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Autoimmune Allies
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items I live with SLE (Lupus) and have a comorbidity of small fiber neuropathy. Therefore, there are specific tools I always keep in my corner to prevent or shorten flares outside of the routine medications, and that is what this list is comprised of.
This is super helpful when I have swelling and aching in my joints. Soaking in this solution is so soothing.
Dr Teal's Epsom Salt Magnesium Soak
Many autoimmune suffers struggle with anxiety, insomnia, and restlessness. This weighted blanket is calming, and helps the body go into rest mode out of feeling secure from the weight of the blanket.
Weighted Blanket
Stress is one of the top culprits for flares, especially with Lupus. Meditation has made a huge difference in keeping stress under control for me.
Headspace App to Manage Stress
Compression wraps help improve circulation, particularly when you have swelling due to a flare.
Calf Compression Wraps
Lupus and other autoimmune disorders are very sensitive to the sun. Therefore, You have to have a STRONG sunscreen. What I like about this one, is it is oil free, water resistant and sweat resistant.
Neutrogena Sport Face Sunscreen SPF 70+
Stretching is a must to keep joints loose and reduces aching pain. This yoga matt give the support needed to stretch on hard floors.
WeGym 4mm Cushioned Yoga & Stretching Mat
Diet is a key element in reducing and controlling inflammation. I love how many recipes this book gives, especially since I tend to struggle with being creative in the kitchen.
The Autoimmune Solution Cookbook: 150+ Recipes
In the winter, especially, I struggle with keeping my hands and feet warm. These rechargeable hand warmers help so much.
OCOOPA Magnetic Rechargeable Hand Warmers 2 Pack
The Ora rings helps me stay on top of a potential flare coming on, and helps me with identifying triggers and tracking symptoms of a flare. It comes in several metal colors.
Oura Ring
What I love the most about this heating pad is it can come in a moist heat setting. My heating pad is so vital to easing body aches from the disorder.
Pure Enrichment Ultra-Wide Heating Pad
Autoimmune can made your body so sensitive to your surrounding world. The air purifier helps keep allergens out of your air at home. This helps prevent respiratory issues which those with autoimmune are prone to.
LEVOIT Air Purifier
This one is a big one, as lupus causes really dry skin that can be itchy, and lead to swelling. This lotion is not just for eczema, but also for those with chronic pain, itching, or skin irritation from autoimmune.
Eucerin Eczema Relief Body Cream for Dry Skin Unscented - 8oz
Logging my symptoms in this journal, particularly when it comes to diet, has helped me learn what my body doesn't agree with and what Lupus doesn't like either. Which has helped my sensitive skin.
Autoimmune Symptom Tracker: 12 Week Journal
I have to take B12 everyday. Lupus often depletes energy, making B12 a must in your daily routine.
Nature Made Extra Strength Vitamin B12 2500 mcg
I love my white noise machine at night. I definitely do not sleep as well if I do not have my machine on, and sleep is imperative to reduce inflammation levels.
Dreamegg White Noise Machine -