Traditional Bone Broth in Modern Health and Disease

Quite a few years ago, I was experiencing pains in my uterus. After quite some back and forth from various gynecologists, I was pretty much left to my own devices to find out just what the matter was. After some research and frustration, I determined that my best option was to get a transvaginal ultrasound. The results of those tests revealed that I had a cyst and a fibroid.

I was also told that I'd have to basically watch and wait as I was 'only experiencing discomfort and no actual pain. Over time, I changed my diet. I went Paleo and cut out gluten, dairy, sugar, corn and soy. it was the best thing I ever did. My periods returned to normal, I no longer experience pms and have no uterine discomfort.

One of the things I have found very healing is bone broth. This article gives a great overview of it's many benefits and it's so easy to make. If you make it over the weekend, it'll last for most of the week. Even better if you own a pressure cooker which means less time in the kitchen. Have a look.

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The Myth of a Safer Hospital Birth for Low-Risk Pregnancies

While I don't have children, I do feel strongly about the idea of women having as many options available to her so that giving birth is a true expression of who she is. Unfortunately, when one is hospitalized for any condition, they are usually quite vulnerable and not at all in the best position to advocate for themselves.

This article by Dr. Mercola outlines some interesting reasons why home births may be something for women to consider.

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Parody: Fotoshop by Adobé

 

 

This is definitely a case of funny but true. Incredibly well made, the video, by Jesse Rosten, is a sendup on the Photoshopping industry that takes place in the media at large - the results of which have been truly devastating to people of all races, sexual affiliations and genders. If we choose to, we can take this as an important lesson in not only how the notion of being oneself is disparaged within society, but like a virus, contaminates us individually. With such awareness, perhaps we can then begin to make choices that encourage us to be more accepting of ourselves as we really are. Have a look.

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Losing Femininity in the Elusive Search for Kansas

One thing that's been on my mind often lately is relationships. Whether they be familial, between strangers or with oneself, I find it interesting just how far we as a society have drifted from each other on a spiritual level. This profound chasm of fear has led us all to find enemies where none exist.

We have become so divorced from our divine creative force - true femininity that goes beyond the bounds of gender - that sometimes I wonder if we will ever find our way back from the precipice. This article outlines some of the very real concerns we face today as a result of losing our way. Enjoy.

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High Priestess in the Pulpit: A Theory on the Feminist Vegetarian/Vegan Movement

I was a vegetarian for about three years. When I think about the reasons for it, I found that my initial decision was to eat as low on the food chain as humanly possible in order to lessen the amount of suffering on the planet.

As a woman, I knew what it was to be subjected to sexism and objectified. Because of this, I didn't want to perpetuate the cycle any longer. I wanted to be a part of the solution if even in a small way.

I've often thought about the psychological reasons behind my choice and think this article explains it fairly well. Have a look. And for the French speakers. :)

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