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ADDISON’S DISEASE NUTRITIONIST LONDON, HARLEY STREET & ONLINE
WHAT IS ADDISON’S DISEASE?
Addison’s disease, also known as primary adrenal insufficiency, is a rare but serious autoimmune disease of the adrenal glands. These glands, located above your kidneys, produce hormones that are vital to your body’s functioning, including cortisol and aldosterone. Addison’s disease occurs when the adrenal glands don’t produce enough of these hormones.
As a Nutritionist in London specialising in Addison’s disease, I understand the unique challenges faced by patients with this condition. The adrenal hormones play a crucial role in regulating metabolism, immune response, blood pressure, and other essential functions. Therefore, managing Addison’s disease requires a holistic approach.
My Approach
As a Nutritionist and Nutritional Therapist, when working with patients in my clinic in Harley Street, London, and online, I take a holistic approach. Rather than suppressing the symptoms, I work on finding the root cause of Addison’s Disease and restoring the balance using diet, supplements and lifestyle.
The gastrointestinal system, especially the gut, houses a significant portion of the immune system. Approximately 70% of the body’s immune cells are found in the gut-associated lymphoid tissue (GALT). This high concentration of immune cells in the gut is essential for monitoring and responding to potential threats from ingested microorganisms and antigens.
The interaction between the gut and the immune system is complex, involving a balance between protecting the body from harmful pathogens and tolerating beneficial substances.
Changes in this balance, such as disruptions in the gut microbiota or increased permeability of the intestinal lining, have been suggested to play a role in the development or exacerbation of autoimmune diseases.
My 5R Approach
REMOVE
Remove allergic/intolerant foods, parasites, bad bacteria, yeast. This may include an ‘elimination diet’ to find out what foods are causing the symptoms.
REPLACE
Replace digestive secretions, such as hydrochloric acid, digestive enzymes or bile salts, that are required for proper digestion and that may be compromised by diet, drugs, diseases, ageing, and other factors.
REINOCULATE
Populate your gut with probiotics and prebiotics.
REPAIR
Help the lining of the gut repair itself by supplying the key nutrients.
REBALANCE
Address the lifestyle factors that may affect your gut function.
WORKING WITH A NUTRITIONIST
Working with a Nutritionist can be transformative if you suffer from Addison’s Disease and are facing challenges. If yo are dealing with symptoms despite your best efforts, it may be time to seek professional help. You can work with your Nutritionist to create a personalised nutrition plan, identify nutrient deficiencies, and address any other underlying medical issues that might be adversely affecting your well-being.
Your Nutritionist can work with you to develop a personalised nutrition plan that is catered to your unique needs and goals. The Nutritionist can also offer recommendations on the best supplements to take and lifestyle choices, like getting enough sleep and managing your stress.
Book an appointment today if you feel like you need more assistance or direction to reach your goals.
Online consultation with a Nutritionist is available for clients who live outside the London area or who are unable to come to my London office. You can enjoy the online consultation from the comfort of your home or office and you will be given the same level of personal attention and care that you would experience coming to see the Nutritionist in person.
Managing Addison’s Disease can be challenging, but with the right nutrition plan and support, you can live a healthy and fulfilling life. At our practice, we are dedicated to providing you with the tools and guidance you need to manage your condition effectively. Whether you prefer in-person consultations in London or the convenience of online sessions, we are here to help you every step of the way. Reach out to us today and take the first step towards a healthier, happier you.
WHAT TO LOOK FOR?
SYMPTOMS OF ADDISON’S DISEASE:
- Fatigue and Weakness: Persistent tiredness and muscle weakness are hallmark signs.
- Weight Loss and Decreased Appetite: Unintended weight loss and a lack of appetite are common.
- Hyperpigmentation: Darkening of the skin, particularly on scars, knuckles, elbows, and knees.
- Low Blood Pressure: Leading to dizziness or fainting, especially when standing up.
- Salt Cravings: Due to low aldosterone levels affecting the balance of sodium and potassium in the body.
- Low Blood Sugar Levels: Resulting in symptoms like shakiness, sweating, and confusion.
- Nausea, Vomiting, and Diarrhoea: Gastrointestinal symptoms can be prominent.
- Mood Swings and Depression: Changes in mood and even depression are not uncommon.
- Muscle and Joint Pain: Chronic pain in muscles and joints can occur.
ABOUT MILENA KALER
Milena Kaler is a is a qualified London Nutritionist, autoimmune disease, digestive health, as well as stubborn weight loss (including PCOS, Hashimoto’s thyroiditis and hypothyroidism) and sports nutrition specialist. She is trained in the principles of Functional Medicine and practices from her clinic in Central London, Harley Street, as well as providing online consultations.
Milena has helped thousands of people to lose weight and keep it off. Scientific and holistic in approach Milena looks at all aspects of a client’s health. She embraces a systems-oriented approach aiming to get to the root cause of health and weight issues instead of simply focusing on the symptoms.
Milena’s expertise has been sought by celebrities, and she has been featured as a nutrition expert in reputable magazines including Women’s Health, Elle, Harper’s Bazaar, GQ, Cosmopolitan, Glamour, Women’s Fitness, Peak Brain Training, and Metro.
As a full member of the British Association for Applied Nutrition and Nutritional Therapy (BANT), and the Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council (CNHC), the only register for Nutritional Therapy recognised by the government and NHS, Milena is committed to upholding their strict Code of Ethics. Additionally, Milena is a member of the Primary Care Society for Gastroenterology (PCSG).
Milena sees patients with chronic health conditions, as well as clients looking for support to optimise their health. Some of the areas Milena can help with include: weight loss, digestive, and hormonal health.
Milena sees every person as an individual with different problems and different goals. She takes time to listen to her clients’ specific concerns to develop customised nutrition and lifestyle plans, based on laboratory test results. Having overcome her own chronic health and weight loss issues, Milena really understands how it is to feel overwhelmed by poor health and can relate to her clients when they first come to see her.
CLINICS
Addison’s Disease Nutrition Consultations in Harley Street, Central London and Online
Addison’s Disease Nutritionist in Harley Street, Central London W1
10 Harley Street
London
W1G 9PF
Addison’s Disease Nutritionist in Teddington, South West London TW11
Orange Tree Clinic
23A Broad Street
Teddington
London
TW11 8QZ
An online consultation is available for clients who live outside the London area or who are unable to come to my office in Harley Street, Central London.