The Pickle Jar

Welcome back to the PICKLE JAR...Jill has been quiet on her journey the last few months as her journey took her down a dark and unexpected path. She is back in this episode to share with you about the weekly IV treatments she has been receiving and how they have improved her quality of life. Improving her quality of life and listening to the signals from her body Jill knows are essential in keeping her from a life-threatening crisis.

The stories shared by guests in the PICKLE JAR have given Jill renewed strength and determination. We are blessed to have the connection of social media to have conversations about our journeys and use our stories to open conversations with our medical teams, family and friends.

We are like Dorothy after she lands in OZ. She was determined to go home. She had no doubt...Dorothy knew in her heart she would get back to Auntie Em. But it started at the start of the yellow brick road. With each step, she gained strength and along her journey, she found true friends who loved her unconditionally to help her get home. Jill is forever grateful for you being part of her family. Allowing her to be open and honest.

She knows YOU KNOW. We are in this together. One step at a time along the yellow brick road...we will get to the Emerald City...we will get home.

Stay tuned for upcoming episodes when Jill shares in the PICKLE JAR the emotional ups and downs she has been experiencing and what she is doing to take steps forward in her life.

Welcome to the PICKLE JAR Scott who shares with us his UNIQUE and INCREDIBLE journey of living a life with Addison's disease. This episode is a MUST listen to, especially for those who are struggling with the hope of having a quality of life with adrenal insufficiency. Scott's lifetime with ADDISON'S will help you take those next small but meaningful steps toward wellness. Scott has a lifetime of experience and encouragement to share as he was diagnosed with Addison's disease at the age of 4. He admits his life has been typical as with any illness of good days and bad days but he has learned valuable life skills to MANEUVER and navigate his way to a fulfilled life.

He started life as what was described as a psychotic, grumpy child but once diagnosed he competed in swimming and water polo and grew into a young adult experiencing the typical stressors of life. He became a self-proclaimed overachiever but learned through life experience how to manage his illness and live a full life.

If you have children with Addison's disease Scott is a role model that LIFE is possible with Addison's disease. Constant management, building a toolbox of well-being management skills and your life will propel you to the best quality of life. And life is BEAUTIFUL!

From this episode, you will be empowered to start taking those next small steps in your wellness. Consistent steps forward that WILL improve your quality of life.

You are ready for progress. You are ready to make changes. Take Scott's journey to the heart. It is possible my friend, slow, small steps, start conversations, explore your options..make changes, listen to your body and listen to your heart. Show compassion to yourself and your world will change. You got this!

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Welcome BACK into the Pickle Jar for this much-needed episode about GRIEVING YOUR LIFE Before and After a Chronic Illness. When you are diagnosed with a chronic illness you are not TOLD you will likely be FLOODED with overwhelming emotions of anger, depression, guilt and anxiety. That you will feel isolated and likely lose people from your social circle. This is a reality for most when diagnosed with a chronic illness. We need to acknowledge that is REAL and we need to have the tools to manage these emotions and situations and move forward. Our guest Candice shared with us her amazing journey in episode 105 of being diagnosed with Addison's Disease. Candice graciously came back into THE PICKLE JAR is share her expertise as a PSYCHO THERAPIST. Join us as Candice explains the 9 STAGES OF GRIEF with a Chronic Illness. From denial and disorder to anger, depression, withdrawal and more. Her episode will validate that what you feel is real and can be managed with the proper tools in place. Part of having a chronic illness and QUALITY OF LIFE is managing your mental health. This episode will help you on that journey. This episode will help you take a STEP FORWARD in your mental health. Life is a journey and having a chronic illness is not your fault. New rules can bring NEW JOYS. And your social circle maybe be TIGHTER but it is BRIGHTER. This episode will help you put an ACTION PLAN in place for your mental well-being. LISTEN TO E105 - ONE RARE AILMENT LEADS TO ANOTHER Interested in learning more about being on the podcast. Sign up here for no obligation chat with me. Or email me at thepicklejar@rogers.com https://chronicallyfit.offeringtree.com/offerings Join the CHRONICALLY FIT COMMUNITY HERE: https://www.facebook.com/groups/chronicallyfitcommunity Check out Jill's $25 OFF PROMO OFF until May 31, 2023 - CODE: PICKLEJAR $25 of 2 or 4-week Virtual Package or 10 session packages. Message me if you have any questions thepicklejar@rogers.com https://chronicallyfit.offeringtree.com/ Check out Jill's YouTube channel "CHRONICALLY FIT CANADA" https://www.youtube.com/chronicallyfitcanada THE PICKLE JAR Podcast is running on love and determination. If you would like to make a contribution to cover costs it would be greatly appreciated.     https://gofund.me/155401bb If you would like to share your journey on THE PICKLE JAR please email me at thepicklejar@rogers.com DISCLAIMER: The information from THE PICKLE JAR represents the experiences of the host Jill Battle and the individual experiences of each guest.  No information is intended to provide or replace the medical advice of a medical professional.  The host or guests are not liable for any negative consequences from any treatment, action, application or preparation, to any person following the information from the podcast.

Welcome to THE PICKLE JAR PODCAST another AMAZING episode to INSPIRE those living with adrenal insufficiency. Allyson is less than ONE year into her journey with Addison's disease and has already established a positive outlook and resumed a fully active life. She acknowledges that she has a lot to learn with living with Addison's disease but her mindset of TAKE THINGS AS THEY COME is a needed reminder for all of us living with a chronic illness.

Her story begins in the midst of the pandemic and when life began to 'go back to normal routines' Allyson's body was quick to signal to her that something was not right on the inside. She acted on her instinct and investigated further. With a medical team that did blood work for cortisol and sodium...her considering low levels quickly had her to an endocrinologist for answers. And the answer was ADDISON'S.

Listen to Allyson as she shares her inspiring story of hope and her positive outlook on living life with Addison's disease.

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Join the CHRONICALLY FIT COMMUNITY HERE: https://www.facebook.com/groups/chronicallyfitcommunity Check out Jill's $25 OFF PROMO OFF until May 31, 2023 - CODE: PICKLEJAR $25 of 2 or 4-week Virtual Package or 10 session packages. Message me if you have any questions thepicklejar@rogers.com https://chronicallyfit.offeringtree.com/ Check out Jill's YouTube channel "CHRONICALLY FIT CANADA" https://www.youtube.com/chronicallyfitcanada THE PICKLE JAR Podcast is running on love and determination. If you would like to make a contribution to cover costs it would be greatly appreciated.     https://gofund.me/155401bb If you would like to share your journey on THE PICKLE JAR please email me at thepicklejar@rogers.com DISCLAIMER: The information from THE PICKLE JAR represents the experiences of the host Jill Battle and the individual experiences of each guest.  No information is intended to provide or replace the medical advice of a medical professional.  The host or guests are not liable for any negative consequences from any treatment, action, application or preparation, to any person following the information from the podcast.

Welcome into THE PICKLE JAR. Ronda's journey with secondary adrenal insufficiency sounds all too familiar. A journey that starts in college with unusual symptoms that eventually leads to the discovery of a large pituitary tumour. Cushing disease was diagnosed years later. Unsuccessful surgery then radiation and eventually the slow death of the pituitary gland led Ronda to a life living with secondary adrenal insufficiency. She was told she would just 'need a little pill' to manage her AI but its progression left her bedridden and unable to work. She had a knowledgeable medical team but they were uneducated in the treatment of adrenal insufficiency. Through social media, she became aware of people with AI using the infusion pump for treatment. With a lack of hormonal support from her pituitary and adrenal glands, she searched for an endocrinologist who would assist her with further treatment. Prior to the pandemic, her journey led her to find an endocrinologist with experience with AI and infusion pump treatment. Together with a tag team of endocrinologists, they start putting her 'puzzle' of hormones back together.

She has been using the infusion pump for over 3 years and is gaining herself back physically and emotionally. Her quality of life has improved. She has a positive outlook for her future.

Ronda reminds us of the importance of self-advocacy, to have boundaries and that we need to keep looking ahead with our AI to improve our quality of life and prevent a crisis.

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DISCLAIMER: The information from THE PICKLE JAR represents the experiences of the host Jill Battle and the individual experiences of each guest.  No information is intended to provide or replace the medical advice of a medical professional.  The host or guests are not liable for any negative consequences from any treatment, action, application or preparation, to any person following the information from the podcast.

Welcome to the PICKLE JAR. In this episode, Jill does her best to walk you through the quick and easy process of changing her infusion pump. You can watch this episode on the CHRONICALLY FIT CANADA YouTube (link below).

Jill changes her pump about every 2 1/2 days. It is a very fast and easy process. People living with ADRENAL INSUFFICIENCY need to be aware that is a treatment option for them. If you use the pump please reach out to Jill to share your journey in the PICKLE JAR.

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THE PICKLE JAR Podcast is running on love and determination.

If you would like to make a contribution to cover costs it would be greatly appreciated.     https://gofund.me/155401bb

If you would like to share your journey on THE PICKLE JAR please email me at thepicklejar@rogers.com

DISCLAIMER: The information from THE PICKLE JAR represents the experiences of the host Jill Battle and the individual experiences of each guest.  No information is intended to provide or replace the medical advice of a medical professional.  The host or guests are not liable for any negative consequences from any treatment, action, application or preparation, to any person following the information from the podcast.

Welcome to the PICKLE JAR PODCAST. Amy's shares with us the struggles with her health that started the moment she was born and she was considered failure to thrive. She was never 'well' in her childhood and eventually around the age of twelve was diagnosed with NON CLASSICAL CAH (Congential Adrenal Hyperplasia). The rarity of the condition and considering several other family members had CLASSIC CAH, doctors dismissed earlier diagnosis probability.

From the advice of her medical team in her early 20's, Amy had an adrenalectomy in hopes it would help her conceive her own child. Her struggles with her health now amplified now dealing with full adrenal insufficiency. She was now confronted with continuous adrenal crisis from poorly managed treatment on her adrenal insufficiency from her health care team.

After the heart breaking loss of her Day when she was 33, Amy came to the realization that the end of her life was near. Doctors provided no hope, and she was physically and emotional exhausted. Death seemed inevitable so she venture to California with her mom for one last walk on the beach.

While in California, a major adrenal crisis nearly cost her life. Amy shares the very personal and moving experience that brought her back from the edges of death and gave her back her strength to fight.

6 years later, Amy had overcome numerous obstacles mentally and physically. She has regained her strength physically and emotionally. Her quality of life has completely changed and she is living life to the fullest. Amy surrounded herself with a medical team that listens and fights for her quality of life, educated herself and took it all on with a positive attitude.

A inspirational story that will renew your hope in regaining your quality of life! Never give up!

Check out Jill's YouTube channel "CHRONICALLY FIT CANADA"

THE PICKLE JAR Podcast is running on love and determination.

If you would like to make a contribution to cover costs it would be greatly appreciated.     https://gofund.me/155401bb

If you would like to share your journey on THE PICKLE JAR please email me at thepicklejar@rogers.com

DISCLAIMER: The information from THE PICKLE JAR represents the experiences of the host Jill Battle and the individual experiences of each guest.  No information is intended to provide or replace the medical advice of a medical professional.  The host or guests are not liable for any negative consequences from any treatment, action, application or preparation, to any person following the information from the podcast.

Welcome into the Pickle Jar. In this episode Jill walks you through how to do an emergency injection. Adrenal crisis is SERIOUS and LIFE THREATENING for people living with adrenal insufficiency. People living with adrenal insufficiency and their advocates need to be prepared for an adrenal crisis. EMERGENCY INJECTION KITS are essential for everyone living with adrenal insufficiency.

Jill walks you through what needs to be in a kit, how to advocate for a kit, how to perform an injection and some great tips to help you be prepared. Remember Jill is not a medical professional. She is always provide you with the best information she can. Please always consult with your health care time for any advice.

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THE PICKLE JAR Podcast is running on love and determination.

If you would like to make a contribution to cover costs it would be greatly appreciated.     https://gofund.me/155401bb

If you would like to share your journey on THE PICKLE JAR please email me at thepicklejar@rogers.com

DISCLAIMER: The information from THE PICKLE JAR represents the experiences of the host Jill Battle and the individual experiences of each guest.  No information is intended to provide or replace the medical advice of a medical professional.  The host or guests are not liable for any negative consequences from any treatment, action, application or preparation, to any person following the information from the podcast.

