A health crisis forced me to let go of my independence.
Posts on Health & Illness
The Danger of Remission: It Can Lead To Denial
In remission, I forgot I had a disease and let my self-care slip.
How to Help Your Gut Microbiome Heal from Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Fermented foods may be key to healing.
Did I Cause My Colitis By Messing Up My Microbiome?
It’s possible, but the scientific jury’s still out.
How Sauerkraut and Kefir Helped Bring My Ulcerative Colitis Into Remission
Probiotic foods can be key to healing gut diseases.
After Months on a Severely Restricted Diet, I Couldn’t Stand the Ways It Limited Me
Restricted diets are no picnic.
Honoring My Grief Helped It Finally Begin to Heal
My shame over my grief had been getting in the way of healing.
Meds: the Gentle Approach vs. the Aggressive Approach
My new doctor was cautious with meds, and I agreed.
David Klein’s Amazing, Incredible, All-Natural 100% Effective Vegan Diet Plan
Too good to be true?
How My Natural Thinness Contributed To My Chronic Illness
If you’re already thin, which health advice should you follow?