by Jennifer Reid | Dec 1, 2017 | Autoimmune disease, Functional medicine
Because women make up about 75 percent of autoimmune disease diagnoses, this means many sufferers of chronic illness are also raising children. It’s common for women to feel disappointed or inferior because they are not the kind of mom they had envisioned. But the...
by Jennifer Reid | Dec 2, 2015 | Functional medicine
Autoimmune patients expend considerable effort finding the right diet, supplements, lifestyle, and practitioner to manage their autoimmunity. But did you know your experiences from childhood could be provoking your autoimmunity as an adult? Abuse, belittlement,...
by Jennifer Reid | Oct 7, 2015 | Functional medicine
If you are managing your autoimmune disease through diet and lifestyle, then you probably know about the autoimmune diet supplements, non-toxic home and body products, and getting enough rest. But are you aware of hidden sources of stress that may be triggering...
by Jennifer Reid | Mar 24, 2015 | Functional medicine
Do you “crash” after a busy or stressful event, suffering from extreme exhaustion that keeps you confined to your bed or couch? Do these crashes last anywhere from a day to a week or even longer? If so, you’re not alone and you may suffer from autoimmunity, a...
by Jennifer Reid | Nov 12, 2014 | Functional medicine
BPA (bisphenol-A) is gaining recognition as an undesirable toxin that people now try to avoid in plastics, particularly water bottles. But it’s harder to avoid than you think – research shows handling those seemingly innocuous store receipts quickly raises blood...
