Rheumatoid Arthritis
Gabriel treats RA as systemic autoimmune condition rooted in gut dysfunction and inflammation, not isolated joint disease.
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Gabriel's Approach
Gabriel treats RA as systemic autoimmune condition rooted in gut dysfunction and inflammation, not isolated joint disease. Protocol: 1) Heal gut (critical—gut-joint axis), 2) Identify and eliminate food triggers (gluten, dairy, nightshades), 3) Address infections (EBV, oral bacteria), 4) Reduce systemic inflammation, 5) Support immune modulation, 6) Optimize nutrients (omega-3, vitamin D critical), 7) Detoxification, 8) Regenerative joint therapies (PRP, stem cells, peptides). Goal: achieve remission without immunosuppressive drugs.
Root Causes
Why Conventional Fails
DMARDs (disease-modifying drugs): Methotrexate (first-line), Plaquenil, Sulfasalazine; Biologics (TNF inhibitors: Humira, Enbrel, Remicade; IL-6 inhibitors, JAK inhibitors); Corticosteroids (prednisone); NSAIDs (pain/inflammation); Physical therapy, joint replacement (severe damage).
Immunosuppressants don't address root cause (gut dysfunction, infections, food sensitivities—just suppress immune response), Methotrexate: significant side effects (liver damage, GI upset, hair loss, depletes folate, teratogenic), increased infection risk with all immunosuppressants, biologics extremely expensive ($20,000-60,000/year), increased cancer risk (long-term immunosuppression), doesn't investigate or heal gut, doesn't eliminate food triggers, minimal nutritional intervention, drugs required lifelong (symptoms return if stopped because root cause not addressed).
Your Complete Protocol
A comprehensive, tiered approach combining supplements, herbs, and advanced therapies
Your Protocol for Rheumatoid Arthritis
Choose the level that's right for your healing journey
Essential Protocol
What's Included
- Omega-3 (EPA) 2-4 g/day (anti-inflammatory; talk to your doctor if on blood thinners or if you have AFib)
- Curcumin 1-2g 3x/day (rare liver injury; stop if dark urine or yellow eyes; not with gallstones or liver disease)
- Boswellia 1000mg 2x/day
- Ginger 2g/day
- Turmeric (Jiang Huang): Powerfully reduces joint inflammation and autoimmune activity
- Boswellia (Ru Xiang): Reduces joint pain and inflammation in autoimmune arthritis
Available through Gabriel
Practitioner-Grade Protocol
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What's Included
- Cal-Ma Plus: Calcium and magnesium balance for severe deficiency and arthritis
- Ostrophin PMG: Bone tissue support with protomorphogens for healthy bone structure and density
- Ligaplex I: Acute ligament and tendon repair formula
- Clematis and Stephania Formula (Shu Jing Huo Xue Tang): Dispels wind-damp and moves blood to relieve joint pain; only from a supplier that tests every lot free of aristolochic acid, and not with kidney disease
- Stephania and Astragalus Formula (Fang Ji Huang Qi Tang): Drains dampness from joints while strengthening immunity; only from a supplier that tests every lot free of aristolochic acid, and not with kidney disease
Whole food supplements by Standard Process
Recommended Treatments Near You
In-person therapies that complement your protocol
Infrared Sauna
$30-75 per session
Deep-penetrating infrared heat promotes detoxification, pain relief, and circulation at the cellular level.
The Cryo Studio
West Hollywood • Sunset Strip
First session free with any package
Pause Float Studio
Culver City • Arts District
HigherDOSE
West Hollywood • Melrose
$15 off infrared sauna session
Cryotherapy
$40-85 per session
Whole-body cold exposure reduces inflammation, boosts recovery, and activates your body's natural healing response.
The Cryo Studio
West Hollywood • Sunset Strip
First session free with any package
Next Health
West Hollywood • Robertson
10% off all services with Gabriel
Recommended Supplements
Key Lab Markers
Dietary Guidance
Autoimmune Protocol (AIP) diet: eliminate gluten, dairy, grains, legumes, nightshades (tomatoes, peppers, eggplant, potatoes—common triggers), eggs, nuts, seeds for 30-90 days; Anti-inflammatory diet: high omega-3, abundant vegetables (except nightshades initially), bone broth, fermented foods, turmeric/ginger daily, organic; Eliminate sugar, processed foods, seed oils; Identify personal triggers via systematic reintroduction.
Lifestyle Factors
QUIT SMOKING (major risk factor—doubles RA risk, worsens progression), gentle exercise (swimming, walking, yoga—maintains joint function without damage), stress management (stress triggers flares), adequate sleep (7-9 hours), avoid chronic infections (dental health critical—Porphyromonas gingivalis linked to RA), cold/heat therapy, maintain healthy weight (reduces joint stress), physical therapy, social support, emotional health.
Recommended Treatments
Stem Cell Therapy
Cell-based injections to support tissue repair
Ozone Therapy
Medical-grade ozone used in integrative care
PEMF (Pulsed Electromagnetic Field) Therapy
Pulsed magnetic fields to support healing and recovery
Infrared Sauna Therapy
Gentle radiant heat for recovery and relaxation
IV Nutrient Therapy
Vitamins, minerals and fluids by IV drip
Peptide Therapy
Targeted signaling molecules for repair and recovery
Mind, Body & Spirit
Evidence-based practices that complement physical treatment protocols
Mind
Mindfulness for Chronic Pain
strongMBSR reduces RA pain, inflammation markers, and improves quality of life.
Body
Gentle Yoga
strongModified practice improves flexibility, reduces pain, maintains joint function.
Tai Chi
moderateGentle movement proven to improve RA symptoms and physical function.
Spirit
Emotional Expression
moderateProcessing emotions and reducing stress that triggers autoimmune flares.
Support Groups
strongConnection with others living with RA reduces isolation and improves coping.
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Foods That Help
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Supplements + Chinese herbal medicine
Cal-Ma Plus + TCM
Standard Process + advanced peptide therapy
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