Ellie's Sad Auto-Immune Disorder Diagnosis 😔 

Jared: “What more can I do to help you?” Literally 8 words I never once heard coming from my husband’s mouth in my 25 years of marriage, and I have suffered with chronic migraines most of my life! If you have to be sick Ellie, be thankful that you have Jared by your side! 😢

How amazing it is to have a diagnosis! Diagnosis gives SO much validation! ❤️ An empathetic husband is an absolute god-send, also. What a blessing Jared is!

I’ve had coeliac disease since I was 2 years old. I’m 60 now. We didn’t have all the food convenience that we have now. I struggled, not only wth the diet and my own “0h a little won’t hurt” but also having others understand it. BUT it does get easier. Your health is EVERYTHING. You’re going to be just fine AND you have Jerrad to help you - go you!!! You have a diagnosis!!!! You now know what you MUST do. You’ve got this!!!

I love how supportive and loving jared is toward Ellie no matter the situation. Sending all my love and prayers to you guys. ❤

I'm graduating from school to become a registered dietitian. In the US we are the only healthcare professional that is regulated to give nutrition advice ethically. I highly recommend seeing an autoimmune dietitian to help you navigate changes that are sustainable for you.

My mom had Sjogrens and she has had the worst issues with doctors not understanding. Now she found someone an hour away so im so glad you found someone to take you seriously. This is a hard illness related to food. My mom has so much she can't eat and it is one of the worst parts. Hang in there. Praying for wisdom for your docs.

Ellie, as someone who is doing this same exact program, I will tell you it has been the best thing I’ve ever done for my health! It’s hard at first not being able to eat hardly anything, but it gets easier and you will see that it’s so, so worth it!! I was diagnosed with hoshimotos and rheumatoid arthritis years ago and I’m amazed at how well I feel since I’ve started this program.

Ellie I’m so glad that you FINALLY have a solid diagnosis. Sjogren’s is brutal from everything I’ve learned over the last decade. Following a FODMAP diet is very challenging, but I know you can do it. I was so sad when the docs gave me the lists of what I should and shouldn’t eat. Taking that control can be so empowering. Look at all you’ve endured over the years and know that you can do this!

It's so sweet that Jared is so very supportive and loving to Ellie ❤

I also have sjogrens syndrome. When I was diagnosed, I was told there's nothing they can do about it and I just have to drink more water. It was extremely frustrating so I'm excited to see how all these changes help you ❤

Hi Ellie, I have RA. I was diagnosed 7 months after my daughter was born. That was 24 years ago. I’m glad you finally got some answers. I hope you start to feel better soon ❤

Ellie, April was recently diagnosed with Sjorens as well. You might find comfort in reaching out to her for support. So sorry you're struggling, and you're right it is SO hard. 💛

Ellie I'm sorry about the diagnosis but happy you're finally getting some answers. My daughter in law has just been diagnosed with a super rare auto immune disease that causes her tongue and throat to swell. She's had to be intubated several times to keep her alive. It terrifies me. She has 17,14,4 and 2 year olds that need their mommy and my son needs his wife. She suffers from debilitating migraines too. I am praying for you and your family. Jared I know how helpless you must feel, I know I do. Sending love from Wilsonville Oregon

Prayers for you Ellie! 🙏🏻 I couldn’t even imagine!

Doing it together really does make all the difference. One of our sons has an autoimmune disease so we have been looking into a full family diet change but even when he has to do colonoscopy preps and such we all follow to help him too. Well the other boys do get to eat but in hiding and must be something you can't smell 😂 Praying this helps, the start of change is always the hardest.

