How To Evaluate Your Risk And Prevent Autoimmune Disease

07/11/19 • 33 min

Shocking estimates by the American Autoimmune Related Disease Association now say that 20 percent of Americans - that’s 1 in 5 - have an autoimmune disease. But why are these conditions that were once obsolete suddenly so prevalent?

On today’s episode, Andrea sits down with clinical nutritionist Josh Gitalis to talk about what autoimmune disease is, why we’re seeing increases across the board, and how we can prevent autoimmune disease before it takes hold.

This episode of The Microbiome Report is powered by BIOHM Health, a wellness company aimed at optimizing your gut health.

This episode of The Microbiome Report is powered by BIOHM Health, a wellness company aimed at optimizing your gut health.

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