Articles Featuring All Things Allergy, Autoimmunity, & Anti-inflammatory Living
Written by Dr. Kara Wada
Does the thought of taking medications for Sjogren’s sometimes make you feel more overwhelmed than relieved?
Managing chronic illnesses like Sjogren's can be like learning to juggle a dozen balls while walking a tightrope! Balancing symptoms, medication schedules, potential side effects, long-te...
Does it sometimes feel like you’ve got a permanent case of sandpaper in your eyes? If you're nodding yes, I’m right there with you! Dry eyes are a common complaint for most of us living with Sjogren’s. As a doctor and a Sjogren's patient, I constantly find myself researching new solutions for the...
Does the thought of exercise with Sjogren's feel exhausting, well, exhausting? Trust me, you are not alone. Dealing with Sjogren's can feel like you've already run a marathon before you've even put on your sneakers! The fatigue can be overwhelming. Those achy joints and even the occasional "brain fo...
Allergies – those annoying immune system mix-ups – can be a real drag!
And with so much misinformation floating around, separating fact from fiction can feel more challenging than finding a matching sock in the dryer (amirite?!).
As an allergist and immunologist who's walked this allergy path with...
Have you ever considered the possibility that your Sjogren’s symptoms might be linked to the food on your plate?
As an allergist, immunologist, and a fellow Sjogren's patient, I’ve become fascinated by the profound ways diet can impact this complex autoimmune condition.
It turns out, food is more ...
We're officially entering the final stretch of 2024! Can you believe it?
Time seems to be flying by, which is why I wanted to take a moment to pause, reflect, and celebrate some wins – both big and small.
I'm a big believer in the power of acknowledging our accomplishments, no matter how big or sm...
The historical classification of Sjögren's syndrome into "primary" and "secondary" categories is outdated and misleading.
The evidence suggests that Sjögren's, whether it appears alone or with another autoimmune disease, is fundamentally the same condition.
The term "secondary" not only diminishes...
If you're living with Sjogren's disease, you're likely no stranger to the constellation of symptoms that come with it: the relentless fatigue, the sandpapery dryness, the achy joints. But have you ever considered that your gut health could be playing a significant role in these challenges?
As a phy...

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