Autoimmunity & How to AIM to be informed about chronic illness | Darshi Shah | TEDxUCIrvine

[@meowsaidthecat5338]

I was literally tackled by an autoimmune disease in January 2019 (which worsened over 6 months), and had a thinner intestine lining, bloating and a gastritis. I had neurological problems (problems with walking, speech), pain in my hands, extreme fatigue in all limbs and one thing after the other simply seemed to follow while the puzzle pieces slowly came together. Looking back, I had it for 20 years with intermittent periods of unexplained sickness and fatigue, where doctors only found a ' spastic intestine' and the occasional 'hormones going haywire'. In 2019 I had severe B12 deficiency and D3 deficiency, despite a varied non-vegetarian and healthy diet. I had B12 (Cyanocobalamin) shots, but empirically noticed using the variants Hydroxocobalamin , Methylcobalamin or Adenosylcobalamin were better/more easily absorbed). I need to take a cocktail of other vitamins as I still don't take up as much vitamins from my food. My health improved with following strict AIP diet and after it maintaining a dairy, gluten and (mostly) nightshades and coffee-free diet. I could work again, but still felt like having the flu constantly with limited energy. Combined with low-dose Naltrexone (for which there are quite a number of recent peer-reviewed medical articles out there on its efficacy for autoimmune disorders like MS, see also met-enkephalin/OGF for even studies in cancer) I'm at nearly 90% of how I felt where I could function normally. I love cooking so I'll sometimes take a guilty pleasure and use some chili's / tomatoes, but if I eat gluten or dairy I get diarrhea. The autoimmune disease was identified with antibodies, since I take LDN (Low Dose Naltrexone) they lowered to nearly under the diagnostic threshold. Anecdotally, my German doctor is now treating two other MS patients in her practice with LDN (low dose naltrexone) - for which they no doubt, also signed a liability agreement. I had inundated her with these peer-reviewed medical articles prior to becoming the first patient on LDN. .But consider how our food is produced these days (preservatives, sweeteners, insecticides), how much contaminants are in the sea or in fish farms (quite a few papers/docu's on that out there too, look for Norwegian salmon on KZbin)- and how you consume these. I think diet (even the "healthy" ones without fizzy drinks, fast food) and lack of sun exposure (vit. D3) is a main factor for autoimmune and weak immune system problems. A holistic approach as explained in this video has been beneficial in my case and in a few other patients. I'm also growing my own vegetables in a community garden. I think taking a hard look at the weird stuff we may now find normal to consume is necessary.

[@rhythmrestore9003]

Epigenetic interventions can modulate gene expression, so we can influence genes for the better (or worse). As for membrane hyperpermeability (leaky gut in common parlance), there are reams of peer reviewed scientific research to support it's existence, contrary to the TED assertion above. It is time to move on and tackle this auto immunity pandemic.

[@bonnierobinson8684]

Much to think about. Thank you.

[@JP-xs5lo]

Called the “great imitator,” Lyme disease can present a variety of symptoms that mimic a wide range of illnesses, including chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia, ALS, Alzheimer's disease, depression, insomnia, and autoimmune disorders such as RA and Multiple Sclerosis (MS).Apr 7, 2020

[@jenreu]

You are awesome.. I have it and now I know what to do.. because my Dr just said he didn't know what has to be done.

[@meowsaidthecat5338]

specialized screening for markers on autoimmune disease (a special battery of blood testst). See if you can contact an expertise center on inflammation.

[@dipashah7464]

Such a useful info, really liked to learn about it!! Awesome way of explanation!!

[@FernandoSanchez-su6bf]

As I am watching this I am experiencing a flare up in my hands, neck, and shoulders. I have tried DMARDS, but have found little relief from them. The only thing that helps me is steroids and I can see adverse effects on my body.... I wish I could learn or be disciplined enough to eat right.

[@deekshithareddy687]

Thank you so much🙏

[@abhirm6189]

Do you have any auto immunity ? sorry for asking ..

[@JP-xs5lo]

More than 14 percent of the global population currently has tick-borne Lyme disease or has previously been infected, a new study suggests.Jun 17, 2022

[@samanthaharris2342]

I have Psoriatic Ankylosing Spondylitis

[@rs-zl7re]

She is on barefoot. Earthing I guess.

[@rahulchoudhary8295]

i have Ankylosing spondylitis i am from india

[@mikedonnarumma5337]

i have had AS since i was a kid, i am now 68, it is a very painful state, dont wait to long, change you diet now, i went W,F,P,B 4yrs ago and it changed the affect this hideous AS has on me, i have been off all medication now for 3yrs, ;good luck my fellow sufferer ;

[@harshguleria1926]

@@mikedonnarumma5337 may you please guide what things will be helpful ? What to follow

[@Beamlight7]

@@harshguleria1926 Start with rectifying diet, Avoid gluten, red meat, sugar, processed /packaged foods, oily foods, diary products. Replace sugar with jaggery/honey, replace seed and vegetable oils with coconut or olive oils, stop all non veg for 45 days, drink boiled warm water, 3 litres a day. 1 litres only after waking up ( tea hot temperature) Chew your your food well, drink water only 1 hour after meals. Try detox drinks, intermittent 16:8, check vitamin D3 level, and B12 make sure you have sufficient d3, calcium. Eat non citrus fruits ( if u agree citrus no promb) avoid tamrind, kokum, carbonated drinks, soda.

[@harshguleria1926]

@@Beamlight7 Thankyou for sharing your experience 💕 Half of the mentioned things i have already started from past 4 months and remaining one ill start following from today

[@justsayin7865]

Cannabis.