I am one of the estimated 16 million Americans that have rosacea, yet only a small fraction are being treated. I didn't even know I had it.Sure my cheeks were pink but it's summer,went to Florida and finally summer is also in Ohio warm hot humid steamy tropical 🌴 like and I love it, my... Continue Reading →
Body Betrayal: How to Find Gratitude and Happiness While Coping w/ Chronic Pain or Illness
This disease called Avascular Necrosis is a terrible one especially when your dealing with multifocal avn. I am grateful to only have it in one jointAll chronic conditions that change our life and lifestyle suck and if we're not careful depression could easily take over and we lose sight of the beautiful spiritual being we... Continue Reading →
~Health Awards ~ Advocate Nominee
I was notified about a month ago I was nominated for a few awards in a few categories for awareness I vowed when diagnosed with avn /on I would never want anyone to feel as alone and scared as I did in 2014. https://awards.wegohealth.com/nominees/12801My Ortho who diagnosed me really never took the time to even explain to... Continue Reading →
Fiber and Fake Fiber
Fake Fiber is not the same as real Fiber. In fact it could be making you fat We are supposed to have 25b grams of Fiber a day. I know it's hard but we need fiber. The benefits of being regular , a high-fiber diet can also reduce the risk of stroke, hypertension, and heart... Continue Reading →
The Importance Of A Support Group
Living with chronic illness is incredibly challenging at times (understatement of the year!) You wake up with no pain then sudden pain,or you wake up in pain deal with all day pain. You can't do this , you can't do that. Because your body just won't allow it. You have to be strong even when... Continue Reading →
Nothing Is Useless
When the body is falling apart. And you feel like you have nothing of value to offer God or anyone else. Think again. Below is a post from Our Daily Bread Nothing Is Useless June 12, 2017 from Our Daily Bread Read: 1 Corinthians 15:42–58 "Nothing you do for the Lord is ever useless." ... Continue Reading →
Learning To Live Mindfully When You Have A Chronic Condition
Mindfulness is an incomparable tool to get past the mental struggles caused by pain and reduced mobility.Employing “mindfulness” also known as “restful alertness” can be described as being present in the moment. Training your mind to stay in the moment and not wander to anxiety and fear-driven thoughts will keep anxiety and stress at bay.... Continue Reading →
Top 10 Questions To Ask A Stem Cell Clinic
Having Osteoarthritis and Avascular Necrosis/Osteonecrosis I have done a ton of research so I know what questions to ask. Being a health advocate and activist I always try to keep my information update and fresh. Because many don't know how to speak up, some are shy or their Doctor may be that stern matter of... Continue Reading →

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