United By Lyme

10/24/2026

When cooking is off the table, what’s on your plate? 🥣

On high-symptom or low-energy days with Lyme disease, even putting together a simple meal can feel like a big undertaking.

Whether it’s a microwave favorite, something you can throw together in two minutes, or a snack plate that counts as dinner, we’re looking for the easiest options you’ve got. No elaborate recipes required.

Let’s turn the comments into a collection of low-effort meal ideas for anyone who could use a little inspiration.

💬 What’s your go-to meal when you have almost no energy to cook? Share yours below—someone else might find their new favorite! 👇

10/22/2026

The Self-Care Recipe

10/22/2026

10/22/2026

I know this may seem like a big ask, but try it nonetheless. Don't bury the fear, run away from the anger or turn away from the sadness. Just sit with it and know that what you're feeling is legitimate. Hug yourself, touch your legs, your arms and be kind to this body fighting so hard for you.

10/22/2026

After years of chronic illness I became afraid of my body. There was a time when I thrived in my body. Of course, I had self-conscious tendencies, like most women, but by and large I was confident in my skin. Until it started to fall apart on me. And slowly, over time, I became afraid of it, felt like I could no longer trust it. Learning to love and trust my body after Lyme disease has been a long process, but I'm getting there. Here's a reminder to love your body. Even as it falls apart on you, it's working hard to get better, to take care of you.

Good morning body. I forgot about you and I'm so sorry. Today, I will remember you. I will invite movement and joy back into my body. I will touch you,...

10/21/2026

Don't forget this...you are rock star warriors!!

10/20/2026

10/20/2026

It's that time of year where some of you may be contemplating, or already decided, to travel to see family for the holidays. This is a great list to help you prepare. I also wrote a blog piece about my experience with this. https://unitedbylyme.com/should-i-go-on-vacation-during-my-lyme-battle/

by Jennifer Crystal For many people, summer means travel, but for Lyme patients, vacationing is not as simple as it was in our healthier days. I miss being