The term “Autoimmune Diseases” is used to classify a group of around 80 different kinds of diseases, which characterize an abnormal immune response. Various body parts and organs can get adversely affected, because of an altered response of the immune system, in which the immune cells attack the healthy cells of the body. Pain, and grade fever, are some of the most common symptoms associated with an abnormal immune response. The autoimmune diseases also have symptoms including pain, inflammation, and stiffness in body joints, among others. Some of the most common autoimmune diseases affecting humans include the Graves disease, celiac disease, diabetes mellitus type 1, psoriasis, rheumatoid arthritis, and the inflammatory bowel disease, among others. Some diseases are hereditary in nature, for instance Lupus, and are found to run within the families. Some others are triggered by the environmental agents and certain infections. The exact causes of the medical condition are still to be known. The autoimmune diseases can be chronic, and life threatening, as they can alter the growth and functionality of a number of organs. Hence it is important to consult a physician, when you face any kind of autoimmune disease. The home remedies provide for the better management of the diseases.
Here Are 6 Home Remedies For Autoimmune Diseases
1. Turmeric
Turmeric contains a phenol, by the name Curcumin (also found in some medicinal plants). Curcumin suppresses the activity of the enzymes that are a cause of inflammation. Hence, turmeric can remove the symptoms of a range of autoimmune disorders, including Eczema, Psoriasis, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Scleroderma, and Irritable bowel syndrome, among others. To heal the immune system, boil a cup of milk, and add half spoon of pure turmeric powder to it. Let the mixture simmer for only 1 or 2 minutes. Drink the mixture when it gets lukewarm, before you go to bed at night. You can also use the turmeric supplements, and consume them not more than 2 or 3 times during the day. Consult your doctor to know more about the dosage regulations.[1]
2. Ginger
The substances found in Ginger heal the irritated digestive system, and also lower inflammation. The substance can improve immune health, when consumed regularly over a period of time. To overcome the inflammation, and other symptoms of the autoimmune diseases, the Ginger tea can be blissful. For making the tea, boil a cup of water, and add a spoon of ginger slices (grated fresh) to it. Let the mixture simmer for around 8 to 10 minutes. Strain it, and then add a some honey and lemon juice, so that the tea becomes palatable. Drink the tea once or twice every day, until the symptoms are gone.[2]
3. Coconut Oil
Pure coconut oil has both analgesic, and anti-inflammatory properties. It can hence lower and ease the symptoms of autoimmune diseases, including spondylitis, ulcerative colitis, and the Crohn’s disease. To lower the symptoms, consume 2 or 3 spoons of raw and virgin coconut oil, 3 times every day, at regular intervals. Also massage the pain-affected areas of the body by using the oil.[3]
4. Aloe Vera
The wonderful plant, Aloe Vera, has a number of substances that can beat the symptoms of the complex autoimmune diseases. The salicylic acid, and lupeol, found in the plant have analgesic or pain-relieving properties. The fatty acids, and other compounds of the plant can also lower inflammation. The Aloe Vera juice is sold as an OTC (over-the-counter) product at pharmacies. You can also extract the gel of the leaf (by cutting it). Mix the gel in water, add some lemon juice, and blend the drink mixture. This drink can be consumed for lowering the inflammation, pain, and other symptoms associated with the disease.[4]
Note: Be sure to consult your doctor before using Aloe Vera for treatment purposes. He would provide you the dosage schedule, for consuming the plant extracts.
5. Fish Oil
Fish oil is a natural anti-inflammatory substance, and can treat the inflammation symptoms of diseases such as Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. It also alleviates pain, and can be used to lower the joint stiffness as well, which are associated with rheumatoid arthritis and spondilytis, the autoimmune diseases. The Fish Oil tablets are available as a supplement, at the pharmacy stores. You can consume 1, 500 mg of the fish oil tablet a day , or 1 spoon of oil daily, to overcome both pain and inflammation. When suffering from joint stiffness, add a few drops (4 to 5) of fish oil to your bathtub that has lukewarm after, and soak your body and joints in the bath, 2 to 3 times every day.[5]
6. Apple Cider Vinegar
Rich in anti-oxidants, the Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV) also contains the Vitamin B5 or Pantothenic acid, which can beat the symptoms such as inflammation and pain. ACV also has a number of minerals, including phosphorous, potassium, manganese, and calcium, which provide for easing of joint stiffness and pain. To lower the symptoms of the autoimmune diseases, you can use the ACV as the salad dressings, and also add it to the other food preparations, so that you consume nominal amounts of it more regularly. Alternatively, add 1 spoon of raw ACV in 1 cup of water, add a little ginger slices to the mixture, and steep the mixture for a period of 5 to 10 minutes. Strain the mixture, add a spoon of honey to it, and consume the drink. You can drink the mixture 2 times everyday day, until the symptoms are gone.[6]
