Living with Endo- a Column By Jessica Duffin

September 20, 2018September 18, 2018

Preparing for a Holiday with Endometriosis

Columns, Living with Endo- a Column By Jessica Duffin

Tomorrow I’m heading off for a week’s holiday. I had been anticipating my period to start while we’re away, but luckily my period came early — which never happens ... Read more

September 13, 2018September 11, 2018

4 Activities to Boost Your Energy When You’re Feeling Fatigued

Columns, Living with Endo- a Column By Jessica Duffin

I’ve been experiencing stresses that affect my relaxation, resulting in an average of five to six hours of sleep a night. I’d argue that this isn’t enough rest for ... Read more

September 6, 2018September 4, 2018

How Endometriosis Changed My Life, Part 2

Columns, Living with Endo- a Column By Jessica Duffin

Last week, I wrote about how endometriosis healed my eating disorder, inspired a career in charity, and has led me on new adventures. Yes, endometriosis is hard, sometimes impossible ... Read more

August 30, 2018August 28, 2018

How Endometriosis Changed My Life, Part 1

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Endometriosis has changed my path in life, taken opportunities away, and caused me a great deal of suffering at times, but that’s not what this two-part series is about. ... Read more

August 23, 2018August 21, 2018

4 Ways to Use Magnesium for Endometriosis

Columns, Living with Endo- a Column By Jessica Duffin

How many of us are really aware of whether we’re getting the right amount of vitamins and minerals in our diet? And how many of us are aware of ... Read more

August 16, 2018August 15, 2018

Nutrition for Endometriosis: What I Really Eat in a Day, Part 4

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Dinner. It’s potentially my favorite meal of the day (it often competes with brunch), but no other mealtime causes so much stress or complication. Pinterest and YouTube are full ... Read more

August 9, 2018August 7, 2018

Nutrition for Endometriosis: What I Really Eat in a Day, Part 3

Columns, Living with Endo- a Column By Jessica Duffin

Third in a series. Read part one and part two. So, I’ve taken you through my basic go-to lunches and my favorite breakfasts – but what about snacks? I ... Read more

August 2, 2018July 31, 2018

Nutrition for Endometriosis: What I Really Eat in a Day, Part 2

Columns, Living with Endo- a Column By Jessica Duffin

Second in a series. Read part one. I really, really love to eat. I have Italian grandparents, and Sunday lunches and dinners at their house were always a big ... Read more

July 26, 2018July 24, 2018

Nutrition for Endometriosis: What I Really Eat In A Day, Part 1

Columns, Living with Endo- a Column By Jessica Duffin

It’s all very well reading about foods that can heighten inflammation or help support your liver, but what about when it comes to implementing these changes in your diet? ... Read more

July 19, 2018July 17, 2018

Exercise for Each Stage of Your Menstrual Cycle

Columns, Living with Endo- a Column By Jessica Duffin

I’ve always had a fairly complicated relationship with exercise. At times in my life, I’ve used exercise as a punishment, and so it’s been fairly hard to see as ... Read more