Living with Endo- a Column By Jessica Duffin

September 12, 2019September 10, 2019

5 Ways to Make Your Period Easier

Columns, Living with Endo- a Column By Jessica Duffin

My period arrived yesterday. I was out viewing apartments — or flats, as we call them here — and could feel the energy draining from my body. Putting one ... Read more

September 5, 2019September 3, 2019

What Happened When I Supplemented with Mushrooms

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Last year, I wrote about medicinal mushrooms and the science and theories behind their health benefits. I was curious to see whether mushrooms could have an impact on my ... Read more

August 29, 2019August 27, 2019

The Mysterious Case of SIBO and the Endo Belly

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Let’s talk about the endo belly. I know you know what I mean: How one minute you can fit into your jeans, and the next you need maternity wear. ... Read more

August 22, 2019August 20, 2019

The Struggle Between My Relationship and My Health

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It’s not always easy to take a mirror to your own reflection. Recently, I’ve been faced with some difficult feelings and realizations. I have an incredibly supportive partner, who ... Read more

August 15, 2019August 13, 2019

Tips for Reducing Sugar to Boost Your Health

Columns, Living with Endo- a Column By Jessica Duffin

One of the greatest dietary challenges is reducing sugar. Sugar is associated with fun times like sunny weekends at the beach enjoying ice cream, but also with some of ... Read more

August 8, 2019August 7, 2019

How I’m Hoping to Manage Both Endometriosis and Interstitial Cystitis

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I don’t usually despair when it comes to my physical health. For many years I felt helpless with my endometriosis pain, but I hadn’t experienced that degree of despondency ... Read more

August 1, 2019July 30, 2019

Why It’s Essential To Set Boundaries for Your Health

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I knew, even as I said I’d do it, that I was going to pay dearly. My sister had said she didn’t want a baby shower this time around, ... Read more

July 25, 2019July 23, 2019

Tips to Become an Endo Eco Warrior

Columns, Living with Endo- a Column By Jessica Duffin

Did you know this month is Plastic Free July? Plastic Free July is a global challenge that encourages people to minimize or go plastic-free in the month of July. ... Read more

July 18, 2019July 16, 2019

How Your Hormones Could Be Affecting Your Sleep

Columns, Living with Endo- a Column By Jessica Duffin

I’ve never had great sleep, but in the past couple of years, it has felt like this lack of sleep has affected me on deeper levels. Most of the ... Read more

July 11, 2019July 8, 2019

How to Be Your Own Health Detective

Columns, Living with Endo- a Column By Jessica Duffin

They call it endometriosis’s “evil twin,” and I couldn’t agree more with the name. Interstitial cystitis (IC) is a bladder condition that causes urine frequency, pressure on the bladder, and ... Read more