Mast Cell Activation Syndrome is one of the co-conditions that often comes with tickborne disease. I’ve had it under control (mostly) but wow this flare is intense. Today Yesterday I’m so itchy! Benadryl (oral and topical), cromolyn sodium, HistDAO, Singulair, Xyzal, and stinging nettle are the go-to’s for me to calm it down. But understanding…
I’ve started a new therapy called TruDose - they take some of my blood, spin it down to get platelet rich plasma (prp) and inject it back into my bloodstream. As part of the process they get a baseline platelet count - mine was 114 (Ref range 150-450) so a little low. Blood pressure has…
Fatigue & Update
I’ve been in bed most of the day every day since 1/1. Pain has been higher, I’ve had rashes, headaches and digestive issues - but that’s not why I’ve been in bed. Fatigue is. Fatigue is one of the hardest issues I deal with on a daily basis. And it’s one we don’t talk about…
Hummus
1 cup cooked chickpeas or white beans (3/4 cup beans + 3 cups water in instant pot) 1/3 cup tahini (see below) Lemon juice to taste Salt to taste Olive oil or water to desired thickness Start by blending the beans and salt, add tahini & lemon juice. Add olive oil as needed. Tahini 1…
Needs adjustment! Needs salt & maybe coconut flour? Ingredients: 3/4 cup Greek yogurt 1 cup almond flour 1 tsp baking powder 3 tbsp diced jalapeños 1/4 cup shredded cheddar Instructions: Preheat oven to 375° and line cookie sheet with parchment. Mix all ingredients & knead into a dough. Form a log and slice into 8…
2 cups almond flour 2 tablespoons coconut flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1 large egg 1/4 cup water 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) Instructions: In a mixing bowl, combine almond flour, coconut flour, baking powder, salt, and garlic powder. Mix well to…
Ask For Help
My life changed literally overnight. I’d been sick for a long time but was still able to function most of the time by working, volunteering at church several times a week, hiking, kayaking, having friends over for dinner and living a somewhat normal life. Then suddenly I was unable to walk without help, unable to…
Be Deliberate
I read this and it got me thinking about July 10, 2013. Really it started long before, but that was the date I became disabled - the date my body finally said ENOUGH! I have always been an over-do’er. I slept 4-5 hours a night for years. I had high stress jobs, which I justified…
3 large sweet potatoes 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon regular or hot honey (spicy is delicious!) 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper Toppings after bake A drizzle of honey 1/3 cup crumbled…
In a shallow bowl, mix: ¾ cup extra virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese Stir in: 2 tablespoons finely chopped sundried tomatoes 1 tablespoon finely chopped Kalamata olives 1 tablespoon chopped rosemary 1 tablespoon thyme leaves 3 crushed garlic cloves Sprinkle with: 2 teaspoons red chili flakes 1…
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