Welcome to the PICKLE JAR....You are my family and safety is TOP PRIORITY especially if you have ADRENAL INSUFFICIENCY. I have being using Road Id for over 10 years and I love the peace of mind it gives me to LIVE MY LIFE. So many options you will find one that works for you and your lifestyle. YOUR DOGGIE TOO!! Whether is it is Road Id or another form of a medical bracelet it is ESSENTIAL to have a voice when you do not have one.

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Welcome into the PICKLE JAR....in this episode Candice shares her 10 year journey with Addison's Disease. At 17 she was diagnosed with endometriosis but was fortunate to be be blessed with two 'miracle' babies. Shortly following her daughters birth in 2012 she was diagnosed with gastroparesis and was experiencing migraines. Treating these ailments with steroids and the dramatic change in Candice's health with this treatment, alerted herself and her main advocate, her mom that there may be more going on with Candice.

Research lead them to the possibility of Addison's Disease. Educating and advocating for her treatment has been key to her quality of life and has Candice believes has saved her life. Taking about 2 years for an unofficial diagnosis as the concern was taking Candice off steroids to confirm Addison's. But with time and declining health official answers were needed.

Years later Candice has experienced the ups and downs of this illness. She has also recognizes the blessings and gifts in her life.

Practical tips from advocating, to build a medical teams, dealing with mental health of chronic illness, family protocols and using your cell phone...her story will help you move forward with your Addison's Disease.

Check out Jill's YouTube channel "CHRONICALLY FIT CANADA"

THE PICKLE JAR Podcast is running on love and determination.

If you would like to make a contribution to cover costs it would be greatly appreciated.     https://gofund.me/155401bb

If you would like to share your journey on THE PICKLE JAR please email me at thepicklejar@rogers.com

DISCLAIMER: The information from THE PICKLE JAR represents the experiences of the host Jill Battle and the individual experiences of each guest.  No information is intended to provide or replace the medical advice of a medical professional.  The host or guests are not liable for any negative consequences from any treatment, action, application or preparation, to any person following the information from the podcast.

Welcome back into the PICKLE JAR. I wanted to let you know this girl jumped out of the pickle jar and created her first awareness presentation video/slide show. It is available on my YouTube Channel CHRONICALLY FIT CANADA.

I believe when we empower ourselves with knowledge we can overcome this illness in many ways and improve our quality of life. Knowledge is our SUPER POWER,

My first presentation is an overview of Addison's Disease, Adrenal crisis, what do you need in an emergency injection kit, how to perform an injection, my TOP 10 TIPS to managing an adrenal crisis and I share a bit about my personal experience with having adrenal crisis.

You are welcome to share and use this video in any means that you choose. Education, awareness is desperately needed and this is an easy way to share this information.

Please keep in mine this girl is giving you what she knows as best as I can. I am not a medical professional and the presentation is simply information. Medical professionals should be consult for medical advice.

Here this the YouTube Link...more presentations are in the works so please subscribe to the channel so you are notify when I upload a new video.

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Until next time...be well my pickles and BATTLE STRONG!

Welcome into the Pickle Jar my friend Kim. Kim and I met years ago through social media and our connection with both living with Addison's DIsease. Kim shares her journey from with us over the last 8years of living with Addison's disease from diagnosis to using the infusion pump to manage her illness. A few scary experiences after starting treatment with the infusion pump in December of 2021, Kim's quality of life had greatly improved and she is winning over Addison's.

Have a pen and paper ready to go as Kim has useful tips and ideas to help make you prepared for an adrenal crisis.

Check out Jill's YouTube channel "CHRONICALLY FIT CANADA"

THE PICKLE JAR Podcast is running on love and determination.

If you would like to make a contribution to cover costs it would be greatly appreciated.     https://gofund.me/155401bb

If you would like to share your journey on THE PICKLE JAR please email me at thepicklejar@rogers.com

DISCLAIMER: The information from THE PICKLE JAR represents the experiences of the host Jill Battle and the individual experiences of each guest.  No information is intended to provide or replace the medical advice of a medical professional.  The host or guests are not liable for any negative consequences from any treatment, action, application or preparation, to any person following the information from the podcast.

Welcome back into the PICKLE JAR with Jill. Jill is passionate about wellness and knows that exercise is one of her biggest defences with maintaining her quality of life with Addison's disease. She knows exercise with a chronic illness can be discouraging and often comes with a 'consequence'. She shares her tips from her professional experience as a virtual fitness business owner and real-life tips for exercising with a chronic illness. Virtual fitness is an amazing way to build your confidence and strength. Jill gives practical tips to get you on the road to PROGRESS.

Check out Jill's YouTube channel "CHRONICALLY FIT CANADA"

THE PICKLE JAR Podcast is running on love and determination.

If you would like to make a contribution to cover costs it would be greatly appreciated.     https://gofund.me/155401bb

If you would like to share your journey on THE PICKLE JAR please email me at thepicklejar@rogers.com

DISCLAIMER: The information from THE PICKLE JAR represents the experiences of the host Jill Battle and the individual experiences of each guest.  No information is intended to provide or replace the medical advice of a medical professional.  The host or guests are not liable for any negative consequences from any treatment, action, application or preparation, to any person following the information from the podcast.

Welcome back into the PICKLE JAR. In this episode, Jill shares an update on her journey with Addison's Disease. At the start of March, she set goals to regain her strength physically. Knowing her month was busy with doctors' appointments, tests, and more she was trying to prepare for LIVING with Addison's. She knows no matter how much she prepares and tries to prevent LOW CORTISOL days they are going to happen.

She has made progress and is putting her effect to be in the NOW, to be in the MOMENT...to love herself unconditionally when her cortisol is low to persevere with life with a chronic illness.

This weekend she won. She was in the moment. Asked herself what do I need NOW? What can she do TODAY to manage, survive, learn and win against ADDISON'S DISEASE?

She isn't perfect but she made progress and that is how you live with a chronic illness.

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THE PICKLE JAR Podcast is running on love and determination.

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DISCLAIMER: The information from THE PICKLE JAR represents the experiences of the host Jill Battle and the individual experiences of each guest.  No information is intended to provide or replace the medical advice of a medical professional.  The host or guests are not liable for any negative consequences from any treatment, action, application or preparation, to any person following the information from the podcast.

Welcome back to the PICKLE JAR. In this episode, JILL has put together her TOP 12 MUST for living with Addison's Disease. These are the personal things she does in her life to MANAGE and FIGHT BACK. Everything from emergency kits to workouts and mindset. Jill believes if we start taking BABY steps in all aspects of our wellness we can dramatically improve our quality of life.

Jill hopes you get a tip or two from this episode that can ADD FUEL to your FIRE...to help EMPOWER you in your well-being.

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DISCLAIMER: The information from THE PICKLE JAR represents the experiences of the host Jill Battle and the individual experiences of each guest.  No information is intended to provide or replace the medical advice of a medical professional.  The host or guests are not liable for any negative consequences from any treatment, action, application or preparation, to any person following the information from the podcast.

Welcome back to THE PICKLE JAR for episode 100.  WOW...unbelievable the PICKLE JAR in a short period of time has reached 100 episodes.  Haley's fight with Addison's disease is the best way to commemorate this accomplishment.

Haley was diagnosed with Addison's disease just over 4 years ago at the age of 21 when she was near death in the ICU after being found unconscious. Thankfully a diagnosis was made and Haley was given the gift of life.  More obstacles and illness have confronted her in the last 4 years but she has the EYE OF THE TIGER...and she is a fighter.  She is not letting illness stop her from living.  With unconditional love and support from her family and friends, she is proving she is a champion.

Her story will LIGHT YOUR FIRE.  Her story will INSPIRE you. Her story will give you HOPE.

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THE PICKLE JAR Podcast is running on love and determination.

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DISCLAIMER: The information from THE PICKLE JAR represents the experiences of the host Jill Battle and the individual experiences of each guest.  No information is intended to provide or replace the medical advice of a medical professional.  The host or guests are not liable for any negative consequences from any treatment, action, application or preparation, to any person following the information from the podcast.

Welcome back to the PICKLE JAR.  March 14th is Jill's 12-year anniversary of being diagnosed with ADRENAL INSUFFICIENCY. In this episode, she introduces herself, briefly shares her journey with our new listeners, and shares her perspective on the 12 years of living with AI.  Despite the fears, she would not change her journey.  She tries as best as possible to see the gifts this illness has given her.  Gifts she would not change.  By opening her heart (with a few tears) she hopes it can inspire you to move forward with your illness.

"GRATITUDE AND ATTITUDE ARE NOT CHALLENGES: THEY ARE CHOICES"

"THERE IS A CALMNESS TO LIFE LIVED IN GRATITUDE, A QUIET JOY."

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THE PICKLE JAR Podcast is running on love and determination.

If you would like to make a contribution to cover costs it would be greatly appreciated.     https://gofund.me/155401bb

If you would like to share your journey on THE PICKLE JAR please email me at thepicklejar@rogers.com

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DISCLAIMER: The information from THE PICKLE JAR represents the experiences of the host Jill Battle and the individual experiences of each guest.  No information is intended to provide or replace the medical advice of a medical professional.  The host or guests are not liable for any negative consequences from any treatment, action, application or preparation, to any person following the information from the podcast.

Welcome back to the PICKLE JAR my friend LISA.  Lisa has jumped back into the jar with us to share the TIPS she has learned over the last 4 years of living with Addison's disease. Lisa knows the importance of sharing our journeys and giving each other 'gentle' and 'loving' reminders of things we need to take care of ourselves. Our illness is REAL and SERIOUS.  Listening to Lisa's TOP 3 tips to manage your disease MIGHT save your life.

At the end of the episode, Lisa also shares with us her recent experience with my PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM with Chronically Fit Canada.  Lisa has taken amazing steps in her wellness that she shares with us and I am grateful to be part of the journey with her.

To learn more about the WARRIOR PARTNERSHIP program go to www.chronicallyfitcanada.com

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Watch on YouTube and Subscribe so you do not miss any amazing episodes.    https://www.youtube.com/chronicallyfitcanada

THE PICKLE JAR Podcast is running on love and determination.

If you would like to make a contribution to cover costs it would be greatly appreciated.     https://gofund.me/155401bb

If you would like to share your journey on THE PICKLE JAR please email me at thepicklejar@rogers.com

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DISCLAIMER: The information from THE PICKLE JAR represents the experiences of the host Jill Battle and the individual experiences of each guest.  No information is intended to provide or replace the medical advice of a medical professional.  The host or guests are not liable for any negative consequences from any treatment, action, application or preparation, to any person following the information from the podcast.

Welcome back into the PICKLE JAR....Jill wants to invite you to some FREE WARRIOR Sessions she is hosting with Chronically Fit Canada.  If you are interested in trying some virtual sessions with her, this is your opportunity.

Zoom sessions are PERSONAL, EASY, CONVENIENT and NON-JUDGEMENTAL.  Just you and Jill in your safe space.  Great way to make PROGRESS and never any pressure for perfection.

If you are interested send Jill an email at chronicallyfit@rogers.com to register.

15:15 with Jill - 15 min strength training and 15 min gentle yoga.  Amazing combination workout that is fun, fast and effective. No equipment or experience needed.  

Saturday March 11th 10 am EST

Yoga with Jill - 30 min GENTLE YOGA 10 am EST starting Monday March 20th.

Email Jill at chronicallyfit@rogers.com or go to www.chronicallyfitcanada.com for more details.

Welcome back into THE PICKLE JAR.  Let's get to it.  Let's make progress in our wellness.  Let's EMPOWER ourselves and move forward in improving our quality of life.  If you are ready to start taking SMALL steps in your wellness Jill has a few tips she shares that have worked for her that have improved her quality of life and disease management.  STEPS you can start taking TODAY.

Exercise, nutrition and mental health all contribute to our quality of life and adding unnecessary stress to our lives is detrimental to our ADDISONS.  Jill is here to support YOU on your journey back to YOU!

SHOW NOTES

Dr. Stephen Cabral "THE RAIN BARREL EFFECT"

https://www.amazon.ca/Rain-Barrel-Effect-Finally-Getting/dp/1975774833/ref=sr_1_1?crid=RGAFDKWN8AYI&keywords=rain+barrel+effect+book&qid=1678389982&sprefix=rain+barrel+ef%2Caps%2C235&sr=8-1

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Welcome back into the PICKLE JAR.  Host Jill is having a LOW CORTISOL day and opening up about the reality of her anxiety and depression that occurs with low cortisol.   She is trying to take deep breaths and get through the day as best as she can.  The mental health effects of this illness are real and usually not talked about.  But together we can learn ways to manage these symptoms and validate that our experiences are REAL.

