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How I Got My Life Back

Are you experiencing

fatigue

migraines

digestive issues

dizziness

brain fog

anxiety

depression 

hormone imbalance

acne

histamine intolerance

allergies 

under-active thyroid

bladder pain

interstitial cystitis

urgency

hair-loss or thinning

candida overgrowth

Chronic UTI’s

IBS

nutrient deficiency

food or chemical intolerance

eczema

infections

lower back pain

autoimmunity

SIBO

bladder spasms


Do you have interstitial cystitis and other chronic illnesses?

 Have you felt frustrated because no one seems to understand?

 You need to know that you aren’t alone. There are answers!


IC can be a manifestation of a heightened immune response

Inflammation is the precursor to most diseases, with chronic inflammation playing a central role in many of them, including interstitial cystitis, arthritis, certain cancers, diabetes, asthma, Alzheimer’s, and many more. Inflammation is part of our body’s immune response, and its purpose is to protect us. Unresolved issues can lead to chronic inflammation that can persist for months or even years. Being that the body is internally integrated, symptoms of inflammation are often widespread, and the only way to deal with it head-on is to get to the root of it all. 

What caused your interstitial cystitis?

Interstitial cystitis “IC” is an umbrella term, and its causes are multifactorial but may include injury (to the pelvic floor, nerves, or one of the pelvic organs such as the bladder, bowel, or reproductive), allergies, defects in the lining of the bladder, mast cell abnormalities, infection, pelvic floor dysfunction, bladder wall trauma, APF, genetics, neurogenic inflammation, and intestinal permeability. Contributing factors include histamine intolerance, Lyme Disease, exposure to mycotoxins, and gut/bladder dysbiosis.

Like many chronic illnesses, there is usually not one single cause. Several factors are involved in each root cause, even in pelvic floor dysfunction. It is crucial to determine how and why dysfunction occurred and then seek to restore health by addressing the root causes, including musculoskeletal conditions, detoxification, gut/bladder microbiome health, nutrient deficiencies, embedded infections, hormone imbalances, and the mind-body connection. 

Your body wants to heal itself; it just needs the right tools. You can harness the healing power of your own body through diet and lifestyle changes. I understand the frustration and anxiety of IC, and the truth is that there is hope in returning to a normal and healthy life.

In my book “How I Got My Life Back,” 

I share my journey and provide a blueprint for dealing with IC head-on.

Learn how adjustments to diet and lifestyle, incorporating pelvic physical therapy, stress management, and the use of high-quality supplements led the way to reversing my symptoms. This step-by-step guide reveals how you can benefit from a metabolic detox, change your diet, heal your gut, reduce your toxic burden, heal your infections, reduce stress, and support genetic variants.

About the author:

My name is Elisabeth Yaotani, and I was diagnosed with interstitial cystitis in 2006 at 29. I spent more than a decade in debilitating pain trying to manage my symptoms, but my health grew worse. It wasn’t until a decade later, when I made the proper diet and lifestyle changes, that my symptoms began to lessen. Intrigued by the idea that perhaps I have more control over my health than I realized, I began to research the role of genetics, inflammation and immunity, proper supplementation, diet, pelvic floor dysfunction, infection, stress, and even overall lifestyle play in an individual’s wellbeing. Shortly after implementing changes, my flares became rare, and I was able to improve other chronic health conditions, returning to a pain-free life.

There was a time when I could not walk a block, when urgency and frequency dictated my life, and when stress wreaked havoc on my body. Today, I am no longer held prisoner by interstitial cystitis, and I want to help you regain control of your health! 

In How I Got My Life Back, I collaborated with integrative doctor Patricia Deckert, D.O., naturopathic doctor Cassie Jones, N.M.D, and integrative and functional nutritionist Brianne Thornton, MS, RD. This book provides a comprehensive guide that will give you the information and insight and a blueprint to begin working toward addressing interstitial cystitis head-on

The heart and passion behind IC Wellness

I carry a genuine burden for those in the IC community. No one should have to endure the agonizing pain and isolation that often comes with such a diagnosis. My heart is to see you overcome this debilitating condition and get back to enjoying the life you were meant to live. I founded IC Wellness with you in mind. It serves as an online community and resource to empower you to take control of your health. We’ve got you covered whether you are looking for resources, recipes, nutritional counseling, courses, community, or support. I even started the IC Wellness Podcast so that you can stay up to date and well informed on all things IC-related.

The goal 

Ultimately I want to bring about real and lasting change in your life. My books and online course provide tried-and-tested strategies to help anyone seeking to win their own battle with chronic illness along with the hope of a better tomorrow.


How I Got My Life Back
My Journey With Interstitial Cystitis


Buy the book: How I Got My Life Back

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Buy the book: The Complete IC Diet Cookbook

The recipes in my book are clean and anti-inflammatory and serve to restore balance to the body without compromising on taste. My desire to make this road easier allowed me to partner with nutritionist Brianne Thornton MS, RD. We bring you over 70 nutritious and delicious recipes centered around eating clean and the healthiest options for those with IC. Each recipe has been carefully selected to address IC and lay a foundation for improved health. To address the nuances of personal taste and specific needs, we have even created a substitution list that lets you customize each recipe. How great is that?

