Hi!  My name is Danielle. 21 years ago, while pregnant with my son James and after many years of trying to figure out why I never felt well, I was finally diagnosed with lupus. I have spent many years altering my diet, exercising and doing tons of research to see what works for ME. Gaining control of my own health and happiness became a mission for me. 

I spent a little over 17 years getting by with lupus. In 2017 I decided something had to give and I was going to do whatever it took to heal myself. I researched everything I could get my hands on. After months of research I came up with my own course of action, the keto diet and living a positive life.

A few weeks into my journey I felt and saw a difference in my mind and body. This was enough for me to keep going full force ahead even stronger than ever. Four months later at my routine rheumatologist appointment I was told I am in remission, there are no inflammatory markers in my blood, and it is like I never even had lupus. A true miracle.

Since October of 2017, I have been eating a ketogenic diet and living my life in the most positive way I can. I am in the best shape of my life mentally and physically. I will never look back.

I am the director of Laxin’ For Lupus (a non for profit founded by my son in my honor), an RYT 500 Certified Yoga Instructor, an AFAA Certified Personal Trainer, a Certified Life and Health Coach and most importantly LUPUS WARRIOR!!!  I have a need, want, desire, whatever you choose to call it to help others.  For people diagnosed with an autoimmune disease to know their life isn’t over.  You do not have to succumb to the disease.  You can fight and I will fight it with you.  Together we can make a change to your body and mind.  It is important to know that your body is different than everyone else’s and reacts differently to things.  We can take the journey together to help you find the best you and the lifestyle that gets you there.