Immune System
Low White Blood Cell Counts and Thyroid
White blood cells—neutrophils—are crucial factors in immune health. Learn why thyroid and autoimmune conditions often present a low white blood cell count.
Fiona McCulloch ND October 22, 2019
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Immune System
Thyroid Antibodies: Measuring Autoimmunity
The thyroid gland is the master of our metabolism. It controls the production of ATP,
Kelly Clinning ND May 14, 2019
Immune System
Estrogen’s Link to Autoimmune Conditions
Of all the people affected by autoimmune conditions, 75 percent of them are women. A recent study’s findings support a link between fluctuating estrogen levels and autoimmunity.
Fiona McCulloch ND June 23, 2018
Immune System
Vitamin D Deficiency, PCOS, and Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis
A recent study was done on women with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) who also have
Fiona McCulloch ND March 2, 2018
Immune System
Do you have standard American fatigue?
In the last article, we learned about the effects that blood sugar dysregulation can have on
Sarah Wilson September 28, 2016
Immune System
Do I need to go gluten-free to feel good?
This is the infamous question of our modern health culture. Is gluten free the ONLY
Sarah Wilson September 14, 2016
Immune System
Chronic Fatigue? – Investigate the gut
The intestinal tract is also known as many things, the second brain, the center of immunity, the first line of defense, and all of these descriptions are far better at elucidating the critical role of this essential organ. It is true that dysfunction of intestinal tract has repercussions far beyond constipation and diarrhea. When you have a gut infection, dysbiosis, intestinal hyper-permeability or other pathologies the effects are far reaching including joint pain, chronic illness, anxiety and depression, brain fog, fatigue, hormonal imbalances, weight loss resistance, and the list goes on!
Sarah Wilson July 11, 2016
Immune System
Probiotics and immunomodulation in the gut
The immune system is divided into 2 segments – the innate and the adaptive immune
Fiona McCulloch ND June 8, 2016
Fertility
Recurrent Miscarriages: Evaluation and Testing to Prevent Pregnancy Loss
Recurrent pregnancy loss, or repeated miscarriages are devastating and challenging to treat. There are numerous causes so a full work-up should be completed to gain clarity into the underlying cause and treat appropriately. We present an evidence-based review of current information in this field of reproductive medicine.
Erica Nikiforuk ND February 29, 2016
Immune System
Metabolism, the Microbiome, Berberine and Metformin
Dr. Fiona goes into some of the underlying mechanisms of how the microbiome affects our metabolic health. The drug, Metformin, illustrates this connection through it’s antibiotic effects.
Fiona McCulloch ND November 2, 2015
Immune System
Causes of Inflammation in PCOS: Lipotoxicity and Leptin
Learn more about the underlying causes of PCOS – the dysfunction of our fat cells – not often thought as functional – they are actually an endocrine organ that has a profound effect on our entire bodies. Women with PCOS have fundamental differences in the ways that the fat cells function.
Fiona McCulloch ND July 27, 2015
Fertility
VIDEO: Autoimmune and Immunological Infertility with Dr. Fiona
Dr. Fiona is interviewed for the Get Fertile Stay Fertile summit on Autoimmunity and Infertility. She discusses the science behind the immunological aspects of infertility, as well as natural approaches to generating a healthy immune system.
Fiona McCulloch ND June 28, 2015
Immune System
Gluten causes Leptin Resistance
Gluten has been linked to a 50% increase in leptin resistance at concentrations found in human blood after eating a typical gluten-containing meal. If you are trying to lose weight its crucial to eliminate gluten or it will likely be a stumbling block to progress.
Fiona McCulloch ND January 27, 2015
Immune System
Natural Immune Boosters
That time of year has come again – as we spend more inside, viruses and bacteria begin to spread. There are many serious viruses going around this year so tune into this new post to detail natural ways to protect your body from illness. Dr. Erica Nikiforuk highlights some great products, foods and lifestyle suggestions to ward off those bugs!
Erica Nikiforuk ND September 16, 2014
Immune System
T Regulatory Cells and Autoimmune Thyroid Disease
T regulatory cells are one of the most important immune cells when it comes to keeping autoimmune disease at bay. They are involved in suppressing the immune response when it is finished its work. In conditions like Hashimoto’s and Grave’s, two autoimmune thyroid diseases, these cells are often not at their optimal levels.
Fiona McCulloch ND August 25, 2014
