Sugar is one of the leading causes of chronic inflammation in the body, and inflammation is the precursor to most modern diseases including interstitial cystitis.  Cutting sugar out of your body one of the hardest things to do and yet is one of the most important things you can do to speed up your healing progress, restore balance to the body, and increase your overall wellbeing.

Holly DeLong, MS, RDN is a registered Dietitian Nutritionist with a Master's Degree in nutrition and a background in Psychology and research.  Holly knows first hand the powerful impact food has on our mind and body. Using nutrition, she was able to overcome depression and learn how to manage interstitial cystitis. She now works with clients to guide them towards the same amazing results. 

Learn how IC affects men and women differently, how to identify root causes, and how to get the help you need from the right professionals. Dr. Amy Bock is a licensed physical therapist who dedicates her practice to the treatment of pelvic floor dysfunction and advocacy for pelvic health and wellness. She holds her pelvic health certification through the Providence Institute of Practice, Education, and Research (PIPER).

Dr. Nazanin Vassighi, ND is a Naturopathic Doctor and Associate Professor of Naturopathic Medicine and Homeopathy at Bastyr University California. She is an established speaker and her work has been published in Homeopathy Today and Naturopathic Doctor News-Review. 

Integrative and functional nutritionist Brianne Thornton, MS, RD, discusses the 10 pillars to healthy eating. The 7 Day Healthy Living Challenge starts in just a few days. Join us January 24-30th, and let's get healthy together. To reserve your spot, visit icwellness.org/shop

Navigating clean eating can seem overwhelming at times, so if you are feeling lost IC Wellness is here to support you. Contact us at https://icwellness.org/services  To view our blog post on Clean Eating 101 visit the IC Wellness Blog To join our 7 Day Healthy Living challenge please visit https://icwellness.org/shop

Integrative Nutrition Health Coach Shannon Rubenstone focuses specifically on helping women overcome chronic yeast infection and gut health issues. Using a holistic approach - taking diet, lifestyle, stress management, mindset, and more into account Shannon helps her clients overcome health issues and feel amazing. You can find her on Instagram @adios_candida or on her Website https://adioscandida.com

Are you a picky eater, or do you have a child that is one? Integrative and functional nutritionist Brianne Thronton, MS, RD, stops by to talk about ways you can increase your love for a variety of foods. 

Clean beauty is essential to our overall health and wellness. On today's podcast, Beautycounter consultant Andrea Settergren talks about the importance of using products without ingredients shown to impact human health or the environment negatively. To contact Andrea directly, please visit her website (https://olivemyjoy.com) or check her out on IG @olive.my.joy. 

In today's episode, I am joined by integrative and functional nutritionist Brianne Thorton, MS, RD, as we discuss ways to enjoy the holidays without fear or the need to compromise on the foods you love. To work with Brianne on customizing your diet for optimal health, visit https://icwellness.org/services

Evan Hughes is one of the BEST Practitioners at Hope4Cancer Treatment Centers. He is focused on meeting the Behavioral, Emotional, and Spiritual needs of those battling cancer and the heartbreaks of life. In this episode, he shares the incredible story that left him fighting for his life, his profound faith and trust in God, and encouragement for those of us amid a difficult season. 

Many women struggle with hormone imbalance, but because it has been so normalized, we often don't recognize the signs and symptoms. Dr. Akehurst brings her knowledge and expertise on this subject, and it is quite fascinating.  To contact Dr. Carley Akehurst through her website, visit doctorakehurst.com. If you live in the Vancouver, BC area, you can contact her at @mint_integrative. Don't forget to follow her on IG @drcarleyakehurst. 

Rosey Sumrall is a meditation teacher and author of the book Eating for IC. She shares food photography with a focus on mindfulness and gratitude on her Instagram page WellandZen. 

Dr. Heather Jeffcoat is the founder of Fusion Wellness & Famina Physical Therapy in Los Angles. She is also the author of the book Sex Without pain: A Self Treatment Guide to the Sex Life You Deserve. Use the code ICWellness20 and Get 20% off her book at Sexwithoutpain.com 

When oxalates enter the bloodstream and filter through the kidney to enter the bladder, they can form crystals. These oxalate crystals are thought to resemble broken glass structures, which irritate the bladder lining and potentially attach to glycoproteins and form bladder calculi. Foods that are high in oxalates which in turn will decrease irritation to the bladder, bladder pain, urgency, or frequency. https://icwellness.org/blog-post/are-oxalates-to-blame-for-your-ic-pain/

My guest today is Michelle Milheiras, who is the founder of The Happy Pelvis.  Michelle lives in Toronto, Canada, and has lived with chronic pelvic pain most of her life. Michelle worked as a designer on one of Canada’s top media companies but in January 2018 had to go on disability following a diagnosis of IC, endo, pelvic floor dysfunction, fibromyalgia, and Lupus. Michelle decided to start her blog, The Happy Pelvis, to document her pelvic health journey. https://thehappypelvis.ca

Sending IC into remission, or at minimum reducing symptoms, may not be possible for some unless the obstacles that are interfering with the immune system’s ability to function are addressed and removed. The good news is that once you begin to make the necessary dietary and lifestyle changes to bring about real change, your health will begin to improve. https://icwellness.org/start-here/

Help in on the way! An IC flare can be super frustrating and extremely stressful, but there are things that you can do to begin reducing symptoms!  https://icwellness.org/blog-post/21-things-to-do-if-you-are-experiencing-an-ic-flare/

Dr. Akehurst stopped by to discuss the signs and symptoms of hormone imbalance and how it affects the bladder. Learn what a normal cycle looks like and how hormones fluctuate naturally throughout the month, how to identify hormone imbalance, whether or not PMS is normal, and what testing options are currently available.

Tracy Alexis, Ph.D., is the author of the recently published book Interstitial Cystitis: A Personal Journey of COMPLETE Healing!

2020 has been a challenging year for many of us, myself included. In this episode, I share a personal message about life, health, and hope.

Lisa King, AKA "The Fulfilled Pharmacist," stops by to talk about diet, lifestyle, and mindset.

Nicole Sachs, LCSW, is a speaker, writer, podcaster, and psychotherapist who has dedicated her work and her practice to the treatment of chronic pain, symptoms, syndromes, and conditions. She is the author of the book The Meaning of Truth, and the online course FREEDOM FROM CHRONIC PAIN. Her brand, The Cure for Chronic Pain, includes a Website, Podcast, and YouTube Channel. Her personal experience, as well as work with thousands of people around the world, have shaped and evolved Nicole’s...

Interstitial cystitis can interrupt your sleep, but identifying root causes will help restore balance so that you can get back to enjoying a good night's rest.

Learn how to boost immune function for optimal health with integrative and functional nutritionist Brianne Thornton, MS, RD. For additional support or details on what was discussed during this podcast, please visit https://icwellness.org/blog-post/lifestyle-tips-to-boost-immunity/