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What are autoimmune diseases? What are different home remedies for autoimmune diseases? PART 2

INTRODUCTION TO AUTOIMMUNE DISEASES
• Autoimmune diseases arise from an inappropriate immune response of the body against substances and tissues that are normally present in the body.
• The immune system mistakes some part of the body as a pathogen and attacks its own cells.
• This may be restricted to certain organs or involves a particular tissue in different places.
• The treatment of autoimmune diseases is typically with immuno suppression—medication which decreases the immune response.

Causes for Autoimmune Diseases
• There is some trigger that makes the immune system believe that there is a danger present in the body that needs to be neutralized.
• There is a genetic predisposition towards the development of autoimmune disorders.
• Environmental factors.
• Extremely sterile environments may actually lead to an increase in autoimmune activity.

Home Remedies For Autoimmune Disorders

8. VITAMIN D
• Vitamin D deficiency is linked to autoimmune diseases as well as host of other problems including cancer.
• Vitamin D is produced naturally in your body upon exposure to sunlight.
• Doctors recommend that individuals supplement with Vitamin D if blood levels of this vitamin are below 200 IU up to age 50; 400 IU for people 51 to 70; and 600 IU for those over 70.

9. Virgin oil
• Take two to three or about four tablespoonful of virgin oil every day.
• It tends to strengthen our body immune system.
• Make use of this oil while cooking.

10. Avoid allergens
• Avoid foods that contain allergens such as peanut butter, chocolate, tomatoes, eggplant, pepper, processed foods and dairy products.

11. Grape seed extract
• Have a small amount of grape seed extract every day as it detoxifies the body and strengthens the immune system.

12. Mixture
• Graves disease can be treated with herbal tea that comprises of 2 teaspoonful of lemon balm, about 1 teaspoonful of bugleweed, some mint, verbena aids as well as rosemary.

Autoimmune Diseases and their Remedy
- Multiple Sclerosis
• A healthy diet is very necessary in dealing with the symptoms of this disease.
• Chamomile tea and Rosemary herb helps in providing relief from the symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis.

- Addison’s disease
Siberian ginseng, Siberian ginger, and Borage are beneficial home remedies for Autoimmune Diseases of this nature.

- Rheumatoid Arthritis
• Boswellia herb is known for its therapeutic properties for reducing the symptoms of Rheumatoid Arthritis.
• Omega-3 fatty acids in fish oils are also helpful.

- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
• Add half a teaspoon of turmeric powder in 100 ml of boiling water for 10 minutes.
• Strain it and drink two times a day on a daily basis.
• Continue this treatment for at least one month.
• This is an effective home remedy for Lupus.
• The antioxidant properties of green tea are also beneficial.
• Pine bark extract and Grapeseed extract can also be taken.

- Graves’ disease
• Herbal tea comprising of two teaspoons of lemon balm, one teaspoon of bugleweed and a little bit of mint, rosemary, and verbena aids in the treatment of Graves’ disease.
• Broccoli and radish should be included in the diet to cure and control this disease.

- Hashimoto’s thyroiditis
• Ashwagandha root and flaxseed are beneficial or the natural treatment Hashimoto’s thyroiditis.
• Sage is another important herb in this regard.

Healthy Diet
• Autoimmune Diseases curing diet should be an intelligent mix of whole grains, dairy products (preferably low fat), brown rice, and a host of fresh fruits and vegetables.
• The diet should be aimed at improving the immune system. Avocadoes, pineapples, grapefruit, guava, blueberry, kiwis, apples, tomatoes, garlic, soy beans, red bell peppers, and spinach are some such fruits and vegetables.
• Green tea, herbs like chamomile and rosemary and a wide variety of nuts including walnuts, cashews, pistachio nuts, and almonds should be included in the diet.
• These nuts will serve as natural cures as long as they are consumed in moderation.

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What are autoimmune diseases? What are different home remedies for autoimmune diseases? PART 1

INTRODUCTION TO AUTOIMMUNE DISEASES
• Autoimmune diseases arise from an inappropriate immune response of the body against substances and tissues that are normally present in the body.
• The immune system mistakes some part of the body as a pathogen and attacks its own cells.
• This may be restricted to certain organs or involves a particular tissue in different places.
• The treatment of autoimmune diseases is typically with immuno suppression—medication which decreases the immune response.

Symptoms for Autoimmune Diseases
1. Many autoimmune conditions are associated with digestion and the digestive tract.
Such conditions will produce symptoms that include
• Indigestion
• Bloating
• Abdominal pain
• Diarrhea
• General irritation during defecation
• Low grade fever
• General malaise
• Fatigue

2. Certain nervous system based autoimmune conditions include:
• Lack of coordination
• Tremors
• Pain in various parts of the body
• Sudden loss of sensation

Causes for Autoimmune Diseases
• There is some trigger that makes the immune system believe that there is a danger present in the body that needs to be neutralized.
• There is a genetic predisposition towards the development of autoimmune disorders.
• Environmental factors.
• Extremely sterile environments may actually lead to an increase in autoimmune activity.

Evidence
- Direct evidence from transfer of pathogenic antibody or pathogenic T cells.
- Indirect evidence based on reproduction of the autoimmune disease in experimental animals.
- Circumstantial evidence from clinical clues.

Autoimmune disorders fall into two general types:
- Those that damage many organs (systemic autoimmune diseases).
- Those where only a single organ or tissue is directly damaged by the autoimmune process (localized).

Laboratory tests include
- Autoantibody tests
- Tests for inflammation such as CRP and ESR.

The following is a list of examples of autoimmune disorders:
- Addison disease
- Ankylosing spondylitis
- Antiphospholipid syndrome
- Autoimmune hepatitis
- Celiac disease
- Graves disease
- Guillain-Barre syndrome
- Hashimoto thyroiditis
- Multiple sclerosis
- Pernicious anemia
- Primary biliary cirrhosis, Sclerosing cholangitis
- Reiter syndrome
- Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and Juvenile RA (JRA)
- Scleroderma
- Sjögren syndrome
- Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)
- Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus

Natural Home Remedies for Autoimmune Diseases
1. Yuccas
Yucca is beneficial in reducing muscular pains and skin disorders caused by Autoimmune Diseases.

2. Reishi mushroom
• Take about one gram of Reishi mushroom and extract it three times on a daily basis.
• This natural home remedy is for boosting the functioning of the immune system.

3. Yarrow
This is an effective blood cleansing herb that can be used in the treatment of toxics due to Autoimmune Diseases

4. Ginger and Turmeric
One of the simplest home remedies for Autoimmune Diseases is to include ginger and turmeric in the regular diet.

5. Sarsaparilla herb
Replace Sarsaparilla herb with over the counter anti inflammatory drugs and creams for better results.

6. Milk
Take about 300 mg of milk thistle extract two times a day.

7. Tai Chi
This is fast becoming a popular remedy for reducing the symptoms.

General Tips
• Physical activity is essential for well being.
• Patients are advised to engage in exercise and stress relieving techniques such as yoga and meditation.