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DISCLAIMER: The information from THE PICKLE JAR represents the experiences of the host Jill Battle and the individual experiences of each guest.  No information is intended to provide or replace the medical advice of a medical professional.  The host or guests are not liable for any negative consequences from any treatment, action, application or preparation, to any person following the information from the podcast.

Welcome into the PICKLE JAR..just a quick message of happiness.  The PICKLE JAR is all about CONNECTING and moving FORWARD with our illness.  I encourage you to listen to the February 26, 2023 episode on MIND PUMP: THE TRUTH ABOUT INFLAMMATION with Dr. Stephen Carbral.  

WOW....where does the happiness happen...at about minute 10 when Dr. Cabral mentions the importance of gradually adding stress to the body and how cautious people with ADDISON'S need to be.  What I LOVED and that brought me JOY as you can hear in his tone the understanding he has for people living every day with adrenal insufficiency.  Calling the body living with high levels of inflammation (which I believe we do) WAR ZONES.

Great tips and advice on lessening the inflammation in your body through nutrition, and finding balance through exercise to live healthier lives.  Worth the listen to and I encourage you to take away what works for you now to move forward and improve your quality of life.

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mind-pump-raw-fitness-truth/id954100822

NOW let's ZOOM....I love hearing from you and if you would like I would love to connect with you individually on ZOOM.  Whatever you want to talk about...ADDISON'S, being a guest, podcast ideas etc.

OR join me FRIDAY MARCH 3rd at 7 pm EST - PICKLE PARTY - group zoom chat.  Hope to see you there.

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Welcome to the PICKLE JAR.  Let's celebrate RARE DISEASE DAY and Jill shares an update on her journey with her RARE disease Addison's Disease.  March is gearing up to be a month of medical appointments and tests.  BLOOD WORK, ENDOCRINOLOGIST, 2-MRI, ELECTROLYTES, PHYSIO, CHIRO just to name a few.

Jill is REVED up and ready to EMPOWER her quality of life through strength training. She knows the LOW CORTISOL freight train is going to run her over and likely back up over her several times.  She is going to take small steps, listen to her body and set a routine to help her reach her goals.  Her theme song "St. EMLO'S FIRE" is ready to play loud and clear to remind her to "PLAY THE GAME. YOU KNOW YOU CAN'T QUIT UNTIL IT IS WON".  Listen to this episode to learn why this song is emotionally moving and inspiring for Jill.

Find YOUR THEME song to make your good days BRIGHTER and your bad days BETTER.

HAPPY RARE DISEASE DAY!!!  

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Welcome to the PICKLE JAR.  In this episode of THE JOURNEY BACK TO ME Jill shares with you the supplements that she uses on a daily basis to keep her body the support it needs to manage to live with a chronic illness.   She also shares her new IV TREATMENT she is using under the care of her family doctor to see if it helps improve her quality of life.  

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DISCLAIMER: The information from THE PICKLE JAR represents the experiences of the host Jill Battle and the individual experiences of each guest.  No information is intended to provide or replace the medical advice of a medical professional.  The host or guests are not liable for any negative consequences from any treatment, action, application or preparation, to any person following the information from the podcast.

Welcome back to THE PICKLE JAR...Jill's journey has been silent the last few weeks as she struggles with triggers from her past.  Trying to find self-worth and self-love is complicated by the emotions and struggles of LOW CORTISOL and a voice from the past that degraded and devalued her.  She bravely opens her heart to share with you a world and time she wishes she could forget.  She believes to HEAL you need to FEEL.  She is living those emotions so she can move forward with her life.  Reprogramming her thoughts to believe she is worthy of success and being loved.  Healing is her responsibility.

Ultimately she wants to be VULNERABLE and share with you her TRIUMPHS of living with Addison's Disease but also her struggles.  She hopes that being vulnerable and opening her heart to you about her challenges physically and emotionally, will validate your journey and together we can move forward to HAPPIER DAYS.   

Stay tuned for more episodes of THE JOURNEY BACK TO ME...as she fights those voices telling her "She is lazy", "Unlovable", "If you think you are tired, try working for a change",  "I am sick and tired of hearing about Addison's Disease" and how she shares with your a more depth look of life with Addison's Disease and accomplishing your dreams.

ALICE IN WONDERLAND; "from the moment I fell down that rabbit hole, I've been told what I must do and who I must be...but this s my dream.  I'll decide where it goes from here."

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Welcome to the PICKLE JAR, Gretchen Crowder from Dallas, Texas who was been newly diagnosed with Addison's Disease in December of 2022. She is a busy mother of 3, a teacher, a blogger and more.  Gretchen shares with us her moving blog post about her diagnosis of Addison's Disease.  You will FEEL her words, EXPERIENCE her struggle and be INSPIRED by her strength and positive attitude.   

Life's journey prior to diagnosis has taught her the importance of educating and advocating for yourself.  She has harnessed this SUPER POWER to move forward with her new reality of life with a chronic illness. Her story is MOVING, INSPIRiNG, REAL, RELATABLE, and VALIDATING. 

After Gretchen reads us her amazing blog post we wrap up the podcast with Gretchen giving us an update on her life in the last few months as she adjusts to life with Addison's Disease.  She is an amazing example and reminder of the importance of 'being prepared' and educating not only ourselves but those who are part of our worlds.   I know you will be inspired by Gretchen's story...in her words "I have a lot going on, and this isn't going to stop me!"

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Welcome back into the PICKLE JAR....Jill dives back into the pickle jar to answer some questions and highlight some key features of using an INFUSION PUMP to manage her Addison's Disease.

Jill has been using a 'diabetic insulin infusion pump for over 6 years.  Instead of insulin, the pump is using SOLU-CORTEF to give Jill a 24-hour CONTINUOUS infusion of hydrocortisone.  Developed by Professor Hindmarsh in the UK, he translated the DIABETIC "INSULIN UNIT" language of the pump into mg for use with ADREnAL INSUFFICIENCY.

Jill uses 100 mg vials of solu-cortef in her infusion pump which means she needs to program it at a 2:1 ratio.  The pump 'speaks' in INSULIN UNITS so for every mg of hydrocortisone she wants to receive she needs to communicate a 2:1 ratio to the pump.  For example, for a 5 mg HC dose, the pump needs to be programmed for 10 IU.

Key features include multiple basal rates (basal meaning the 24-hour pattern of hydrocortisone infusion), bolus function (giving an updose/extra hydrocortisone) and preset programs that can increase/decrease your dose by a desired percentage over the course of the day.  Having better control of HC infusion and dramatically eliminating/minimizing spikes in hydrocortisone and minimizing long-term effects.

The pump can be programmed in 30 min and hourly intervals to best mimic the normal adrenal function and is precise to 0.025 mg of HC.

The infusion pump does not detect low blood cortisol levels.  

Jill's Pump is a Medtronic 630 G INFUSION PUMP - waterproof, uses a 3 ml reservoir which Jill fills every 2-3 days with SOLU-CORTEF, site change every 2-3 days, and the pump is "WIRED" to Jill through a small subcutaneous needle.  Takes 5 minutes to change her pump and although she was very apprehensive about having a device "WIRED" to her body, the pump transition for Jill was extremely easy.

HYDROCORTISONE PUMP THERAPY - PROF. HINDMARSH

https://staging.cahisus.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/HYDROCORTISONE-PUMP-THERAPY-LEAFLET.pdf

More questions about the pump.  Message Jill at thepicklejar@rogers.com

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DISCLAIMER: The information from THE PICKLE JAR represents the experiences of the host Jill Battle and the individual experiences of each guest.  No information is intended to provide or replace the medical advice of a medical professional.  The host or guests are not liable for any negative consequences from any treatment, action, application or preparation, to any person following the information from the podcast.

Welcome BACK into the PICKLE JAR is Heather.  Heather is one of our original stories in E13 sharing her recent diagnosis of Addison's Disease.  

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DISCLAIMER: The information from THE PICKLE JAR represents the experiences of the host Jill Battle and the individual experiences of each guest.  No information is intended to provide or replace the medical advice of a medical professional.  The host or guests are not liable for any negative consequences from any treatment, action, application or preparation, to any person following the information from the podcast.

Welcome back to the PICKLE JAR.  With over 10,200 PLAYS and over 1000 minutes UPLOADED...let's revisit some of the TOP episodes you do not want to miss.

The TOP 5 PLAYED episodes PLUS JILL'S TOP 3 MUST WATCH and her personal favourite TOP 3 episodes.

Our PICKLE family is growing strong - bonded by a common link of chronic illness.  Let's keep the MOMENTUM going please SHARE and SUBSCRIBE to THE PICKLE JAR PODCAST.

TOP 5 Listened to Episodes.

1. E1 - Jill's Diagnosis with Addison's Disease

2. E2 - Jill's Infusion Pump Treatment for her Addison's Disease

3. E5 - Loving Someone with Low Cortisol

4. E3 - Life Before the Pickle Jar

5. E7 - Tips for the Newly Diagnosed

Jill's TOP 3 MUST LISTEN TO EPISODES

1. E9 - What is an Adrenal Crisis?

2. E33 - Stacey's Patient Experience Partnership Presentation

3. E10 - Emergency Injection Kit

Jill's PERSONAL FAVOURITE EPISODES

1. E29 - Adrenal Crisis University

2. E49 - The Journey Back to Me

3. E74 - Dicks and Janes of Living with a Chronic Illness

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Welcome back to THE PICKLE JAR.  In the pickle jar on this episode is Aaron sharing with us his remarkable and inspiring story of using the infusion pump to treat his Addison's disease/primary adrenal insufficiency.  Aaron's journey with Addison's started over 12 years ago but he knew there was more to his treatment of his illness and better quality of life was possible. He felt his medical team was satisfied if he was alive, but Aaron knew he was alive but wasn't living.  

He empowered his own well-being by having a supportive advocate, educating himself on his illness through social media and other means and simply believing he deserved to have a better quality of life.  Moment by moment he stepped forward with his Addison's disease and now he is using an infusion pump to treat his Addison's Disease. 

Only 3 months into his 'PUMP' journey Aaron has already felt LIFE RETURN and is passionate about sharing and educating our ADDISON'S family about the availability of this treatment.  You will not only hear Aaron's story but also FEEL his JOY and EXCITEMENT of his future with life with Addison's disease and his pump.  

A truly inspiring and empowering story! 

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DISCLAIMER: The information from THE PICKLE JAR represents the experiences of the host Jill Battle and the individual experiences of each guest.  No information is intended to provide or replace the medical advice of a medical professional.  The host or guests are not liable for any negative consequences from any treatment, action, application or preparation, to any person following the information from the podcast.

Welcome to the Pickle Jar Lara as she shares with us her diagnosis of Addison's Disease/Adrenal Insufficiency.  Lara was recently diagnosed in 2021 following a progression of classical Addison's symptoms.  She found herself in the emergency on the verge of a crisis and clinically dehydrated.  Luckily a doctor who knew her well, and recognized her unusual dark skin for the time of year alerted him to the possible diagnosis of Addison's disease.

She quickly decided she was not going to let Addison's disease control her life.  She has an active family that loves skiing and adventures together.  A positive mindset and strong faith have helped her overcome her diagnosis and she has learned valuable skills to manage her new lifestyle.  She is not letting it define her, she is simply playing by her new rules in life.

Join us as she shares with us the valuable lessons she has learned that have helped her manage her illness and continue living.

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KEY PAST EPISODES

E10 - Emergency Injection Kit

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If you would like to share your journey on THE PICKLE JAR please email me at thepicklejar@rogers.com Follow on Instagram @the_picklejar DISCLAIMER: The information from THE PICKLE JAR represents the experiences of the host Jill Battle and the individual experiences of each guest.  No information is intended to provide or replace the medical advice of a medical professional.  The host or guests are not liable for any negative consequences from any treatment, action, application or preparation, to any person following the information from the podcast.

Welcome back into THE PICKLE JAR.  Today THE PICKLE JAR is honoured to share with you Michelle's 30-year journey with Addison's Disease.  Being diagnosed in an era without the internet and fear of stigma at work, Michelle had added challenges to face.  She perseveres and has lived a high quality of life.  She shared with us much-needed lessons, tips and reminders that the newly diagnosed or those who have lived with the illnesses for years need to hear.  

