Autoimmunity in Denver, CO.

Autoimmune diseases are growing exponentially in type and prevalence, meaning that every day there are new autoimmune conditions on the scene and more people falling prey to the multitude of damaging effects. Sadly, many people can’t identify if they have an autoimmune condition or what’s causing it. Although these are complex conditions, there are very basic keys our body’s need in order to have a chance to properly regulate an out of control immune system. We find regularly that people are missing these very important immune mediators.

How It Starts

Autoimmunity occurs when the immune system begins to attack our own tissues. This occurs from many different mechanisms that include food protein triggers, hormone imbalances, chemical triggers, microbial triggers, excess immune activation, excess barrier permeability and low regulatory cell production. Adding to this list are lifestyle issues such as poor sleep habits, stress, lack of exercise and a diet high in processed foods.

For many people, but not all, there seems to be a trifecta that lends to the slippery slope eventually leading into an autoimmune reactive response and those are:

1. Lifestyle or Genetics that predispose someone to immune dysregulation

2. Gut-Immune Axis regulatory dysfunction

3. A triggering life event

Key Characteristics

Over the years we have seen a few common characteristics that individuals share with one another who are dealing with a potential autoimmune condition.

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Multiple sensitivities or intolerances to foods and/or the environment

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Multiple specialty doctors visits with multiple diagnosis

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Tried multiple treatments with no long term success

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Marci Steiner Testimonial

Marci had been suffering from 4 different autoimmune diseases and couldn’t get answers or relief from her doctors. She barely had any energy for her children and her quality of life was at an ultimate low. Watch how the team at Peak Vitality were able to help her take control of her health and start enjoying life!

Addressing the Underlying Triggers of Autoimmunity Disorder

Relief and remission are the goal of any effective autoimmune approach. While there is no cure, minimizing the severity of flare ups and increasing the time between relapses is often a very achievable goal, one that should be the focus. Because autoimmunity results in system wide inflammation and damage, getting to the root triggers and supporting immune regulation is critical. Many times, those who have only addressed symptoms or ignored addressing underlying issues will develop secondary diseases and syndromes as a result of inflammation run amok.

We’ve seen many patients who have only had symptom-based treatments and will find that, while those symptoms are being suppressed, other damaging effects have not been and the body continues down a self destructive path. Perhaps the most disturbing issue is that their medications have made it impossible to feel the continued damage leading them to believe they are in some form of remission.

The Peak Approach

Our first step is to discover as many of those underlying inflammatory triggers as well as identifying the missing pieces required for proper immune control. Common autoimmune disorders such as M.S., Lupus, Hashimoto’s, Rheumatoid Arthritis and Psoriasis are undoubtedly on the rise, but there is no need to remain hopeless. With targeted integrative modalities that include personalized nutritional support and the latest in peptide therapies, our team can help you meet your health goals and refocus on the life that you were meant to live. We find that with the right combination of therapies, relief is possible for many. Call us at 720-504-8068 or make an appointment online to learn more about our autoimmunity care.

Autoimmunity Testimonial – Tammy

“One of my biggest issues was my stomach. I was diagnosed with ulcers at 25 and since that time, have taken all the band aid drugs to help–every acid reducer that is out there, I have taken. At the time that I started the program, I was taking 40 mgs of omeprazole every day. Two weeks after starting the program, changing the way I eat and taking natural supplements, I stopped taking the omeprazole and have not taken any since. Peak Vitality was not only healing my body, but they were teaching me how to eat natural whole foods the way God intended….no chemicals, no preservatives. I was so happy and excited, and the best part of all (as every girl who is a little chubby knows), I lost weight! I was amazed!

“The one thing that I can tell you is that if you’re even considering Peak Vitality… it’s sooooo worth it. For the first time in my life, I am healthy and loving life……and by the way that 40 pound weight loss I experienced has helped my health tremendously. “

Tammy

Patient

Autoimmunity Testimonial – Tammy

“One of my biggest issues was my stomach. I was diagnosed with ulcers at 25 and since that time, have taken all the band aid drugs to help–every acid reducer that is out there, I have taken. At the time that I started the program, I was taking 40 mgs of omeprazole every day. Two weeks after starting the program, changing the way I eat and taking natural supplements, I stopped taking the omeprazole and have not taken any since. Peak Vitality was not only healing my body, but they were teaching me how to eat natural whole foods the way God intended….no chemicals, no preservatives. I was so happy and excited, and the best part of all (as every girl who is a little chubby knows), I lost weight! I was amazed!

“The one thing that I can tell you is that if you’re even considering Peak Vitality… it’s sooooo worth it. For the first time in my life, I am healthy and loving life……and by the way that 40 pound weight loss I experienced has helped my health tremendously. “

Tammy

Patient

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Flexible and same-day appointments.

Or call us at 720-504-8068