Tag: inflammation

The Role of Stress Hormones in Autoimmune Flares

September 23, 2025 • Lifestyle & Wellness

What are stress hormones? If you’ve ever noticed that a stressful week is followed by a flare-up, you’re not imagining it. Stress plays a real and measurable role in how…

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Sleep and Inflammation: How Rest Affects Rheumatic Disease

August 12, 2025 • Lifestyle & Wellness

If you live with arthritis, lupus, or any autoimmune condition, you’ve probably had nights when pain or stiffness made sleep feel impossible. But sleep isn’t just a comfort, it’s one…

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Gut Health and Autoimmunity: What’s the Connection?

August 5, 2025 • Lifestyle & Wellness

If you’ve been living with an autoimmune condition, chances are you’ve heard the phrase “everything starts in the gut.” But what does that really mean, and can gut health really…

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The Connection Between Rheumatic Diseases and Heart Health

June 10, 2025 • Rheumatology

Rheumatic diseases are known for how they affect the joints, skin, or immune system. But what’s less commonly discussed is the link between these conditions and cardiovascular health. Studies continue…

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Understanding Rheumatology: What It Is and Why It Matters

May 8, 2025 • Rheumatology

When your joints ache or your body feels out of sync, your first thought probably isn’t “I need a rheumatologist.” But for millions of people, rheumatology becomes a key part…

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