Our mission is to alleviate the physical, emotional and financial burdens of autoimmune disease and chronic illness, so you receive the exact support, steps and motivation you need to build RESILIENCY in all areas of life.
Welcome To The Integrative Autoimmune Membership + Free Trial Starter Program
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For women with rheumatic or neuromuscular disease who want to remove triggers for pain, fatigue and inflammatory symptoms, and replace them with enjoyable, sustainable solutions that promote recovery and resilience
With years of research and our own trial & error, we know the development of autoimmune and your painful, stiff joints, muscles and fatigue are NOT caused by one root cause despite what you might read or hear.
"Root Causes" get a lot of attention these days, but the truth is there are multiple factors that feed into daily your symptoms, disease activity and your ability to reverse the progression of disease.
Recovery requires very specific steps and a whole-body support that is customized to YOUR diagnosis, health history, symptoms and goals.
Working with your doctor is an important part of your customized treatment AND it's also not your complete health story. Discovering and correcting the missing pieces is 100% up to you.
Nutrition. Lifestyle. Digestion. Stress. Environment.
ALL doctors agree these are major influences on inflammation, disease activity, metabolic health and quality of life, yet you don't receive specific recommendations on what you can other than "reduce stress, sleep more and eat a Mediterranean Diet."
If that worked, you wouldn't be here.
So, let's explore HOW to customize them to your body and health goals for the best possible outcomes.
As healthcare professionals with several autoimmune diseases of our own, we understand persistent pain, fatigue and inflammatory symptoms take an incredible mental and physical toll.
You're doing what you can by researching and trying different diets, supplements and medications all while being head of household, working and caring for people and pets. You may even be working with a functional doctor AND are still are left with unpredictable symptoms that can hijack your day and the worst times.
- Awful fatigue and brain fog that sends you to the couch instead tackling your to-do list
- Muscle & joint pain that is random, unpredictable and sometimes searing that has you cancelling plans
- Embarrassing digestive symptoms that require WAY too much time on the toilet, additional pills and fear around food
- If you have psoriasis or eczema in addition to your diagnosis, you hide your skin and worry about all the steroid creams
- Weight is creeping up despite eating less and less (it doesn't make sense)
- Concerning lab work (CRP, ESR, blood sugar, thyroid) that your doctor is advising will require more medications and intervention, if things don't change
If you are ready to take back control over your body and health, here are the exact steps you need to take to address the reasons for ongoing pain, fatigue and chronic inflammation.
#1 Flood Your Body With Key Nutrients Using the Autoimmune Nutrition Triad To Reverse Damage Caused By Inflammation and Promote Recovery
- There are key nutrient deficiencies (not getting enough) and key excesses (getting too much) associated with autoimmunity. Understanding this is not the problem. Figuring out what's missing from your diet and creating a custom diet that you can be consistent with is the biggest hurdle and most often gets in the way of the results you're hoping for with food.
#2 Improve Gut Health & Lymphatic Flow
- All autoimmune disease has a STRONG connection to the digestive (gut) and lymphatic systems because they are major parts of your immune response! When these systems are slow, sluggish and out of balance, inflammatory symptoms build and you experience painful joints, muscles, digestive and fatigue symptoms. Too often people skip these considerations because they didn't hear about them in the doctors office, or aren't sure what to look for. Supporting these are part of your customized nutrition plan because what you eat is only as good as your body's ability to absorb food and deliver nutrients to cells.
#3 Improve How Your Body Responds To Stress (A.K.A. Nervous System)
- In 2025, stress isn't going away, but improving how your body metabolizes stress is definitely within your control. Your nervous system or "stress" is getting a lot of attention these days, and rightfully so. Your "stress" response influences your immune response (flares), digestion (gut health), metabolism (blood sugar, cholesterol, blood pressure) and hormones (thyroid, adrenals, reproductive hormones). When you make peace with stress, your entire body experiences physical and emotional benefits.
