Do you find your anxiety hitting a fever pitch?  For so many of us, the uncertainty of everything happening with this worldwide pandemic is challenging. We are worried about our physical health and fears surrounding Covid-19 can take a toll on our emotional health.  But, there are actionable things we can do to stay safe and healthy. According to the World Health Organization and the Centers for Disease Control, we can stay home, wash our hands frequently, avoid touching your face, and if we must go out to take care of necessities like grocery shopping or going to the doctor, we can practice ..read more

The Coronavirus Pandemic (Covid-19) has disrupted our daily lives in a major way. You cannot turn on the television or check social media without an onslaught of coverage of the virus. If you are like me and are considered “high-risk” due to both underlying health conditions and for being immunosuppressed, you have likely been urged by your doctor to take additional precautions to protect yourself from exposure to the Coronavirus. When I feel nervous or unsure about things, I find that having a plan of action gives me a better sense of control. Therefore, I have read everything I can g ..read more

If you suffer from Plantar Fasciitis or any other type of foot pain, you know the struggle is real when it comes to finding cute and comfortable shoes. I have suffered from Plantar Fasciitis for several years now. Because of that, I have had to say goodbye to my standard and classic pointy toe heel and transition to the tried and true “comfort shoe”. BUT, I am still a self-described fashionista! The older I get, the more I appreciate the feeling I get from looking my best and putting my best ‘foot’ forward when it comes to my appearance. And, let me tell you, this isn’t always the easiest ..read more

I have generally been a positive person my entire life.  Hell, even my blood type is B+! But, with my Autoimmune Disease and the loss of energy, mobility, and active lifestyle, I have to dig much deeper to avoid falling into the depths of despair (or the Pit of Dispair – if you are a Princess Bride fan)!   Did you know that positivity is a skill that can be learned?  Like a muscle that can be trained, a positive attitude can be grown with practice.  Isn’t that great news?  Staying positive doesn’t mean you have to be happy all the time. It means, that even on hard days, you know better days ar ..read more

No matter what Chronic Illness you have, general discomfort seems to be a consistent part of the equation and it’s time to make self-care a priority.  I personally suffer from three Autoimmune Diseases: PCOS, Scalp Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis. Along with that, I endure chronic fatigue, chronic pain, and chronic migraines.  It’s super fun, can you relate? It is easy to spin our wheels going from doctor appointment to doctor appointment, making sure we have all our meds and making the best dietary and lifestyle choices to achieve optimal health.  I did this for the first year of my P ..read more

If you or someone you love is dealing with Chronic Illness, you will love this gift guide with over 20 fabulous items to choose from! There is nothing better than finding the perfect gift that is both thoughtful and useful. This comprehensive guide includes items I either have received myself or would absolutely be thrilled to receive as a gift. They range from super practical to indulgent comfort! And, this gift guide includes things to make anyone with Chronic Illness feel better or make life easier. Who wouldn’t appreciate that? Save this gift guide so when it’s time, you can gi ..read more

If you are like me and have made the ginormous decision to try out The Autoimmune Protocol diet (AIP), congratulations!  You are on you way to a healthier, less inflamed version of yourself!  But, let’s be honest…this protocol can be very labor intensive.  Practically every meal has to be prepared from scratch and planning is crucial to success on the plan.  It can be overwhelming at times.  So, in order to stay the course, I found it necessary to have some handy AIP snacks that could fulfill cravings and/or hunger in a pinch!  I especially found this critical during the first few weeks.  So ..read more

Psoriatic Arthritis is an inflammatory autoimmune disease that causes pain and stiffness in joints.  It affects 1 in 4 people who already have psoriasis – a skin condition highlighted by red scaly patches.  Despite the fact that I had been diagnosed with scalp psoriasis in my early twenties, I had no idea I was at risk of developing Psoriatic Arthritis.  I was raised with the, “play through the pain” and just “suck it up” mentality.  So, I spent 5 years prior to my diagnosis rationalizing all the symptoms I was having. From the extreme morning stiffness to the debilitating pain I h ..read more

When I was first diagnosed with Psoriatic Arthritis, I felt an incredible amount of grief and confusion. I wondered how this could have happened and why it happened to me. So, I responded in the way I always do when faced with a challenge…I dug in an began to research my illness! What I found, was a surprising amount of information and a refreshing amount of hope that I could get better. And, more importantly, I realized I myself, could do a great deal to manage my symptoms. Enter, Chronic Illness books! I must admit, it was pretty crazy for me to reflect on all of the autoimmune ..read more

The Autoimmune Protocol, also known as “Autoimmune Paleo” or “AIP”, is a science-based elimination diet with the goal of reducing inflammation and lessening or even eliminating the symptoms of Autoimmune disorders. The Autoimmune Protocol is not for the faint of heart. So, if you have decided it’s time to take your healing more seriously and are going to take on this lifestyle, you have my full and total respect.  This protocol takes time, commitment and all the willpower you can muster. The good news is, the tough part is really the first two weeks and the results are truly incredible for ..read more