I was angry that "I wouldn't know" was an acceptable answer to an emergency doctor who should have given me more than half a second to understand my endometriosis. I was mad. And yet, there was nothing I could do about it.
Author: crampmystyle
HI there, I am the founder of a blog called crampmystyleblog which details my journey with endometriosis and ulcerative colitis. I am also the founder of Femade, a tool for women-centric healthcare.
Gluten and Dairy Free Shepherd’s Pie with Sweet Potato Crust
This is one of our favourite recipes and has so much flavor! One ingredient you will need to keep at home as a staple is nutritional yeast which we add to the crust for some added buttery/cheesy flavor. If you don't have this on hand, and can't obtain it, you can omit it from the… Continue reading Gluten and Dairy Free Shepherd’s Pie with Sweet Potato Crust
Banana Chocolate Chip Bread (Endo/UC)
This recipe was modified from a few different recipes that excluded milk (of all kinds) and was low on the fat such as butter or any substitutes. Take note a few things before beginning. 1) Always put the wet ingredients into the larger bowl as you ALWAYS add dry ingredients gradually to wet ingredients. 2)… Continue reading Banana Chocolate Chip Bread (Endo/UC)
Pan Roasted Brussels Sprouts (Endo)
This recipe is very easy and really is up to you how many brussels sprouts you would like to use for your meal. Most people who are turned off by brussels sprouts have typically only tried whole sprouts, boiled or roasted to smell like feet. But, these veggies can be made into a pretty darn… Continue reading Pan Roasted Brussels Sprouts (Endo)
Meatloaf with Gluten-free breadcrumbs (endo/UC)
What you will need: 2 lbs lean ground beef1 small onion, chopped finely3 garlic cloves, minced (or less, if you're not a garlic fan)3 tbsp bbq sauce (for the mix) and 1/4 cup bbq sauce for later3 tbsp dijon mustard2 tbsp worcestershire sauce 1/2 cup gluten free bread crumps (see notes below)salt, pepper, paprika and… Continue reading Meatloaf with Gluten-free breadcrumbs (endo/UC)
How I described pain as endometrial lesions spread throughout my body
I got up to pee in the middle of the night, the whole world dark around me. I sat there, relishing in the mere moment where my mind and body were disillusioned by the fact that I was half asleep and too withdrawn to feel the pain. But as my body started waking up I… Continue reading How I described pain as endometrial lesions spread throughout my body
Vegetarian Shakshuka (Endo/UC)
What you will need (per serving): 3/4 cups veggies (either chopped tomato, tomato puree or pureed soup)2 eggssalt and pepercayenne spice optionalfresh basil for garnish Traditional shakshuka is made with cooked down tomato, egg, spices and sausage. When I have time, I chop up tomato and reduce it down to a sauce. If you have… Continue reading Vegetarian Shakshuka (Endo/UC)
Potato and Egg Muffins
What you will need: 6 large or 8 medium potatoes12 eggssalt and pepper6 tablespoons goat cheese (optional)salt, pepper and paprika to taste I have made many variations of this recipe and trust me this version works the best. Most recipes will call for cooked potatoes but I find it turns into mushy potato whereas I… Continue reading Potato and Egg Muffins
The math doesn’t add up
I don't know if anyone reads blogs anymore; certainly with Instagram and Twitter taking the main stage for social media. But, to me this is the only place I can fully capture the emotions that I endure throughout these new stages of my journey. I'm struggling with the words though because things are not adding… Continue reading The math doesn’t add up
I told them ‘morphine makes me worse’
Some would say I have been dealt a shitty hand in health. And those who know me would likely tell you I have a fairly positive predisposition no matter what gets thrown at me. There is not much by way of my medical journey that gets me mad. Upset, yes, but mad... not that often.… Continue reading I told them ‘morphine makes me worse’
