Autoimmune conditions like Hashimoto's, rheumatoid arthritis, and lupus share common underlying triggers. Understanding these triggers is key to healing.
The Three-Legged Stool
Autoimmunity requires three factors: genetic predisposition, environmental triggers, and intestinal permeability (leaky gut). Address the triggers and heal the gut, and remission becomes possible.
Common Triggers
- Gluten and inflammatory foods
- Chronic infections (EBV, mycotoxins)
- Toxin exposure (heavy metals, chemicals)
- Chronic stress and HPA dysfunction
- Nutrient deficiencies (Vitamin D, omega-3s)
The Functional Approach
Rather than suppressing the immune system with medications, functional medicine removes triggers, heals the gut, and restores immune balance naturally.