While your specialist may be supporting you on some of these aspects, you may have a hard time staying consistent with recommended changes. It's not that you lack motivation. No one has shown you what's best for your body and busy life, or given you the tools that work on good days and bad.
"I haven't felt this good in over a year. The support you and my naturopath are giving me really helps."
Linda, MCTD
“There is a lot of detail, step by step information and a supportive team. Your nutrition plan has really helped my stomach."
Brenda C, Sjogrens, FIbro and RA
This is why we created ...
I.A.M. Resilient & Your 14-Day Free Trial Starter Program
The Integrative Autoimmune Membership (IAM) is a low cost, high touch program that helps you identify your triggers and maps out a plan to address them in a practical, proven way, so you experience immediate and long lasting relief.
Your support team includes several autoimmune specialists in the areas of autoimmune nutrition, gut and lymphatic health, and nervous system support.
We with five autoimmune diseases among us (rheumatic disease, MS, Hashimoto's, IBD, psoriasis).
We understand the demands you have at home, work and in the community, and why strategic, proven steps are critical to your ability to step back into control of your health and stay consistent with those routines so you feel better for longer.
"If you give a person a fish, you feed them for a day. if you teach them how to fish, you feed them for a lifetime." Proverb
This is why we have a very specific process to support you.
"You have made such a positive impact on my life that I will be forever grateful for! I just made it through a holiday season without a flare! It's the first New Year I am going into feeling like myself!"
Jenn, RA, TV awards show producer
"Got labs back today and things are better than ever! I'm sure a big part of this is because I've been following all of your brilliant guidance ... Thyroid is better than it's bee in a year and kidneys are happier probably because of all the hydration, good iron and B12!"
Samantha, Policy Writer, Hashimoto's
Step#1
Begin With Our 2-Week Trial Program To Test Our Method For Yourself
The purpose of the free trial starter program is to take the guesswork out of your next steps so you can start to break the cycle of inflammation > pain > fatigue.
Unlike standard free trial programs where you're left on your own to guess what you should be doing, we get you started on the EXACT steps and foundations we use with private and member clients.
This means, professional guidance and real, human support to help you:
- Start an autoimmune-specific diet based on your health history and symptoms to improve energy, pain, digestion, skin and inflammation (tailored to your diagnosis)
- OR lean into non-negotiable lifestyle techniques proven to counter inflammation, including somatic techniques to ease sore joints, muscles and fatigue, and re-regulate your nervous system
You can expect education and practical, proven tools from vetted experts, invitations to group coaching.
You'll also be invited to a private 15-minute call for professional feedback, so you receive personalized care from Day One.
We offer this starter program at no cost so you can experience our methods for yourself with no pressure or obligation to stay on as a monthly member.
If you're on the fence, simply give it a try. It's probably what you're missing and have been looking for.
“After 2 weeks on the diet, one of my more challenging symptoms decreased immensely. There are many tools you can pick from to move toward increased health.”
Shelly H, Teacher, MS
"The inflammation in my hands has come down, and I have more energy. I don't feel like depriving myself of my favourite foods ... I still go to restaurants with friends and my family loves what I bring to our picnics."
Angela, Software Consultant, RA and Osteoarthritis
This looks like ...
Personalization & Support
Not An AI App or One-Size-Fits-All Educational Program
We are all about ACTION. You are biochemically unique, so your free 2-week starter program begins with a private 15-minute orientation call. This helps you make the most of your time, and you can decide if this is the right fit for you.
Paying members receive a complete, private professional consultation (online) to help you identify root causes, key action steps and map out a plan for sustainable outcomes.
We also have live coaching + community so you feel supported every step of the way by real humans, not a computer.
You are never without connection which increases motivation, accountability and ultimately, success in your health.
"Having been diagnosed with PMR, I began with the free trial program and was hooked! I completely dove in and utilized everything offered. This program saved my life! I feel it’s because of this knowledge I was given that helped push me in to remission earlier than my doctor predicted. Thank you so much to Vanessa and her team of fantastic people!
