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]
The Elimination Diet- healthy weight, healthy body, healthy life!
One of the most important components of my health journey has been the elimination diet. Specifically, The Myers Way Comprehensive Elimination Diet. No, it isn’t a diet to lose weight although that may well happen. The elimination diet is a dedicated process of eliminating foods and re-introducing the foods back into your diet so that… [Read More]
10 Steps to Wellness
I developed this 10 Steps to Wellness as a template for my wellness coaching. You can see that essential oils top the list. As a psychotherapist turned coach, and now as an essential oils educator and aromatherapist, I needed to create a visual for myself and my clients that reflects a wellness lifestyle. And I… [Read More]
Are you willing to take a few simple steps to support optimal health?
I’m all about finding ways to enhance each day, no matter what life brings—chronic illness, disability, or just the everyday stressors that can drain our vitality. Wellness, for me, isn’t about chasing perfection. It’s about creating quality of life, fostering resilience, and honoring our whole selves in the process to support optimal health. The Audio… [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]
