Autoimmune diseases occur when the body gets confused and the immune system attacks its own organs, tissues, and cells. According to the National Institute of Health (NIH), there are more than 80 identified autoimmune diseases that affect between 23.5 -50 million Americans and the prevalence continues to rise. In my immediate family alone we cover type 1 diabetes, celiac disease, Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, pernicious anemia and Addison’s disease. Since we’re affected by so many, I have spent a good bit of time researching ways to help prevent developing more. In my research, there are always a few things that seem to make their way to the top of the page, especially inflammation.
Inflammation is blamed for many health ailments. The process of inflammation has been shown to play a major role in most chronic illnesses, including neurodegenerative, cardiovascular, pulmonary, metabolic, autoimmune and neoplastic diseases. It sounds like most of us should be concerned about inflammation, and since taking Ibuprofen around the clock isn’t advisable…,
How can We Lower Inflammation?
Curcumin, a member of the ginger family, is the bright yellow chemical that gives Turmeric its color and also has amazing anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. It’s been showing up as tea, “golden milk”, supplements and in various drinks and health tonics because of its benefits. If you enjoy curry, you’re enjoying the benefits of this ancient spice. The preparation of “golden milk” is not difficult and the result is delicious, but I’m often short on time. To ensure I’m reaping the benefits, I take a daily supplement and have also found several teas that I enjoy. It’s one of the few supplements that I truly can tell a difference when I’ve taken it for aches and pains and won’t give up.
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