by Annie Rubin | Aug 21, 2024 | All
I love foods that have a kick to them. Unfortunately, I can’t eat spicy foods because they impact my joints. However, ginger is one spice that adds a great kick and has a number of health benefits for those living with autoimmune diseases. Here’s a breakdown of...
by Annie Rubin | Aug 7, 2024 | Inflammation & Autoimmune Disease
When it comes to eating an anti-inflammatory diet and healing an autoimmune disease, there are several key foods that are important. Bone broth is one that I absolutely love. It’s the perfect food when you are not feeling great. Plus, it’s great for your gut, which is...
by Annie Rubin | Jul 24, 2024 | Inflammation & Autoimmune Disease
Exercise is so good for inflammation, your body and your mental health. However, it’s important to find the right balance of exercise when you live with an autoimmune disease. Doing too much or too little can work against you. Here are my tips for finding the right...
by Annie Rubin | Jul 10, 2024 | Inflammation & Autoimmune Disease
Exercise intolerance is just what it says – the inability to tolerate exercise. It seems like a made up condition or just an excuse to not exercise. However, it’s a real thing and affects many people with autoimmune disease and now long COVID. In fact, exercise...
by Annie Rubin | Jun 26, 2024 | Inflammation & Autoimmune Disease
Hormones may actually trigger inflammation and flares for some autoimmune diseases. As crazy as that sounds, the reality of it makes sense. Hormones are critical for many reactions and functions in our body. Their balance is important to our entire body’s ecosystem...