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 If you would like to share your journey on THE PICKLE JAR please email me at thepicklejar@rogers.com Follow on Instagram @the_picklejar DISCLAIMER: The information from THE PICKLE JAR represents the experiences of the host Jill Battle and the individual experiences of each guest.  No information is intended to provide or replace the medical advice of a medical professional.  The host or guests are not liable for any negative consequences from any treatment, action, application or preparation, to any person following the information from the podcast.

Welcome back into the Pickle Jar...Jill is inviting you to follow her journey to OPTIMAL HEALTH and WELLNESS.  A more intimate look at her journey and how she is EMPOWERING herself with her FITNESS, NUTRITION and MENTAL HEALTH.  Short daily episodes you can tune into to learn exactly what this pickle is doing to regain strength, improve her quality of life and fight back against Addison's Disease.

TODAY IS DAY 1 - Let's Do This!!!!!!

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Welcome back into the PICKLE JAR.  Jill extends a SALTY pickle thank you for all the support.  We are connecting a building a STRONG COMMUNITY through the power of social media.  Our voice is getting strong...we will be heard.  

Check out Jill's YouTube Channel CHRONICALLY FIT CANADA and read the INSPIRING comments of people living with Addison's Disease.

Jill will be hosting come complimentary yoga sessions if you would like to join email her for the ZOOM link at thepicklejar@rogers.com

Thursday February 2 at 9 am and 7 pm EST

Sunday February 5th 9 am EST

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Welcome back to the PICKLE JAR for another episode of PICKLE JUICE and Jill's journey with Addison's Disease.

Jill's journey keeps hitting her with lows.  She living HARD and taking the repercussions of living with adrenal insufficiency. There were tears, fears and scary moments but lessons learned to OVERCOME and BE PREPARED for her next ride on the Adrenal Crisis Cyclone Coaster.

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Welcome back into THE PICKLE JAR....well....DOG GONE...I need your help to save my pack!

If you watch Dog Gone on Netflix do this girl a favour!  When that dog gets diagnosed with Addisons Disease and you see how weak and deathly he is.  And your heart breaks and you are terrified for that dog is going to die.  It is the same in humans and what I live with every day.

When I’m in crisis I am dying like that dog.   I am weak and lifeless like that dog.

When I go to the ER...there is no panic.  There is no concern.  We are usually ignored and dismissed.  Many die in ER from an adrenal crisis.  The medical community is UNEDUCATED about Addison's Disease.

This shouldn't happen.

Pretend I am a dog and you are worried about me and my pack.

We need AWARENESS desperately to STOP UNNECESSARY DEATHS.

Please please please share THE PICKLE JAR PODCAST.

Please please please HELP ME SAVE AND PROTECT MY PACK!

LISTEN to my first major ADRENAL CRISIS.

Hear my fear.  Death was near...TOO NEAR.

I am fighting dam hard for everyone with Addison's Disease...but I need YOU in this fight with US!

All you need to do is listen and share.

APPLE. GOOGLE. SPOTIFY.

MUST LISTEN TO EPISODES

E9 - What is an Adrenal Crisis?

E10 - Emergency Injection Kit

E47 - Patient Care Plan

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Welcome back in THE PICKLE JAR...it is your salty update on this pickles week with Addison's Disease.  Learning she has a few broken toes from an injury a few weeks ago that almost put her into crisis reminded her how important it is ALWAYS to look at her entire lifestyle not just the moment at hand to whether or not a situation will lead to an adrenal crisis.

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DISCLAIMER: The information from THE PICKLE JAR represents the experiences of the host Jill Battle and the individual experiences of each guest.  No information is intended to provide or replace the medical advice of a medical professional.  The host or guests are not liable for any negative consequences from any treatment, action, application or preparation, to any person following the information from the podcast.

Welcome back into THE PICKLE JAR....Jill is feeling GOOD today and having a little fun comparing life before and after her diagnosis with Addison's Disease to an amusement park.  After diagnosis, she is only allowed on ONE RIDE at the amusement park, which is the ADRENAL CRISIS CYCLONE COASTER.

Check out past episodes

E9 - What is an Adrenal Crisis?

E10 - Emergency Injection Kit

E17 - Jill's First Adrenal Crisis

E29 - Adrenal Insufficiency University

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Welcome back to THE PICKLE JAR for another episode of PICKLE JUICE...Jill updates you on her GLAMOROUS adventures (insert sarcasm) with Addison's disease.

Trip to the family doctor today to discover from an injury a few weeks ago after being ATTACKED by a falling box in the dollar store she has 3 broken toes...WHAT????  And the adventures get more intense for this 47 year old girl dependent on steroids.  Only a few moments of wanting to cry and then it is time to pull up her BIG SOCKS and show Addison's Disease who is the BOSS!

Welcome back into the PICKLE JAR....it is TIME to EMPOWER yourself through nutrition.  Jill shares PRACTICAL tips and advice you can APPLY NOW to your lifestyle to improve your nutrition.  Food is the most powerful DRUG we have to improve our quality of life, increase our energy, loss unhealthy body fat, build strength and the list goes on...and on....and on.

Eating healthy should be a positive experience and let Jill start guiding you through this journey.  TOGETHER we GOT THIS!!

Your body fights for you every day...honour it with high-quality nutrition.

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Hey, there my pickles....I want your FEEDBACK....I want to take you on my transformation journey to regain my strength and take more POWER back over my adrenal insufficiency.

Are you interested in daily updates on my exercise, nutrition, mental health and how I am managing my ADDISON'S DISEASE?

This is a leap out of my comfort zone so I would LOVE your feedback.

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Welcome back into THE PICKLE JAR.  In this episode, Jill takes on the journey of being diagnosed with a chronic illness.  She calls it "THE DICK AND JANE's of LIVING WITH A CHRONIC ILLNESS".  A journey of fear.  A journey of hope. A journey of resilience. A journey that she hopes inspires you to be less of a dick.

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Welcome back into the Pickle Jar!  Jill shares with your some of the TOP situations she has experienced that ALWAYS lead to LOW CORTISOL.  She has learned from these situations to fight back and have a better quality of life.  She also dives into what the ENDOCRINOLOGISTS do not tell you about what life is life with a chronic illness and the many wonderful things she has learned from having a chronic illness.

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Welcome back into the PICKLE JAR.  Jill has a ROUGH first 20 days of January battling low cortisol days as she RAMPS up her goals and sets new routines.  Moments of pure emptiness and "wanting to let go"...she finds that little voice inside to remind her to keep fighting.

Jill shares the TOOLS she uses to WIN OVER low cortisol and the positive things she has accomplished in 2023!!

Check out one of the most popular episodes E5 "LOVING SOMEONE WITH LOW CORTISOL'

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Welcome back into the PICKLE JAR...Jill, the SATLY PICKLE shares a bit about the importance of resistance training with a chronic illness to maintain and improve your quality of life.  Real life experience because she lives the chronic illness world everyday.

Learn how to gently add in exercise to improve your strength, increase your energy, increase your metabolism and with love and patience IMPROVE your quality of life.

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Welcome to another episode of PICKLE JUICE where Jill's shares a little inside look at her 'adventures' with Addison's Disease.

Coming off of Christmas is exhausting for everyone especially those with adrenal insufficiency.  It has been an exhausting 2 weeks of 2023 of setting new routines, medical appointments and more.  Near crisis a few times already in 2023 as in our last episode Jill shared she forgot to start her infusion pump for her hydrocortisone and went almost 24 hours without medication.....this started a roller coaster ride of ups and downs.

But she is ready to take it on.  She has goals to achieve and is determined to WIN against Addison's Disease.

Thank you so much for joining this journey.

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Some of you have reached out about my online virtual PICKLE PROGRAM.  So I thought I would put the information out there if anyone else was interested.

It is easy, simple and convenient.

In-home workouts with ME.

5 virtual classes a week - resistance training, yoga, abs and my newest 15:10:5.  15 minutes of movement, 10 minutes of core/abs, and 5 minutes of yoga.

Plus access to meal plans, pre-recorded classes and more.

All for one low monthly price.

You can find more details at www.chronicallyfitcanada.com

Connect with me at chronicallyfit@rogers.com if you want more information.

Let's talk GOALS vs RESULTS.  Let's set some positive GOALS for 2023 to lead to AMAZING RESULTS.  You need to be aware of the difference between goals and results.  I also truly believe caring for our bodies should be POSITIVE and focused on PROGRESS not PERFECTION.

Jill shares with you some practical tips for wellness to start improving your quality of life.  We can do this together.

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Looking for guests to share their shares.  Please connect with Jill at thepicklejar@rogers.com

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Jill has heard it all for over 18 years in the fitness/wellness industry.  She gives her honest opinion about how to DETOX in the New Year....let's be real...everyone is happier with a happier pooper.

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DISCLAIMER: The information from THE PICKLE JAR represents the experiences of the host Jill Battle and the individual experiences of each guest.  No information is intended to provide or replace the medical advice of a medical professional.  The host or guests are not liable for any negative consequences from any treatment, action, application or preparation, to any person following the information from the podcast.

Dealing with Adrenal Insufficiency is mentally EXHAUSTING...years ago I finally acknowledged my ADDISON'S DISEASE was getting more unmanageable not because of the illness but because of the toxic people in my life.

A long journey of self-love began, eventually leading me to a BEAUTIFUL LIFE.  Yesterday on the 18th year anniversary of my dad passing from adrenal crisis I experienced a BEAUTIFUL moment with a strange that I will always cherish.

Learning to love myself unconditionally (and still working on it) has been one of the best gifts I was given in life.

My last 24 hours have been a bit of adventure with an unexpected ending I did not see coming.

Another injury to my leg, sent me to the ER...wound was minor but there was a devastating effect on my cortisol levels.  The reason for the drama effect I did not find out until the morning.  

You will need to listen to find out the BIG mistake this pickle made.

The SALTY PICKLE shares with you some of the TOP mistakes people make jumping into a new wellness routine.

Mistakes that are DEVASTATING to achieving their results but are EASILY prevented.

HAPPY NEW YEAR greetings from the BIG PICKLE!

The BIG PICKLE is back in the pickle jar after having an EXHAUSTING holiday season.  She is ready to get herself PICKLED IN 2023.

She is setting goals and is ready to make her BODY on the outside as strong as it is on the INSIDE.

You can follow my journey on Facebook by joining https://www.facebook.com/groups/thesaltypickle 

And please check out www.chronicallyfitcanada.com

Setting boundaries for me around having Addison's Disease initially was TOUGH...it was HEARTBREAKING...WHY ME????

With time I learned setting boundaries was my way to WIN over ADDISON'S...play the game and I can put more time and energy into the things I really WANT to for the best quality of life.

Minimize low cortisol symptoms.

Minimize risk of adrenal crisis.

Improve my life.

I can be EMPOWERED over my illness.

Boundaries are about SELF LOVE...and I love myself to have BOUNDARIES.

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I need guests...my GUESTS are making a huge impact and your story is important.  I want to share it.  It is easy.  It is simple.  No pressure.  Whatever you feel comfortable sharing about your journey.  And your story will make a difference for someone.

Please reach out to me and let's chat about you sharing your journey on THE PICKLE JAR PODCAST.

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Not exactly what my life was supposed to be like at 47.  Living with a chronic illness and a lifetime of emotional struggles.  But there are two sides to chronic illness.

Pickle Party - Wednesday, December 21 at 11 am EST

Join me on ZOOM for an informal meet and greet...let's get to know each other!

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This PICKLE is doing the dance of joy...well, for now.  EMG appointment last week indicated nothing CURRENTLY catastrophic with my motor neurons but we may have a muscle disease starting...YIKES.   I always passed with FLYING COLOURS but failed at the end.

Listen to the episode to find out all the PICKLE details.

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WOW, last night's PICKLE PARTY was great.  I loved chatting with the pickles LIVE.  It was so wonderful we are going to do it more often.

Join me tonight via ZOOM at 7 pm EST - Monday December 12

Upcoming Pickle Parties 

Wednesday December 21 at 11 am EST

Thursday December 29 at 9 am EST

Here is the PICKLE LINK:

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Hope to see you at the PICKLE PARTY!!

This pickle is scared, nervous and anxious.  Tomorrow is a BIG day where my world may change AGAIN.  I have had many RAW moments this last week where my fear has gotten the best of me.   But it is time to pull up my PICKLE SOCKS and PICKLE ON!!!!

It is OKAY to be angry at your situation but it is NOT okay to stay angry.  Staying angry is a choice I will not make.  It will only make my situation worse.  I had my moment, let the emotions free and now it is time to be that POWER PICKLE and fight back.

