Avoiding the candy bowl might look simple — but with an autoimmune disease, food decisions come with real health consequences.

This week, Desiree shares how to protect your body and your boundaries during the holiday season with:

✨ Scripts to decline food politely
✨ Potluck + office party survival strategies
✨ Mindset shifts that support your immune health
✨ A weekly confidence-building challenge

Protecting your health isn’t rude — it’s responsible. 🧡
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Join licensed naturopathic doctor and medicinal mushroom expert Anna Sitkoff, ND, on the Stronger Than Autoimmune podcast. She share with me, Desiree Werland, over a decade of experience blending clinical practice with research-based natural therapies. As Co-founder and Chief Science Officer of Lucidum Medicinals, Anna formulates evidence-backed mushroom supplements that support immune, lung, and nervous system health.

In this episode, Anna dives into:

• The therapeutic power of medicinal mushrooms

• Functional medicine strategies for chronic illness and autoimmune support

• Women’s health and postpartum wellness

• Practical, science-backed natural solutions for everyday vitality

This episode also features the Stronger Through ART Autoimmune Circle, a supportive space for autoimmune warriors to connect, create, and find community.

Join here: https://desireewerland-wellness-coach.as.me/schedule/77e60e1e/appointment/83959303/calendar/4614596?appointmentTypeIds[]=83959303

💛 Keep the love flowing:

• Drop a rating on Spotify

• Share a review on Apple

• Pass this episode to a warrior buddy who could use a boost of hope

Community & Support Resources:

• WAAA: Advocating for students & workers with autoimmune conditions – doubleutriplea.org

• Leapcure: Access to cutting-edge clinical trials – leapcure.com

• Adapt Naturals: Science-backed supplements, 20% off with code DEZ – adaptnaturals.com

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Managing an autoimmune condition while working or leading can feel isolating—but you don’t have to do it alone. 💬

In this 11-minute episode, Desiree Werland explores how building genuine community can ease inflammation, reduce burnout, and restore energy. Learn how to find supportive people, set healthy boundaries, and build workplace allies who get it.

🎨 Want a safe space to connect?
Join the Stronger Through ART Autoimmune Free Circle — a free community that helps you express, reflect, and reconnect through creativity and shared stories. No art experience required—just your heart and curiosity.
Join here: https://desireewerland-wellness-coach.as.me/schedule/77e60e1e/appointment/83959303/calendar/4614596?appointmentTypeIds[]=83959303

💚 Loving the vibes? Keep the love flowing:
⭐ Drop a rating on Spotify
💬 Leave a quick review on Apple
💌 Share this episode with a fellow warrior who needs a little hope today.

🌟 Organizations supporting our autoimmune community:

• Workers with Autoimmune Ailments Alliance (WAAA): doubleutriplea.org

• Leapcure: leapcure.com

• Adapt Naturals by Chris Kresser: Get 20% off with code DEZ → adaptnaturals.com

— From my heart to yours, I’m sending you nothing but love and good vibes. 💫

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What if your fatigue isn’t just from stress—but from your cells running low on energy?
In this empowering episode, we dive deep into mitochondrial health, autoimmune fatigue, and how to rebuild your body’s energy factory—starting with your next meal.

You’ll learn:
⚡ How inflammation affects your mitochondria (and your energy levels)
🍳 The best foods to rebuild cellular energy—with both omnivore and plant-based options
💪 The surprising movement strategy that signals your body to create more mitochondria
🌿 The truth about nutrients like CoQ10, selenium, and B vitamins—and how to get them naturally

Whether you’re leading meetings or managing flare days, this episode gives you science-backed strategies to balance ambition and autoimmune wellness.

🎨 Plus—join our Stronger Through ART Free Circle for Autoimmune, a monthly creative wellness gathering that lowers stress, inflammation, and isolation. No art skills needed.
👉 Sign up here: https://desireewerland-wellness-coach.as.me/schedule/77e60e1e/appointment/83959303/calendar/4614596?appointmentTypeIds[]=83959303

🎧 Subscribe for weekly episodes that blend science, strategy, and self-compassion for women thriving with autoimmune conditions.

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When life crumbles, you bake a new path. 🍪 In this inspiring Stronger Than Autoimmune episode, meet Carolyn, founder of Mightylicious Cookies, who turned her Celiac diagnosis into a thriving gluten-free cookie company.

After years of disappointment with crumbly, tasteless gluten-free treats, Carolyn decided to create her own recipe—gluten-free, healthy, and delicious. What started in her kitchen has grown into seven irresistible cookie flavors, including vegan options, sold online and in stores nationwide.

Order your today: https://mightylicious.com/

💖 Keep the love flowing: If you’re loving the vibes, drop a rating on Spotify, leave a quick review on Apple, or share this episode with a warrior buddy who could use a boost of hope!

