Archive for March 2013
Is Your Child Suffering From Topical Steroid Addiction?
The scenario starts out almost the same for most patients. At some point you treated your child’s eczema or other type of skin inflammation, with a “harmless” over-the-counter topical steroid in hopes of resolving the problem. Sooner or later, that no longer provides relief, so you consult your child’s pediatrician only to be prescribed a…
Read MoreRaw Vegan Days 24-28 + The Truth About Red Skin Syndrome
Day 24 thru 28 – Raw Vegan and Red Skin Syndrome Awareness The Honest Truth About Red Skin Syndrome: The last few days have been really tough; I apologize for my delay in getting my raw vegan menu out to you guys. As Christine so kindly mentioned, I haven’t been able to use my hands.…
Read MoreKelp Noodles with Citrus Avocado Cardamom Dressing
For those who enjoy raw foods or not this kelp noodles recipe is a must try! This dish satisfies the taste-buds with a spicy aromatic flavor topped with a creamy citrus cardamom sauce. What is more, it’s low-calorie and gluten-free! For those with gluten allergies or sensitivities kelp noodles make a great alternative to pasta.…
Read MoreCitrus Avocado Cardamom Dressing
To start off I wanted to give you all an update on my friend and fellow blogger Heather Petersen. Many of you know that she suffers from Red Skin Syndrome and has been doing a 30 day raw vegan challenge to raise awareness it. While she has done really well on the diet, her body has…
Read MoreRaw Vegan Day 23 + Donate to ITSAN
Day 23 – Raw Vegan and Red Skin Syndrome Awareness Red Skin Syndrome Fireside Chat Yes, many of you have inquired and you can donate to the International Topical Steroid Addiction Network. ITSAN is still in the grass-roots stages of being a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt charity per the IRS of the USA and could really use…
Read MoreRaw Vegan Day 22 + Heirloom Tomato Soup Recipe
Day 22 – Raw Vegan and Red Skin Syndrome Awareness Week 4 begins today on a beautiful sunny day after several days of rain. I’m feeling a lot better today. It’s been an uphill battle since Sunday, but I’m always amazed how the sunshine makes such a difference. I feel like the dampness from the…
Read MoreGuest Post: Raw Vegan Days 20/21 + Butternut Squash “Couscous” Recipe
Day 20 and 21 – Raw Vegan and Red Skin Syndrome Awareness Sorry I got behind in my posts. Yesterday was a bit hectic, had to get my taxes done. Fun times! I wanted to say that for the last week my nut, oil and avocado intake have been really high. So by last night…
Read MoreRaw Vegan Day 19 + Ginger Citrus Salad Dressing Recipe
Day 19 – Raw Vegan and Red Skin Syndrome Awareness Wow, can you believe I only have 10 days left? This month has flown by. I am feeling much better today, thank you. Still burning arms and hands and a bit flarey on the décolleté, but nowhere near as bad as yesterday. Plus, I had…
Read MoreRaw Vegan Days 17/18 + Key Lime Cream Recipe
Weekend Update Day 17 & 18 – Raw Vegan and Red Skin Syndrome Awareness This weekend has had both ups and downs. Yesterday afternoon I had to go somewhere far away and a friend of mine chauffeured me around. I guess I over did it because, this morning, I flared pretty badly on the neck,…
Read MoreRaw Vegan Day 16 + Red Skin Syndrome Diagnosis
Day 16 – Raw Vegan and Red Skin Syndrome Diagnosis Red Skin Syndrome Fireside Chat: How does one figure out if they have Topical Corticosteroid Addiction (TSA)? If you have been prescribed Topical Corticosteroids to treat some form of Dermatitis and have been using it for more than 3 months daily. – or – If…
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