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Seed Oils: Why Most People Feel Better Reducing Them

Seed oils are one of the most debated topics in modern nutrition. Some people insist they’re harmless. Others report feeling noticeably better when they reduce them. For people living with Multiple Chemical Sensitivity (MCS), fibromyalgia, autoimmune conditions, asthma, allergies, migraines, or other invisible illnesses, the question isn’t about trends — it’s about how food affects […]

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MCS and the Fight for Basic Accommodation

Living with MCS isn’t just about symptoms—it’s about being believed. If you’ve ever heard “You don’t look sick” or “A little fragrance can’t hurt you,” this post explains why fragrance-free spaces are basic accommodation, not a preference.

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You’re Not Alone: New Books & Awareness Gear to Support Your Journey

Living with chronic illness can feel invisible. When you’re dealing with symptoms that don’t always show—migraines, fatigue, anxiety, sensory overload, depression, brain fog, or chronic pain—it’s easy to feel misunderstood, dismissed, or just plain exhausted. That’s why I created HealNoMeds: a space to share tools, encouragement, and awareness for people living with conditions like MCS,

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How a Simple Shirt Can Make a Difference

One time, I was running errands while wearing my “Perfume Gives Me Migraines” tee. A woman behind me in line at the store gently asked, “Really? Is that true?”I explained how even small amounts of synthetic fragrance can trigger days of migraines and nausea for people with MCS or sensitivities. She looked down at her

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Are Your Low-E Windows Blocking More Than Just Heat?

How Low-E Glass Could Be Affecting People with MCS, Fatigue, or Chronic Illness We’re told to stay inside for safety. Keep cool in the summer, warm in the winter. Use energy-efficient windows to save on electricity. But what if this “efficiency” is stealing something vital from your body? If you live with Multiple Chemical Sensitivity

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It’s Not “Just In Your Head” – How To Be Heard

For over a year, I kept telling my primary care doctor that fragrances and perfumes were making me extremely sick — migraines, nausea, brain fog, feeling like I was being poisoned.And for over a year, she kept telling me, “That’s not possible.”“It’s just in your head.”“You must be anxious.” Every time she dismissed me, it