Wellness Blog
Summer Independence with CF
Laurel stopped in her tracks the other day when she spotted a small container of enzymes clipped to Buster’s bike. For years, she was the one packing them. Now, he’s thinking ahead on his own. It’s a small thing—but it represents something big: growing independence with CF.
Strawberry Cheesecake Muffins
For those with cystic fibrosis, finding calorie-rich, enjoyable foods can help support nutrition goals, and these muffins deliver a delicious combination of fruit, cream cheese, and comforting homemade goodness. Nicholas Kelly, MS, RD, LD shares this recipe and more in his cookbook, “No Need for Seconds.”
Breath of Meaning: Prayer
Expressing your fears, hopes, gratitude, or grief—through words, writing, or quiet reflection—can help lighten the emotional load of living with CF.
Breath of Meaning: Gratitude
Pausing to acknowledge simple joys—a cozy blanket, a kind message, a cat purring—can help shift your mindset, even on tough days.
Breath of Meaning: Meditation & Mindfulness
Even a few minutes of breathing, body scanning, or guided meditation can help ease anxiety, calm racing thoughts, and give a sense of control amidst the challenges of CF.
School’s Out… Now What? Keeping CF Care on Track This Summer
Without the structure of the school year, routines can slip. Life happens. This season is all about finding balance: keeping up with treatments, staying fueled and hydrated, and still making space for fun.
Summer Activity Safety
Summer is a great time to stay active, but for people with cystic fibrosis, heat and humidity can increase the risk of dehydration and salt loss. A few simple adjustments can help make summer activities safer and more enjoyable.
Eating Socially with Cystic Fibrosis: Enjoying Summer Gatherings
Living with cystic fibrosis doesn’t mean missing out on barbecues, picnics, beach days, or family reunions. With a little preparation, you can enjoy the experience while staying on track with your nutrition needs.
Breath of Meaning – Spiritual Wellness
Spiritual wellness isn’t just about religion—it’s about meaning, connection, and grounding, even when life with CF feels uncertain. Explore how tending to your spirit—through mindfulness, gratitude, reflection, or other personal practices—can bring clarity, comfort, and strength.
Yoga Poses for Chest Expansion and Posture for Patients with CF
Gentle yoga can help improve posture, open the chest, and increase awareness of how your body moves and breathes. The goal is to create a little more space to breathe, move, and feel comfortable.