If you have an autoimmune disease or invisible illness, I’d put money on it that you also have waves of stomach pain and digestive issues. I, literally, feel your pain. In fact, mine have gotten so bad over the years,…
8 Delicious Golden Milk Recipes to Reduce Inflammation!
Are you drinking turmeric yet? Maybe you should be. The health benefits of turmeric are pretty incredible, especially if you are struggling with any kind of health condition from inflammation, such as an autoimmune disease. I know for me, my…
Why I Started Working With a Naturopathic Doctor – Part 1
I am no stranger to trying anything to heal my body from the inside out. I’ve love to get off my medication for Lupus and Sjogren’s 100% and I won’t stop fighting for my health, even if that day never…
4 Reasons Why You Should Dry Brush Your Face!
It was years ago when I first read about the benefits of dry brushing, including magical results such as reduced cellulite, improved lymphatic drainage, and glowing skin. Just to be clear – anything that can offer me those three things, I am…
Get Relief: Natural Remedies for Dry Mouth from Sjogren’s & Other Autoimmune Diseases!
It takes a little while to adjust to a mouth so dry it feels like you’ve been hiking in the Sahara with no water. I think the first reaction most of us have to the increasing mouth dryness associated with…
Free “Seize the Day” Daily Planner Printable for Spoonies!
I love being organized, writing lists, and filling in planners. But, when my health started taking a turn – something about staring at all those blank boxes and lines was just a bit … sad. I missed how busy I…
43 Easy Self-Care Ideas for Spoonies!
When you have limited energy and a long list of people to take care – it makes sense that self-care is going to fall way down – or off – that list. I’ve been there. But, the problem with that…
25 Easy At Home Date Night Ideas!
The Value of an At Home Date Night: I know they say you need to keep dating your partner, but when you’re in chronic pain or the throes of a Lupus flare, it seems impossible to get dolled up to…
Get Relief: 10 Must-Have Dry Eye Remedies for Sjogren’s & Other Autoimmune Diseases!
How To Treat Dry Eyes from Sjogren’s: I felt the symptoms of Sjogren’s Syndrome long before I was given a diagnosis: the dry eyes like sandpaper, the feeling of your eyelids like tight rubber bands as they roughly closed and…
45 Encouraging Quotes For Those Living With Chronic Illness
I’m a huge fan of quotes. Maybe it’s the former English teacher in me – but I love finding a powerful, memorable line I can remember, share, and refer back to whenever I need it. I even own a few…