how to diagnose autoimmune diseases naturally

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5/8/20242 min read

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⭐ What to Do to Explore Autoimmune Diseases (Natural Guide).

Autoimmune diseases are caused in the case where the immune system attacks the body tissues. Although medical tests (blood tests, antibodies, imaging, biopsies) are mandatory in official diagnosis, natural methods can be applied to detect imbalances, triggers, and early warning signs, which could be indicative of autoimmune activity.

The following is a close description of natural methods of identifying and comprehending potential autoimmune complications:

🔹 1. Listen to the Early Instruments of the Body.

Autoimmune symptoms may have an insidious onset. Early indications can be given by tracking them naturally.

Symptoms to be seen at an early age:

  • Unrelieved chronic fatigue.

  • Joint or muscle pain

  • Recurrent fevers

  • Brain fog

  • Disorders of the digestive system (bloating, diarrhoea, constipation)

  • Unexplained skin rashes

  • Hair loss

  • Weight fluctuations

  • Tingling or numbness

Natural method:

Record a symptom diary for 2-4 weeks.

Track:

  • Severity

  • Time of day

  • Food eaten

  • Stress levels

  • Sleep quality

Possible triggers are likely to be uncovered through patterns.

🔹 2. Efforts to assess Diet-Related Triggers.

Numerous autoimmune disorders are associated with gut health and food sensitivities.

Natural ways of determining triggers:

Elimination Diet (get rid of gluten, dairy, sugar, soy, processed foods)

30-60 days of AIP (Autoimmune Protocol) Diet.

Reintroduction technique - individual food intake and record responses.

Why this helps:

Food sensitivities are inflammatory to the body → may exacerbate autoimmune flares to untested problem foods.

🔹 3. Gut-Health Evaluation (Natural Approach)

In the gut, 70 per cent of the immune system is found. In such cases, the problems usually signify a case of immune overactivity.

Symptoms that your gut might be causing:

  • Bloating

  • Constipation or diarrhoea

  • Acid reflux

  • Undigested food in stool

  • Gas after meals

  • Natural techniques:

  • Track digestive symptoms

  • Use probiotics or fermented foods.

  • Evaluate bowel regularity

  • Note response to wheat, dairy or sugar.

This method assists in determining the possibility of gut malbalancing being associated with autoimmune-like symptoms.

🔹 4. Lifestyle and Stress Questionnaire.

Among the most effective triggers of autoimmune flare-ups, stress is present.

Natural evaluation method:

Check your:

  • Sleep duration (less than 7 hours makes one inflamed)

  • Stress level (work, emotional, mental)

  • Physical activity

  • Introduction to toxins (chemicals, pollution, smoking, etc.)

Stress (chronic): increases cortisol levels levels of cortisol between groups of cells, reduces immune function through cortisol-induced weakening of immune responses, and thus this may exacerbate the autoimmune reactions.

🔹 5. Family History Check

Autoimmune disorders have a large genetic contribution of genetics.

Look for family history of:

  • Thyroid disorders

  • Type 1 diabetes

  • Psoriasis

  • Rheumatoid arthritis

  • Lupus

  • Celiac disease

Natural evaluation:

Develop a basic family health map.

The risk increases in case other relatives have autoimmune or inflammatory conditions.

🔹 6. Naturally Noticing Skin, Hair and Nail Change.

The first organ to exhibit an autoimmune imbalance is the skin.

Natural clues:

  • Red or dry patches

  • Rashes

  • Color changes

  • Hair thinning

  • Brittle nails

These are visible signs that may be used to detect inflammation occurring within the body.

🔹 7. Energy & Mood Assessment

The nervous and endocrine systems are commonly affected with respect to autoimmune problems.

Look for:

  • Constant tiredness

  • Mood swings

  • Anxiety or depression

  • Cold- or heat-sensitive (thyroid-related)

  • An internal control of your daily physical energy and mental acuity can also be a valuable clue.

⭐ Important Note

Natural techniques will help you know your body better, find patterns and early warning signs, but they do not diagnose autoimmune diseases.

To be medically confirmed, it usually takes:

  • ANA, ESR, CRP

  • Thyroid antibodies

  • Rheumatoid factor

  • Anti-CCP

  • Celiac antibodies

  • Imaging or biopsy

These are not natural methods, and yet they are necessary for diagnosis.