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Am I Experiencing An Autoimmune Flare?
Look at me! Pay attention to me! Warning, something is Wrong! By Jennifer Whitmire , MS, MEd, MH, CHES, NEP I grew up along the water, off the Georgia coast, and a flare was used in times of danger. A flare was needed if your boat got stuck on a sand bar or broke down out in the marsh,…
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The Transformative Power of Thankfulness
By Jennifer Whitmire , MS, MEd, MH, CHES, NEP Living with a chronic illness feels like carrying an invisible weight. It seeps into every aspect of life—how we feel, how we relate to others, and even how we see ourselves. It’s a constant companion, casting shadows even on the brightest days. On the outside, we often…
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The Autoimmune Easy Button
By Jennifer Whitmire , MS, MEd, MH, CHES, NEP The easiest way to get/create an autoimmune illness is to eat inflammatory foods, stay up too late, work long hours, and over-exercise or not exercise at all. Oh! We’re you looking for the Easy Button to get over an Autoimmune illness? I can help you with that, too! How…
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Does Having An Autoimmune Diagnosis Increase Your Cancer Risk?
By Jennifer Whitmire, MS, MEd, MH, CHES, NEP What Are Autoimmune Diseases? Autoimmune diseases are a collection of disorders where the immune system, responsible for protecting our bodies against infections and other threats from harmful bacteria, viruses, and parasites, mistakenly turns against healthy cells and tissues. We live in a world where our body has to…
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Is the Thyroid Involved in NAFLD?
By Jennifer Whitmire, MS, MEd, MH, CHES, NEP The thyroid is a marvelous little organ, “The Master Gland.” It’s a butterfly-shaped organ nestled in your neck, just below the Adam’s apple area, that plays a role in regulating many of your body’s functions. We’ve been discussing the thyroid for months, so if you need help understanding…
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FAQ: Nurturing Thyroid-Gut Health
By Jennifer Whitmire, MS, MEd, MH, CHES, NEP What’s the Connection Between Thyroid and Gut Health? Gut health significantly influences thyroid function. Your gut microbiota, the community of microorganisms residing in your digestive tract, affect the absorption of essential thyroid-related nutrients, modulate thyroid hormone metabolism, and even contribute to regulating thyroid autoimmunity. The thyroid, through…
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Balancing Act: Thyroid, Gallbladder, and Your Health
By Jennifer Whitmire, MS, MEd, MH, CHES, NEP Imagine your body as a finely-tuned system, with various components working in unison to maintain your health. In this intricate system, two key players that appear to be completely unrelated are the thyroid and the gallbladder, and they have a unique connection. The thyroid, like a master…
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Is It My Blood Sugar, My Thyroid, or Maybe My Liver?
By Jennifer Whitmire, MS, MEd, MH, CHES, NEP Have you ever felt off, not quite yourself, but couldn’t put your finger on the problem? Fatigue, weight changes, mood swings – these symptoms can be frustrating and confusing. It’s not uncommon for people to wonder, “What’s going on? Where do I start?” The Blood Sugar Rollercoaster…
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Your Thyroid Problem MIGHT Be A Sugar Problem, AND Your Sugar Problem MIGHT Be A Thyroid Problem
By Jennifer Whitmire, MS, MEd, MH, CHES, NEP Hypothyroidism and blood sugar management are two critical aspects of our health that are deeply intertwined. Hypothyroidism, an underactive thyroid, can often lead to imbalances in blood sugar levels. This condition can result in insulin resistance, making it more challenging for the body to regulate glucose effectively. …
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Unveiling the Critical Importance of Knowing Your Blood Sugar Numbers
By Jennifer Whitmire, MHSc, MEd, MH, CHES There’s this one thing that often doesn’t get the attention it deserves: our blood sugar levels. It’s so easy to overlook how crucial it is to keep them in balance, but trust me, it’s a fundamental part of staying healthy. It got me thinking, knowing your blood sugar…
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Cook, Nourish, Thrive: Using Plants to Save Body Parts, One Bite at a Time
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