Hi Friends,
Do you or a loved one suffer from an autoimmune disease? Autoimmune diseases are increasingly common, with more than 100 different conditions identified today.
What causes the immune system to start attacking your own tissues? In the video above, I explain some of the major factors involved, including genetics, infections, the gut microbiome, environmental triggers, the hygiene hypothesis, and what’s known as a “breach of tolerance.”
Conventional medicine often relies on immunosuppressive medications, including steroids and biologic therapies. These treatments can sometimes be necessary and lifesaving, but I believe we also need to look at the factors that may be driving immune dysfunction in the first place.
The great news is that there is a lot you can do through diet and lifestyle. The gut and immune system are closely connected, which is why addressing gut health is such an important part of my approach. Many people with autoimmune disease also struggle with Leaky Gut and Dysbiosis, or an imbalance in the gut microbiome.
Why can eliminating foods like gluten🥖 and dairy🧀 sometimes make such a difference? What about nightshade vegetables🍆 and nuts? I cover all of this and more in the video.
Certain nutrients can also play an important role in supporting immune balance.
Key Supplements Helpful In Autoimmune Diseases:
- ✅ Vitamin D3 with K2: A key modulator of the immune system.
- ✅ Omega 3 Fish Oil can help lower inflammation and help with joint pain
- ✅ Turmeric Pro: Has anti-inflammatory benefits
- ✅ Essential Magnesium: Helps with liver detox pathways, bowel regularity, and restful sleep
- ✅ Selenium: This antioxidant trace mineral has been shown to reduce TPO antibodies in Hashimoto’s.
- ✅ Glutathione or NAC : These antioxidants work at a cellular level to reverse damage from free radicals.
Gut Healing: The Cornerstone of Autoimmune Recovery
- ✅ L Glutamine: Heals leaky gut, one of the primary drivers of autoimmune disease.
- ✅ IgG Guard: Dairy-free immunoglobulins; also great for leaky gut
- ✅ Digestive Enzyme Pro: This improves the breakdown of food as undigested proteins can sometimes confuse the immune system
- ✅ Probiotic 100 Billion or Probiotic 225 Billion: Rebuilds your gut microbiome, restoring balance and strength to your body’s natural defenses.
To learn more about Hashimoto's, and Inflammatory Bowel Disease (Crohn's and Ulcerative Colitis), please see my videos below.
I hope you enjoy the videos and come away with a new perspective on how diet, lifestyle, gut health, and other root causes may influence autoimmune disease. ✨
Dry Ingredients:
3 cups almond flour2 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
2 tsp cinnamon
Wet Ingredients:
2 large ripe bananas4 eggs
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup maple syrup
4 tsp vanilla extract
Additional:
1 cup chopped walnuts
Instructions:
Preheat the oven to 350°FMix the dry ingredients together in a large bowl.
Use a blender to blend all the wet ingredients together.
Combine the dry and wet ingredients in a large bowl until smooth.
Fold in 1 cup of chopped walnuts.
Pour the batter into an 8 × 8-inch glass baking dish or divide it evenly among cupcake liners.
Bake for 35–45 minutes in the baking dish, or about 25 minutes for cupcakes, until cooked through and lightly browned on top.There’s nothing like homemade banana cake! I actually just made some this weekend. The aroma will warm your home, and you can enjoy this paleo treat with the whole family!
Enjoy!
Thanks for reading this week's newsletter. Please share it with a friend or family member who may need help with their autoimmune condition.
Remember, there is so much we can do to support your body and help it heal.
Warm regards,
Rajsree Nambudripad, MD
