00:00Can being a bitch ward off autoimmune disease, or even cure it?
00:03My name's Mackenzie Beard, I'm a wellness reporter with The Post,
00:06and my latest story explores that very question.
00:09And the answer? Kind of.
00:11On social media, women are sharing stories of years spent people-pleasing,
00:15avoiding conflict, and putting others' needs before their own, only to later fall ill.
00:20Some have even claimed that their symptoms dramatically improved
00:23once they started making lifestyle changes, including becoming more assertive.
00:27Experts told me there's a kernel of truth behind this viral phrase.
00:31Constantly suppressing your emotions can lead to chronic stress,
00:33which can drive up inflammation and cortisol levels in your body.
00:37Over time, that can put a strain on your immune system,
00:40and if you're already predisposed to an autoimmune condition,
00:43like from genetics or environmental factors, it can trigger symptoms and make them worse.
00:48Experts told me that shifting your lifestyle so that you're setting boundaries,
00:51advocating for yourself, and prioritizing your own needs,
00:54can reduce that nervous system stress.
00:55And, when paired with changes to things like diet, lifestyle,
00:59and maybe even medication or another helpful tool,
01:02you might see your symptoms improve.
01:04So take this as your permission to be a little bit of a bitch.
01:07It might just be good for your health.
01:09Let's go.
01:09Let's go.
01:09Let's go.
01:10Let's go.
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