Marilyn, PMR (remission)
"I joined because I wanted to feel better. The time and care that was taken to try and answer my questions was very different than any other program. Usually they give you the information and don’t ask questions. I would definitely give this program a try. Just a few changes that I’ve learned has helped me out."
Giovanna, RA, IBS
After your free trial program ...
If you don't have a customized, autoimmune nutrition + gut health plan in place, we will help you create one to your body and health goals
You'll get crystal clear on what to eat and why and start on one of our proven, delicious autoimmune eating plans, implementing the principles from the Autoimmune Nutrition Triad to address immune regulation, gut health and energy metabolism.
Your health intake will outline considerations for your diagnoses and you'll have a practical path to follow to address these, using our signature Reality-Based Meal Planning Method. This means using ingredients you already on hand and finding simple swaps and ideas for your upgraded menu, so you know exactly what to eat throughout the week.
Included in your monthly membership:
- BONUS: One professional health consult to identify YOUR specific root causes and to map out success path forward
- Weekly group coaching for more personalization, motivation and momentum
- Easy to follow step-by-step instructions, checklists (important with brain fog), making incremental changes every two weeks
- 100s of family-friendly, delicious recipes and swaps for what you have at home
- Done-for-you meal plans + shopping lists you can run with, if that's your style
- Fun seasonal recipe books & challenges
- Cooking tutorials for beginner and foodies!
- Troubleshooting Protocols and Mini Courses for deeper dives into common health concerns and goals that may be holding you back or medically directed considerations (healing your gut, nervous system, blood sugar, heart disease, healthy weight, hormones, detoxification, sleep)
If you're ready for lifestyle changes or exercise, we'll get you moving and grooving with our autoimmune-specific somatic yoga and breathwork classes which are perfect for fatigue, sore joints, muscles and stress reduction
You'll be taught by our specialists who have MS and Hashimoto's and understand what's involved with overcoming fatigue and pain. Together, they have over 1,600 hours professional training and 30 years teaching experience that you won't find anywhere else.
We have a variety of classes for different body types, mobility restrictions and experience (standing, mat & chair), as well as proven techniques and mini-courses recommended for high stress or dysregulated nervous systems.
You will always find options that work for you, no matter how you're feeling.
Included in your membership:
- Classes that fit into your busy day and energy stores (5, 10, 15, 20, 30 and 45 Min)
- 100+ pre-recorded classes for better joint health, mobility, strength, sleep, digestion, energy and hormones
- 50+ pre-recorded guided breathwork & meditations to help reduce brain fog, anxiety and stress at home or work
- BONUS: Live somatic yoga & breath classes twice monthly for community connection and modifications (themes are member requested)
- BONUS: Restorative Yoga Mini Course to add onto your own practice and routine
- BONUS: Embodied Breathwork For Autoimmune Course (8 weeks)
- BONUS: 14 and 30-Day Yoga Challenges
- BONUS: Mindfulness Challenges as a group (communities that support each other, get things done!)
"I'm not currently taking any medications because I was reacting to them. I've been doing the live yoga classes and using the library on my own, picking and choosing what works for me. My pain and mobility has improved in my hip."
Jade, Homeschooling Mom, Fibro, Ankylosing Spondylitis
"This morning was Warm & Sunny Salutation. It has amazed me that just doing these for a few minutes the last 10 days, especially when I do them in the morning, has left me feeling so much better throughout the day."
Emma, Photographer/Reporter, Celiac, UC, Uveitis, Enteropathic Arthritis
Additional Support
What about navigating the ups and downs of everyday life with unpredictable chronic illness?
Consistency and Chronic can not be separated when you want to stay in control over health and future. Easy daily routines. Sleep. Chemicals. Gut Health. Hormones. Supplements. These all play a role in building resiliency while living with chronic illness.
