In this Part 4 we delve into complex autoimmune diseases. We will explore the causes, the immune processes involved and how we can best support our health to make them less troublesome.
Reading our introductory Building immune strength can be useful to making sense of our approach to infections.. There are also other practical guides to managing infections and allergies that you can also look through.
Like all the other parts of this issue this ends with a practical guide to applying the power of plants to help support you.
Articles
Articles
1. Intro to Autoimmunity
Autoimmune diseases happen when our immune system attacks our body instead of looking after it. There are a complex mosaic of causes, though we may be able to disentangle some of them....
2. Autoimmunity and the gut
Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis and coeliac disease are increasingly linked to dysbiosis and gut wall damage. The focus should be on reducing local provocations in the digestive system. Gut...
3. Autoimmunity and the joints
There are a range of rheumatoid inflammations of the joints. Key provocations to focus on in relieving these are infections, diet and especially gut wall and microbiome health.Autoimmunity and the...
4. Autoimmunity and the skin
Psoriasis is the most common autoimmune disease of the skin. Causes are complex and poorly understood. Treatment means going back to basics, to hunt for clues in the health history. Autoimmunity...
5. The power of plants in autoimmunity
Herbal remedies can help relieve symptoms of autoimmune disease, though they need care and thought. Our suggestions combine modern discoveries with experience from my practice. Plant powerNOTE: many...