an autoimmune condition.

In the quest for better health, glowing skin and easier weight loss, wellness experts have been discovering new ‘superfoods’ from different corners of the...

Weight loss and malnutrition might seem like the obvious signs of malabsorption, your body’s inability to absorb certain nutrients or properly digest certain types of foods. But did you know that even jaundice and diabetes may develop from certain malabsorption syndromes? Gas, bloating, greasy stools, abdominal pain, and diarrhea are all common symptoms of malabsorption. With underlying causes ranging from lactose intolerance and celiac disease to pancreatic infections, liver disease, crohn's disease and even HIV or AIDS you need to be alert to the symptoms so you can get medical help in time.

Millions of tiny microorganisms live in your gut can influence everything from your immunity to your state of mind. There are both good and...