Autoimmune conditions affect millions of people worldwide, with a growing number of individuals seeking trustworthy information, supportive communities, and tools to better understand and manage their health. We bring together a selection of reliable online resources – ranging from educational platforms and patient communities to expert-led blogs and evidence-based guides – to help you navigate diagnosis, treatment options, symptom management, and lifestyle approaches.
Disclaimer: The resources below are intended for education and support. They should complement – not replace – the advice of your healthcare professional.
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American College of Rheumatology
Trusted health and wellness information for patients and caregivers living with rheumatic diseases. It covers topics such as disease management, treatments, diet, exercise, and practical advice from rheumatology healthcare professionals.
Arthritis Foundation
One of the world’s leading arthritis charities, providing comprehensive information on symptoms, diagnosis, medications, exercise, pain management, nutrition, mental wellbeing, and everyday living.
Arthritis • Diet • Exercise • Pain Management • Emotional Wellbeing
Axial Spondyloarthritis
Dedicated information and support for people living with axial spondyloarthritis, helping patients and caregivers better understand diagnosis, treatment options, symptom management, and daily life.
Axial Spondyloarthritis • Patient Education Support
Autoimmune Association
A leading organisation dedicated to improving the lives of people affected by autoimmune diseases through education, advocacy, research and community support. The website provides resources on autoimmune conditions, diagnosis, treatment, clinical trials, patient support and ways to connect with others.
Autoimmune Families
A community and educational resource for families living with autoimmune disease, offering information on lifestyle, nutrition, gut health, stress management and functional medicine, alongside peer support and decision-making resources.
Autoimmune Wellness
A practical resource focused on the Autoimmune Protocol (AIP), offering recipes, meal plans, nutrition resources, podcasts and community support for people living with autoimmune disease. The site provides a useful archive of information on nutrition and lifestyle approaches.
Beyond Celiac
A nonprofit focused on improving the lives of people affected by celiac disease through research, education and advocacy. The website provides resources on symptoms, diagnosis, gluten-free living, clinical trials and the latest developments in coeliac disease research.
Blessed With MS
A personal, anonymous blog documenting experience of living with multiple sclerosis, offering honest reflections, practical insights, and encouragement.
Multiple Sclerosis • Personal Stories
Blum Center for Health
Dr Susan Blum combines conventional and functional medicine approaches, drawing on both clinical practice and her own experience living with autoimmune conditions including Hashimoto’s thyroiditis and inflammatory arthritis.
Autoimmune Disease • Arthritis • Hashimoto’s • Functional Medicine
Celiac Disease
Education, support and advocacy for people affected by coeliac disease, an autoimmune condition triggered by gluten. The website offers information on diagnosis, gluten-free living, research, nutrition, medical guidance and resources for families and healthcare professionals.
Dr Weston Childs
Educational articles focusing on thyroid disorders, hypothyroidism, Hashimoto’s disease, and hormone health.
Thyroid
Dr Will Cole
Articles covering autoimmune disease, gut health, inflammation, nutrition, stress management, and lifestyle strategies that may help support overall wellbeing.
Autoimmune Disease • Nutrition • Lifestyle
Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation
A major nonprofit focused on Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, providing evidence-based information, patient and caregiver resources, healthcare-professional education, research updates, and an IBD Help Center.
Creaky Joints
A patient-centred community providing education, support, advocacy and research resources. It offers practical guides, expert-informed health information, patient stories and opportunities to participate in patient-centred research.
Dr Jeffrey Dach
Extensive articles focusing on thyroid health, autoimmune thyroid disease, nutrition, and integrative approaches to supporting health.
Thyroid Disease • Hashimoto’s
Direct MS
A long-established charity providing science-based information, dietary guidance, and practical strategies for people affected by multiple sclerosis.
Multiple Sclerosis • Lifestyle
The Doctor’s Kitchen
Evidence-informed nutrition, healthy recipes, and lifestyle advice from Dr Rupy Aujla, with articles relevant to inflammation, arthritis, and thyroid health.
Doctor Yourself
An extensive archive of research articles exploring nutrition, vitamins, and orthomolecular approaches, including information relating to arthritis.
Arthritis • Nutrition Research
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Everyday Health
Consumer-friendly medical information covering autoimmune diseases, rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sclerosis, and practical advice for managing chronic conditions.
Arthritis • Rheumatoid Arthritis • Autoimmune Disease • Multiple Sclerosis
Global Autoimmune Institute
A science and medicine-based resource providing information about autoimmune diseases, research and treatment. It offers educational resources, expert-led articles, podcasts, webinars, research updates and practical support for people living with autoimmune disease and their families.
