There is an attack of autoimmune diseases in the United States and worldwide. The increasing prevalence and costs associated with the diagnosis and treatment is a major concern. 50 million Americans have an autoimmune disease. It’s 1 of the top 10 causes of death in women over 65. It’s the 2nd highest cause of chronic […]
Everybody needs a community. Research shows that the risk of chronic disease and mortality is directly related to high social stress. The feeling of being isolated has a risk for chronic disease higher than physical inactivity, alcohol consumption of over 6 drinks a day, and smoking 15 cigarettes daily. This social isolation is heightened by […]
The other thyroid disease is Graves’ disease. Graves’ disease and Hashimoto’s disease both are autoimmune diseases affecting the thyroid gland. An autoimmune disease is a state of your immune system that is sensitized to your own body. Your immune system produces antibodies that attack and destroy cells and tissues in your body. These antibodies are […]