Tag: #wholisticjen
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The Herbal Kitchen: Immune Tonics You Can Eat

By Jennifer Whitmire, MS, MEd, MH, CHES, NEP There was a time when I believed and trusted that system knew best. I have a masters in health science, remember? My background is in health education for the very system that ended up betraying me. When I was diagnosed with Graves’ disease, I was terrified. After…
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The Hidden Dangers of Autoimmune Thyroid Disease No One Talks About

Autoimmune thyroid disease is more than a thyroid problem. Learn the hidden risks, cancer links, and real solutions to stop the autoimmune cascade.
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Daily Detox Done Right

Why Autoimmune Recovery Starts in Your Kitchen (Not a Doctor’s Office) By Jennifer Whitmire, MS, MEd, MH, CHES, NEP Let me guess, you’ve been told that you don’t need to “detox,” because you have a liver. Right? That your liver is a filter that keeps you safe from whatever garbage you eat, breathe, or slather…
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What Triggered My Latest Autoimmune Flare (And How I Recovered Faster This Time)

All of a sudden, I realized I was going into an autoimmune flare. At first, I thought I was just reacting to a bug bite. My ear swelled up and turned red. It was painful to the touch. Then the lymph nodes under my ear and down my neck became sore and visibly swollen. I…
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Are “Health Foods” Making You Sick?

By Jennifer Whitmire, MS, MEd, MH, CHES, NEP Let’s just be honest: I used to fall for the packaging, the labels, and the health halo that so many “plant-based” products wear so well. (Actually…, occasionally, I STILL get duped!) Oat milk in the fridge? Check. Almond yogurt? Check. Gluten-free crackers with Himalayan salt? Of course.…
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How Sleep (and the Right Foods) Can Help You With Autoimmune Disease

By Jennifer Whitmire, MS, MEd, MH, CHES, NEP When you’re dealing with an autoimmune disease, sleep is a lifeline. Chronic sleep deprivation creates inflammation, disrupts immune function, and slows healing. On the other side, deep, restorative sleep can calm an overactive immune system, repair damaged tissues, and even help regulate the gut microbiome — all…
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What Foods Aggravate Autoantibodies?

By Jennifer Whitmire, MS, MEd, MH, CHES, NEP If you’re experiencing the world of autoimmune disease, you’ve probably heard the term autoantibodies. Simply put, autoantibodies are immune system proteins that mistakenly target and attack your body’s own tissues. They’re a hallmark of autoimmune conditions like Hashimoto’s, rheumatoid arthritis, MS, lupus, and many others. While many factors can influence the…
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The Secret to Blood Sugar Balance While Gluten-Free (Or Grain Free) Vegan?

By Jennifer Whitmire, MS, MEd, MH, CHES, NEP If you’ve ever had energy crashes, sugar cravings, or a drop in your blood sugar, you know how blood sugar swings can really make you feel. And, your diet could be playing a bigger role than you think. While so many people focus on reducing sugar or…


