Autoimmune Disease
Addison’s Disease
Alopecia Areata
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Antiphospholipid Syndrome
Autoimmune encephalitis
Autoimmune Dysautonomia
Your immune system is designed to protect you from harmful invaders like bacteria and viruses. But sometimes, it can become overactive or confused, attacking your own body instead. This condition, known as an autoimmune disease, can cause the body to mistakenly target its own tissues and organs, often leading to disabling symptoms.
The standard treatment typically involves medications like NSAIDs, steroids, and biologics, or a mix of these. While they might help, they often miss a key part of the puzzle.
Autoimmune diseases are influenced by many factors, including lifestyle, diet, environment, and genetics
The most effective approach to managing autoimmune disorders is a holistic one—addressing all the factors that contribute to immune imbalance.
Common Autoimmune Diseases
Autoimmune Urticaria
Celiac Disease
Dermatomyositis
Graves Disease
Gullain-Barre Syndrome
Hashimoto Thyroiditis
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Multiple Sclerosis
Myasthenia Gravis
Psoriasis
Reactive Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Our Approach to Treating Autoimmune Disorders
Scleroderma
Sjogren Syndrome
Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
Type 1 Diabetes
Vasculitis
Vitiligo
Many patients come to us after trying an anti-inflammatory diet. While it may have helped a little, it often isn’t enough to relieve their symptoms. Most anti-inflammatory diets focus on eating real, plant-based foods, which is better than processed options. However, even real foods can sometimes trigger immune system issues.
Our approach is to identify food sensitivities and create a personalized anti-inflammatory diet tailored to each individual. This helps stop the inflammatory response. Within about 30 days, we develop a solid foundation for your diet, gradually increasing your food tolerance. As your immune system heals, you may even reintroduce some foods that once caused issues, so permanent avoidance isn’t always the goal.
We also focus on essential health principles, like blood sugar balance, a diverse microbiome, proper nutrients, and lifestyle changes to support your healing. Sleep, for example, plays a big role—too much or too little, sleep apnea, stress, or mood disorders like anxiety and depression can all impact your body’s ability to repair.
Additionally, we consider environmental factors that might harm your health, such as second-hand smoke, VOCs from paint, pesticides, certain food additives, mold, or even dental amalgam toxicity. We address these barriers when necessary but leave them alone if they aren’t causing harm. This comprehensive approach helps you move toward better health and resilience.
Mark W
“Donna’s deep understanding of autoimmune ailments and her consistent compassionate care and attention have made all the difference in my journey to understand and address my disease.”
Can Genetics Impact Autoimmune Disorders?
Genetics is a chapter in our life story, shaped by our parents and ancestors. While we can’t change our genes, diet, lifestyle, and environment can influence how they’re expressed, turning them “on” or “off.” This gene expression affects things like how we exercise, balance metabolic processes, or support brain chemicals that impact mood, such as anxiety or depression.
Autoimmune disorders often involve a genetic predisposition, but they’re also triggered by environmental factors like diet or toxin exposure. These triggers can disrupt the immune system and alter gene expression. Autoimmune conditions are complex because they involve many genes affecting various processes, making treatment more challenging.
