An autoimmune disease is the result of a weak immune system. There are at least eighty different types of autoimmune diseases, such as fever, Graves disease, multiple sclerosis, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, systemic lupus, psoriasis, and rheumatoid arthritis. Treatment and medicines depend on the type and severity of an illness.
Doctors often recommend nonsteroidal drugs, immunosuppressants, and steroids to treat the disease. You should not use any medicine without the recommendation of a health care professional.
Here we have a list of natural remedies to cure autoimmune diseases.
Turmeric
A study published in the Journal of Digestive Diseases suggests that patients with a Crohn's disease should use turmeric regularly. It has excellent antibacterial, antifungal, antiviral, and antioxidant properties. Regular use of turmeric powder helps prevent various Autoimmune Disorders especially ulcerative colitis.
Take three to five tablespoons of turmeric powder and add it to one cup of milk. Boil it for a few minutes and drink every night before going to bed. Alternatively, you can try turmeric supplements two to three times a day. Do not take any food supplement without the recommendation of your doctor.
Ginger
Ginger is best known for its anti-inflammatory, antiseptic and antioxidant properties.
It helps deal with a variety of autoimmune diseases such as Graves disease, multiple sclerosis, inflammatory bowel disease, and others.
Regular use of ginger helps reduce pain and inflammation which are caused by multiple sclerosis and bowel diseases. Take three tablespoons of grated ginger and add some honey to it. Include a few drops of lemon juice or water and consume it thrice per day for desirable results.
Coconut oil
A study published in the Journal of Pharmacology suggests that coconut oil is good for human health. It is best known for its pain-relieving properties. Coconut oil helps prevent pain and inflammation associated with an autoimmune disease.
Another study published in the Journal of Gastroenterology indicates that coconut oil helps cure ulcerative colitis disease and Crohn’s disease.
Mix two teaspoons of coconut oil with a few drops of lemon juice. Alternatively, you can massage the skin with virgin coconut or olive oil to combat inflammation. Repeat the process three to four times a week or until you see improvements.
Pineapple
A study published in the Journal of Clinical Immunology reveals that pineapple prevents various autoimmune diseases. It contains a specific enzyme named as bromelain that contributes to human health. Pineapples have excellent anti-inflammatory, antifungal and antibacterial properties.
People with an ulcerative colitis disease should use pineapples regularly. The bromelain found in this fruit helps relieve spinal spondylitis and rheumatoid arthritis like disorders.