🌟 Support our community:

• Workers with Autoimmune Ailments Alliance (WAAA): Fighting for students and workers with autoimmune conditions. Learn more at doubleutriplea.org

• Leapcure: Connecting patients with cutting-edge clinical trials and amplifying patient voices. Explore at leapcure.com

• Adapt Naturals by Chris Kresser: Nutrient-packed, science-based supplements. Snag 20% off your first order with code DEZ at adaptnaturals.com

— From my heart to yours, sending nothing but love and good vibes. 💌

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Think autoimmune conditions are rare or “just stress”? Think again. In this week’s Stronger Than Autoimmune: Boardroom to Breakroom Edition, host [Your Name] breaks down what everyone should know about autoimmune disease—because invisible conditions need visible support.

You’ll learn:
✅ The truth behind the top 3 myths about autoimmune disease (and what not to say at work)
✅ How managers and teams can create more inclusive, flexible workplaces
✅ Simple scripts to advocate for yourself—or support a coworker—with confidence
✅ Why autoimmune awareness is more than a health issue—it’s a leadership and culture issue

Whether you’re living with an autoimmune condition, leading a team, or just want to be a better ally, this 11-minute episode will change how you see health in the workplace.

🎧 Listen in to learn how to replace misunderstanding with empathy—and make your workplace stronger, healthier, and more human.

💛 Loving the vibes? Here’s how you can keep the love flowing:
✨ Drop a rating on Spotify
✨ Share a quick review on Apple Podcasts
✨ Pass this episode along to a warrior buddy who could use a boost of hope

🌟 Organizations Making an Impact for Our Community:

💪 Workers with Autoimmune Ailments Alliance (WAAA):
Fighting the good fight for students and workers with autoimmune conditions. Get involved or learn more at doubleutriplea.org.

🔬 Leapcure:
Connecting autoimmune patients with cutting-edge clinical trials and amplifying patient voices. Visit leapcure.com to learn more.

🌿 Adapt Naturals by Chris Kresser:
Science-backed, nutrient-packed supplements for foundational wellness. Snag 20% off your first order with code DEZ at adaptnaturals.com.

From my heart to yours, I’m sending nothing but love and good vibes.
Together, we’re stronger than autoimmune. 💛

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Can art really help manage autoimmune symptoms at work? In this episode of Stronger than Autoimmune: From Boardroom to Breakroom, we explore how creativity becomes a powerful wellness ally for professionals living with autoimmune disease.

You’ll learn:

• Simple art practices you can do at your desk in under 5 minutes

• How creative expression lowers stress, reduces inflammation, and improves focus

• Why companies like Google and Microsoft use creative breaks to boost workplace wellness

• How to use art as a healing tool without being “artsy”

Backed by recent research, this 11-minute episode blends science, strategy, and soul—showing you how to create your way to strength in both career and health.

If you’re loving the vibes, here’s how you can keep the love flowing: drop a rating on Spotify, share a quick review on Apple, or pass this episode along to a warrior buddy who could use a boost of hope.

Here are some awesome organizations killing it for our community:

• Workers with Autoimmune Ailments Alliance (WAAA): Fighting the good fight for students and workers with autoimmune conditions. Learn more or get involved 👉 ⁠doubleutriplea.org⁠

• Leapcure: Connecting patients with cutting-edge clinical trials and amplifying our voices. Check them out 👉 ⁠leapcure.com⁠

• Adapt Naturals by Chris Kresser: Science-backed nutrient supplements. Snag 20% off your first order with code DEZ 👉 ⁠adaptnaturals.com⁠

From my heart to yours, I’m sending you nothing but love and good vibes. 💙

Listen now and join our Stronger Through Art: Free Autoimmune Art Circle (meets the first Saturday of every month). First one is October 4th

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Women over 40 with autoimmune conditions often face longer recovery times after exercise—up to 40% longer, according to a 2023 study. In this episode of Stronger Than Autoimmune, we cover why movement feels different, three principles that make exercise work for your body, and a 5-minute morning routine to boost strength and energy.

Learn how to move smarter, respect your body’s limits, and build sustainable strength—even on flare days.

🎧 Listen now and start moving in ways that actually work for you!

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If you are Loving the vibes? Here’s howyou can keep the love flowing: drop a rating on Spotify, share a quick reviewon Apple, or pass this episode along to a warrior buddy who could use a boostof hope.

Here are some awesome organizations killing itfor our community :

Workers with Autoimmune AilmentsAlliance (WAAA):These folks are fighting the good fight for students and workers like us with autoimmune conditions. Want to get involved or learn more? Swing by doubleutriplea.org—they’d love to have you!

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Leapcure:

They’re all about hooking patients up withcutting-edge clinical trials and putting our voices front and center. Check them out at leapcure.com.

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— From my heart to yours, I’m sending you nothingbut love and good vibes.

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