The Jesse Chappus Show 439: Eat This Way to Reduce Inflammation & Improve Your Chronic Health Condition | Jessica Murnane
Watch the full video interview on YouTube here: https://bit.ly/jessicamurnane439
Jessica Murnane (IG: @jessicamurnane) is an author, speaker, and creative consultant.
She has written two books - the cookbook One Part Plant: A Simple Guide To Eating Real One Meal At A Time and Know Your Endo: An Empowering Guide To Health + Hope With Endometriosis.
Jessica is a sought-after speaker and host that's spoken at Apple, SXSW, and Wanderlust, among others.
She has contributed to or appeared in several magazines and websites including Bon Appétit, Goop, Shape Magazine, and mindbodygreen.
In this episode, we discuss:
- What is endometriosis (endo)?
- Jessica's long road to getting a diagnosis
- Bringing awareness to people suffering with endo
- The mental health aspect of dealing with a chronic illness
- Pushing through the pain
- Understanding genetic factors vs. lifestyle factors for endo
- The conventional medicine approach to endo
- Birth control pills can negatively affect mental health
- How endo impacts all aspects of life & relationships
- Tips for supporting your partner with their endo
- Dietary & lifestyle changes can reduce inflammation
- Seeing countless doctors over the years for various symptoms
- Transitioning to a plant-based diet for healing
- Feeling better physically & mentally after years of suffering
- Having an open mind to wellness practices
- Connecting joy with movement
- Foam rolling is an incredible tool for people with chronic pain
- Rebounders are great for your lymphatic system
- Your endo diet is unique to you
- How to get your family & friends to embrace your dietary changes
- Jessica's thoughts on supplements & endo
- Using cannabis for chronic pain
- The 2 different types of surgery for endometriosis
- Mindful walking is a stress management tool
- Preparing for menopause
- Practicing self-compassion helps you calm down
- The reality of living with endo
- Endometriosis awareness is so critical
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Related links:
Jessica Murnane - Know Your Endo (book)
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Jessica Murnane - One Part Plant (book)
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