Caplan Health Institute
Functional Medicine Practitioners
Digestion starts before you put that first mouthful of food in your mouth. It begins when you’re preparing your food, smelling the pleasant aromas, and salivating as you imagine what it will taste like. In fact, digestion happens in phases. Why is digestion important? You need to eat to live, but why is digestion so …
The Autoimmune Equation Part 1 – Why Some People Develop Autoimmunity and Others Don’t Autoimmunity is when the immune system forms antibodies to your own tissue. But why does this happen? What causes autoimmune diseases in the first place? Why doesn’t everyone develop an autoimmune issue? There are both external and internal reasons why your …
You may have heard about lectins lately. They’ve received more attention in the media for their possible adverse effects on health. For some people, lectins can cause issues, especially with digestion. That’s why some people benefit from reducing or eliminating lectins from their diet. What are lectins? So what exactly are lectins, and what is …
Yes, You Have Autoimmunity. But Is It Really Caused By Leaky Gut? Over and over again, autoimmunity patients arrive at our clinic for the first time with stories of frustration. There are two reasons for their frustration. First, their doctor ordered tests, but when the results came back, they were told everything was normal and …
Have you ever felt like your autoimmune disease came on suddenly, almost overnight? For many of my patients, it seemed like everything was fine, and then one day – poof! – they were given an autoimmune diagnosis. While it may seem like an autoimmune disease appears suddenly out of nowhere, it actually can be brewing …
How Autoimmune Patients Can Stay Healthy in the Sun, Water, and on Summer Vacation Summer brings with it time spent outdoors, vacations that tempt us to eat foods that aren’t good for us, and exposure to chlorine in swimming pools—to name just a few seasonal threats. People with autoimmune diseases need to be especially careful …
A patriotic treat that’s sure to be a hit at the 4th of July party or the next BBQ. Made with lower glycemic ingredients it’s a perfect light treat for summer! Bar Ingredients:* 1 1/2 cups of blanched almond flour* 1/2 teaspoon baking soda * 1/4 teaspoon sea salt* 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted* 1 1/2 tablespoons …
What Do Food Sensitivities Have to Do With Autoimmunity? Actually, a lot. You will discover that the two have much to do with each other. Let’s explore what food sensitivities are and how they are connected to autoimmune disorders. In functional medicine, food is medicine, but what happens when the foods you eat trigger a …
Did you know that there are over 100 autoimmune conditions? Autoimmune conditions have become more prevalent, are often misdiagnosed, and each needs to be looked at differently. Functional medicine is different from conventional or standard medicine and looks for the root cause of an autoimmune disorder rather than just the symptoms. Regardless of the tissue …
