There may be a sense of panic when you have an interstitial cystitis (IC) flare-up, but you need to step back and examine what triggered the flare. The reasons cover a gamut, including food or chemical intolerance, stress, hormone imbalance, pelvic floor dysfunction, infection, intercourse, and even … [Read more...]
Lifestyle Tips to Boost Immunity
Boosting Immune Function “Boosting immunity” is a hot topic in the fall as cold and flu season approaches; however, this is a conversation we should have all year long, especially considering the current COVID-19 pandemic. What does boosting immunity mean? Our bodies have a complex immune system … [Read more...]
What to do if You Are Struggling with Histamine Intolerance
By Julie Hager, Functional Medicine Health Coach The immune system in our bodies is a kind of built-in defense system. The main job of the immune system is to protect us from infections, toxins, viruses, and allergens. The body makes histamines naturally and we also get histamines from certain … [Read more...]
Inflammation: What’s the Big Deal?
The problem with chronic inflammation We’ve all heard of it, but why all of a sudden does the word “inflammation” seem so negative? Yes, inflammation is a normal and necessary process in the body when it is acute or short-lived. Just as a security system alarms when an intruder invades our home … [Read more...]
Getting to the Root Cause of Candida Overgrowth
Candida Overgrowth When it comes to interstitial cystitis and candida overgrowth they can often run congruently. However, that is just the beginning. Many people with IC also suffer from additional problems such as digestive issues, autoimmune diseases, hormone imbalance, brain fog, chronic UTI’s, … [Read more...]
Self-Care September
Join us as we take the month of September to focus on self-care. Taking time each day to care for ourselves is an essential part of our health. We often neglect ourselves daily as we strive to put the needs of others before our own, and unfortunately, this often results in us pushing even our basic … [Read more...]