I struggle with Sjogren Syndrome and dry eyes are a constant challenge. I thought extreme thirst and dry mouth were annoying… wait until you have to deal with severe dry eyes. It ain’t no walk in the park. Dry eyes may sound like a small enough problem to have, but it’s not, and it can affect your life in ways…
I tried the Wahls diet and here’s what happened
I never realized how much food had an impact on me until I started the Wahls diet, and it completely transformed my life. Perhaps you’ve heard of the Wahls diet (actually called The Wahls Protocol), and are curious to know more about what this diet is and if the Wahls protocol actually works. I have rheumatoid arthritis but, according to…
How Do You Quit A Job You Love?
Recently, I’ve been faced with the difficult decision of quitting (or not) a job I absolutely loved. I loved everything about it, except maybe the pay. But I liked the job so much! There, I felt happy and fulfilled and it allowed me enough space to work on other stuff I loved so, I didn’t mind the meager pay too…
Your First Colonoscopy Prep: What to Expect and Other Fun Stuff
Today’s tale might be TMI for some but for others, say the lucky ones who are about to get their first colonoscopy, this might be exactly what they’re looking for. I will be talking about what to expect during your colonoscopy prep, aka the bowel cleansing process that occurs one day before a colonoscopy. This includes fun topics such as…
Is it rude to bring your own food to someone’s house: the real answer
When you are on a restrictive diet like the Wahls Protocol, an anti-inflammatory diet designed for people with auto-immune diseases like multiple sclerosis, lupus, or rheumatoid arthritis, then figuring out how to survive social situations can be a real b*tch. Managing dietary restrictions in social contexts can become such a headache that I’ve seriously wondered if I should just stop…