Ellie so glad you have answers this will be hard yet hopefully helpful. Please share what you eat and more along with this journey I believe this information can help many people! Thanks for being vulnerable

Ellie - I am a long time subscriber, but first time commenting. I am so, so glad that you finally have some answers! I could see how hard this has been for you, but it seems like there is finally some hope. This will bring a lot of change in many ways and will be a learning curve, but all the effort will be worth it in the end to feel better. Sending you lots of prayers and blessings as you (and Jared) navigate all of this! 💛💛💛

I’m thankful you have a support system Ellie! Your husband and other family. Having an autoimmune disease is sooo hard. Praying for you! ❤

Ellie I’m so happy they’ve finally found what’s been happening with your health. Jared you’re the best support system for Ellie I’m really glad Ellie has you. I wish I could have more of a support system ❤ from Perth Western Australia xx

I’m so glad you both have each other for support!! My husband just went through kidney cancer at 35 years old and as a family we’ve had to change a lot to make sure his health remains a priority ♥️

I’m glad you have answers! I’m am praying daily that your dad is getting answers too ❤

this sounds so exciting!! knowing what is good for YOUR body. the beginning might be hard because of the change but you'll get used to it very quickly and be so happy 💕

How truly wonderful that doctors are finally finding out how to help you. Even though this new diet may be difficult at first it will help you so much especially with those awful migraines and your eyesight. I'm 72 and diagnosed with many of the same issues many years ago but I was told it was something I just had to learn to live with. The Migraines were the worst. I was getting at least 3 per week and had to literally get knocked out with injections every weekend. I'm so happy that you have a way to help you. I recently started my own food plan and I do feel a big difference and so much better. My Migraines went away after menopause but the other things, especially my eyesight which gets worse every year. I have been a bookkeeper my whole life and this year was the worst year with my eyesight. Hang in there, Ellie. You have finally found some help and I pray that you will finally get rid of those Migraines and feel so much better really soon so you can enjoy your life and those adorable kids. Sending g lots of hugs, Love and many, many prayers🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

Good luck. Prayers and love for Ellie.

I'm so glad you finally have answers!! Praying that once you get through the 3 weeks of dietary stuff that it'll be easy sailing.

I have RA and have since I was 8. You got this! Meal prep will be your best friend!

You guys really inspire me to do much better in my health. ❤ I've been following you guys since Calvin was a baby . And I'm so so proud of how far you guys have gone with everything.

I am glad you are getting help Ellie.❤

Jared you are a great support system for Ellie!!!

Sending you loads of love and strength Ellie. I genuinely hope this is the answer you have been looking for. In the meantime just know we love you and are supporting you from the other side of the world. Loads of love Leisa Western Australia xx😘😘😘😘❤️❤️❤️

I'm obsessed with this adorable couple!!! The way they support each h other and respect and love is other is just unbelievably heart warming!!!!!

Thanks for sharing this issue in your personal life. I am older that you, but also struggled with IF, endo and recently diagnosed with auto immune issues. Similar as you... just never feel 100% and am always achy. I will be begining a new food journey also. I have not had food sensitive test done. But, curious now after you mentioned your sensitivities. Please, please, please keep sharing the diet, food, meal planing part of your journey. I think most of us dealing with auto immune issues need to find a support group that can support and share that part of the journey. Also, you may have shared your doctors name, clinic but would you be willing to share his name again? Hang in there, your a great mom and wife!

I am so happy you finally have a diagnosis! It will be difficult but I know you realize that it could be a lot worse! You got this Ellie!

I am so glad for you Ellie! I know it will be hard for a while, but it will be better! I went through something similar in 2018. Then again in 2021. I had to cut dairy out first. Then wheat. Along side my husband finding out he is a type 1 diabetic. For a while there it felt like all I was able to think about, talk about was food. What to eat and not eat. I don't feel like that anymore though! You've got this you can do it! And you will feel sooo much better!! Remember there are people behind you! Rooting for you!! 💛💛💛

I just saw your video. I am so sorry about your diagnosis. I completely understand what you are going through. I recently was diagnosed with a different auto-immune disease after years of not feeling myself and knowing that something felt wrong. I have been looking at starting an anti-inflammatory diet but was feeling so overwhelmed. Seeing this video has inspired me. I will be praying for you. You’ve got this!!