Goodbye Lupus
Dr Brooke Goldner shares nutrition-focused education based on her own experience with lupus, alongside educational resources discussing plant-based nutrition and autoimmune health.
Lupus • Nutrition • Autoimmune Disease
Green Med Info
A searchable database of scientific papers and health articles covering numerous autoimmune diseases, natural compounds, and emerging research.
Autoimmune Disease • Multiple Sclerosis • Research
Healthline
Evidence-reviewed articles explaining more than 80 autoimmune diseases, including symptoms, diagnosis, treatments, and lifestyle considerations.
Autoimmune Disease • Multiple Sclerosis • Psoriasis • Rheumatoid Arthritis • Arthritis
Healthwatch
Accessible educational information covering arthritis, multiple sclerosis, and related health conditions.
Wim Hof
Information about breathing exercises, cold exposure, and mindset training. While some people with autoimmune conditions report benefits, evidence is still evolving.
Patrick Holford
Articles exploring nutrition, supplements, and lifestyle approaches that may support joint health and reduce inflammation.
Arthritis • Multiple Sclerosis • Nutrition
Dr Mark Hyman
Articles, podcasts, and educational resources covering functional medicine, inflammation, autoimmune disease, nutrition, and healthy ageing.
Autoimmune Disease • Thyroid
IFM
An educational resource which provides patient and practitioner resources on hormone balance, including topics such as thyroid health, cortisol, stress, nutrition, and lifestyle.
ISOM
Educational resources on nutritional medicine, including vitamins, minerals, amino acids, thyroid disorders, and chronic disease.
Thyroid Health • Orthomolecular Medicine
Keep Healthy
Practical information explaining different forms of arthritis, symptoms, causes, and strategies that may help improve quality of life.
Arthritis
Chris Kresser
Articles exploring nutrition, gut health, functional medicine, and lifestyle approaches that may support people living with autoimmune disease.
Autoimmune Disease • Thyroid
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Dr Cynthia Li
Physician and author sharing insights from both clinical practice and personal experience of recovering from a disabling autoimmune illness through an integrative approach.
Autoimmune Disease • Integrative Medicine
Live Love Fruit
Lifestyle articles discussing nutrition, natural health, and research relating to autoimmune conditions and chronic inflammation.
Prof Valter Longo
Research into fasting-mimicking diets, longevity, and cellular regeneration, including studies exploring autoimmune diseases such as lupus.
Lupus • Nutrition Research
Lupus
Empowering people living with this chronic health condition and caregivers to take control of their lupus by providing a platform to learn, educate, and connect with peers and healthcare professionals.
Lupus Foundation
Evidence-based information including symptoms, diagnosis and treatment, alongside support services, health educators, research opportunities and patient communities.
Lupus UK
Charity supporting people living with lupus and their families. It provides reliable information about lupus, treatment, symptoms, and day-to-day management, while also offering support services, advocacy, and resources.
MNT
Evidence-based articles explaining symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and management of arthritis, gout, fibromyalgia, hypothyroidism, multiple sclerosis, and other autoimmune disorders.
Arthritis • Gout • Fibromyalgia • Hypothyroidism • Multiple Sclerosis
MS Australia
National organisation providing education, research updates, and support for people living with multiple sclerosis.
MS Focus
Provides information on symptoms, treatments, wellness, and daily living, along with practical resources and support programs.
MS Gym
Free Movement and exercise programmes specifically designed for people with multiple sclerosis, alongside educational resources and a supportive community. 100’s of positive stories and a FB community of 26K+ members.
Multiple Sclerosis
Empowering patients and caregivers to take control of their multiple sclerosis by providing a platform to learn, educate, and connect with peers and healthcare professionals.
Myasthenia-Gravis
Empowering patients and caregivers to take control of their myasthenia-gravis by providing a platform to learn, educate, and connect with peers and healthcare professionals.
MS Hope
Canadian charity providing free science-based educational resources and non-drug lifestyle strategies for people living with multiple sclerosis.
MS Society
Comprehensive information on symptoms, treatments, healthcare, support services, and living well with multiple sclerosis.
Myasthenia Gravis Foundation
Educational programmes, guidance, advocacy, and support for people affected by myasthenia gravis.
The Myositis Association
Supporting people affected by inflammatory muscle diseases such as dermatomyositis, polymyositis and inclusion body myositis. The organisation provides education, patient resources, research information and community support for people living with these rare autoimmune conditions.
NAHIS
Provides information about symptoms, diagnosis, thyroid hormone treatment, and different approaches to managing hypothyroidism, with an emphasis on helping patients better understand their condition and treatment options.
