439: Eat This Way to Reduce Inflammation & Improve Your Chronic Health Condition | Jessica Murnane

<p>Jessica Murnane (IG: <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/jessicamurnane/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">@jessicamurnane</a>) is an author, speaker, and creative consultant.</p> <p>She has written two books - the cookbook <a href= "https://geni.us/A4Tw" target="_blank" rel="noopener">One Part Plant: A Simple Guide To Eating Real One Meal At A Time</a> and <a href="https://geni.us/t3Ma" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Know Your Endo: An Empowering Guide To Health + Hope With Endometriosis</a>.</p> <p>Jessica is a sought-after speaker and host that's spoken at Apple, SXSW, and Wanderlust, among others.</p> <p>She has contributed to or appeared in several magazines and websites including Bon Appétit, Goop, Shape Magazine, and mindbodygreen.</p> <p><strong>In this episode, we discuss:</strong></p> <ul> <li>What is endometriosis (endo)?</li> <li>Jessica’s long road to getting a diagnosis</li> <li>Bringing awareness to people suffering with endo</li> <li>The mental health aspect of dealing with a chronic illness</li> <li>Pushing through the pain</li> <li>Understanding genetic factors vs. lifestyle factors for endo</li> <li>The conventional medicine approach to endo</li> <li>Birth control pills can negatively affect mental health</li> <li>How endo impacts all aspects of life & relationships</li> <li>Tips for supporting your partner with their endo</li> <li>Dietary & lifestyle changes can reduce inflammation</li> <li>Seeing countless doctors over the years for various symptoms</li> <li>Transitioning to a plant-based diet for healing</li> <li>Feeling better physically & mentally after years of suffering</li> <li>Having an open mind to wellness practices</li> <li>Connecting joy with movement</li> <li>Foam rolling is an incredible tool for people with chronic pain</li> <li>Rebounders are great for your lymphatic system</li> <li>Your endo diet is unique to you</li> <li>How to get your family & friends to embrace your dietary changes</li> <li>Jessica’s thoughts on supplements & endo</li> <li>Using cannabis for chronic pain