Thank you for allowing me space to share my emotions with you...this is truly the first time in my life I have felt safe, to be honest, and real in a space where I know I won't be judged.  I am so THANKFUL FOR YOU!

It is time for holiday gifting...and why not gift your chronically ill family member, friend, or co-worker a gift with a little extra love and meaning.

Holiday gift giving is a PERFECT time to start a conversation about what is is like living with your illness or asking someone in your life to share what they NEED to make managing their illness a bit easier.

It is about PROGRESS NOT PERFECTION.  Take advantage of technology, gadgets etc...make your BAD days less BAD and your GOOD DAYS BETTER.

Include a personalized note...this small gesture ACKNOWLEDGE that you SEE their invisible illness, provides hope and when they need you on a bad day...you are right there with them.

THIS PICKLE PICKS....AQUA JOE for the chronic illness gift!!  Love it!

www.snowjoe.com or available at Home Depot and other locations.

I am having a PICKLE PARTY and you are ALL INVITED.

I want to get to know my pickles so we are having a PARTY!

That is right let's meet and chat.  I want to know what you NEED here in the pickle jar so let's get to know each other.

Sunday Dec 11 at 7pm EST

Monday Dec 12 at 7pm EST

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THE PICKLE JAR is built on positive energy and empowering each of us to take a charge of our quality of life....but the truth is...even PICKLE has a bad day...and yesterday was mine.

Well...this pickle was not happy last night.  Off to the ER again, potassium running on the high side of normal....she was PISSED OFF...tired of dealing with her health and feeling like a burden.

This is the reality of living with a chronic illness...some days you just have had enough...last night this pickle had enough!!!  

Today is a new day...time to refocus...time to MOVE FORWARD!

I am having a PICKLE PARTY and you are ALL INVITED.

I want to get to know my pickles so we are having a PARTY!

That is right let's meet and chat.  I want to know what you NEED here in the pickle jar so let's get to know each other.

Sunday Dec 11 at 7pm EST

Monday Dec 12 at 7pm EST

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I am also in search of some PRACTICE PICKLES for my Pickle Partnership Program.  If you are ready to make PROGRESS in your wellness.  If you are ready to move FORWARD in your well-being.  I am looking for a few practice pickles.

It would involve a 15 min ZOOM chat to get to know each other, 1 hour ZOOM power hour to work together to set realistic goals in your fitness, nutrition and mental wellness.  15 min scheduled ZOOM chat to keep you progressing.  Can't run my cortisol low so I only have a few spaces available.  NO COST.  All I ask for if feedback.  Email me if you are interested ASAP only a few spaces.  thepicklejar@rogers.com

Let's stay completely connected.  Go to my website www.chronicallyfitcanada.com and register for my newsletter.

WOW, the positive energy is flowing and this PICKLE is HAPPY...Jill has more pickled happiness she could not wait to share with her PICKLE FAMILY.

Hmmmmmm....being UNWELL and having ADRENAL INSUFFICIENCY can be a fragile situation.  The ADDY must be prepared for situations of added stress such as illness and injury.  Preventing an ADRENAL CRISIS is the top priority.

Join Jill in this episode as she gives general advice on how to respond to being UNWELL and she shares some of the safety precautions she has in place for when an UNWELL situation arises.

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DISCLAIMER: The information from THE PICKLE JAR represents the experiences of the host Jill Battle and the individual experiences of each guest.  No information is intended to provide or replace the medical advice of a medical professional.  The host or guests are not liable for any negative consequences from any treatment, action, application or preparation, to any person following the information from the podcast.

It was a good day in Jill's Land of the ADDY...a little good news and a positive direction for her current medical concerns.  She all GEARED UP about some good news today and wants to share in the PICKLE JAR!!

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Jill has had another ROCK STAR Addison's week but new symptoms are leaving her concerned about her health.  Trying to refocus her thoughts to stay in the moment and not go to the worst-case scenario.  Gratitude can be found in every situation in life.  The choice is yours...and even if her body is betraying her again...she is choosing to be grateful for the fight is it giving her and will be grateful for every moment.

Watch on YouTube "CHRONICALLY FIT CANADA"

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If you are going through a possible diagnosis of Addison's Disease this short episode is for you.

I go over the general symptoms of Addison's Disease, how it is diagnosed and the MUST-HAVE BLOOD TEST added to your blood requisition.

I also share with you my personal symptoms that developed over 20 years before I was diagnosed and the symptoms my daughter is currently experiencing.

Come and jump into the PICKLE JAR with me!

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DISCLAIMER: The information from THE PICKLE JAR represents the experiences of the host Jill Battle and the individual experiences of each guest.  No information is intended to provide or replace the medical advice of a medical professional.  The host or guests are not liable for any negative consequences from any treatment, action, application or preparation, to any person following the information from the podcast.

Jill shares the chapter she wrote for a book called "TRANSFORMING PAIN INTO PURPOSE".   

Many of us when diagnosed with a chronic illness grieve the person we once were.  We feel abandoned, lost and without hope.  We are left wondering if we will ever be 'ourselves' again.  

Jill's journey starts with the devastating loss of her husband when she was pregnant but this tragedy gave the immeasurable lessons that she uses to overcome future struggles in her life.

With time, self-love and feeling the depths of her pain....Jill rescues herself.  

Distributed on APPLE, SPOTIFY and GOOGLE.

That is right...this BIG PICKLE is in need of some pickle love.  She feels like an ADDISON'S ROCKSTAR at the moment but is in fear about another diagnosis.  My mental freight train of fear is running away from me.  Although Google can be your friend it is also your enemy.

Elhers Danlos Syndrome is my GOOGLE DIAGNOSIS...although I fear the worst-case scenario.  When you have one rare illness....ALL ILLNESSES now seem possible.  What is a GIRL TO DO!!!!!!!!

I am waiting for testing, and specialists to ease my fears.  I am now at the start of a journey of the unknown that many of you travelled with your diagnosis of Addison's Disease.  I was fortunate of a fast 6 weeks diagnosis when I was diagnosed with Addison's Disease...but now I wait with my fears.

Please PICKLES if you have Elhrs Danlos Syndrome please reach out to me at thepicklejar@rogers.com

Please be well my pickles....thank you for all the love.

One of our favourite pickles is back in the jar with us on NATIONAL PICKLE DAY. Stacey is here to share with us about the PATIENT CARE PLAN she has in place her local hospital.

Following a few scary crises, Stacey reached out to the patient advocate at her local hospital ASKING for change.  And change she got. When Stacey arrives at her local hospital in triage she is electronically flagged for care for her adrenal insufficiency.  Her care is immediate.  It is like a DISNEY FAST PASS in the ER.

Stacey used her voice and made it known she needed better care.  She has been an amazing advocate for herself and an amazing role model for people with adrenal insufficiency.  

Episode 29 - Patient Experience Presentation  - Stacey shared her story at a medical convention advocating for all of us with adrenal insufficiency.

Episode 32 - Stacey shares with us the personal side of her diagnosis with Cushing's Disease and her journey to adrenal insufficiency.

Let Stacey inspire YOU to advocate for the change we deserve!

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There is SO MUCH excitement happening here in THE PICKLE JAR. I have amazing episodes coming up in THE PICKLE JAR.  Our dear friend Stacey will be returning to share with us more details on her PATIENT CARE PLAN at her local hospital.  Stacey receives IMMEDIATE care when she arrives and testifies how quickly this helps her recover from crisis and return to normal living.

Tosca Reno will be sharing her expertise and more importantly her infectious energy with us.  She is the author of THE EAT CLEAN DIET (I highly recommend anything TOSCA...get the books if you want to improve your nutrition) and. you can check out her "STRIKE SUGAR" program at www.toscareno.com

Marie Nowlan is a natural path doctor who lives with RA and MS.  She first hands knows the struggles of living with an invisible illness.  It is her passion to empower those with an invisible illness to have boundaries and to know that their wellness is beyond a pill.  

I need to hear from YOU my PICKLES...I need episode ideas and also guests who are living with other ailments such as POTS and HASHIMOTO's with our audience.  PLEASE JUMP INTO THE JAR WITH ME.  

Email the BIG PICKLE (that is me) at thepicklejar@rogers.com

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My first episode of THE SALTY PICKLE...short episodes of me sharing my experience from the fitness industry the last 18 years PLUS and how it has improved managing my Addison's Disease.

I share my PICKLE PRINCIPLES of EMPOWER, INSPIRE, and COMFORT plus give you some tough pickle LOVE from the heart.

Join me on the road to wellness my pickle. Let's be EMPOWERED together in our own wellness.

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DISCLAIMER: The information from THE PICKLE JAR represents the experiences of the host Jill Battle and the individual experiences of each guest.  No information is intended to provide or replace the medical advice of a medical professional.  The host or guests are not liable for any negative consequences from any treatment, action, application or preparation, to any person following the information from the podcast.

WOW...you do not want to miss this one my PICKLES.  Belinda shares with us her journey to Addison's Disease diagnosis at the age of 47.  Her journey of health issues began at birth and progressed through her teens and into adulthood.  Her journey has a BIG plot twist you do not want to miss. I highly recommend listening to her journey especially if you are on the road to diagnosis and are being treated for other ailments that just do not seem to be the answer you are looking for Join me in the jar welcoming Belinda and her journey to primary Addison's.

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My personal week living with ADDISON'S DISEASE.  All systems are a go with ADDISON'S DISEASE.  Strength training workouts have returned, attending yoga but having issues with my motor skills on the right and left hand....grrrrrr...concerning and it is progressing.  More doctors, more questions, more time on google!!

But I am going to figure it out...I am going to move forward and I will not give up!

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DISCLAIMER: The information from THE PICKLE JAR represents the experiences of the host Jill Battle and the individual experiences of each guest.  No information is intended to provide or replace the medical advice of a medical professional.  The host or guests are not liable for any negative consequences from any treatment, action, application or preparation, to any person following the information from the podcast.

This SALTY PICKLE has over 18 years of experience in the fitness industry.  The response from the PICKLY AUDIENCE has been amazing. We are a community of PICKLES in the JAR of chronic illness ready to EMPOWER ourselves in our own wellness.

THE SALTY PICKLE will be episodes of this PICKLE sharing some of her experience over the last 18 years to EMPOWER you in your health.

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DISCLAIMER: The information from THE PICKLE JAR represents the experiences of the host Jill Battle and the individual experiences of each guest.  No information is intended to provide or replace the medical advice of a medical professional.  The host or guests are not liable for any negative consequences from any treatment, action, application or preparation, to any person following the information from the podcast.

The Pickle Jar is all about us SALTY PICKLES in the jar...and I am so happy you are in it with me.

Aldosterone is the other LIFE SUSTAINING HORMONE besides cortisol people living the Primary Addison's Disease need to replace it.

Aldosterone works with the kidneys to maintain sodium balance in the blood.  Sodium together with potassium maintains glucose metabolism and gives us energy.

Wasting salt causes INTENSE SALT CRAVES, low blood pressure, light-headedness and muscle cramps.

SALT is the electricity of the cells...without it...the LIGHTS are on but no one home!!!!!

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Our friend Stacey returns to THE PICKLE JAR to share with us a personal experience with her journey with CUSHING'S DISEASE to ADRENAL INSUFFICIENCY

If you have not listened to E27, Stacey shares her inspiring presentation as a PATIENT EXPERIENCE PARTNER.  Stacey's presentation is empowering for those living with adrenal insufficiency and an important message for medical professionals.  Please make sure you listen to episode 27.

In this episode, Stacey shares more details of her long journey from diagnosis with Cushing's Disease, to bilateral adrenal removal, adrenal insufficiency, her first crisis and finding her voice to advocate for herself.  A truly incredible story. A. story with amazing lessons for all of us living with adrenal sufficiency.

Please bear in mind this pickle has low cortisol recording this episode...but the PICKLE JAR is all about keeping it real....so let's be real!  Stacey may need to take the wheel on her own interview at some points but I know all my pickles understand brain fog.

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Pickle Picks, an exclusive series here in THE PICKLE JAR will showcase products that I genuinely LOVE and help me manage my Addison's Disease.  Products that help me on low days and products on HAPPY ADDISON DAYS help me live life to the fullest.

The Pickle Jar Podcast is all about sharing and being a family.  And I want to share my favourite products with you, my pickles in the jar.  And if you have a product PLEASE email me at thepicklejar@rogers.com.  Let me know how it helps you with your chronic illness and maybe it will be a PICKLE PICK!

