Anti-Inflammatory/Paleo Diets
Anti-Inflammatory/Paleo Diets, Biology of Autoimmunity, Diet and Nutrition, Dietary Supplements, Digestive System, Human Biology, Microbiome, Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), What Causes Lupus?
Lupus and Leaky Gut Syndrome
Gut health has increasingly become an important focus for many autoimmune conditions, like lupus – and leaky gut syndrome is one of the more controversial areas in that research. Can it cause lupus? Can it be treated, and what could it mean for you? Read on to find out! Introduction The Science of Leaky Gut…
Anti-Inflammatory/Paleo Diets, Blog, Diet and Nutrition, Dietary Supplements, Human Biology, Nutrition
Lupus and Artificial Sweeteners
Artificial sweeteners have become a prevalent way to reduce sugar and its potentially harmful effects. Yet, is there a downside to consuming artificial sweeteners for someone living with lupus? Read on to find out. Introduction The Problem with Sugar … and Artificial Sweeteners to the Rescue! Artificial Sweeteners and Lupus In Conclusion: What is best…
Anti-Inflammatory/Paleo Diets, Lupus Flare, Symptoms, Treatments
Lupus and Inflammation
Similar to “friendly fire,” with lupus, the body is constantly attacked by its own immune system, resulting in a series of reactionary, inflammatory responses. Understanding what can trigger these responses may help individuals with SLE play a greater role in the management of their own health. Introduction What is inflammation, and how does it relate…
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Vasculitis and Lupus
Though relatively rare in general – possibly affecting as few as one individual in a million – vasculitis can pose health risks in individuals with SLE where it reportedly affects between 11% and 36% of those with lupus. Introduction What causes vasculitis? Antibody Activity in Vasculitis What are the symptoms of vasculitis? How is…