You'll experience our Mindful Living Classes (calming morning chaos, sleep series to help you wake up rested, what to do in a flare, green cleaning that doesn't cost a fortune, etc.), Health Tutorials on root causes, detoxification protocols, lab work and supplements + Special Guest Speakers on subjects members are interested in.
And We Have An Easy App So You Can Access Everything On Your Phone Or Computer!
Access ALL aspects of your membership on your computer, ipad or phone with our easy searchable layout and APP (you don't need facebook).
Recipes, classes and resources at your fingertips, no matter where you roam (work, vacation, home, the grocery story, carpool line, park!).
Meet your experts with 43 years combined experience in working with women like you!
MS, Hashimoto's, Rheumatic Disease, IBD, Psoriasis
Vanessa Bond, BA, CNP, AIP Certified Coach has 12+ years of clinical experience, along with being the mom of an autoimmune teen who is thriving with a rare rheumatic auto-inflammatory condition called CRMO (similar to RA or JIA). Vanessa has diverticulosis, eczema, psoriasis and suspected PsA.
She understands bone-aching fatigue and flares that can make children & adults cry.
Vanessa takes a holistic & functional approach. She teaches you how to feed & fuel your body for better immune regulation, digestion and cellular health to promote healing with less symptoms.
Food is a critical part of the solution, as are lifestyle changes (how we digest life).
Vanessa is a professional advisor to the student clinic at the Institute Of Holistic Nutrition in Canada, and has additional professional certifications in endocrine support, blood sugar management, gut health mastery, AIP and functional lab testing.
Loraine Burt, BA, is a Certified Yoga Instructor with 1200+ hours in professional training (Esther Myers, Naada) and 10 years experience in working with clients. She's a children’s author (Unicorn Caitie), mom to two amazing young adults, and a Toronto District School Board approved instructor.
Lori has been living an exceptional life with Hashimoto's for 27 years, and has other autoimmune in her family. She splits her time between Canada and the US.
She strongly believes in a mindful approach in how we live our lives to protect our precious energies and nervous system. With a corporate sales background in employee health benefits, she understands the impact stress has on inflammation & disease. Her passion is helping members live mindfully at home and work, so they can lead healthy, productive lives. She takes a gentle approach in working with our community & makes yoga accessible for all body types.
Kristin Wedding, MA is the CEO of Vyana Wellness & Yoga, a Certified Wellness Coach, Registered Yoga Teacher, and Pause Breathwork Facilitator with over 400 hours in professional training.
She has been thriving with multiple sclerosis and chronic pain for 12 years while also being the mom of two busy girls at home in Indiana.
With a background in global health development, Kristin believes stress is one of the biggest root drivers of autoimmune and its physical, mental, and emotional symptoms.
Her professional and personal experience, combined with her specific focus on yoga and breathwork practices for autoimmune, stress & trauma is a special addition to our membership team that is hard to find in the autoimmune community.
Everything we recommend is designed to INTEGRATE with your larger health plan, not replace it.
What sort of results can you expect?
Our Reality-Based Method to eating and living well with autoimmune leads to some fairly impressive changes in 3 months, including going back to your doctor with good news and progress!
Members who apply our methods can expect a 50 - 70% improvement in energy, 70 - 90% improvement in digestive symptoms and 30 to 50% improvement in pain in 3 months time, and a 5 to 20 lb weight rebalance.
We know this because we measure it and connect with our members weekly for feedback and accountability.
What Members Say...
"I joined because I wanted support, not more information. I like that it's run by several experts in their fields who direct you to things that help you move forward in your health, with data and research to back what we're doing,"
Nicole, Cardiac Nurse, AS
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“The Membership combines all the things I’m trying to achieve/incorporate into my life. I feel part of community, not alone”
Amanda, MS
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“Supportive place with lots of tools on easy to use app can easily incorporate throughout your day to bring calm and regulate nervous system. I’m particularly loving the the guided mediations, breathing exercises.”
