Auto immune Disease and Chiropractic

There are many diseases that fall under the term autoimmune disease/ the most common include rheumatoid arthritis, celiac disease,Crohns disease ,multiple sclerosis and type 1 diabetes. Recently there has been an increase in these diseases according to the Journal of Immunology The main things that cause autoimmune disease are factors relaed to genetics,nutrion and immune response by the body
When the body is in an inflammatory state immunity is compromised leading to suseptibity to AI disease. Gum disease, food sensitvities and disorders of the gut are some causes of AI that can be controlled by the patient


Disorders of the gut,such as increased intestinal permeabilty or leaky gut is shown to precede AI disorders. Simple things like going gluten free can reverse leaky gut.
Vitamin D and omega 3 supplements have been known to allevite symptoms of thyroid disease and asthma

Patients with RA have been shown to have increased incidence of gum disease. Its a good idea to have your gums checked by the dentist periodically
Supplements such as quercetin,glutathione, curcurmin and probiotics are all helpful to lower inflammation in the body. thsi will reduce symptoms of AI disease,or prevent occurrence if you are asymptomatic
If you are suffering from AI disease and would like dietary plans to help the body heal and possibly get off medications call Dr Saladino today for a free consultation