Autoimmune diseases
Autoimmune diseases - a modern and Ayurvedic view of treatment
This category is for products and information related to autoimmune diseases. Autoimmune diseases are conditions in which the body's immune system starts attacking its own cells and tissues, leading to inflammation and other health problems. In this category you will find natural herbs and dietary supplements that can help modulate the immune system and suppress an excessive immune reaction.
Causes of origin
According to Ayurveda, autoimmune diseases arise due to high production of AMI (endotoxins) and their accumulation in the body. Ama (endotoxins) subsequently settles in specific tissues, depending on which the disease occurs. You can read more about the AMA concept read here.
Recommended herbs
The herbs and their combinations below are beneficial for all types of autoimmune diseases.
- Giloy (Tinospora cordifolia): Giloy has immunostimulating and anti-inflammatory effects and can help strengthen the immune system and suppress an excessive immune response.
- Curcumin (from turmeric, Curcuma longa): Curcumin is known for its strong anti-inflammatory effects and can help keep the immune system in balance and suppress excessive inflammatory responses.
- Tulsi (Ocimum sanctum or Holy Basil): Tulsi is an anti-inflammatory herb that can help suppress inflammatory responses associated with autoimmune diseases.</span >
The herb of first choice for all autoimmune diseases is clearly GILOY. Learn more about this useful plant in this video.
Furthermore, they are combined with herbs depending on the type of autoimmune disease involved.
- For example, in neurological diseases such as multiple sclerosis, other herbs are added to support the nervous system, such as Ashwagandha and Brahmi.
