Caplan Health Institute
Functional Medicine Practitioners
Fatigue and Autoimmune Disease: How to Get Your Energy Back Chronic fatigue is a common symptom of autoimmune diseases like lupus and rheumatoid arthritis (RA). So why does lupus make you tired? Or why do you suffer from fatigue and RA? It’s usually because the mitochondria are not working well. The mitochondria just can’t keep …
Tasty Autoimmune Recipes for a Lupus Diet Plan One of the most common complaints I hear from my lupus patients and autoimmune patients in general is: “What am I supposed to eat?” When I tell them what foods make lupus worse, they feel very restricted. The good news is that there are plenty of lupus …
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 …
Autoimmune Recipes: Avocado Burger with Sweet Potato Bun INGREDIENTS For the Buns 2–3 large, round sweet potatoes 1 Tablespoon coconut oil 1/4 Teaspoon sea salt For the Burgers 1 lb. ground beef 1 Teaspoon sea salt One Teaspoon garlic powder 1 Teaspoon onion powder Toppings 1 Medium avocado, sliced Sliced red onion Arugula INSTRUCTIONS For …
If you are in our community, know that we are here to support you. Stress is a huge trigger for autoimmunity, and having a protocol and foundation is more important now than ever before. If you have not accepted our gift of a discovery consultation by video chat, please click here and do so. For …
Keep calm. As news reports intensity and the threat of the Coronavirus grows nearer, calm is key. If you want a list of supplements that the Caplan family is using right now, check out the PS at the end of this blog. Your health is in your hands. You have many tools to …
Did you know that the Parasympathetic State affects EVERY aspect of your well-being? Optimally, we should all be in a parasympathetic state 80% of the time, but many people struggle to be in this state at any point during their day, because stress inhibits the parasympathetic response. Our friend and colleague, Jodi Cohen has designed …
Who doesn’t love a smoothie? Fruit smoothies are refreshing in the warm weather and make it feel like summer in the cold weather. Maybe? Ok, maybe not, but always delicious and often the best breakfast choice. The Power Up Smoothie (health heart food) is one of the anchors of our recipe book “Autoimmune Recipes to …
Bacon-Wrapped Scallops, does it get any better than that? Whether eating alone or with a loved one, this extravagant meal is satisfying and super easy. Serve with a simple salad of spinach leaves, finely sliced shallots, a drizzle of avocado or olive oil, and a squeeze of lemon. Roast Brussel sprouts or broccoli with lemon …