Tommy is providing some comedic relief in that conversation at the end hahahaha I’ll be praying for you guys 💗 I’m so glad you finally have a diagnosis and can finally hopefully start feeling better!!!

You're not lying about how difficult managing food is Ellie, planning 3 meals a day & snacks everyday is exhausting. Especially with kids when they most times don't wanna eat what you make lol. I'm praying for you guys through this journey and hope it makes you feel 100 times better ❤️

The video we’ve been waiting for!!! This is so beyond exciting. I am so passionate about this stuff. As someone who was diagnosed with Hashimotos and realizing just how much food is our lifeline…food is information… it’s not just calories. It truly programs our system. I cannot wait to watch your journey ❤

Keep going guys!!! Thank you for sharing. You’ve been giving me hope for years. Looking at you I want to believe that healthy, trustful and loving relationship can exist!! Thank you so much, Ellie and Jared! I’m sending you my virtual hugs❤God blesses you!

I’m so happy you guys are getting some answers! I can’t imagine going through pregnancy, birth, newborn stage, postpartum all with migraines & no energy. I’m really hoping you will see results ❤

I am so thankful you've shared this. I'm a long time follower. I took a break during this pregnancy because it was hard for me to watch it...I had a hysterectomy so watching you be at the opposite end was tough. Anywho...i was diagnosed with pcos and endometriosis. I too struggle with eye pain, migranes (daily). I can't wait to see what works for you. After my twins were born almost 4 years ago, my pain really started. I look forward to learning from what you guys try

Hi Ellie! ☺ I was so happy to hear that you are finally getting some answers, although they might not be the ones you wanted. I myself was diagnosed with an autoimmune disorder just last week and the biggest part for me is also to change my diet. Meal prep, batch cooking and freezer meals here I come because no way I will have the energy to cook every day, when everything I cook is new and different. Like some others suggested, talk with a dietitian so you get help and support as you and Jared change what you eat so that you don't have to do all the work yourself. It might also be helpful to buy some cookbooks about anti-inflammatory foods and meals. I find that to me that it is easier to absorb than getting sucked into articles online that might have no scientific references. Best of luck with your food endevors! You are doing it together with so many other people 🤗

Awe Ellie. I had to completely change my eating habits as well when I became a bariatric patient. My husband then decided to become a bariatric patient as well with surgery, and we both changed our eating habits. I have faith you both can make these changes!!! It's hard, absolutely, but having Jared and you both work together.. will make it easier. You got this!!!! Many prayers and love from Canada 🇨🇦

Hi Ellie!! I was diagnosed with fibromyalgia. It’s a struggle but once you take everything out of your diet, it is amazing. Hugs!!

I was diagnosed with Fibromyalgia first, then Chronic Fatigue, then Sjogrens and finally Rheumatoid arthritis. These past 4 years have been quite challenging and I haven't found my equilibrium yet. Best wishes for you.

Hi Ellie, I have Sjogrens. I have my ups and downs and it's not easy but with a clean diet and low stress lifestyle it's very manageable. You can do this. You have such a great family and a great support system.

Hi I’m a Coeliac so I fully understand what you’re going through. But honey your going to feel sooooooo much better. You can do this. Just remember your body needs time to heal. You go girl. ❤️

I have celiac disease and had to complete cut out gluten about 5 years ago (I even have to worry about cross contamination) so it makes vacations and eating out really hard sometimes. It does get easier with time though as you get used to it and it is worth changing your diet to feel better!! Praying for you ❤

I was just diagnosed with Lyme Disease after over 10 years of struggle and the diet is such a central component! There are options out there and I hope it is the same with your diagnosis, but I feel better even after just adjusting my diet! I'm praying for you as you begin this journey - you are not alone❤

Autoimmune is definitely rough. I was diagnosed with Crohn’s Disease in my 20s. It’s a daily battle, especially as a mom. Thinking of you guys as you navigate this new diagnosis!

