When Our Own Bodies Attack

Healthy Living Daily Newsletter  |  January 14, 2015

Today's Top Story When Our Own Bodies Attack Jude Smith is one of the younger veterans of a battle more Americans are waging against their immune systems. He has a rare autoimmune disease that causes his body to attack platelets. Watch the video to find out more.  » Featured Article Talking to Your Child About Weight Weight and diet can be sensitive topics to talk about at any age, but they shouldn't be ignored if you're concerned. Dr. Sanjay Gupta reports.  » Today's Recipe Tomatillo Gazpacho One of the most interesting parts of this moutwatering recipe is not the gazpacho itself — though it is delicious — but the shrimp salad that tops it. The shrimp salad is made with a refreshing mix of cucumber, avocado, shrimp, olives, and scallions. Get the recipe!  » Ask the Expert Itchy Skin Due to Old Age? Can getting older lead to itchy, dry skin? What can be done about it? See Dr. Robert N. Butler's answer  » Message from our Partners Managing Your Type 2 Diabetes How well are you managing your type 2 diabetes? Get a FREE guide book to help you make healthy lifestyle changes. Get your guide book today. » Everyday Solutions 9 Foods to Avoid With Hypothyroidism When you have hypothyroidism, what you eat can affect your thyroid gland as well as your body’s ability to absorb thyroid hormone. Avoid these foods for hypothyroidism management. Connect with Everyday Health