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I also felt stuck in a healthcare system that was designed to treat acute illnesses, mostly in men. My doctors had no idea why I was plagued with chronic illness that led to fatigue, overwhelm and frustration, despite my healthy lifestyle and favorable health metrics. I appeared to be very healthy, yet I was chronically ill.
My doctors prescribed allergy testing, antibiotics and high doses of steroids but my symptoms continued to worsen. In 1999 I was diagnosed with a rare autoimmune condition called Hypereosinophillia.
At forty, I experienced a near death episode. I survived but chronic illness continued, fueled by mold toxicity, gut imbalances and chronic sinusitis. Cancer knocked at my door months after my 60th birthday and then again four and a half years later.
I attended the Institute of Integrative Nutrition, 2007, where I met Dr. Mark Hyman and learned about Functional Medicine. My mysterious illnesses began to make sense. I identified many root causes that were making my body ill! Once I began to address these issues with lifestyle changes like intermittent fasting, nourishing foods and less intense exercise, my body began to heal.
I'm sharing my story to create a connection with all the women who have pushed through brain fog, fatigue, chronic illness, autoimmune conditions and cancer, that often started with metabolic challenges like weight gain and weight loss resistance and may have led to Type 2 Diabetes and Prediabetes and/or other Metabolic diseases. Some may still be ignoring their body's messages and their inner voice that is now screaming!
..."Slow Down... Please!!!"
My intention is to inspire, educate and empower you; to let you know that you are not alone and that you are more than your diagnosis. The truth is, that In this moment, your miraculous body has what it needs to heal.
Are you listening to your beautiful body's messages? Or, are you living a Rushing Woman's lifestyle while making all the healthy choices, but your body continues to struggle?
Slow the Pace, Focus on YOU & Live Your Life as YOU Intended!