The Dr. Hyman Show 3 Mistakes People Make When Trying To Heal Autoimmune Disease
Apr 4, 2022
Dhru Purohit, a podcast host and health entrepreneur, engages in an enlightening conversation about autoimmune diseases. He identifies three common mistakes in healing, emphasizing the need to address root causes rather than just symptoms. The discussion delves into the crucial gut-autoimmune connection and the rising prevalence of these conditions particularly among women. Dhru highlights innovative treatments and the power of personalized, functional medicine approaches, providing listeners with actionable insights to take charge of their health.
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Autoimmunity on the Rise
- Autoimmune diseases are now more common than heart disease, cancer, and diabetes combined.
- Conventional medicine often focuses on suppressing symptoms, not addressing root causes.
Address Autoimmune Triggers
- Address potential autoimmune triggers like C-sections, lack of breastfeeding, early antibiotic use, and poor diet.
- These factors can disrupt gut health and increase inflammation, contributing to autoimmunity.
Mercury Toxicity and Autoimmunity
- Dr. Hyman treated a patient with ulcerative colitis who didn't respond to typical treatments.
- After discovering high mercury levels and chelation therapy, the patient's gut health improved significantly.
