It’s been a year since I transitioned to the Carnivore diet, and I’ve lost 28 pounds! While I’ve stayed committed to it, I did revert to Keto during the holidays. However, this time, I was mindful of oxalates, and unlike the previous year, I didn’t experience any weight gain. It’s been quite a hectic period …
How I Poisoned My Kids With “Superfoods”
In today’s world, we are inundated with the message that consuming fruits and vegetables is essential for optimal health. We’re told they protect our hearts, prevent cancer, and provide vital nutrients and fiber. However, what we’re not often told is how fruits and vegetables can harbor hidden dangers. They contain anti-nutrients that may lead to vitamin and mineral deficiencies, their toxins can accumulate in our bodies, and the narrative that we must rely on them for optimal health is not entirely accurate.
Connecting the Dots: Navigating Lymphatics, Toxins and Brain Health
This last year I experienced phenomenal changes in my brain and body. Reflecting on my life and all of the new information I’ve been able to absorb, I’ve come to recognize my lifelong challenges with learning disabilities, anxiety, and their connection to my chronic pain and weight gain. The first hint of how food can …
What Are Nightshades and Why Are They Toxic?
Find out why these seemingly healthy foods can make you sick, causing chronic pain & fatigue.
BCHE and Fat Metabolism
In the complex world of our body’s inner workings, a lesser-known hero called Butyrylcholinesterase (BChE) is taking the spotlight. Except no one is talking about it!
Initially recognized for breaking down specific substances, this enzyme is found in important organs like the liver, blood, and brain. Recent scientific discoveries, however, reveal that BChE might have a broader role in managing fats, or lipids, in our bodies.
Guest on the Scott Mys Show
I was on another Podcast, this time on the Scott Mys show. This one is a lot different than my first one. This time I explained more about Lipedema and the Butyrylcholinesterase Deficiency and dug into recent studies. Did you notice a difference in my energy level from the first one to the second? I …
Nambudripad’s Allergy Elimination Technique (NAET) – Does it work?
First, what is NAET? NAET, an abbreviation for Nambudripad’s Allergy Elimination Technique, originated in California and integrates principles from allopathic (Western medical knowledge), chiropractic, acupuncture, kinesiology, and nutrition. This holistic approach is a natural, non-invasive, and drug-free treatment. Allow me to guide you through my personal experience and understanding of how NAET works: Understanding the …
My Lipedema Story – Part 11- My 9 Month Carnivore Transformation Update
Sharing my 9 month Carnivore transformation. See how my body continues to change. The progress is slow, but it’s working, and my Lipedema areas are changing.
My Lipedema Story – Part 10 – Oxalates
In my last article, I shared how the Carnivore diet transformed my body and how I’ve been managing Lipedema. Now, I’d like to delve into an interesting aspect of my health journey: the role of kidney health and its potential impact on Lipedema progression.
What is a Butyrylcholinesterase (BCHE) Deficiency?
Ever heard of a Butyrylcholinesterase (BCHE) Deficiency? No worries, it’s a mouthful! But trust me, this tiny enzyme holds a big secret about your health. From affecting your mood to your risk of diseases, BCHE’s got its fingers in many pies. We’ll even dive into what nightshade foods have to do with it. We’re decoding BCHE, one fascinating piece at a time!
Advancements in Treating Obesity, Anxiety, Depression, BCHE Deficiency, Pesticide and Herbicide Poisoning
In recent years, groundbreaking research has expanded the horizons of medical science, offering promising avenues for treating a range of conditions, from obesity and emotional disorders to organophosphate poisoning and pseudocholinesterase (BCHE) deficiency. These remarkable developments hold the potential to transform healthcare and improve the lives of millions of people. Let’s delve into these exciting advancements!
Sharing My Story – Boundless Body Radio Podcast
June was Lipedema Awareness month and I was a guest on Boundless Body Podcast to share my story. The Youtube video of our Zoom call was posted in July 2023. It was an exciting experience that made me a bit nervous. I missed some key information in my story and a few mistakes. I wish …
My Lipedema Story – Part 9 – 6 Month Carnivore Transformation
In my previous article, I shared how the Carnivore diet reversed a long list of symptoms I was experiencing and gave me the motivation to want to live again. In this article, I will provide an update on my current Lipedema status and how I am managing the condition.
My Lipedema Story – Part 1 – The Weight Won’t Budge
Have you ever put in a lot of work at the gym, but your body doesn’t reflect it? Can you gain 5-10 pounds overnight? Have you felt like you’ve tried everything, and the weight isn’t budging? Or maybe you lost some weight, but hit a plateau that won’t budge? Maybe all your efforts brought your weight down from an XL top to medium, but your still in XL pants. If you answered YES to any of these questions, you could have Lipedema.
My Lipedema Story- Part 2 – Earlier Signs of Lipedema
June is Lipedema Awareness Month – I’m sharing my story to help raise awareness. Most women begin experiencing signs of Lipedema during puberty or pregnancy. Some may exhibit symptoms even in childhood. While I don’t have clear photos of my legs from my childhood, I don’t believe the condition was obvious back then. However, there …
My Lipedema Story – Part 3 – Continuing Frustration
June is Lipedema Awareness Month – I’m sharing my story to help raise awareness. In my previous posts, I shared the struggles of living with undiagnosed EDS and the early signs of Lipedema. I discussed the challenges I faced with weight gain in my hips and thighs from childhood through my mid-20s, as well as …
My Lipedema Story – Part 4 – Rapid Progression
June is Lipedema Awareness Month – I’m sharing my story to help raise awareness. In my previous post, I shared how a lifestyle change helped with my undiagnosed Lipedema. However, as I transitioned to an organic whole food plant-based diet, and I gained weight despite rigorous exercise. I also underwent a major surgery to remove …
My Lipedema Story – Part 5 – Finding a Diagnosis
June is Lipedema Awareness Month – I’m sharing my story to help raise awareness. If you’ve been following my journey, you can see how Lipedema can really mess with your head. If one more person tells me I just need to be in a calorie deficit to lose weight, I’m going to lose it. I really …
My Lipedema Story – Part 6 – Surviving Pregnancy
June is Lipedema Awareness Month – I’m sharing my story to help raise awareness. In my previous post, I shared my diagnosis of Lipedema Stage 1, Type 3 & 4, along with other conditions such as FLM, and she suspects EDS, and Veinous Insufficiency. After receiving the diagnosis, my husband and I decided to continue …
My Lipedema Story – Part 7 – Toxic Superfoods
In this article, I want to shed light on the fact that certain foods, even those considered healthy, can cause inflammation. It can be incredibly challenging to realize when the foods we consume are actually exacerbating our health issues, especially when they are widely regarded as beneficial.