This is a 20 minute virtually fool-proof dinner.While you get your sauce going by sauteeing garlic and shallot in a little olive oil, roast your tomatoes. When you roast tomatoes in a little olive oil and sea salt, it enhances their natural flavor and gives them an almost sweet yet smoky, fire-roasted taste, which pairs... Continue Reading →
Vegetarian Lettuce Wraps
Vegetarian lettuce wraps with tofu and mushrooms.194 CaloriesMakes 4 Ingredients:3 tablespoons hoisin sauce3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce2 tablespoons rice vinegar1 teaspoon sesame oil2 teaspoons canola or grapeseed oil1 (12- to 14-ounce) package extra-firm tofu (do not use silken)8 ounces baby bella (cremini) mushrooms, finely chopped1 (8-ounce) can water chestnuts, drained and finely chopped2 cloves garlic,... Continue Reading →
Patriotic Quinoa Salad
This healthy quinoa fruit salad is loaded with strawberries, blueberries, and a refreshing honey lime dressing. You can also tweak it to your liking with any fruit. High in protein and perfect for breakfast, summer potlucks, and anytimeIngredients:FOR THE SALAD:•1 cup dry quinoa regular or inca red •10 ounces fresh strawberries•9 ounces fresh blueberries 4-6... Continue Reading →
Get To Know Me
Hi, I'm Debbie and I have Avascular Necrosis/Osteonecrosis, It's a rare disease/disorder where you have a temporary or permanent loss of blood supply to the bone.I developed my avascular necrosis/osteonecrosis after I suffered a meniscal tear. I'm lucky and very grateful because the doctors don't feel it will go to any other joints . Others... Continue Reading →
My Sleeping Giant Called Chronic Pain.
Not everyone knows what it is like to suddenly one day be told by a doctor you will have chronic pain for probably the rest if your life. I've been blessed with a few painful diagnosis, I say blessed because I know I will help others because of my diagnosis.Osteoarthritis 2010Osteonecrosis 2014Spondylolisthesis 2016Hypothyroidism 2002Rosecea 2017Shock... Continue Reading →
Body Image & Self Esteem With Chronic Pain
Somedays it's really hard to feel good about yourself when your body keeps betraying you. Before your diagnosis, you felt pretty good about your body. Or maybe you’ve always struggled with body acceptance and tended to focus on your self-perceived flaws rather than your beauty. Now your AVN is forcing you to deal with a... Continue Reading →
Rosacea 1.0 To Newly Diagnosed Like Me
Ah yes age 54 soon to be 55 and suddenly develop skin problems.You would think by age 50 after working all your life and dealing with Osteonecrosis Osteoarthritis Spondylolisthesis Being a former Battered woman from my 1st marriage I could at least remain free and clear from skin problems I mean at age 50 we... Continue Reading →
Various Relaxation Techniques
See full Disclaimer at bottom of the postHere is a partial DisclaimerUsage Policy•The information provided on this website is for educational purposes only. By using the website you are participating at your own risk. With so much stress that comes with having a chronic condition and the world we live in is full of several... Continue Reading →

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