The Autoimmune RESET
VJ Hamilton is a nutritionist, scientist, and autoimmune disease expert who founded The Autoimmunity Nutritionist Clinic, a Nutritional Therapy and Functional Medicine clinic specialising in autoimmune disease.
VJ combines her lived experience overcoming autoimmune disease symptoms with her knowledge of nutrition, health, biochemistry, and immunology to provide you with the most up-to-date research on autoimmune disease.
The Autoimmune RESET aims to provide you with the education and resources to empower you to take steps to transform your health and feel better than ever.
In each episode, VJ will share simple ways to uplevel your diet and lifestyle, key learnings from her own journey reversing autoimmune disease, and inspirational stories from those who have reset their autoimmune symptoms and are now thriving in life.
Health practitioners, mind and body experts, and scientists will be joining VJ as guests on the show, as well as those who have inspirational stories to share and are now thriving in everyday life!
And don't miss the short episodes every Friday, The Friday 5, in which VJ shares five healthy must-haves for you to explore over the weekend.
The Autoimmune RESET
Can Low Testosterone Lead to Autoimmune Diseases?
In this episode of The Autoimmune RESET, VJ explores the often-overlooked connection between testosterone and autoimmune disease. You’ll learn how low testosterone levels can impact immune function, contributing to symptoms like fatigue, inflammation, and even hair loss.
VJ dives deep into key mechanisms, including the role of aromatase, free testosterone, DHT (dihydrotestosterone), and SHBG (sex hormone-binding globulin), and how these influence autoimmune conditions. VJ also discusses the impact of stress and the Cortisol Awakening Response (CAR) on hormone regulation, revealing how cortisol imbalances can further lower testosterone.
Backed by scientific research, we break down practical strategies to improve testosterone naturally—from optimizing diet and exercise to managing stress and blood sugar. Whether you’re dealing with autoimmune symptoms or just want to learn more about hormone health, this episode provides essential insights into boosting testosterone and improving overall well-being.
Tune in and discover actionable steps you can take today to support your hormone balance and immune health!
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