The top 3 herbs for autoimmune issues are ones I use and help control flare-up and get me back to normal fast.
These are not typical immune boosting herbs. In fact, using immune boosting herbs can be a detriment. They can cause your immune system to go so far out of control it's literally eating you alive.
No, we want herbs that are going to calm and regulate proper immune function. These herbs help bring things back to normal. There are specific herbs that will help you to protect certain organs and systems, but these one work directly on your system.
Here's the key: don't just try these yourself. You need a qualified herbalist to prepare these herbs. Like most things, if they are abused or mistreated, they can cause serious harm.
- Japanese Knotweed - not well known for immune issued, it really works. This herb is better known for being invasive and treating Lyme. This is one of 2 herbs that are making sensational headlines for being able to allow the body to completely rid itself of all Lyme bacteria and co-current infections. Knotweed does this by reducing inflammation and regulating the immune system. It allows the immune system to peak when fighting something, then to relax when the fight is over. For auto-immune issues, this herb calms the immune system down under normal conditions and allows it to work when an infection strikes.
- Turmeric - yup, this super spice is here, too. This herb reduces inflammation by helping the adrenals produce anti-inflammatory hormones. It doesn't actually stop the inflammation, just works to keep it controlled. Turmeric also protects the body from attacks, including self-attacks. There are also now several studies that shows turmeric can reduce the frequency and intensity of lupus attacks.
- Ginger - it helps calm the digestive system and since there is more digestive system than the whole rest of the body combined, that's a good thing. Ginger also stimulates the body to reduce inflammation and supports proper production of T-cells and other immune components. But, you need to be careful, too much for too long can have reverse effects.
While knotweed isn't a food, the others are. You can get these at the store and begin eating them as part of your daily routine. If you want to use them medicinally, talk to a qualified herbalist.
Speaking of foods, you should start with your diet. Remove allergins - soy, milk, wheat - to see if your symptoms improve.
Christina Major is the Naturopathic Doctor and Holistic Nutritionist of Crystal Holistic Health Consulting. Crystal Holistic Health helps people, especially women, who have Type II Diabetes, High Cholesterol and High Blood Pressure lower their numbers, get off medication and increase their energy so they can save money, take back control of their lives and improve the health and happiness of their families. You can get a free report on health at http://www.crystalholistichealth.com/
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Generally talk to with a doctor before using any herbs , vitamins and health supplements , women who are pregnant or nursing should not take this or any other herb without first contacting their physician.
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