March is Autoimmune Diseases Awareness Month, and as we bring awareness to these conditions, it’s crucial to highlight the importance of emotional support for those living with autoimmune diseases. In this article, I’ll be sharing my personal journey with ulcerative colitis and the emotional struggles that come with it. I’ll also be discussing the significance of social support, accessing professional help, self-care strategies, and advocating for better emotional support in the healthcare system.
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How To Avoid An Ugggh PCOS Flare Up Post Vacays
Hey I am a cyster and I am sure so are you. Yes we are PCOS warriors. I love travelling, eating out and doing everything that can derail my hormones. I was diagnosed with PCOS when I was 18 years old and it took a lot of work on me through nutrition, yoga and nurturing my mental and emotional health to get me here to help other cysters. So here’s one for making our holidays fun, and not facing that uggggh flare up once back. I do this and keep it down. And so can you.
Equity Means I Get The Shoe That Fits
Mumbai, March 13: March is International Women’s Month. Yesterday, on March 13, RachnaRestores™️ organised a women’s conclave titled Equity, not Equality. Senior women leaders from
Women Can Prevent Eyes And Memory Decline With These
New research suggests that higher rates of illness can be improved by a better diet, one that is high in pigmented carotenoids such as yams, kale, spinach, watermelon, bell peppers, tomatoes, oranges and carrots particularly important in preventing visual and cognitive loss.
Pregnant Women Should Avoid This In Cosmetics
Parabens are used as preservatives in cosmetics. If pregnant women use cosmetics containing parabens that remain on the skin for protracted periods, this may have consequences for their child’s subsequent weight development.
Obesity And Emotional Problems Appear To Develop Together From Age 7
On World Obesity Day today, here is a new research being presented at this year’s European Congress on Obesity (ECO) in Glasgow, UK (28 April-1 May). Obesity and emotional problems, such as feelings of low mood and anxiety, tend to develop hand-in-hand from as young as age 7 years.
Breaking The Taboo: My Journey With An Ostomy
Some people view ostomy as a sign of weakness or something to be ashamed of. I quickly learned that this stigma was unwarranted and unfair. I was determined to break the taboo and help others do the same.
Women Should Eat Potassium-Rich Foods For Heart Health
The study found that potassium-rich diets were associated with lower blood pressure, particularly in women with high salt intake.
Stress Induced Suppression Of Infertility Finds Hope
Otago researchers have found the “missing link between stress and infertility.”
The Art Of Not Overthinking
From a tin with PCOS to a young woman with fibromyalgia, Aradhna Chhachhi pens down her struggles with overthinking and simple ways that work for her to overcome this. For all the girls out there doing the same – and there are so many of us – below is what you really need to overthink about!
Why Eating Disorder Warriors Need A Community To Support Them
One very helpful thing for eating disorder warriors is having a support team and a community of other people who understand their struggles.
Release The Pain
Use the power of your mind because I know that in extreme pain, it only takes the so much emotional strength to implement and get past the first seven days. After that, it starts getting better each day.
Unlocking The Power Of Support For Autoimmune Warriors
Have you ever experienced the frustration of feeling unheard and unsupported as you navigate life with an autoimmune disease? I certainly have. As someone who lives with ulcerative colitis, I understand the importance of having a strong support system in managing this chronic condition.
Ask Me: My Teenage Daughter Is Very Aggressive And Uses Abusive Language, What Do I Do?
Teenagers have a tendency of engaging in risky behavior and act in an impulsive manner without being bothered of the outcome or consequences.
Why I Hate Valentine’s Day
It can be so hard to feel happy or see other happy people when you’re struggling so deeply with food and body image issues.