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Autoimmune Diseases: Foods That Help | Dr. Neal Barnard | Exam Room LIVE

May 2, 2024
Dr. Neal Barnard discusses the best diet for autoimmune diseases, benefits of fruits, immune-boosting nutrients, trigger foods, fasting, sugar impact, fermented foods, fiber benefits. Common autoimmune diseases mentioned. Emphasis on plant-based diet, supplements, stress impact, nuts and seeds recommendations, Power Foods Diet, and support for plant-based health. COPD study on plant-centered diet and emphysema risk in young adult smokers.
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  • A plant-based diet, excluding trigger foods, is recommended for managing autoimmune disorders.
  • Eliminating dairy, eggs, and meat as triggers can improve autoimmune symptoms and health outcomes.

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Benefits of a Plant-Based Diet for Autoimmune Disorders

Eliminating triggers like dairy, eggs, and meat, a plant-based diet is recommended as a starting point for managing autoimmune disorders. Unlike ketogenic or Mediterranean diets, vegan diets exclude major trigger foods, making them the most anti-inflammatory choice for autoimmune conditions.

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