We still have a lot to learn about how lupus develops and what we can do to stop it. We do know it’s an autoimmune disease that’s more common in women but less common in Caucasians. There are four different types: systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), cutaneous lupus erythematosus, neonatal lupus and drug-induced lupus. SLE can cause a host of vague and nonspecific symptoms that may include muscle or...
According to the -National Institutes of Health-, approximately 41.6% of the US population has a vitamin D deficiency. Vitamin D deficiencies can be linked to lower energy levels, and immune system function as well as a number of diseases, including multiple sclerosis, IBD (inflammatory bowel disease) and cancer. Are you getting enough vitamin D for optimal health? - How the Body Makes and Uses Vitamin...
Hair loss can be embarrassing, concerning, and can even be a sign of a health problem. Hair might start to show up on your pillow, more of it is in the hairbrush, in the shower drain, and in some cases small bald spots have become noticeable. A possible cause of this excess hair loss could be from a condition called alopecia areata, which is an autoimmune disorder. This type of hair loss can also be...