Anita, Hashimoto’s and Type 1 Diabetes
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"My doctor told me to keep listening to you because it's working."
Lynae, Endometriosis, Nodules on Thyroid, Low Iron
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"I came into this program to focus on AIP and Vanessa really helped me to understand that food is not my biggest issue; it's how I handle stress. Kristin & Lori helped me to listen to my body again when doing yoga so that I don't push too far. And Kristin's voice was so soothing that I actually fell asleep listening to her guided meditation."
Sarah, Sjogren's, Fibromyalgia, IBS, Thyroid Nodules
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“I like that it combines nutritional information with breathing exercises and restorative yoga. I think that's a good combination because most autoimmune issues can't be improved with a singular approach. The seated flows are my favourite exercise, and I also enjoyed doing some of the breathing exercises.”
ML, Colitis
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“The breathwork and yoga have helped calm my nervous system. Practicing the breathwork, even a few minutes while stressed during the day helps”
Lucy, Business Owner, Oral Lichen Planus
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“I wanted to add a yoga practice into my daily life, but I wasn't able to do 'normal' yoga because of my mobility restrictions.”
Karin, Busy Mom and Artist, RA, Hashimoto’s, Type 2 Diabetes
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“Wonderful info and learning about more about mind and body connection. Food paths, insights into autoimmune nutrition, yoga & breathwork, coaching calls, community support”
Cammy, Working Mom, Fibromyalgia, Uveitis
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"I knew I needed more than just medication. I had tried some dietary changes on my own, as well as tried low FODMAP with help of a dietician. None helped much. I like that the Network includes not only nutrition advise, but also yoga and breathwork, and that it is affordable."
Monika, Lymphocytic Colitis
Conditions Served
Many of our members have a rheumatic or neuromuscular disease as their primary diagnosis, in addition to common co-conditions. This is not an exhaustive list.
Rheumatic Disease
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Mixed Connective Tissue Disorder
- Ankylosing Spondylitis
- Lupus
- Inflammatory Arthritis
- Sjogren's
- Raynaud's
- Plus others that fall under the rheumatic umbrella of joints, bones and connective tissue
Neuromuscular Disease
- Multiple Sclerosis
- Fibromyalgia
Common Co-Conditions With Our Members Where We Provide Additional Customization And Guidance:
- Thyroid: Hashimoto's, Hypothyroidism, Graves
- IBD: Crohn's, Colitis, Celiac, Diverticulosis
- IBS: Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Metabolic Disease: Insulin Resistance or Type 2 Diabetes
- Psoriasis or Eczema
- Osteoporosis or Osteoarthritis
Ready To Give It A Try?
Join Your Free Trial Program As Your First Step!
If you decide to stay on after your free program, the price is only $47 USD monthly for Americans or $57 CAD monthly for Canadians!
Commonly Asked Questions
How Is This Different From Other Programs?
Why Is The Monthly Price So Low?
What Is The Cost & Does Insurance Cover This?
What Results Can I Expect?
I'm Busy. How Much Time Do I Need To Commit Each Month?
What If I Don’t Want All Three (Nutrition, Yoga, Breath)?
What Is The Cancellation & Free Trial Policy?
What If I'm Working With A Chiro, Physio, Holistic Or Functional Doctor?
Is There New Content Each Month?
What Age Do You Need To Be To Participate?
Is There A VIP Option?
