We at Bock Integrative Medicine make a considerable effort to detect and eliminate triggers in individuals with autoimmune conditions. One of the growing problems we are seeing is the role of microorganisms that serve as triggers of autoimmunity.
Detoxification requires a good deal of energy. Unfortunately, the accumulation of toxins can damage the mitochondria that provide that energy for our cells, and this can initiate a downward cycle, so many individuals need assistance to support detoxification.