July 01, 2007
Thank You
I have had such great support over the last several months during my recovery. Again, I want to thank everyone for their well wishes and their understanding over these past several months. I admit-it took some time for me to realize it, but I now know just how important it was to STOP all my running around and follow doctors orders to heal. This also turned out to be a blessing on many levels.
The result: Excellent!
For the first time in more than 9 months I have a clear head. The surgery that repaired the hole in my heart has also instantly stopped the daily migraines and headaches I had been experiencing prior to surgery. How could this happen? I don't think doctors have the answers yet -but it has me completely intrigued. Regardless, I feel great and ready to get moving to raise awareness.
So, here's how I hope you will help:
I've teamed up with Tedy's Team and the American Stroke Association- Here's why:
Just like Tedy Bruschi, I was not aware of my heart birth defect until it caused my stroke. I know I am blessed to be on my way to a full recovery and it is my goal to help educate others who may also unknowingly be at risk. I am beginning locally to improve awareness and with your support and the help of great organizations like Tedy's Team and The American Stroke Association I aim to bring this heart/brain/stroke connection to a national stage to get more answers. Please consider helping through a donation here
Join me in the fight against stroke-and help save lives.
If you need more background about how a PFO caused my stroke please visit my blog at:
Know-Stroke Blog
Thank you for your help.
If you would like to speak to me personally about donations, fundraising ideas, or ways you could help raise awareness in your own neighborhood please call me directly at (401)632-0868
It's time to Know-Stroke
I realize I had offered to update everyone on my surgery and I want to keep that promise without getting away from the purpose of this monthly ezine. After this issue I will be shifting the focus back to the "Tools and Tips to Boost Your Fitness and Nutrition IQ" theme for content- I promise. I decided it makes better sense to keep this important topic growing monthly in an interactive forum so I've started a blog at
You proved to me there is a need
My website received hundreds of "hits" after the first ezine issue where I discussed my stroke. When I looked at how folks landed on my site I noticed (over 175) had arrived at my site by Google and Yahoo searches alone for the terms PFO and migraine. That was amazing to me just how many people are out there searching for information on these topics- much in the same manner I had been months earlier. The other interesting response was the feedback I received and responses where individuals recalled their own stories with similar struggles getting a diagnosis and treament plan. My conviction to stay focused on launching a stroke awareness campaign was reaffirmed after reading your stories. As mentioned, I have established a dedicated blog to this topic and I urge anyone who wrote to me to please post their experiences at this site
Product Review: Alli?
The other big response I had in June were emails and personal consults inquiring about the new over the counter weight loss pill Alli that was releases earlier this month. If you have quesions or have been wondering why all the hype here's a link for some FAQ's on this new pill
New Office
Yes, I did open a new office in Cumberland. It's at 2222 Diamond Hill Road, conveniently located off the exit at 295 and Rte 114 -only about 10 minutes from Providence. If you can't come visit me there- I'm open online 24/7 at my-nutrition-coach.com. Try my new online meal planner free for a week and check out just how easy it is to get all A's in nutrition.Download link to 7-Day Nutrition Action Guide
The download for my free guide is now available. If you wish to request a copy and download instructions please follow this link. Don't delay- the link will be removed soon and I will be adding this product to my online store. Get your free copy now as a thank you for your subscription to my ezine.
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So until the next issue,
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