A recent study highlights how the Mediterranean diet can help manage autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and Hashimoto’s thyroiditis (HT).
Autoimmune diseases happen when the immune system mistakenly attacks the body’s own tissues, causing inflammation and damage.
The Mediterranean diet is rich in fiber, olive oil, fruits, vegetables, nuts, whole grains, and fish, with limited red meat and processed foods. Its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties help reduce harmful immune responses. The diet also supports good gut bacteria that fight inflammation.
Research shows that eating oily fish with omega-3 fats and plenty of fruits and vegetables can ease symptoms of RA and thyroid autoimmune diseases. Extra virgin olive oil, a key part of the diet, contains compounds that reduce inflammation and protect tissues.
In a recent clinical trial, RA patients who followed the Mediterranean diet for 12 weeks had less joint pain and better heart health compared to others. The diet also helped improve thyroid function and lowered harmful antibody levels in people with Hashimoto’s thyroiditis.
Experts say the Mediterranean diet is a safe, affordable way to support treatment and improve quality of life for people with autoimmune diseases. Combining this diet with regular exercise may offer even greater benefits.
This evidence encourages using the Mediterranean diet as part of managing autoimmune conditions to reduce inflammation and protect the body from further damage.
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