The Gut Health Trend: Indian Foods That Improve Digestion Naturally - Part 9
How Poor Gut Health Can Trigger Autoimmune Diseases By Saranya – Dietician, Nutrition Educator, Diabetes Educator Most people think autoimmune diseases start in the immune system. But in many cases, the problem starts in the gut . As a dietician with 20+ years of experience, I have seen many clients with thyroid disorders, rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis, IBS, and other autoimmune conditions. One common factor in almost all of them is poor gut health . This connection is rarely explained clearly. Let’s understand it in simple words. 🧬 What Is an Autoimmune Disease? An autoimmune disease happens when the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks its own tissues . Examples include: Thyroid disorders (Hashimoto’s thyroiditis) Rheumatoid arthritis Psoriasis Lupus Inflammatory bowel disease The big question is: Why does the immune system get confused? The answer often lies in the gut lining . 🧱 The Gut Lining and the “Leaky Gut” Con...