Jared you are so sweet and supportive. Everyone needs a Jared. Wishing you both the best in this journey ❤❤

I'm sorry that you have been suffering, but I'm so excited for you to have answers.. It may be difficult to make these changes at first, but I know you guys got this. :D Looking forward to your progress videos showing the changes.

Usually you’ll find it’s the foods your body is oriented towards when sick already are the most inflammatory. The gut is imbalanced so it wants you to keep feeding the imbalance. It’s so beautiful to see you Jared change your life to support Ellie.

Praying you get relief! 💜

We love you Ellie! ❤ Your in our thoughts and prayers always!!❤

I’m so glad you have finally got answers that you can work with.

I totally get it Ellie, it is hard. I have tons of food allergies. But eliminating the things that make you sick is so worth it. Hang in there it will get easier, and your family will learn to adapt.

My daughter has three autoimmune diseases and her diet is very strict but it helps her and that is a positive. She does have medications and infusions but we always pray for good results and stay positive. Prayers for you Ellie it’s a discovering journey for sure.

I’m so happy you finally have an answer. You and Jared make the best team! ❤️

I’m happy for you Ellie you now have the answer for you to get back to perfect health. I understand that you have a lot to process but with Jared by your side and doing the diet with you will make all the difference. Love you guys ❤❤❤❤❤❤

I’m very excited to watch you both go through this journey! I, too, have an autoimmune disorder and experience bloating/anxiety/difficulty swallowing while taking medication for it. Please share the foods you eat!!

I can’t imagine what this disorder is like. Together, all is possible 😊❤

Hi Ellie, you can replace your peanut butter balls with cut up dates, almond butter or sunflower seed butter rolled in cacao powder. They're delicious. Watch oatmeal...many ppl are allergic. If you are, just used crushed chex cereal instead of oatmeal for any recipes

Prayers that this is the answer to you feeling better

I can't imagine how low and vulnerable of a state you have to be in to state outloud how hard it is to live. I pray you find healing, soon. The mind is powerful and I hope and pray you guys feel well soon. 🙏

So glad you finally got the answers you were looking for!

I fought through my autoimmune horror for ten years before my amazing physician. So glad you found Josh.

your relationship is so beautiful thanks for letting us have insights into your lives ❤

So sorry to hear Ellie. I've suffered from this for over 15 years. Chin up, the adjustment will get easier with time

I agree restricting food is a MAJOR change in lifestyle which I also had to do for a 1 dreaded yr. We're with you guys.. Hope you feel better soon!!

I have so many health issues too. After years I finally did a food blood panel and can’t eat Hardly anything. But looking forward to feeling better. Prayers you will too

Hi Ellie! I have psoriasis it is also an autoimmune condition! It was very hard for me and sometimes still is to change my diet and eat other things that my family is not use to eating. I also cried at the beginning because I didn’t know how to balance everything. I also struggled because I have a sweet tooth, but for my body it’s a big no. You are strong Ellie and with the help of God and Jered you will come through. ❤

Soo glad Ellie has Jared. Going through medical stuff alone is super hard!

Thank you for sharing your health concerns with us, Just know that you are in my thoughts and prayers a fan from Canada

I know it’s not easy, but you will get through this. I have an Auto Immune Disorder as well! You have a great family support!

So glad you guys have each other!! ❤

It is a blessing your kids are young so you can teach them about food and health and they will learn to like it all. My kids were newborn and toddler ages when I got diagnosed and have no problem eating vegetables and health food. You crave what you eat

I love you guys so much and you are amazing for each other. Thank you for sharing your life.

So good you will get a chance at health now! Will you please take us along all your dietary changes, what you eat, how you feel etc.

Ellie, I have had years of struggling with the same types of symptoms. I hope this works for you!I am going to see a Rheumatologist. Thank you for sharing!

It is overwhelming and very very hard for awhile. You’ve already been through a lot to get answers. It’s exhausting. But it does get better! Take your time to grieve and take it in and just know there is hope it will get better.

