Lyme Life Yogi

I was diagnosed with Lyme Disease in 2013. My husband, son, and I had recently moved to Wisconsin from Nevada (where ticks are of no huge concern unless you are hiking in the mountains) and had only been here for a few short months when I started experiencing flu-like symptoms that wouldn't go away. By the second week, I was basically bed-ridden and in such agonizing pain that I finally forced myself to set an appointment to go to my healthcare provider. It was another week of pain before they could actually see me and by then I had lost feeling in the lower left side of my face.  The first question the doctor asked was if I had been bitten by a tick. My answer was a quick no, I hadn't found one on me, didn't have the "bullseye" rash, etc. I was convinced it had to have been the flu. She took my labs and ran them for Lyme "just to be sure," and I left with unanswered questions and still in an incredible amount of pain. On the way home (about an hour and ...

A Delicious, Antioxidant Boosted Treat Autumn is officially here! With that comes all of the pumpkin deliciousness we can handle. If your fall plans include getting into the kitchen and baking some yummy treats, this is the recipe you won’t want to pass up.  Just What the Doctor Ordered Loaded with immune-boosting vitamins and a ton of antioxidants, Pumpkin Bliss Bites are not only tasty, but they are just what the doctor ordered in terms of helping to promote some top-notch health.  And, with the added boost of the golden superfood bliss, you receive all of the benefits your body desperately needs to keep sickness at bay-- just in time for the start of flu-season!  Easy to Make-- Easier to Enjoy Pumpkin Bliss Bites are super quick and easy to make, not to mention vegan, gluten-free, and paleo-friendly! And t hanks to the magnificent benefits that pumpkin contains, they are everything the body needs to keep running healthy and strong this fall season.  Pumpkin Bliss ...

[Filadendron/Getty Images] The Great Mask Debate of 2020 seems to have been ushered in. I can't tell you how many times a day I see this debate arise on social media and even local television. And, all politics aside, I have decided to do some genuine research on the topic at hand and present my findings to up in an unbiased fashion. Here, are the PROS and CONS of wearing a debate during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic. Let's start with the Pros : Wearing a mask can help prevent those who are infected from spreading the virus (this has been proven in at least 198 countries, including Austria, the Czech Republic, and Slovkia, where when mandatory masking up was implemented, they saw drastic drops in deaths and contraction of the virus).  A mask offers more protection to the person wearing it than not against the Coronavirus The virus spreads through droplets  when you speak those droplets form and a mask can prevent them from escaping They're cute and can be a fun refle...

By now, you are probably quite well aware of the term  “CBD” oil , or as by its scientific term “cannabidiol”. CBD is crafted from the cannabis plant and is a type of cannabinoid, which is a chemical that is naturally found in hemp and marijuana plants. CBD does not boast tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), which is another form of cannabinoid, meaning that, not only is CBD completely legal in all 50 states, but it also will not produce the “high” sensation that is usually associated with smoking or otherwise consuming marijuana. If you have been considering taking CBD oil, here are some of the top reasons why you should consider it for yourself, or someone you love! Pain Relief One of the most common benefits of taking CBD oil is that is offers some pretty substantial pain relieving benefits. According to many studies, this is due to the fact that CBD will interact with the receptors in your immune system and your brain in order to help to ward off pain and inflammation in your b...

Being a parent is most definitely no easy task, particularly if you are a parent to a school-aged child! Parents all too often will be faced with the stress of attempting to meet their children at a level that they can understand, but sometimes these fast-paced little ones find themselves feeling a bit overwhelmed as well, and not being able to fully comprehend why it is that they’re feeling the way that they are. If you are the parent to a young child and are looking for some options that can assist your child in feeling better and healthier, both mentally and physically, this is the article for you! School-aged kids are being diagnosed with ADD and ADHD at alarming rates. Parents receive notes and calls from their child’s school claiming that their children are out of control, can’t sit still, are disruptive, etc. As a parent, it is easy to feel discouraged and perhaps even alarmed at the situation. The good news is that there are some natural things that can help your wiggl...

If you are an on the go type of person, then you are all too familiar with the overall convenience of picking up a quick bite at the nearest fast food joint. While convenience here is the keyword, you are probably also well aware of the guilty feeling that often follows that super-sized meal of a burger, fries and a drink. With keeping that thought in mind, take heed in knowing that why opting for a fast grab at the nearest fast food place is not the best choice, you can actually make some pretty decent, health conscious choices, regardless of where you may find yourself! Here are some examples from some of the top fast food restaurants across the country: Kentucky Fried Chicken Instead of: KFC’s Chicken Pot Pie (790 calories, 45g fat, 37g saturated fat, 1970mg sodium and 75mg cholesterol!) Go For: Kentucky Grilled Chicken Whole Wing & Drumstick: 170 calories, 8.5g of fat, 23% daily value of sodium with Green Beans: 25 calories, 0g of fat, 10% daily value of sodi...