Autoimmune Disorders occur when the body’s immune system produces antibodies that attack healthy cells and tissue. Organ-specific autoimmune diseases are caused when antibodies attack a specific organ, like the thyroid or pancreas. When this happens, we see diseases such as, Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, ulcerative colitis, autoimmune hepatitis, and Type 1 diabetes, Grave’s disease, psoriasis, multiple sclerosis, Crohn’s disease and ankylosing spondylitis.
The typical approach to treating autoimmune disorders is to give patients immune suppressants that stop their body from producing too many antibodies that may attack organs or systems. There are a number of adverse side effects that a patient can experience. As a Naturopathic doctor, Dr. Yap Belcher is dedicated to using Naturopathic medical techniques to help her patients find solutions to minimize adverse reactions and side effects.
When working on patients with autoimmune disorders, Dr. Yap Belcher first assesses the body as a whole and works to reestablish good health and remove any obstacles. By evaluating the patient’s environment, lifestyle and overall well-being, they can form an initial plan that promotes healthy living. They begin to work in partnership with their patients to improve the body’s innate ability to self-heal through multiple modalities such as lifestyle modifications, nutraceuticals or botanical treatments.
We are dedicated to help our patients find relief in the safest and noninvasive way possible. Give Natural Healing Solutions, a call today to begin your journey to optimal wellness.