Compare Your Options
The Integrative Autoimmune Membership
Less than a mani/pedi for total body support
- Personalized coaching from 3 experts in their own fields with 36+ years experience (holistic & functional nutrition, movement, nervous system support)
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Private onboarding call for the free trial, followed by a professional health consult to map out your success path
- Step-by-step directions every month, so you don't go off track
- Weekly live coaching sessions for accountability and connection (member success calls + live yoga/meditations)
- 90+ on-demand yoga classes, designed specifically for autoimmune, all levels of experience, body types and time restraints
- On-demand library of breathwork classes and meditations specific to autoimmune challenges and mindset that fit into your day (at work, home, in the parking lot, doctor's office)
- 400+ autoimmune and family friendly recipes and meal ideas
- 12 weeks of done-for-you meal plans you can customize to your life (and always stay inspired)
- Three signature courses to help you go deeper in autoimmune nutrition, breathwork and yoga
- Member-requested content every month (hormones, gut health, joint/bone health, brain health, metabolic considerations, work/life balance)
- Access to live guest speakers to ask questions, professionals you might not otherwise be able to speak with (vs podcasts or masterclass replays)
Separate Solutions In Silos
$75 - $1,000 monthly in all different places
- One-off appointments with specialists encouraging you to do more at home and aren't able to offer you a home plan ($75 - $150/hr)
- A 12-week online group program that only targets one aspect of health or root cause; no affordable ongoing support ($999 to $3,000)
- A cook book with 25 – 30 recipes that use strange ingredients & no customization for your life ($29)
- Meal plan subscriptions ($25 - $75/month, with no access to a professional to help customize them to your body or family likes/dislikes)
- One-off yoga class ($19, not including drive time or parking, with no practice in between)
- One-off breathwork or meditation class ($25 - $65/hr, with no practice in between)
- General apps or online subscriptions ($25 – $79/month, not specific to autoimmune challenges with no community or professional guidance for personalization)
- Free online communities often with victim mindsets and zero professional training
- Podcasts that are one-way communications and no guidance on implementation
- PLUS your time to scotch-tape this all of this together!
We've made it easy and put these resources together for you in one place, guided by a team of experts
This free trial program and membership is for you IF:
- You're done with symptoms dictating decisions like how many errands you can accomplish without having to pay for it the next day
- You want to stop worrying about your health and start having more fun in the moment, being more present for your family and productive at work
- You want to feel your age and have less pain/tension in joints and muscles, so you can move with greater ease and less worry or fatigue
- You want to build up physical strength and endurance, so you can keep up with your kids, grandkids, friends and family instead of missing out or saying no
- You're sick of always having to give up things ... food, activities, work ... and want to create more room for flexibility and saying YES
- You recognize you're ready for professional guidance and motivation because you're not sure what's best for your body, what you're missing, how to get started or how stay consistent and on track with these changes when you have pain, fatigue and a large lifeload
- You want vetted professionals and a support team all in one place so you don't have to schedule five different specialists every month
- You like following a monthly plan, checklists and steps so you can stay organized and measure progress
- You want to enjoy what you're eating, so you feel nourished and not deprived at meal time; empowered and able to go to restaurants with friends
- You recognize the impact stress is having on your body and are ready to improve that, so when life throws you a curveball, it doesn't derail you and set you back to square one
- You want a Network of community connections so you can interact and become friends with other women, sharing stories and helpful advice
Too good to be true?
A personal note ...
In 2021, our communities and clients told us (loud and clear) they want affordable, high quality monthly guidance & support with trusted professionals because autoimmune is a lifelong relationship ... it's not "fixed" with a recipe, cookbook, supplement, video or AI.
They are busy, want to keep working and being active, while also reducing their risks for metabolic disease + additional diagnoses ... something that is common with autoimmune, that no one talks about until it's too late.
So in 2022, we created what they asked for and quite frankly, there isn’t anything like this for autoimmune community with this level of expertise, personalization and support, which is why a growing body of doctors & health professionals recommend our membership to their patients and clients.
It is our personal mission to remove the physical, emotional and financial strains of autoimmune, so you feel empowered in your health and your ability to work with your body, no matter what life throws at you.
We are committed to supporting YOU ... the person ... Which is why we offer The Jumpstart free trial and our "cancel anytime" policy.
So, if you're ready to make yourself a priority and take back control over your body and health so you can live your best life, we invite you to join us. It is our honour to support you.
