How to Be Supportive of Someone with Autoimmune Disease: Tips for Friends, Family & Caregivers

by Angela Tague // June 7, 2022 // No Comments

Every so often someone close to me asks, “How can I be supportive?”. It’s always music to my ears and a chance to tell them the truth behind managing a chronic illness that affects everything in life. So, here we... Continue reading →

12 Years Into a Celiac Disease Diagnosis: Managing New Symptoms

by Angela Tague // June 1, 2021 // 2 Comments

Last Friday I woke up to numb fingertips. Then, the tingly sensation spread over my hands, leaving me unable to maneuver much of anything, including my keyboard. I called my doctor and was in her office within an hour. We... Continue reading →

I Need Sugar! 7 Snacks I Keep on Hand as a Hypoglycemic with Celiac Disease

by Angela Tague // July 16, 2019 // No Comments

Every three to four hours — if I don’t eat a meal or snack — my vision blurs, I begin to stumble and sweat beads up on my face. I’m hypoglycemic. This means my blood sugars tend to stay low,... Continue reading →

How I Survived an All-Day Music Festival with Dietary Restrictions

by Angela Tague // May 28, 2019 // No Comments

Picture this. You learn that several bands you adore will play an outdoor venue and the radio station hosting the festival is offering advance purchase tickets for less than $10 bucks each! Your inner audiophile snatches them up without a... Continue reading →

How I Eat to Manage Rheumatoid Arthritis, Celiac Disease and Eczema

by Angela Tague // December 4, 2018 // 2 Comments

When you’re juggling multiple autoimmune conditions naturally, nutrition becomes a focal point of your days. Over the years as I’ve collected new diagnoses each doctor has touched on dietary changes that will help me feel better. So, I thought today... Continue reading →

4 Places Gluten Hides in Holiday Meals

by Angela Tague // November 13, 2018 // No Comments

There’s nothing better than gathering around the table at the holidays. Time with loved ones, sharing gratitude and an indulgent meal complete with pie await! Then, reality sinks in. You can’t eat some of your old favorite holiday dishes if... Continue reading →