Lupus is a chronic auto-immune disease that mainly affects women. The symptoms of lupus are wide-ranging which make it a difficult disease to both diagnose and treat. Discover seven facts about lupus you should know about here. In this The Balancing Act video, host Olga Villaverde leads a…
Lupus is an autoimmune disease that presents a variety of different symptoms. Many lupus patients will benefit from physiotherapy to help ease some of the pains and symptoms the condition brings. Muscle strength, gained by walking and other low impact exercises, is key for lupus patients to avoid disability. Read…
Lupus is a chronic autoimmune disease that affects approximately 1.5 million Americans. Â The condition is mainly found in women between the ages of 15 and 40, although men and children can also have lupus. Â Around 200,000 people are diagnosed in the U.S. each year. Want to know more…
Aromatherapy offers Anti-Inflammatory Benefits Have you considered using essential oils to help with lupus symptoms? More widely known as aromatherapy, essential oils have been around for centuries. We’ve discovered some ways they might help ease lupus. Like herbs and minerals, the FDA does not regulate essentials oils. Most medical doctors don’t consider…
If you’ve recently been diagnosed with lupus, it is understandable if you feel overwhelmed. New terms, new tests, new medicines, and new doctors force you into a whole new world. Below are just a few lifestyle changes that might help you manage your lupus journey into a better future. Here are seven tips:  …
There are more than 80 different types of autoimmune disease and an estimated 23.5 million Americans have at least one of them. Read how lupus patients are more likely to develop additional autoimmune diseases. Luckily, research into this area is fervent. Currently there are more than 300 different…
Looking after a person with lupus is hard, but manageable, work. You’ll need to be organized and prepared to make some life changes, however. Here are five tips for lupus caregivers, provided by the Lupus Foundation of America. Caring for someone with lupus People who develop serious health problems…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KB8nhgPs-k0 Lupus is an autoimmune inflammatory disease that affects multiple organ systems. Each patient is uniquely affected by lupus. Some of the most common symptoms of lupus include rash, joint and muscle pain, kidney disorder, and neurological disorder. Read about six lesser known symptoms of lupus. Watch as…
Lupus can be a tricky disease because of its complexity. Its symptoms, diagnosis, types, who it affects the most, and other aspects of the chronic autoimmune disease can be confusing because the disease impacts every patient differently. To help you learn more about lupus, here’s a list of seven facts:…
When you have lupus it is important to eat a diet rich in anti-inflammatory properties and antioxidants. This anti-inflammatory curried chicken salad recipe is full of fruits and vegetables, and rich in antioxidants. Antioxidants, like Vitamin C, can stop free radicals from damaging cells. Vitamin C also supports the immune system. You…