Once we accept the reality of the current moment (no matter how unpleasant it may be) for what it is, and not what we wish it were, we can turn our attention to ways to improve it. This I find true in any situation. Living with chronic pain can throw your life upside down. It’s... Continue Reading →
Knee Pain In The Winter
Knees not feeling great this time of year? Do you need a thermometer to let you know when the temperatures change outside? Or do your joints painfully serve as your weather forecast? Unfortunately, for many who suffer from osteoarthritis or other inflammatory conditions, cold weather can cause havoc on already vulnerable parts of your body.... Continue Reading →
Vegetable Sushi
This recipe is very versatile as you can use any ingredients you like. Sushi is very good for you and is absolutely delicious as well as being easy and enjoyable to make! Ingredients For the rice: 2 cups short-grain Japanese rice, rinsed 1/4 cup rice vinegar 1 tablespoons sugar For the rolls: 10 nori sheets... Continue Reading →
Pasta and Chimichurri Sauce
I love to cook. But sometimes when your not feeling up to par I like something healthy and fast without ordering take out. This dish is on the table in no time. Enjoy Pasta and Chimichurri •16oz angel hair pasta Sauce •1 1/2 cup parsley •2 fresh basil leaves •4 cloves garlic •Juice of half... Continue Reading →
My Story From The Mighty
I have a rare, degenerative bone disease called osteonecrosis, or avascular necrosis (AVN). It is a painful, debilitating disease without a cure. Many doctors don’t know how to treat it. AVN essentially cuts off the blood supply to the affected bone and the bone begins to die, becoming necrotic. “Osteo” means bone and “necrosis” means death. It is most... Continue Reading →
Bone & Joint Action Week October 12-20
Bone and Joint Action Week is held annually October 12-20 with activities focused on disorders including arthritis, back pain, Osteonecrosis,Osteoarthritis trauma, pediatric conditions, and osteoporosis. The themes and their related activities are designed to raise awareness worldwide about prevention, disease management and treatment. Statistics on Avascular Necrosis (AVN, Osteonecrosis, Aseptic Necrosis, Ischaemic Necrosis, Femoral Head... Continue Reading →
Basics To Use Food As Thy Medicine
The few basics you need to know to help pain management due to chronic inflammation with food . 1. Eat the rainbow: Consume 10-12 servings of vegetables each day , and make a couple of those servings fruit, if you like. 2. Cruciferous veggies such as broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage and cauliflower are best. 3.... Continue Reading →
Steamed Veggies With Chili- Lime Butter
I love food ! And my relationship with food has changed. I eat mostly for health and pain relief but I will allow myself to indulge just a little. Since my husband and I have gone to mostly plant based real food our bodies are rejoicing (80 -85 percent of the time we are plant... Continue Reading →
I Started To Cut Out Added Sugar & Use This: Homemade Stevia Liquid
We have to cut out all the added sugar or try to cut back at least !! It is no secret that people today ingest far too much sugar. According to the NHS, adults should not be consuming more than 30g of added sugars per day. But we consume 3x that amount ! It's no... Continue Reading →
People With Chronic Pain Are Suffering While Addicts & Junkies Are Being Coddled.
What does it say when heroin and opioid addicts are given better treatment than a person living with chronic pain?! Now please don't go thinking I lack compassion and am being cruel honestly it's not my intention. But I am sick of hearing about the opioid crisis every day, especially when they throw chronic pain... Continue Reading →
Life
Life doesn’t always introduce you to the people you want to meet. Sometimes life puts you in touch with the people you need to meet ,to help you, to hurt you, to leave you, to love you, and to gradually strengthen you into the person you were meant to become. Say to yourself, regardless of... Continue Reading →
The Beauty And Pain Of Autumn
Autumn (British English) or fall (American English) is one of the four temperate seasons. Autumn marks the transition from summer to winter, in September (Northern Hemisphere) or March (Southern Hemisphere), when the duration of daylight becomes noticeably shorter and the temperature cools down considerably. Fall is a season for balancing light and dark, letting go,... Continue Reading →
Would appreciate your vote.
Just 2 days left to cast your vote , you can vote for each category I was nominated for. I would appreciate it very much.Please take a moment to vote for me. Link to vote. WEGOHealthAwardsBlog https://chronicallygratefuldebla.com/2017/08/20/2002/
I Am A Patient Leader to Help and Empower Others ~ WEGOHealth Awards 2017
I would really appreciate your vote. Please read my story and why I became a patient leader and advocate. ThankYou. I am so excited to announce that I have been nominated for several of the WEGO Health Awards in the 6thAnnual WEGO Health Awards.WEGO Health is a mission driven company connecting healthcare with the experience,... Continue Reading →