raise cholesterol levels in the body which can increase your risk for a lupus flare. Hidden trans fats and steroids in foods like packaged sweets and goods can increase your appetite and cause you to gain weight, so it’s important to watch what you eat. Try incorporating natural foods such as raw vegetables, multi-grains, and fruit.
Alfalfa and Garlic
Although it may contain a wealth of nutrition including iron, calcium, and vitamins, alfalfa and garlic are two foods that shouldn’t be consumed if you have lupus. The alfalfa sprouts contain an amino acid called L-canavanine, and garlic contains allicin, ajoene, and thiosulfinates, which can send your immune system into overdrive and flare up your lupus symptoms severely. Lupus patients who’ve eaten alfalfa have reacted with muscle pain and fatigue, and their doctors have noted changes in their blood test results too.
If you’re vegetarian or vegan, watch out especially for these two staples that are quite often used in veggie patties, meatless substitutes, and vegetable salads.
Nightshade Vegetables
It’s been noted that some people with lupus find that they’re sensitive to nightshade vegetables as well. Popular veggies include potatoes, tomatoes, peppers, eggplant, tomatillos, goji berries, garden huckleberries, ground cherries, and cap gooseberries.
Helpful Tip! Try writing down what you eat in a day. Pay attention and write how you feel 20 minutes after every meal. Then, start to eliminate foods that cause your flare-ups and report them to your doctor to find out more information.
Alcohol
Many like to enjoy a glass of red wine or beer every now and then, but