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Additional Support

The Complete IC Basics Course

A Comprehensive 8 Week, Online, Self-Paced Course

I partnered with the most incredible team of IC experts, and we took most of 2021 to put this comprehensive, self-paced, 8-week online course together just for you! There is literally nothing like it on the market! We answer your questions and teach you how to regain your health. If you need additional support in your healing journey, then this course is for you! In this course, you will learn how to identify your root causes, effectively eliminate your food triggers, address pelvic floor dysfunction, determine appropriate testing based on your symptoms, manage flareups, relieve stress, restore balance to the bladder, and much more.

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10 Day IC Reset

If you are struggling to figure out the proper elimination diet for you, you may want to consider a low-histamine + low-oxalate diet to relieve your IC symptoms. Our newly released cookbook, the 10 Day IC Reset includes a 10-day meal plan, grocery list, recipes, exercise guide, and daily self-care practices to help you completely reset your body. Reset your health and lifestyle today with this digital cookbook.

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What people are saying

This book is incredible. Elisabeth is very open about her battle with IC and how she pressed on through painful treatments & debilitating bladder pain that left her struggling to care for her family. From doctor to doctor, she did not give up for her search to find healing. Her story is such a testimony to her faith and her determination. Thankfully she discovered healing through the care of an Integrative Medicine Dr. and after addressing genetic factors, diet & supplements, etc. she was able to finally get her IC into remission. The protocol is not just for IC sufferers, but for anyone battling autoimmune disease. I have battled IBS and leaky gut for years now and have found so much help here-from recommended supplements to diet changes, I am on the road to healing myself. I highly recommend reading this informative & comprehensive "manual" for regaining your health naturally.
Andrea
I have had IC for about three years now. It has been such a trying time for me and my family. Elisabeth's book gives me so much hope and makes me strive to do better in regards to my eating and exercise habits. In this book, she tells her own personal story of IC and what got her into remission. She is raw and real and so encouraging. Often times it is easy to become depressed and feel like IC is going to be a life long condition filled with hopelessness and despair, but this book has honestly stirred up so much new hope for me! She gives tons of great suggestions and even brand names of supplements so you can research them yourself. I KNOW that my IC can go into remission and to read another story about someone else who did it makes me want to strive for that goal, even more!
Julie
A smart, effective, realistic approach to managing Autoimmune disorders and diseases. Appreciate that the writer maintains that Autoimmune is individually unique and can be difficult to manage without knowledge and resources. This book wonderfully weaves together the physical, mental and spiritual facets of autoimmune disease. Additionally offering reliable resources needed to achieve the full functioning quality of life while managing autoimmune symptoms.
Stephanie
This book is very informative, inspirational, as well as educational. There is so much information on many health issues. It is written in terms that anyone can understand. You will not be overwhelmed with medical terms that leave you feeling confused. This book is not just for people who suffer from IC. It is a great resource to turn to for anyone who wants to learn how and where to start eating clean and making healthier food choices, leading to a healthier life.
Eileen
If you are looking for a source to finally help relieve some of the sufferings of Interstitial cystitis, this is the one that you should read. In addition to IC, I found it incredibly helpful in addressing and working through other digestive problems such as leaky gut and IBS. I recommend this book as a "must read".
Naomi
I found this book at one of the most desperate times in my life. I had been in a flare for two months (my longest to date) as well as my first UTI ever. If you are suffering from IC, I HIGHLY recommend this book; I can't say enough about it! It has completely changed my life. I have followed her instructions, and my flare has ended! My inflammation has led to 28 pounds of weight loss without a second of exercise although I am hoping to start soon! Do yourself a favor, don't spend another minute in pain or suffering and purchase this book. The cost of the book is pennies compared to the investment you are making in yourself.
Lydia
As a current IC patient, this book is a must read! Besides all the informative information and considerations, it’s heartfelt, genuine & true. Elisabeth made a breakthrough In solving the IC puzzle. I too am following her protocols ... and slowly but surely I am feeling my symptoms subside. Yes, I still may have frequent urination still, but the burning & pressure is fading!!! “FYI” get tested for Cándida I too had an overgrowth of Cándida with my IC. Diet & high-quality supplements are everything! Thank you, Elisabeth, for sharing your story & giving IC warriors hope!!
Amazon user
I enjoyed reading this book. It gave a lot of useful information. Written well. A must-read for anyone with Interstitial Cystitis. I have read a lot of books on IC. I learned the most from this book.
Christine
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Endorsements

Elisabeth Yaotani shares her inspirational story and provides a blueprint for healing. I recommend this book to my patients searching for a lifestyle plan to facilitate healing from within.
Dr. Cassie Jones, N.M.D.Naturopathic medical Doctor
If you are tired of suffering in pain, this book will give you hope that this does not have to be your reality any longer.
Brianne Gohlke, M.S., R.D.N.integrative and functional dietitian
I first met Elisabeth at my practice, New Beginnings Health Care in San Diego, California. She was interested in an integrative approach to dealing with interstitial cystitis, and when I read her story, I was impressed with her journey. She asked that I be involved with the book she was writing and help with explaining some of the more technical aspects. I was excited about the opportunity and felt that what she was writing and what I could contribute could apply to almost any chronic illness. It is my hope and hers that this book helps others get their health back.
Patricia DeckertDO
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