One of the first things that people ask me when I first tell them that I’ve been diagnosed with Celiac Disease is, “So that means you can’t have any bread, right?” While it’s true that I can’t have any wheat bread, that doesn’t mean that I have to give up bread forever. After picking up a few loaves of gluten-free bread at the grocery store (and quickly putting them back…
The doctor called today with the results of my biopsy. I have been officially diagnosed with Celiac Disease. After sharing the news with my family, I put it out on Twitter. People seemed to be torn between saying “Congratulations!” and saying “I’m sorry.” Let me just say that there is no reason to feel bad. This is a time to celebrate! I have already gone almost a week eating gluten-free…
I always know it’s been a good week when the laundry basket is full of workout clothes. Since I own my favorite Nike Tempo running shorts in almost every color, the more colorful the basket the better. Unfortunately, with my tummy troubles and recent exhaustion, the only workout clothes finding their way into the laundry room were a pair of leggings and a comfy Underarmour tank top. I wore them…
Yesterday morning I had my upper endoscopy. Although the procedure itself is pretty easy on the body, the anaesthesia medication knocked me out all day. I have absolutely no memory of getting dressed, getting in the car, drinking a milkshake and getting into bed. Apparently I was chatting with the doctor and giving goofy grins to my friends and family until I passed out at home. I spent most of the…
Tired. I’m so tired. Depleted. Exhausted. How can this be? The girl who celebrates fruits and vegetables every week, the girl who does 5000 lunges for charity then 3000 more just for fun? The girl who teaches you about oats and chia seeds, circuit-training and goal-setting? Why am I so tired? What is wrong with this picture? I’ve dealt with stomach issues for as long as I can remember. I…
Last week, the kids and I were invited to a blogger breakfast hosted by Love Grown Foods. They had sent me some granola last month, so I was already a fan (it’s delicious!!). Hanging out with Alex and Maddy, the creators of this health-food company gave me an even greater appreciation for what they are doing. This young couple started Love Grown Foods because of their passion for health and…