Caplan Health Institute
Functional Medicine Practitioners
In our first article on this topic, we explained why digestion is so important. You can thank digestion for giving your body all of the nutrition and energy it needs. Optimum digestion sets you up for a healthy immune response. It is one of the 4 pillars of gut health, meaning it leads the way …
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 …
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 …
A question we get asked a lot is “What is the best diet for autoimmune disease?” Paleo? AIP? Vegan? Keto? Truthfully, there is no simple answer. Both the question and the answer are very individual. A better place to start is with the subject of personalization. Personalization is key in determining the best diet for …
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 …
Did you know that daily habits can change your life? YES! The wonderful thing about being alive is that it’s never too late to change course. Here are five basic lifestyle habits that can keep you on top of your game. These tips and tricks keep you focused on simple daily actions: Routine, meditation, movement, …
One of the most powerful tools you have for stabilizing blood sugar and/or reversing insulin resistance is what you choose to put into your mouth. For a lot of people, eating healthy means eliminating fat. But beware! Not all fat is equal, and not all fat is bad for you. If you are not eating …
Over the years, we’ve observed common trends in patients with lupus and autoimmunity. We have identified eight common underlying dysfunctions that tend to lead to the overactivation of the immune system and trigger and perpetuate the disease process. These eight issues shown below each play a role in regulating the immune system. They need to …