Until next time, BE WELL MY PICKLES

Jill

One of my BIGGEST weapons in fighting ADDISON'S DISEASE is my nutrition.  I have tested it OVER and OVER again.  How I fuel my body has a direct impact on my illness and my quality of life. Years ago, I am talking decades, I saw food as the enemy.  Bad body image, refused to eat...breakfast not a chance.  I was never hungry in the morning so why eat? 

Then I had kids...my perspective changed.  I needed to be a role model for them and I wanted HEALTH.  I have a degree in nutrition.  I knew breakfast was key. I started slowly, eating just a small portion in the morning.  Soon, my energy was more stable during the day, better mental focus and I was HUNGRY in the mornings. It is NORMAL to be hungry.  We should fuel our bodies with proper portions, LIVE LIFE, refuel, LIVE LIFE, refuel. 

Breakfast for this pickle is usually 3 eggs, 1/2 cup steel-cut oats and a bit of healthy fats (walnuts, almonds or avocado) I deserve to feel my best.  I deserve to be as strong as possible and FIGHT ADDISON'S DISEASE. 

PICKLED STEEL-CUT OATS 

1/2 cup steel-cut oats (I go to the BULK STORE with a coupon) 

1 1/2 cups water 

Set on low in a small crock pot overnight. 

I usually cook a double batch and have oats for 3-4 days. 

PICKLE TIPS 

Focus on your health and high-quality foods for your meals, start small, avoid processed foods as much as possible and learn proper portions. 

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Pickle Tributes honour those who have passed with Adrenal Insufficiency. This first episode is in my memory of my Dad, Don Battle who passed from an adrenal crisis at age 56.  He was my daddy, my hero, my Indiana. Jones. Please listen and let me continue his love and legacy.  Tears in this episode this PICKLE was not expecting.  I miss him terribly but promise to live in the light of his love. Keep in mind these episodes may be emotionally sensitive to someone individuals.  Please stop listening if you feel overwhelmed at any moment. 

If you would like to share YOUR story or a story on PICKLE TRIBUTE please email me at thepicklejar@rogers.com 

Be Well My Pickles

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DISCLAIMER: The information from THE PICKLE JAR represents the experiences of the host Jill Battle and the individual experiences of each guest.  No information is intended to provide or replace the medical advice of a medical professional.  The host or guests are not liable for any negative consequences from any treatment, action, application or preparation, to any person following the information from the podcast.

We open this jar of pickles to remind everyone with ADRENAL INSUFFICIENCY to have an EMERGENCY INJECTION KIT.

Yes....it is a must.  

No doubt!  Yes! Always! Never leave home without it! Serious Business! Advocate for yourself! Self Care!

In this episode...Why do you need a kit?  What should be included in them? Where should they be?

You need to advocate for a kit if you do not have one.  If you need help we need to seek out the support you need to advocate to get one.  It is a simple prevention of a drastic situation.  Your emergency injection kit can keep you SAFE and ALIVE until you can receive proper medical help.

Be sure to order the book "LIVING WITH ADDISON'S DISEASE" from Amazon. A must-read for anyone living with Addison's Disease or anyone who LOVES and CARES for anyone with Addison's Disease.

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WOOOOHOOOOOO!  This pickle turns 47 today.  For the first time in YEARS, I feel like I am exactly where the universe wants me to be.  Today I can grateful for so many things including YOU my listeners.  Thank you for being on this journey with me and allowing me to be vulnerable and share my heart with you.

I am also grateful that I am HERE....June was filled with repeated adrenal crisis.  Today I share with you my scary ride in June.  I am calling it the ADRENAL CRISIS CYCLONE COASTER.  Living with adrenal insufficiency I feel like I am always waiting in line for a coaster ride I don't want to go.  But the reality is...I might have to ride it and I need to be prepared.   This June sent me on multiple rides but reflecting back I have learned so much to manage my illness and be more prepared for the next crisis.

Please listen...today is my BIRTHDAY and thank you for being a pickle in my jar.

I had some POST PICKLE thoughts I remembered...so I added them in at the end...so please listen to the end!

If you want to share your story in THE PICKLE JAR please email me at thepicklejar@rogers.com

Be well my pickles!!

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As my birthday approaches this Friday and I spent 7 hours in the ER yesterday I reflected on my journey with Addison's Disease for the last 12 months.  And she's been a prickly pickle.

But I am full of gratitude for you inviting me and my guests into your life.  THANK YOU MY PICKLES for allowing me to share and be vulnerable with you.

I want to give back to YOU!  

Please listen to my message and if you are interested please visit www.chronicallyfitcanada.com 

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Welcome into THE PICKLE JAR Stacey and her inspiring journey with CUSHING'S DISEASE and ADRENAL INSUFFICIENCY. 

Stacey shares with us her presentation at a medical conference as a PATIENT EXPERIENCE PARTNER.  A must-listen for those living with chronic illness as you will hear parallels in Stacey's words that validates your own journey.  I know I did. 

Moments of fear and frustration and then her journey changed.  Stacey is validated and heard by the medical community with compassion.  Moments she will never forget and you do not want to miss them. 

Anyone in the medical communication I encourage to listen to Stacey's story.  Living with rare medical conditions understand we need to advocate for ourselves and that you may not be familiar with our care or have protocols in place to manage us in medical situations.  

Hear Stacey's words as she expresses the gratitude people with chronic illnesses experience when our care is approached with compassion.  It is deeply appreciated as we often feel unheard, scared and alone.

I invite you into THE PICKLE JAR to meet Stacey and her story about Cushing's Disease and her journey with adrenal insufficiency.

Stacey will also be joining us for another episode here in THE PICKLE JAR for a more personal experience of her journey. DO YOU LOVE BEING A PICKLE? Please like, comment, share and subscribe to THE PICKLE JAR. 

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I am setting goals and FOCUSING on my health. The First 2 weeks had a few rough patches but PROGRESS was made!  Progression NOT perfection. Workouts before noon, strength training, yoga, fuel my body properly!  Follow on Facebook or YouTube https://www.facebook.com/groups/thepicklejuice https://www.youtube.com/chronicallyfitcanada

The books have been read and the official review of this PICKLE is 5 out of 5 jars of PICKLES!!

I highly recommend you read both of these books whether you are newly diagnosed or living with Addison's Disease for years.  IF YOU LOVE someone with Addison's Disease you must read these books.  They are both easy, quick reads full of information and resources to help you improve your quality of life and empower you with your illness.

Both are available on Amazon for less than $31 CDN for both.

LIVING WITH ADDISON'S DISEASE - Professor Simon Pearce and Sarah Spain

https://www.amazon.ca/Living-Addisons-Disease-Supporters-Professionals/dp/1527236641/ref=pd_bxgy_sccl_1/135-6301148-1569962?pd_rd_w=Qpkxi&content-id=amzn1.sym.17b2b149-58e2-4824-ba79-851c5f351fdc&pf_rd_p=17b2b149-58e2-4824-ba79-851c5f351fdc&pf_rd_r=1DAM8EDTBDXTC7TVR5SD&pd_rd_wg=xuRNh&pd_rd_r=fc9eae6c-3385-4a91-9530-e254b57ab409&pd_rd_i=1527236641&psc=1

My Life with Addison's Disease - Andrew Cole

www.amazon.ca/life-Addisons-Disease-Addisonians-experience/dp/1085925897/ref=rvi_sccl_1/135-6301148-1569962?pd_rd_w=7wHwR&content-id=amzn1.sym.8b4d8c20-8e51-4634-a76f-c00a1995a502&pf_rd_p=8b4d8c20-8e51-4634-a76f-c00a1995a502&pf_rd_r=0MHR9T8WFQGKZHHC4AQN&pd_rd_wg=PnlzG&pd_rd_r=b14a279f-866f-4480-b0a4-24c3501bdf5b&pd_rd_i=1085925897&psc=1  

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In this episode of PICKLE JUICE Jill shares how she has improved her nutrition in the last few weeks and the positive impact it has had on her AI.  

If you are ready to make positive changes in your nutrition be sure to tune in as Jill gives her TOP 3 tips you can apply NOW to give you more energy, fewer cravings and better quality of life.

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Welcome to the ADRENAL INSUFFICIENCY UNIVERSITY.

This episode is inspired by some recent conversations I have had with some of our pickles after an episode where I referred to having a chronic illness as starting an education.  But you don't graduate with your degree in the first year!

With time, patience, and finding your tribe YOU will master your illness.  

I conclude the episode with 4 of the TOP scenarios that I know are guaranteed to challenge me with my AI.

Be well my pickles and PLEASE let's build our community.

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Have you heard about DHEA?  It took me over 5 years with AI before I did.  The Pickle Jar is about giving you some guidance to START CONVERSATIONS with your healthcare providers.

DHEA is made by the adrenal cortex.  It is NOT a life-sustaining hormone but it is a hormone people with AI no longer produce.

The Pickle Jar in this episode gives you a little insight into this hormone and how I use DHEA to improve my quality of life.

The Pickle Jar is connecting a community of people GLOBALLY passionate about managing and advocating their AI.

CONNECTING will make our voice strong to advocate for research.  Let's send a message for change.

Please SHARE, LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE to THE PICKLE JAR to make that voice loud!

https://www.mayoclinic.org/drugs-supplements-dhea/art-20364199

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The information from THE PICKLE JAR represents the experiences of the host Jill Battle and the individual experiences of each guest.  No information is intended to provide or replace the medical advice of a medical professional.  The host or guests are not liable for any negative consequences from any treatment, action, application or preparation, to any person following the information from the podcast.

It's PICKLE JUICE TIME...Jill's core values are to EMPOWER, INSPIRE and COMFORT.  It is time to transform my body into the WARRIOR on the outside as it is on the inside.  A more in depth look at my journey with Adrenal Insufficiency as I embark on a new journey...it is time to start the JOURNEY BACK TO ME!!!

Join me on this journey of physical transformation for the next 12 weeks with these special episodes at THE PICKLE JAR.

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What does this pickle do at 2 am when she can't sleep?  She thinks of PODCAST EPISODE IDEAS.  We are 19 countries strong let's continue to grow as a community.

Hydrocortisone, prednisone and dexamethasone are all used to treat adrenal insufficiency.  Learn how your drugs are metabolized in your body.  Leave the difference between them and find what works best for you.

Consult with your medical professionals and educate yourself.  YOU GOT THIS!!

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The information from THE PICKLE JAR represents the experiences of the host Jill Battle and the individual experiences of each guest.  No information is intended to provide or replace the medical advice of a medical professional.  The host or guests are not liable for any negative consequences from any treatment, action, application or preparation, to any person following the information from the podcast.

Recently two books about ADDISON'S DISEASE have been brought to my attention.  Education is one of our SUPER POWERS...educate yourself as much as possible on your illness.  It is time worth the investment.

My books JUST arrived via Amazon on Friday so I have not had a chance to read them yet but wanted to share them with you.

Living with Addison's Disease: A Guide for People with Addison's, Supporters and Professionals

https://www.amazon.ca/Living-Addisons-Disease-Supporters-Professionals/dp/1527236641/ref=sr_1_1?crid=34ZCW6B5WJI3E&keywords=addison%27s+disease&qid=1665923911&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIyLjc4IiwicXNhIjoiMC4wMCIsInFzcCI6IjAuMDAifQ%3D%3D&sprefix=addison%27s%2Caps%2C1032&sr=8-1

My Life with Addison's Disease.  Author Andrew Cole

https://www.amazon.ca/life-Addisons-Disease-Addisonians-experience/dp/1085925897/ref=pd_bxgy_img_sccl_1/135-6301148-1569962?pd_rd_w=20Ocm&content-id=amzn1.sym.17b2b149-58e2-4824-ba79-851c5f351fdc&pf_rd_p=17b2b149-58e2-4824-ba79-851c5f351fdc&pf_rd_r=AZB82T8T5MP915MS749J&pd_rd_wg=EIZuP&pd_rd_r=d5a4286e-2a42-4721-97b3-2c826ab2e8bc&pd_rd_i=1085925897&psc=1

DISCLAIMER:

The information from THE PICKLE JAR represents the experiences of the host Jill Battle and the individual experiences of each guest.  No information is intended to provide or replace the medical advice of a medical professional.  The host or guests are not liable for any negative consequences from any treatment, action, application or preparation, to any person following the information from the podcast.

MY PICKLES...if you need some inspiration.  Check out NATHAN GAFUIK'S story.  If you have not heard of Nathan yet he is a CANADIAN OLYMPIAN with Addison's Disease.  Yes, you read that right.  Olympics and Addison's Disease.  Incredible story.

