I want to preface this post with the following. Going gluten free is not for everyone, but I truly believe that it was the best decision for me. And, I really went gluten free for a handful of reasons. Gluten is a general term for some of the proteins found in grains including wheat, barley,
In very general terms, inflammation is the body’s immune system’s response to some sort of irritant, such as a virus, bacteria or foreign object. Say, if you smack your little head on the pavement, your head can become inflamed as your immune system’s cells start activating themselves at high levels to heal your head wound.
Supplements can be extremely beneficial for maintaining optimal health in general, and are even more important for those with autoimmune diseases including multiple sclerosis. In addition to eating a balanced and well-rounded diet, I find it necessary to take certain supplements to really take my health to the next level. The supplements that I take
Like anyone who is anyone at 13, I solely wore MAC makeup and a LOT of it. Then, when I was maybe 15, my sister found an aesthetician who led us towards Jane Iredale, which is a more natural makeup that doesn’t clog your pores (generally speaking). So, I was mostly already on the non-toxic,
Exactly 1 week after my diagnosis, I went back to my neurologist and this time, I brought my whole family. I thought it would be a good idea for my family to hear what the neurologist told me the week before about my diagnosis—especially since I blacked out the first time we discussed it. In
