How Autoimmune Disease Overlaps Other Illnesses
As I type this, I’m on my second cup of hot tea to soothe a sore throat and cut through the yuck of having a cold. Last week I felt so poorly, that I went to the doctor to get... Continue reading →
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10 Ways I Manage Autoimmune Disease Without DMARDs or Biologics
Daily awareness matters when you’re managing autoimmune disease. Last week, one of my sisters told me she was chatting with a friend and telling her about all the ways I manage autoimmunity and make the best of each day. It... Continue reading →
How Summer Heat Affects Autoimmune Disease (A Patient Perspective)
Recently, we experienced a triple-digit heat wave in Iowa. It’s summer! So, this isn’t uncommon, but when you’re managing autoimmune disease, the hot weather just seems to feel… even hotter. So, I had to do a little research. Do the... Continue reading →
Update: One Year After Starting Lyme Disease Treatments
As I write this blog post, rain taps against my office window. The soaked ground from the last few rains has turned the fallen fall leaves into soggy, slippery patches under my feet during morning walks. The days are warm-ish... Continue reading →
Pausing to Celebrate My Healing Health Achievements
I just can’t believe how much you’ve been doing lately! Right? After a friend reflected on my new level of activity, I paused to noticed how the slow journey of healing has truly amplified my energy levels, physical abilities and... Continue reading →
Update: 8 months of Holistic Treatments, Ready for Maintenance Mode?
I’ve documented my health journey online since the summer of 2010. I’ve shared about various treatment modalities, medications, supplements, lifestyle changes, dietary changes and so much more. For the past eight months, I’ve taken a new-to-me holistic approach. I’m Trying... Continue reading →