Nathan...if you are checking out THE PICKLE JAR from the link I sent you...please I would LOVE and APPRECIATE your time to have you share your journey with my listeners (from over 19 countries).

Please reach out to me at thepicklejar@rogers.com

In the meantime PICKLES...you can read more about Nathan here:

https://abgym.ab.ca/index.php/News-archives/Addison-s-disease-makes-Gafuik-a-fighter

DISCLAIMER:

The information from THE PICKLE JAR represents the experiences of the host Jill Battle and the individual experiences of each guest.  No information is intended to provide or replace the medical advice of a medical professional.  The host or guests are not liable for any negative consequences from any treatment, action, application or preparation, to any person following the information from the podcast.

Dr. Halperin was the endocrinologist at SUNNY BROOK  in Toronto that helped me start my ADDISON treatment with the infusion pump.  This was LIFE CHANGING FOR ME and I am forever grateful for the time and care she put towards this.

Dr. Halperin....please come and share your knowledge with my PICKLES.  I have a community of over 19 countries listening to this podcast looking for guidance and support to manage their adrenal insufficiency.

Please message me at thepicklejar@rogers.com

Jill

DISCLAIMER:

The information from THE PICKLE JAR represents the experiences of the host Jill Battle and the individual experiences of each guest.  No information is intended to provide or replace the medical advice of a medical professional.  The host or guests are not liable for any negative consequences from any treatment, action, application or preparation, to any person following the information from the podcast.

Let me introduce you to my IDOL TOSCA RENO.  She is CANADIAN and the founder of THE EAT CLEAN DIET.  She has guided my health journey for almost 2 decades. Her realistic approach to wellness is contagious.  Food is our SUPER POWER in managing our illness.  Her simple, eat clean principles are realistic and doable.  Her non-judgemental personality will inspire and empower you!  She simply radiants!

I believe we all need OPTIONS to manage our health and wellbeing and please check out TOSCA RENO.  I know you will love her as much as I do.

Tosca my PICKLES would love your advice and guidance. Please join in THE PICKLE JAR.  Let's contact thepicklejar@rogers.com

TOSCA WEBSITE:

www.toscareno.com 

DISCLAIMER:

The information from THE PICKLE JAR represents the experiences of the host Jill Battle and the individual experiences of each guest.  No information is intended to provide or replace the medical advice of a medical professional.  The host or guests are not liable for any negative consequences from any treatment, action, application or preparation, to any person following the information from the podcast.

This week I jumped out of the pickle jar and reached out to Prof. Hindmarsh, Prof. Pearce, Dr. Wass.  All experts in the field of endocrinology and ADDISON'S DISEASE.  This message is for YOU!

We have a community of people living with adrenal insufficiency LACKING the support and guidance we need.  We NEED your guidance.  We WANT to be proactive in our illness.  We want to manage our illness BETTER.

A small amount of your time can change and save so many lives.

Please consider being a PICKLE with me...jump into the jar and be a guest on THE PICKLE JAR.

Email Jill at thepicklejar@rogers.com

DISCLAIMER:

The information from THE PICKLE JAR represents the experiences of the host Jill Battle and the individual experiences of each guest.  No information is intended to provide or replace the medical advice of a medical professional.  The host or guests are not liable for any negative consequences from any treatment, action, application or preparation, to any person following the information from the podcast.

It is the bag you never thought you would need to pack!  In the event of an adrenal crisis...please refer to my backpack to save my life!

YES!  We need to be as prepared as possible.  We are likely to have situations of delayed care because the medical community rarely treats adrenal crisis.

This episode explores some ideas for you to use at home and to be prepared in the event you need to go to the ER.

Ideas for at-home care, travel and ER VISITS.

I believe we need to be as prepared as possible in the event of an adrenal crisis.  THIS IS OUR RESPONSIBILITY to communicate as much information as we can.

If you can not advocate for yourself and have no advocate with you...you need YOUR ER BAG TO BE YOUR VOICE!  Time is of the essence! 

This is a serious medical condition, that can have serious consequences so we need to be SERIOUSLY PREPARED!

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DISCLAIMER: The information from THE PICKLE JAR represents the experiences of the host Jill Battle and the individual experiences of each guest.  No information is intended to provide or replace the medical advice of a medical professional.  The host or guests are not liable for any negative consequences from any treatment, action, application or preparation, to any person following the information from the podcast.

This episode was a special request to answer some questions about my journey using the infusion pump to manage my adrenal insufficiency.

I would love to share as much as of my journey as I can so please message me if you have any questions.

Check out E15 where I walk you through step by step how easy it is to change my infusion pump.

Be well my Pickles!

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DISCLAIMER: The information from THE PICKLE JAR represents the experiences of the host Jill Battle and the individual experiences of each guest.  No information is intended to provide or replace the medical advice of a medical professional.  The host or guests are not liable for any negative consequences from any treatment, action, application or preparation, to any person following the information from the podcast.

One of the common themes I have heard over the years is people living with adrenal insufficiency looking for resources of information to help manage our illness.  All too often we are diagnosed and not given any direction.  I personally felt with my diagnosis I was medicated and sent off to figure out the illness on my own.

THE PICKLE JAR PODCAST is complying a collection of websites and other resources to help you manage your illness.

PICKLE PICKS - if you have any resources that have helped you manage your chronic illness please email me at thepicklejar@rogers.com. I would love to add them.  And please include how this information was useful for you and so I can help our community of PICKLES find the information they need.

Our listeners are WORLDWIDE.  Let's make this a GLOBAL RESOURCE. I need your feedback from other countries to make this an AMAZING resource. 

I know it will change and save lives!

WEBSITES:

Canada Addison Society                                      www.addisonsociety.ca 

National Organization of Rare Diseases           https://rarediseases.org/

National Adrenal Disease Foundation              www.nadr.us 

Addison's Disease Self Help Group.               https://www.addisonsdisease.org.uk/

PICKLE PICKS:

If you would like a hard copy of this information please email me at thepicklejar@rogers.com

DISCLAIMER:

The information from THE PICKLE JAR represents the experiences of the host Jill Battle and the individual experiences of each guest.  No information is intended to provide or replace the medical advice of a medical professional.  The host or guests are not liable for any negative consequences from any treatment, action, application or preparation, to any person following the information from the podcast.

The Pickle Jar Podcast is looking for GUESTS to share their journey with adrenal insufficiency.  

The Pickle Jar is looking for GUESTS with any expertise they are willing to share that can help our listeners be empowered in their own wellness.

Doctors, dentists, physiotherapists, nutrition, mental health....ANYTHING we would appreciate your time.  The MESSAGE for the listeners is LOUD and CLEAR.  We want support and we are ready to be empowered in our own wellness.

And if you are interested in sponsoring an episode or THE PICKLE JAR Podcast we are looking for sponsors to help add fuel to our fire!  A portion of sponsorships will go towards TEAM ADDISON CANADA.  Non-profit organization spreading awareness and advocating for people with Addison's Disease.

Please email me at thepicklejar@rogers.com 

Check out TEAM ADDISON CANADA

https://www.facebook.com/teamaddisoncanada

I am so excited to launch Pickle Juice.  And I will admit I am terrified as well.

Special weekly episodes here in the Pickle Jar with a more in-depth look at my personal journey with Addison's Disease

I recap my last year of living with Addison's Disease..it has been quite the adventure.

And the BIG PICKLE JUICE announcement.  I hope you join me on this journey.  It has been inspired by each of you my pickles and I truly appreciate having each of you in this jar with me.

Follow PICKLE JUICE on Facebook

https://www.facebook.com/groups/thepicklejuice

DISCLAIMER:

The information from THE PICKLE JAR represents the experiences of the host Jill Battle and the individual experiences of each guest.  No information is intended to provide or replace the medical advice of a medical professional.  The host or guests are not liable for any negative consequences from any treatment, action, application or preparation, to any person following the information from the podcast.

On this episode of THE PICKLE JAR, our newest pickle Lisa opens her heart and shares with us her recent diagnosis of Addison's Disease in 2019.   This a crucial episode for those who are newly diagnosed or in the process of being diagnosed to listen to. 

Her story is incredible with a few interesting twists and turns.  Amazing advice for anyone living with adrenal insufficiency and some very crucial tips for those newly diagnosed or in the process of being diagnosed.

Lisa RADIANTS with the hope of better quality of life as the newly diagnosed navigate through their journey with Addison's Disease.

You can watch this episode on our YouTube Channel

https://www.youtube.com/chronicallyfitcanada

DISCLAIMER:

The information from THE PICKLE JAR represents the experiences of the host Jill Battle and the individual experiences of each guest.  No information is intended to provide or replace the medical advice of a medical professional.  The host or guests are not liable for any negative consequences from any treatment, action, application or preparation, to any person following the information from the podcast.

One of my biggest challenges with my Addison's Disease is explaining to people the ESSENTIAL ROLE cortisol plays in the body.  It is more than a stress response hormone.  It maintains LIFE is all of the 30 trillion PLUS cells in the human body.

Individuals with Addison's Disease/Adrenal Insufficiency do not produce cortisol and must take replacement hormones for life.  

Replacement hormone to SUSTAIN LIFE!

This episode explains the essential role cortisol plays in the human body (as best as I can explain anyways)

Please REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE and SHARE  THE PICKLE JAR.  Our voices deserve to be heard!

Check out TEAM ADDISON CANADA Facebook Page

www.facebook.com/teamaddisoncanada

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The information from THE PICKLE JAR represents the experiences of the host Jill Battle and the individual experiences of each guest.  No information is intended to provide or replace the medical advice of a medical professional.  The host or guests are not liable for any negative consequences from any treatment, action, application or preparation, to any person following the information from the podcast.

I am SO EXCITED to introduce you to PICKLE JUICE.  

Launching Monday October 10th.  

You must listen for the details.

The Pickle Jar is excited to share the INCREDIBLE story of Bobbi who wins every day fighting "PAN."  

Polyarteritis nodosa (PAN) is a rare disease that results from blood vessel inflammation ("vasculitis") causing injury to organ systems.

I am honoured to have Bobbi as a guest to share her journey of inspiration and more honoured to call her a friend.

I know you will find her courage and strength inspiring.

For more information on PAN

https://www.vasculitisfoundation.org/education/forms/polyarteritis-nodosa/

DISCLAIMER:

The information from THE PICKLE JAR represents the experiences of the host Jill Battle and the individual experiences of each guest.  No information is intended to provide or replace the medical advice of a medical professional.  The host or guests are not liable for any negative consequences from any treatment, action, application or preparation, to any person following the information from the podcast.

This is an emotional episode as Jill shares her first adrenal crisis.  A crisis with no specific cause other than physical exhaustion.  She remembers her fear of death as she was sent to the hospital alone in the midst of covid no advocate.  The experience left her with a new appreciation of her invisible illness and new safety measures at home to manage an adrenal crisis.

Please REVIEW, LIKE, SHARE and SUBSCRIBE to The Pickle Jar

You can also find THE PICKLE JAR on:

YouTube

https://www.youtube.com/chronicallyfitcanada

Facebook

https://www.facebook.com/thepicklejarpodcast

Instagram

@the.picklejarpodcast

DISCLAIMER:

The information from THE PICKLE JAR represents the experiences of the host Jill Battle and the individual experiences of each guest.  No information is intended to provide or replace the medical advice of a medical professional.  The host or guests are not liable for any negative consequences from any treatment, action, application or preparation, to any person following the information from the podcast.

Welcome back to THE PICKLE JAR.

This episode is from my early days of advocating and sharing my story of living with Addison's Disease.  This was originally posted on my YouTube Channel and I share my journey with using hydrocortisone tablets to treat and manage my Addison's Disease.  I no longer use hydrocortisone tablets (only for up dosing) but use an infusion pump with solu-cortef for a continuous supply of my life-sustaining medication.

PLEASE LIKE, REVIEW, SHARE, AND SUBSCRIBE!

You can check out the video or others on the YouTube if you like.  I will be adding all the YouTube videos to the podcast so please stay tuned.

YouTube

https://www.youtube.com/chronicallyfitcanada

Follow THE PICKLE JAR on Facebook and Instagram

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@the.picklejarpodcast

Interested in being a guest?  Please email me at thepicklejar@rogers.com

DISCLAIMER:

The information from THE PICKLE JAR represents the experiences of the host Jill Battle and the individual experiences of each guest.  No information is intended to provide or replace the medical advice of a medical professional.  The host or guests are not liable for any negative consequences from any treatment, action, application or preparation, to any person following the information from the podcast.