National Celiac Association
A nonprofit dedicated to supporting people with celiac disease and other gluten-related disorders. It provides educational resources on diagnosis, the gluten-free diet, nutrition, and everyday management, while also offering support and advocacy for patients and families.
National MS Society
Education and support on MS treatment, symptoms, employment, financial assistance, and everyday living.
Neuromyelitis-Optica
Empowering patients and caregivers to take control by providing a platform to learn, educate, and connect with peers and healthcare professionals to help understand neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD).
Dr Gemma Newman
Hover over ‘learn more’ for articles, podcasts and links to educational programmes including a free guide to the Paddison Program.
Arthritis • Nutrition • Lifestyle Medicine
NHS
Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) is a long-term condition in which the spine and other areas of the body become inflamed.
Arthritis • Coeliac Disease • Gout • Hyperthyroidism • Hypothyroidism • Lupus • Multiple Sclerosis • Myasthenia Gravis • Scleroderma
NIAMS
Evidence-based information on arthritis, autoimmune and rheumatic diseases, including rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, psoriatic arthritis, Sjögren’s disease, scleroderma and ankylosing spondylitis.
NIDDK
Evidence-based information about disorders affecting the body’s hormone-producing glands and endocrine system, such as thyroid disorders, adrenal insufficiency, Cushing’s syndrome, hyperparathyroidism, and other endocrine diseases, along with related research and health resources.
NRAS
A UK charity dedicated to supporting people living with rheumatoid arthritis and juvenile idiopathic arthritis. The organisation provides reliable information, education, helplines, peer support and resources to help people understand their condition and manage life with inflammatory arthritis.
Nutrition Facts Organisation
Evidence-based videos and articles reviewing published nutrition research.
Overcoming MS
One of the best-known lifestyle programmes for people with multiple sclerosis, combining evidence-based recommendations covering diet, exercise, stress management, vitamin D, and wellbeing.
Paddison Programme
Lifestyle education programme developed for people living with rheumatoid arthritis who wish to make evidence-informed lifestyle changes alongside their prescribed medical treatment.
PCRM
Research-based fact sheets explaining arthritis, inflammation, nutrition, and healthy lifestyle approaches supported by published scientific evidence.
Arthritis • Nutrition
Psoriatic Arthritis
Empowering people living with this chronic health condition and caregivers to take control by providing a platform to learn, educate, and connect with peers and healthcare professionals.
Rheum4us
Provides educational information and practical resources to help patients better understand their conditions, treatment options, and conversations with healthcare providers.
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Empowering patients and caregivers to take control by providing a platform to learn, educate, and connect with peers and healthcare professionals.
Rheumatoid Arthritis Support
Provides information on symptoms, diagnosis, treatment options, medications, lifestyle strategies, and practical tips for living with the condition.
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Spondylitis Association of America
Provides education, resources, and community support for people living with spondyloarthritis, including ankylosing spondylitis and psoriatic arthritis. It offers information on symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, finding rheumatologists, support groups, and patient stories.
Thyroid Eye Disease
Empowering patients and caregivers to take control of thyroid eye disease by providing a platform to learn, educate, and connect with peers and healthcare professionals.
American Thyroid Association
Patient-focused information about thyroid diseases and conditions. It covers topics such as hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, thyroid nodules and cancer, diagnosis, treatment, and thyroid health across different stages of life.
Versus Arthritis
One of the UK’s leading arthritis charities, offering trusted information on symptoms, diagnosis, treatments, exercise, pain management, healthy eating, and self-management.
Very Well Health
Reliable consumer health articles covering symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, medications, coping strategies, and living with autoimmune diseases.
Terry Wahls
Clinical professor of medicine and researcher whose work focuses on lifestyle interventions for multiple sclerosis, including diet, exercise, stress reduction, and ongoing clinical research. She’s also a patient with secondary progressive MS, which confined her to a tilt-recline wheelchair for 4 years. Dr. Wahls restored her health using a diet and lifestyle program.
Dr Weil
Articles discussing autoimmune disease, inflammation, nutrition, complementary medicine, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and healthy lifestyle approaches.
Autoimmune • Multiple Sclerosis Osteoarthritis• Rheumatoid Arthritis
Dr Izabella Wentz
Pharmacist and thyroid specialist providing extensive education on Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, nutrition, lifestyle factors, and autoimmune health.
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Our goal is to help people living with autoimmune conditions discover trustworthy information, understand current evidence, and find practical resources that support informed conversations with their healthcare team.