Samantha's conversation with a Nutritionist
The first episode of Samantha's recently launched 'Take 20' health podcast is out. In this podcast, Samantha releases a conversation with renowned nutritionist Alkesh. Samantha started this health podcast to share her experiences recovering from myositis and to educate people about myositis and various diseases. Samantha says that she has done a lot of research and is providing this content with expert advice and suggestions. In the latest episode, Samantha asks nutritionist Alkesh a lot of questions and gets answers.
Samantha: Tell me about Autoimmunity..
Alkesh: Many people think this is a disease. But that is wrong. Our body has an innate immune system that fights disease. Autoimmunity is when this system attacks our body. But this is a problem that comes up only in very special cases.
Samantha: Autoimmunity problem is more common in people suffering from diabetes, cancer and heart disease. why
Alkesh: Food, air, clothes, cosmetics...anything can affect it. Mainly because of modern lifestyle.
Samantha: Like me, many people think that even though I eat good food and am very healthy, I don't get diseases. Now I feel guilty for thinking that. I used to get up early and do workouts, eat healthy food and smile comfortably.. But I got sick. Is it stress?
Alkesh: Autoimmune is caused by severe stress and dietary habits. The body needs good sleep to overcome stress. The effect of not sleeping properly may not be visible temporarily but it definitely affects our body in the long run.