E15 - Jill walks us through the easy progress of changing her infusion pump to manage her medication for her Addison's Disease.

You can view the episode on the Chronically Fit Canada YouTube Channel. Just follow the link below.

https://youtu.be/crIIUZqqnEE 

DISCLAIMER:

The information from THE PICKLE JAR represents the experiences of the host Jill Battle and the individual experiences of each guest.  No information is intended to provide or replace the medical advice of a medical professional.  The host or guests are not liable for any negative consequences from any treatment, action, application or preparation, to any person following the information from the podcast.

This episode is a MUST watch for those newly diagnosed.  Carol does an INCREDIBLE job explaining Addison's Disease and her story is truly amazing.

Her inspirational message at the end brings tears to my eyes every time.

Thank you Carol for sharing with us.

Please SUBSCRIBE, REVIEW and SHARE The Pickle Jar.

You can make a difference!

LINKS

https://chronicallyfitcanada.com/

https://www.youtube.com/chronicallyfitcanada

https://www.facebook.com/teamaddisoncanada

Be sure to follow THE PICKLE JAR on Facebook and Instagram

https://www.facebook.com/thepicklejarpodcast

DISCLAIMER:

The information from THE PICKLE JAR represents the experiences of the host Jill Battle and the individual experiences of each guest.  No information is intended to provide or replace the medical advice of a medical professional.  The host or guests are not liable for any negative consequences from any treatment, action, application or preparation, to any person following the information from the podcast.

My dear ADDISON'S WARRIOR sister shares her Addison's Disease diagnosis with us.  This was originally recorded earlier in 2022 to share on the TEAM ADDISON CANADA YouTube. 

Please SUBSCRIBE, REVIEW and SHARE The Pickle Jar.   

You can make a difference! 

LINKS https://chronicallyfitcanada.com/ 

https://www.youtube.com/chronicallyfitcanada 

https://www.facebook.com/teamaddisoncanada 

Be sure to follow THE PICKLE JAR on Facebook and Instagram 

https://www.facebook.com/thepicklejarpodcast 

@the.picklejarpodcast

DISCLAIMER:

The information from THE PICKLE JAR represents the experiences of the host Jill Battle and the individual experiences of each guest.  No information is intended to provide or replace the medical advice of a medical professional.  The host or guests are not liable for any negative consequences from any treatment, action, application or preparation, to any person following the information from the podcast.

WOW what an eye-opener for me.  My list of symptoms I experience with low cortisol kept getting LONGER AND LONGER.

Cortisol influences every cell in our body and it is evident in the symptoms people with Addison's Disease experience.

DISCLAIMER:

The information from THE PICKLE JAR represents the experiences of the host Jill Battle and the individual experiences of each guest.  No information is intended to provide or replace the medical advice of a medical professional.  The host or guests are not liable for any negative consequences from any treatment, action, application or preparation, to any person following the information from the podcast.

Jill shares with you in this short episode of her PICKLED WHYS for the Pickle Jar Podcast.

Everything from her quality of life, her Dad who lived with Primary Addison's Disease, and an amazing connection she made this weekend at the local fair.

The Pickle Jar Podcast is about connecting and growing a community of support to educate and advocate for people living with Addison's Disease.

Please review, share and subscribe.

DISCLAIMER:

The information from THE PICKLE JAR represents the experiences of the host Jill Battle and the individual experiences of each guest.  No information is intended to provide or replace the medical advice of a medical professional.  The host or guests are not liable for any negative consequences from any treatment, action, application or preparation, to any person following the information from the podcast.

Follow up from the adrenal crisis episode - how to do an emergency injection.

Here are the basic steps you need to do for an emergency injection in a crisis situation.

You can watch this episode on my YouTube Channel.

https://www.youtube.com/chronicallyfitcanada

Additional resources for emergency injections.

Canada Addison Society

http://www.addisonsociety.ca/injection-kit.html

Addison's Self Help Group

https://www.addisonsdisease.org.uk/how-to-give-an-emergency-injection-leaflets-for-your-kit

DISCLAIMER:

The information from THE PICKLE JAR represents the experiences of the host Jill Battle and the individual experiences of each guest.  No information is intended to provide or replace the medical advice of a medical professional.  The host or guests are not liable for any negative consequences from any treatment, action, application or preparation, to any person following the information from the podcast.

If you are newly dx, have family, friends or a co-worker with Adrenal Insufficiency this is an important episode to listen to.

Jill shares her knowledge about adrenal crisis and how important it is to recognize the symptoms and to ACT quickly.  

This is the most important episode to review and share on social media.  Give the people in your life the opportunity to recognize an adrenal crisis.  It may save your life.  

And if you know someone with adrenal insufficiency in a crisis situation they will likely be unable to advocate for themselves.  Please watch and share so you can advocate for them.

In this episode, Jill shares a bit more about her journey and gives some practical advice on how to start improving your nutrition to better manage your illness and improve your quality of life.  Her knowledge from her education in APPLIED HUMAN NUTRITION, 18 years in the fitness industry and most importantly REAL LIFE EXPERIENCE. 

Progress, not perfection.

DISCLAIMER:

The information from THE PICKLE JAR represents the experiences of the host Jill Battle and the individual experiences of each guest.  No information is intended to provide or replace the medical advice of a medical professional.  The host or guests are not liable for any negative consequences from any treatment, action, application or preparation, to any person following the information from the podcast.

I am looking for PICKLES to get in the jar with me.  I am looking for potential guests to share their journey of chronic illness on THE PICKLE JAR.

Let's share your story and help change someone's life.

Please email Jill at thepicklejar@rogers.com

New diagnosed? You are not alone.  This episode is for YOU!  

If I could go back to myself 10 years ago and give myself ADVICE  on this new adventure this is what I would want to know.

My BIGGEST tip of advice that YOU can do NOW is at the end! Be sure to listen to the entire podcast.

Grab a pen and paper and let's get started!

I would love to do a PART TWO if you have any advice or things to add.  PLEASE MESSAGE ME. 

The Pickle Jar is all about a community of strength and I want to hear from you.

All my love...Jill

If ANYTHING in this episode resonates with you.

PLEASE subscribe, review and share the podcast.

We need to connect as a community and build awareness.

Looking for more information about Addison's Disease.

Please visit

www.facebook.com/teamaddisoncanada

www.chronicallyfitcanada.comhttps://www.roadid.com/

DISCLAIMER:

The information from THE PICKLE JAR represents the experiences of the host Jill Battle and the individual experiences of each guest.  No information is intended to provide or replace the medical advice of a medical professional.  The host or guests are not liable for any negative consequences from any treatment, action, application or preparation, to any person following the information from the podcast.

Low cortisol is not an experience anyone with Addison's Disease wants to experience.  But it is part of our reality. 

 How can you help when someone in your life when they have LOW CORTISOL?

If ANYTHING in this episode resonates with you.  

PLEASE subscribe, review and share the podcast.

We need to connect as a community and build awareness.

Looking for more information about Addison's Disease.  

Please visit

www.facebook.com/teamaddisoncanada

www.chronicallyfitcanada.com

DISCLAIMER:

The information from THE PICKLE JAR represents the experiences of the host Jill Battle and the individual experiences of each guest.  No information is intended to provide or replace the medical advice of a medical professional.  The host or guests are not liable for any negative consequences from any treatment, action, application or preparation, to any person following the information from the podcast.

Hmmmmmm....do you know why people with Addison's Disease look tanned especially pre-diagnosis.  It is from the hormone ACTH released from the brain.  If you are in the process of being diagnosed this is an important episode for you to tune in to.

If ANYTHING in this episode resonates with you.

PLEASE subscribe, review and share the podcast.  We need to connect as a community and build awareness.

Looking for more information about Addison's Disease.

Please visit

www.facebook.com/teamaddisoncanada

DISCLAIMER:

The information from THE PICKLE JAR represents the experiences of the host Jill Battle and the individual experiences of each guest.  No information is intended to provide or replace the medical advice of a medical professional.  The host or guests are not liable for any negative consequences from any treatment, action, application or preparation, to any person following the information from the podcast.

Jill's secret to living her best quality of life with a rare chronic illness may not be what you think.  

Listen and Jill shares with you how she took charge and fought back from having a rare life-threatening illness.

If ANYTHING in this episode resonates with you.

PLEASE subscribe, review and share the podcast.

We need to connect as a community and build awareness.

Looking for more information about Addison's Disease.

Please visit

www.facebook.com/teamaddisoncanada

www.chronicallyfitcanada.com

DISCLAIMER:

The information from THE PICKLE JAR represents the experiences of the host Jill Battle and the individual experiences of each guest.  No information is intended to provide or replace the medical advice of a medical professional.  The host or guests are not liable for any negative consequences from any treatment, action, application or preparation, to any person following the information from the podcast.

Jill shares her journey and, her vision and drive behind THE PICKLE JAR Podcast, TEAM ADDISON CANADA and Chronically Fit Canada.  

A journey that started from the devastating loss of the death of her husband when she was 24 years old.  She learned to move forward with her life and those lessons from death became immeasurable gifts that helped her find purpose after being diagnosed with a rare life-threatening autoimmune disease Addison's Disease.

If ANYTHING in this episode resonates with you.

PLEASE subscribe, review and share the podcast.

We need to connect as a community and build awareness.

Looking for more information about Addison's Disease.

Please visit

www.facebook.com/teamaddisoncanada

www.chronicallyfitcanada.com

DISCLAIMER:

The information from THE PICKLE JAR represents the experiences of the host Jill Battle and the individual experiences of each guest.  No information is intended to provide or replace the medical advice of a medical professional.  The host or guests are not liable for any negative consequences from any treatment, action, application or preparation, to any person following the information from the podcast.

Jill shares more of her personal journey with Addison's Disease and her use of an infusion pump to administer her hydrocortisone. 

For her, it has changed her quality of life and she is passionate that everyone with Addison's Disease has the opportunity to explore this as a potential treatment for their illness.

If ANYTHING in this episode resonates with you.  PLEASE subscribe, review and share the podcast.

We need to connect as a community and build awareness.

Looking for more information about Addison's Disease.

Please visit

www.facebook.com/teamaddisoncanada

www.chronicallyfitcanada.com

DISCLAIMER:

The information from THE PICKLE JAR represents the experiences of the host Jill Battle and the individual experiences of each guest.  No information is intended to provide or replace the medical advice of a medical professional.  The host or guests are not liable for any negative consequences from any treatment, action, application or preparation, to any person following the information from the podcast.

Learn about the rare chronic illness Addison's Disease.   Jill was diagnosed at the age of 35 and she shares a bit of the journey of her diagnosis and treatment of this rare illness. 

Please help us build our community.  Make this pickle happy and subscribe, review, and share THE PICKLE JAR PODCAST.

If you would like to share your journey on THE PICKLE JAR please email me at thepicklejar@rogers.com

Follow on Instagram @the_picklejar

DISCLAIMER: The information from THE PICKLE JAR represents the experiences of the host Jill Battle and the individual experiences of each guest.  No information is intended to provide or replace the medical advice of a medical professional.  The host or guests are not liable for any negative consequences from any treatment, action, application or preparation, to any person following the information from the podcast.

Welcome to The PICKLE JAR Podcast.

THE PICKLE JAR PODCAST is bringing together a community of people living with adrenal insufficiency.

The PICKLE JAR is a platform for us all to connect, share, educate, inspire, empower and comfort each other on our journey of living with a rare chronic illness.

THE PICKLE JAR is fuelled by Jill's personal daily struggle with Addison's Disease.  She has learned to thrive in life and find meaning in her illness. She passionately believes in the power of bringing together a community of people facing similar struggles to overcome their illnesses one day at a time.  

Jill is an international best-selling author, founder of CHRONICALLY FIT CANADA, and ambassador for TEAM ADDISON CANADA.

If ANYTHING in these episodes resonates with you.  PLEASE subscribe, review and share the podcast.

LISTEN on Spotify, Apple or Google.

Watch on YouTube

https://www.youtube.com/chronicallyfitcanada

www.chronicallyfitcanada.com

DISCLAIMER:

The information from THE PICKLE JAR represents the experiences of the host Jill Battle and the individual experiences of each guest.  No information is intended to provide or replace the medical advice of a medical professional.  The host or guests are not liable for any negative consequences from any treatment, action, application or preparation, to any person following the information from the podcast.