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 →

Dear Steve(n Johnson Syndrome)

by Angela Tague // September 25, 2018 // No Comments

Dear Steve, When you casually drifted into my life ten years ago, I thought you were a jerk. Steven Johnson Syndrome (SJS) isn’t exactly known as a welcome visitor. You’re a thief of wellness. But, I won’t share my energy or... Continue reading →

Expressive Writing Eases Pain

by Angela Tague // August 21, 2018 // No Comments

Over the weekend, I stumbled upon an article from the Arthritis Foundation about the benefits of expressive writing. The piece explains that working through your feelings of living with chronic illness can help reduce physical and emotional stress, leading to... Continue reading →

I Tried a Lymphatic Drainage Massage

by Angela Tague // August 7, 2018 // 2 Comments

Got inflammation? As an #RAWarrior, I’m no stranger to muffin-top ankles and marshmallow knees. Hey, if you’re gonna manage a chronic inflammatory form of arthritis every single day, you might as well make fun of it sometimes. I’m all about... Continue reading →

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Learning Your Limits

by Angela Tague // September 5, 2017 // No Comments

It’s hard to accept limitations. We’re often taught to push forward, try harder and do more. Be productive. Just go for it! I’m one of those people who thrives in a class structure lead by a motivational instructor, surrounded by... Continue reading →

I Can’t Go Today

by Angela Tague // March 14, 2017 // 2 Comments

I wrote this post a few months ago, as a rheumatoid arthritis flare was revving up. I could feel my body shutting down and frustration rising. I chose not to publish it because it felt too whiney. I didn’t want... Continue reading →