Happy Friday! It's time for another episode of Fitness Friday. This time, taking on the health supplements that help fight inflammation and are particularly useful for those suffering from an autoimmune disease! When I was diagnosed with my first autoimmune disease about 5 years ago, I made it my mission to learn what that meant, what possible natural remedies could support my body in regaining … [Read more...]
Guest Post Day! Hip Hip Hooray!
Today is a very exciting day for me - because today, a blog post I wrote for a sister blog months ago is going live! That's right. Awhile back, I submitted a blog post on my Top Natural Cold & Flu Season Remedies for an awesome mom blog called, "Imperfectly Perfect Mama". Yup, you guessed it - today that blog post is up! You can find it here. So, while I'd love to keep you around a bit … [Read more...]
How To Make Superfood Smoothies to Help Reduce Inflammation
Welcome back to Fitness Friday! I took a commercial break last week to share a fun gift guide: 12 Gifts Under $20 For Her, but I'm excited to be back with a topic I am super crazy about! SMOOTHIES! Specifically, SUPERFOOD smoothies! Why Superfood Smoothies? Smoothies are an incredible way to pack a ton of nutrients you should be eating into one frothy, delicious, meal in a cup. The difference … [Read more...]
5 Natural Remedies to Help With Insomnia
'Tis the season ... for all sorts of things. From the magical holiday moments to the stress and anxiety that can come with everything that those moments require. So, for many people struggling with insomnia, this time of year can be especially difficult. Take it from someone who knows - and who often lays in bed and JUST. WANTS. TO. GO. TO. SLEEEEEEEEEEP. But you can't sleep, so you just … [Read more...]
Fitness Friday: How To Start a Pilates or Yoga Practice… When You Have an Autoimmune Disease
Starting a new exercise program is a whole different ballgame when you're struggling with chronic pain, chronic illness, and/or an autoimmune disease. I know, because I've started many exercise programs over the years - both before and after being diagnosed with two autoimmune diseases. Ah, I can still remember the good ol' days of weight lifting and working out hard with trainers when I … [Read more...]
Fitness Friday: How To Lose Weight When You Have An Autoimmune Disease
Welcome to the first Fitness Fridays post! I'm trying something new with this column, because I have a unique fitness journey (we all do!) and I am meeting more and more people who are experiencing some of the things I have. So, today, we are talking about how to lose weight when you have an autoimmune disease. Quick Fact: Approximately 700 million people worldwide are suffering from an … [Read more...]
