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7. Keep your intake of nightshades (tomato, eggplant, peppers, etc.) low to
moderate in order to lessen the potential for an autoimmune reaction.
8. Take supplements (see “WHAT TO TAKE: Supplements” below for exactly
which products to take) to help boost levels of omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin D,
vitamin C, zinc, magnesium, probiotics, curcumin, and antioxidants – all of
which are instrumental in calming down an overactive immune system.
9. Exercise is a natural anti-inflammatory. Move your body regularly and
appropriately for your physiology.
10. Manage your stress. Practice deep relaxation through yoga, breathwork,
biofeedback, or massage because stress worsens the immune response.
11. Check for hidden infections like yeast, viruses, bacteria, and Lyme with the
help of a doctor and treat them.
12. Get checked for heavy metal toxicity. Mercury and other metals can trigger
autoimmunity.
13. Fix your gut by working with a Functional Medicine practitioner.
14. Tell your doctor about Functional Medicine, encourage him or her to get
trained, or buy them a Textbook of Functional Medicine as a holiday present.
Go to www.functionalmedicine.org for more information.
15. See my guide on How to Work With Your Doctor To Get What You Need to
learn what tests you need and how to get them.
Remember, our bodies are not defective. You can thrive and be healthy by
paying attention to a few natural laws of biology. You don’t need drugs to
survive!