Nearly 20 years ago I spent a year chasing doctors trying to figure out what was wrong with me. I was in and out of the hospital several times, had every test known to humankind, and 12 months later, diagnosis in hand, I set out to discover a more holistic way to manage my health…. [Read More]
Beware of MSG in Restaurants!
I always pack my healthy snack bars, a boiled egg, a banana, GMO-free tortilla chips, organic carrots, almonds… and when I go out to eat I don’t expect that the restaurant will always have my ideal meal. I am on a rather restricted auto-immune diet that is gluten-free, nightshade-free, soy-free, sugar-free, cow dairy-free… but usually… [Read More]
Supporting the Lymphatic System with Massage and Wellness
I have blogged about Lymphedema before. I blogged specifically about Manual Lymphatic Drainage. Manual Lymphatic Drainage is a type of gentle massage that helps the lymphatic fluids drain properly. I receive an MLD massage at least monthly, and more often if needed- particularly after I travel by plane. And I eat foods that are natural diuretics… [Read More]
Supporting my mind, body and spirit
I thought I would share what I do to support my respiratory, digestive and lymphatic system! I embrace eating healthy and using supplements that support my health and well-being! Finding the right food for the body is key to supporting my autoimmune system and help me manage sarcoidosis and primary lymphedema. This is what is… [Read More]
