Staying hydrated with Multiple Sclerosis can feel impossible some days. Drink too little, and we risk fatigue and constipation. Drink too much, and we’re sprinting to the bathroom – sometimes in a race against time. Does that sound familiar? As a Nutritionist Specializing in Multiple Sclerosis, I talk with so many women living with MS […]

You’re scared, I know.  You’ve known something was off for a while, but now you have the answer. It’s the answer you never wanted.  You have MS.  You’re wondering… what is MS?!? Isn’t that what people have that end up in a wheelchair?  Are YOU going to end up in a wheelchair?  All the “what […]

It had been five years since my diagnosis of Relapsing-Remitting Multiple Sclerosis when I got the news that I was pregnant. My body was embarking on yet another journey: multiple sclerosis with pregnancy. I was newly married and so grateful that my lifelong dream of becoming a mother was coming true. Managing my diagnosis of […]

If you suffer from migraines, there’s only one question you want answered, what triggers migraines? Seriously, what could cause pain such debilitating?  I’m all too familiar with this question. My first migraine was in elementary school and I lived with them for decades. (You can check out my migraine story here.)  Over the years, migraines […]

How to Make a Wahls Protocol Easter Basket Want to make an Easter basket this year that will actually support your health and help you stay committed to the Wahls Protocol?  These are my top 5 recommendations Sweet tooth – coconut rolled dates and fruit strips Beyond sweets – seaweed strips, collagen packet and jerky […]

Have you ever struggled with the emotions of an autoimmune flare? The physical symptoms often get more attention, but the emotional side of healing can be just as hard. What’s even harder is that we often don’t have someone to talk to that gets it.  Well, on this episode that’s exactly what we’re diving into.  […]

Have you ever wondered how to travel with autoimmune disease so you can feel your best inside and out? Well, on this episode that’s exactly what you’ll find out. We’re going to walk you step by step through the process of how we travel with autoimmune disease, and by the end of it you’ll be […]

Welcome to the very first episode of the Autoimmune Besties Podcast! This show was created to unite the autoimmune community together and answer all your burning questions. I, Alene Brennan, and my co-host, Shanna Nemrow are your new autoimmune besties. Each week we’re sharing our personal stories, expert tips on what to eat, lifestyle hacks […]

“Don’t get pregnant, it could worsen your symptoms of multiple sclerosis.” This is the message women received prior to the 1950s. Now, we’re being told that not only is this not true, but we could experience relief from symptoms during pregnancy. If you’re confused about all the information about MS and pregnancy that’s out there, […]

Traveling while following a therapeutic diet, such as the Wahls Protocol or Autoimmune Protocol, can be challenging, but it’s not impossible.  In fact, sticking to your therapeutic diet is crucial to maintaining your health and energy levels while on the go.  So, how do you travel while staying compliant with your dietary restrictions?  Allow me […]

Forrest Gump described life as a box of chocolates – you never know what you’re gonna get. Living with MS is very similar. Waking up with MS each morning… you never know what you’re gonna get. Will this be a “normal” day? Hopefully. Will it be a day of heavy fatigue and having to readjust […]