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This website is dedicated to helping the reader towards better health by taking a holistic, natural approach with a special emphasis on the digestive system. For some of you, changes may come quickly, and for others, reaching your health goals may take some time, even years. The most important thing to remember is that no matter how long it takes, it starts with yourΒ firstΒ step. Do not be afraid to take that first step towards health, and keep moving forward!

~Alicia Dragic, RN, CGP

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This "crispless" apple crisp is so yummy!! It doesn't matter that it doesn't have a crust bottom or a crumble topping ... It's perfect just the way it is! @chronicwellnessnurse shared today that not everything in life has to be picture perfect like we're often bombarded with on social media. That includes us, our homes, our kids, and yes, even our desserts!! So bake this up and run around your kitchen in a messy bun and pajamas like me, with apple glaze on your chin and a little cinnamon still sticking to your fingers πŸ˜‰ In a square 8x8 or 9x9 glass baking dish, place: 🍎 Peeled and sliced apples (I used 8 because I had old ones to use up; 5 large could be enough - you want to fill your dish about 3/4 full with apples) 🍎 Melted ghee drizzled on top 🍎 Cinnamon sprinkled (about a Tbs) 🍎 Pinch of sea salt 🍎 Sprinkle of nutmeg Bake at 350Β°F for about 30 minutes. And then enjoy!! πŸ˜‹ Thank you Mom @smsoapsandcrafts for the yummy idea! ❀ . . . #lifedoesnthavetobeperfecttobebeautiful #embracethemess #loveyouandyourquirks
"Healing takes courage, and we all have courage, even if we have to dig a little to find it."- Tori Amos When we first receive a diagnosis (for us or our kids), it can initially be overwhelming. It doesn't matter if that diagnosis is cancer, Lyme, autism, diabetes, or heart disease: it's hard, and it's scary, because it is affecting US. We worry for the future. We wonder about the present and struggle through each day. Who are we now? Will we ever be the "us" we knew in the past? How can we heal or best manage our symptoms? . When my son was diagnosed with autism, I literally went into "he will recover" mode that same day. I spent hours every night researching, and I came up with a plan of action. I am serious when I say that I literally never once doubted that he would get better, and I do feel that belief helped me through the hard times. . When I was diagnosed with Lyme and co-infections, it had affected my brain so much that I didn't know what to think. I didn't know what to do. I just wanted to go somewhere and have someone figure it out for me. For the first time, I doubted myself and I doubted that I would ever get well. I still struggle with a cycle of hope and frustration (but hope wins on most days now!) . Up on my blog today is the current protocol that I am using to treat the infections in my body. I hope that you are able to use this as a resource to jump start your own road to recovery! Treating Lyme can be very complex as it is an extremely intelligent bacteria and what it does in the body is incredible. If you are struggling and need help getting on the road to getting well, please know that I am here and would love to help you find the resources you need ❀ . . . #lymedisease #nevergiveup #hope
It's hard to complain when your job involves working by the pool on a 90 degree day in mid-September πŸ˜‰ If there was something to whine about, it would be all the crazy mosquitos lately! We call them "piranha mosquitos", because they literally come out of the grass in swarms and within 5 seconds, you can have over 20 bites. 😩 I have never been so thankful for bug repellant like I have the last week! So I thought, hey, let's give some away!! This insect repellant from Young Living is DEET free, plant-based, and is simply seven essential oils in a sesame oil base. . To be entered to win, tag a friend in the comments! ❀ (Because friends don't let friends get chewed alive by killer mosquitos πŸ˜‰) . . . #endlesssummer #giveaway #pumpkinspicelattesonhold
Say hello to the newest member of our family! ❀ This is Cooper. He's 8 weeks old and such a sweetheart! So far he loves lavender diffusing at night (I should say that I love it, because then he sleeps πŸ˜‰). And I'm diggin' my Thieves Household Cleaner for cleaning up accidents (I will say though that he's been amazingly quick at learning where to take care of business ... Thankfully!) . It's been 9 years since I had a newborn and over 5 years since we had a puppy (and never one this young), so I'm a little rusty over here and would love any and all suggestions ... What kind of natural things do you do for your dog? What oils do they like? Special things you add to their diet? Tricks for sleeping at night, separation anxiety, training? πŸ• . . . #labpuppy #labsofinstagram #oilypets @labs_of_insta
Daily tasks (like stretching to loosen up) are made so much easier when you have help πŸ˜‰ Recently in an online Lyme group I follow, someone commented on some disease that birds 🐦 can carry, which led to a lengthy discussion of one reason or another why having pets is harmful for you. Cats carry bartonella, dogs have fleas, goldfish can transmit worms when they look at you cross-eyed (not really, just being dramatic here, bear with me). . What it all boils down to is this: what makes you smile? What little things make you happy to be alive, despite everything that life has thrown at you? Is that having something furry in your life (which research has shown actually increases longevity and decreases depression and anxiety)? Is it walking through the woods (despite the fact ticks and other insects live there)? Walking barefoot outdoors (hookworms), face to the wind (goodness knows what's on the wind these days)? . We could choose to stay indoors in a cloud of bug spray ☁ or we can choose to live life, come what may. I choose kitties and nature walks and adventures into the unknown with my boys. I choose to LIVE not just exist! 🌞 . . . #unfollowed #ichoosepositivity
So this summer I took the plunge and tried something that I had been thinking about (a.k.a. pinning on Pinterest) for a while. . I buy quite a few tinctures but I've been nervous to make my own. Some of the tinctures I take, like japanese knotweed, are considered invasive species, and so the DNR might frown on me a bit if I started growing them in my backyard (sorry neighbors!!) . But what about things like parsley, cilantro, and lemon balm, plants that grow like crazy in my backyard and that have incredible health benefits? In my latest blog post, I share the super simple way that I learned to make tinctures out of plants in my area, which can help you reach your health and wellness goals without breaking your budget. Did you know you could even have your own melissa tincture for uber cheap?? 😱 So -- what plant do you wanna pour some alcohol on? πŸ˜‰ . . . #makingtinctures #plantmedicine #healthydoesnthavetobehard

Medical Disclaimer: The Content on this website is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

“The GAPS Diet” is trademark of Dr. Natasha Campbell-McBride. More information about this nutritional program can be found in her book “Gut and Psychology Syndrome” or the official website www.gaps.me.

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