It’s so awesome you have a Dr willing to help you.I have Hashimoto’s and just recently found out I have Turners mosaic as well at the age of 47 and many dr it shouldn’t have taken so long to get properly diagnosed.

Ellie I have coeliac and lupus and I am still struggling but so glad you have some answers. ❤❤❤❤

Sending love and prayers your way!

Hey Ellie, I have family with the same diagnosis and also with dietary restrictions including for myself and wow yes, it IS difficult but once you make the change in your diet and find new things to eat it becomes easier and you start to miss those bowls of ice cream less and less! Don’t take this as a punishment!! Eating different foods BETTER foods is a win in so many ways!!

I also have sjorgrens. I’m glad you have such a great support system that will help so much!

I have an autoimmune disorder too, fibromyalgia. I know how hard, exhausting, and frustrating it is to even get to a diagnosis, let alone managing it. Praying for all of you ♥️

Hi Ellie! I do not have this disease, but I have cerebral palsy, I walk in 2004, I was diagnosed with stage 4 sensorineural deafness. I received a lot of support from my family, I have been married for 2 years, my husband knows about all diseases, he loves me the way I am, I admire you because you gave birth to 4 children, I am watching old videos of the birth of all children, I want to say: Persevere, pray and everything will be OK

I am praying for both of you . Jared you are so sweet and supportive of Ellie. Follow you are blessed with a nice husband.

I also have an autoimmune disorder. I was diagnosed in 1999, with Churgg-Strauss Syndrome. It was hard in the beginning, but since I know when I’m getting sick and what to do, to be proactive, is a great help. I have a great rheumatologist and pcp. I feel we are team against my illness.

Prayers for you both.

Hi Ellie, I have Mast Cell Activation Disorder which has a lot of similarities to your diagnosis. I have a ton of food allergies/sensitivities too. I see you, it's really hard. I also have fluctuation in my sensitivities. When my body is more riled up, I react to everything. When my inflammation is lower, I can eat way more. But overall diet change is such a hard lifestyle change! I love that you share your journey, I know it's vulnerable but it's also so nice to connect with other people's journeys as a viewer.

I'm sorry to hear this news Ellie , I have ibs which I've had for close to 8 years was diagnosed with it 3 years ago , flare ups aren't very common with proper nutrition & exercise , I know u'll find something that will work & help u ❤❤❤

Bless you both 🥺❤️ Sending all the love and strength your way as you begin the journey to healing 🙏🏼

My spouse has had sjogrens for years and has never been told to change their diet. She uses restasis for dry eye. Dry mouth drops and chewing gum for dry mouth. She also needs to take a nap most days. I hope the diet works for you. It sounds like hard work-one day at a time! So glad Jared is doing it, too. He is such a huge support and so caring.

So do I I have SAVI disorders and Authoinflamorty disorder I totally understand what you are going through Ellie just don't give up that's mine advise you got this

I was diagnosed with my first autoimmune disease in 1998. Rheumatoid arthritis was first, then came Sjogren's, then can psoriasis. I also have Raynaud's. You will live with this for the rest of your life. I am so sorry, Ellie. You are young and have a young family. Once you figure out what is right for you to eat, and how much exercise you need, changes will become a way of life. Hang in there Ellie, you are not alone. There are many of us that fight autoimmune diseases. Sending hugs.

Ellie! I am so sorry. I have a ton of unexplained symptoms of things, but I don't know what causes it. I have never had one overarching diagnosis, but food seems to play a major factor. I also have gotten extreme vertigo as well. I am struggling to figure out where I can find answers. Please continue to share, because I hope it can help me figure out what to do next too.

You finally have a diagnosis! That's ultimately your first step to feeling better. Since you were unknowingly eating many of the foods you were sensitive, removing them from your diet will be a big step to being more healthy and feeling better.

i too have an autoimmune disease so i get it sending a prayer and hug your amazing i now get an injection every four weeks which helps it is sad but all we’ll be ok another great video