by annierubin | Mar 24, 2021 | Healthy Eating, Inflammation & Autoimmune Disease
Sugar has a terrible reputation. Many link it to the rising incidence of obesity. Some believe you can get addicted to it. Others think that you absolutely must avoid it to stay healthy. Sugar in moderation is fine, but consuming excessive sugar can in fact lead to...
by annierubin | Mar 10, 2021 | Inflammation & Autoimmune Disease
Oh the “G” word…gluten. Gluten gets blamed for everything from bloating to weight gain to mood swings. It’s like our favorite coat hook we love to hang all of our health problems on. But, gluten can really be a nuisance for many of us, and gluten sensitivities...
by annierubin | Feb 24, 2021 | Inflammation & Autoimmune Disease
I was always very stubborn about taking supplements. I thought that you can always get what your body wants from the food you eat. However, when you are dealing with a chronic inflammatory disease, your body may need an extra boost. One of the most effective...
by annierubin | Feb 10, 2021 | Inflammation & Autoimmune Disease
As if managing an autoimmune disease is challenging enough, having a sub-par functioning immune system with chronic inflammation unfortunately increases your risk for developing other chronic diseases, including heart disease. The good news is that by managing...
by annierubin | Jan 20, 2021 | Inflammation & Autoimmune Disease
Hashimoto’s thyroiditis (HT) is a common autoimmune disease that attacks the thyroid gland. The hormones produced by the thyroid are important for practically every organ and body system to function properly. When you are unable to produce enough thyroid hormones, it...
