Today I talk about anti-inflammatory diets and why I choose to go gluten, dairy, soy, and processed sugar free for a while. Anti-inflammatory diets can actually be very beneficial for those suffering from migraine. In the episode in talk about how it only worked for about 6 months for me then my headaches & migraine attacks came back but I tried re doing the "diet" this summer again and Its been working great ever since! Let me know if you eat on an anti-inflammatory diet because of migraine or a chronic illness. Has it helped? Is it hard? Do you love or hated it? 

Also, I talked about drinking water and the importance of it BUT, remember water will NEVER cure a brain injury, concussion, or chronic illness! 

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Today I talk about how to say NO. Yes one of the hardest things to do when living with an invisible injury/illness but, I dive in a talk about how it is truly okay to say no to that party, or that friend, or that family function when you just aren't feeling well or up to it! I discuss a beautiful quote from @hopeafterheadinjury's IG page and talk why its important for us concussion fighters to say no when we are not feeling good. 

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Check out Cristabelle IG: @hopeafterheadinjury & Podcast: https://cristabellebraden.com/declarationlife 

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Today I get a little personal and talk about my journey with my concussions and sports and how I my coaches forced me into doing something I was uncomfortable with, that kept giving me symptoms. I also mention rowans law and that if you have a concussion or suspect one STOP and don't participate in sports! 

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On today’s episode on the podcast I talk all about massage therapy & the benefits that it has for migraine sufferers. I am currently studying to be a registered massage therapist (rmt) so I am learning a few things. What are some of the benefits?

*️⃣Massage can decrease pain & can decrease the muscle testing tension

*️⃣ Increase overall relaxation response which can decrease stress & anxiety.

*️⃣ Promotes circulation & blood flow

*️⃣ Decrease frequency of migraine attacks or headaches

➡️ But you must go on a regular basis. If you don’t go frequently there will be no benefit. You and your therapist will create a treatment plan that works for you and your body!

*️⃣ There are so many more benefits!

➡️ I also talk about SELF CARE!!! This is something that your therapist will send you home with to ‘make the benefits of the treatment go further’ but it’s important you actually do them at home. If you slide left in my IG post you can see I’ve posted instructions to some examples of some hydrotherapy self care. These are great for headaches & migraine attacks. Obviously it’s not going to take it away but it may feel nice or be a good preventive if you do this every other night. I’ve also posted a few neck exercises along with my favorite neck pain products. I highly suggest if you have neck pain getting a lacrosse ball or even a tennis ball and go up against a wall with the ball and put in between your neck (see video on my IG post for details) If you have any questions or want more details on any of this information send me a DM on IG or drop a comment below!

*I am not a medical professional* (You should always consult with your health care provider before trying something new)

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Today I talk about memory & concentration, and how when we have a concussion or TBI how our memory & concentration is impacted. I also share some tips and tricks from Sunny Brooks Health Science Centre, I really hope you enjoy this episode and if you don't forget to like it, and follow the podcast!

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Sun Brook Health Science Centre PDF: https://sunnybrook.ca/uploads/1/programs/brain-sciences/concussion/concussion-handbook.pdf

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On today's episode I talk ALL about Chronic migraine, and the terrible illness it is, and all the hurdles we have to go through. Chronic migraine is a highly disabling chronic disorder defined as "having at least 15 headache days a month, with at least 8 days of having headaches with migraine features, for more than 3 months." -American Migraine Foundation. Please keep in mine when I say migraine or migraines I mean migraine attack. With chronic migraine it isn’t just a “headache” its so much more. It's dizziness, nausea, light & noise sensitivity and much more! If you enjoy today's episode make sure to like, follow, and share the podcast! 

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Daneil Carillo Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K4BySsH6FgQ 

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Today we discuss fatigue and how to conserve your energy after a concussionI talk about the 4 P's from Sunny Brook Health Science Centre and give many tips and tricks! I hope you enjoy this episode, and if you do please feel free to share it. 

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Here is the Handbook: (conserving energy is on pg.14) https://sunnybrook.ca/uploads/1/programs/brain-sciences/concussion/concussion-handbook.pdf

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Today we talk about overstimulation... you know those bright lights in the grocery store, or the noise from the chatter from your family members. Yep its gets me every time! :( I also share some tips of what I do to prevent overstimulation but sometimes it's just not preventable. I hope you enjoy todays episode and if you do, I'd love if you would share it!

*I recored this over a year ago so some things have changed, so pls disregard that. :) I am still new to all this so, and trying my best.*

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Welcome to the first episode, today I share my story so that you will have an understanding going forward of what my life looks like, and what I've been through. I hope you follow along for more episodes talking about concussion, and chronic migraine! I'm excited to start this journey of sharing and building a community to spread awareness and let others know they are not alone. Thanks for listening and stay tuned for the next episode. 

(I just want to say that this episode is a bit cringy, but thank you for listening to my first episode)

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