AUTOIMMUNE DISEASES: ADDISON'S DISEASE, ALOPECIA UNIVERSALIS, ANKYLOSING SPONDYLITISIS, AUTOIMMUNE HEPATITIS, CROHN'S DISEASE, DIABETES MELLITUS (TYPE I), GOODPASTURE'S SYNDROME, GRAVE'S DISEASE, GULLAIN-BARRE SYNDROME, HASHIMOTO'S DISEASE, LUPUS ERYTHEMATOSUS, MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS, MYASTHENIA GRAVIS, OPTIC NEURITIS, PEMPHIGUS, PSORIASIS, RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS, SCLERODERMA, SJOGREN'S SYNDROME, SYSTEMIC LUPUS ERYTHROMATOSIS, ULCERATIVE COLITIS, VITILIGO

Autoimmune disorders are characterized by the immune system attacking "normal" body tissues. They can effect any organ or tissue causing inflammation and tissue destruction. There are more than 40 human diseases classified as either definite or probable autoimmune diseases. 5% to 7% of the population in the United States suffers with an autoimmune disorder with a 79% propensity towards women.

A definitive cause of autoimmune disorders continues to elude researchers. It is known the autoimmune diseases are most common in developed countries. Frequently these disorders tend to be expressed shortly after puberty leading one to surmise that there may be a hormonal link. Others believe that the cause is due to a genetic predisposition that is triggered by an infection, while others site environmental toxicity as a probable cause.

Autoimmune Diseases (most common):

Complete or Partial Autoimmune etiology and the target organ:

Addison's Disease – destruction of the Adrenal Cortex

Ankylosing Spondylitisis – Chronic, progressive inflammatory arthritis affecting the spine.

Autoimmune Hepititis: Liver

Crohn's Disease: inflammatory bowel disease.

Diabetes Mellitus (type i): deficiency or absence of insulin production due to destruction of the insulin-producing beta cells in the islets of Langerhans of the pancreas.

Goodpasture's Syndrome: destruction of the kidneys and hemorrhaging or the lungs.

Grave's Disease: a common form of hyperthyroidism, caused by anti-thyroid antibodies to stimulate the thyroid into over production of thyroid hormone.

Gulliain-Barre Syndrome: inflammation of the peripheral nervous system.

Hashimoto's Disease: Common form of hypothyroidism, characterized by inflammation of the thyroid, with resulting dysfunction and goiter.

Lupus Erythematosus: the immune system becomes hyperactive and attacks normal tissue. "Non-organ-specific".

Multiple sclerosis: Central nervous system (brain and spinal cord) characterized by decreased nerve function due to myelin loss and axonal damage.

Myasthenia Gravis: Neuromuscular transmission disorder leading to fluctuating weakness and fatigue.

Optic Neuritis: inflammation of the otic nerve that may cause a complete or partial loss of vision.

Pemphigus: blistering and raw sores on skin and mucous membranes.

Rheumatoid Arthritis: Attacks synovial tissue of the joints.

Sjogren's syndrome: destruction of exocrine glands that produce tears and saliva.

Suspected Autoimmune Disorders:

Alopecia Universalis: destruction of hair follicles.

Psoriasis: skin.

Vitiligo: skin melanocytes.

Ulcerative colitis: distal end of the large intestine and rectum.

Scleroderma: excessive deposits of collagen.

Nutrition and Lifestyle Recommendations:

Please request the Anti-inflammatory food list to be included in your order free of charge.
Avoid red meat
Have fish a minimum of twice weekly.
If joint involvement swimming is a good form of exercise.
Avoid all known food and environmental allergens.

Naturopathic Protocol:
Men up to age 40 and post menopausal women: (contains no iron)
Wellness Essentials™ (MET): 1 packet in AM and PM. Great multi-vitamin with detoxification support (has some AdvaCear®).
Fish Oil, Ultra Pure 360 EPA/240 DHA (VN) OR Flax Oil Certified Organic 1000 mg Softgels (VN): 1 capsule in AM and PM. Provides essential fatty acids.
Greens First: or Red Alert: 1 – 2 scoops per day. Provides the antioxidant power of 10 servings of fruits and vegetables.

Men over 40:
Wellness Essentials™ for Men (MET): 1 packet in AM and PM. Multi-vitamins with support for vitality, strength, and stamina.
Fish Oil, Ultra Pure 360 EPA/240 DHA (VN) OR Flax Oil Certified Organic 1000 mg Softgels (VN): 1 capsule in AM and PM. Provides essential fatty acids.
Greens First: or Red Alert: 1 – 2 scoops per day. Provides the antioxidant power of 10 servings of fruits and vegetables.

Women who are menstruating: (Contains iron)
Wellness Essentials™ for Women (MET): 1 packet in AM and PM. Multi-Vitamins with extra calcium added.
Fish Oil, Ultra Pure 360 EPA/240 DHA (VN) OR Flax Oil Certified Organic 1000 mg Softgels (VN): 1 capsule in AM and PM. Provides essential fatty acids.
Greens First: or Red Alert: 1 – 2 scoops per day. Provides the antioxidant power of 10 servings of fruits and vegetables.

Everyone:
UltraInflamX Plus 360 (MET): Two servings per day. For use with chronic inflammatory conditions.
Kaprex AI (MET): 1 tablet 3 times daily. Anti-inflammatory.
Bromelain 2400 GDU (IT): 3 capsules 3 times daily between meals on an empty stomach. Reduces inflammation and swelling. Not recommended for use if peptic ulcer, gastritis, heartburn, or allergy to pineapple is present.

It is highly suggested that you do food allergy testing.

Autoimmune diseases are complex. Please schedule a telephone consultation with Dr. Eastman for an in-depth protocol designed for you.

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