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Hello there! Gingerly was created out of a desire to share my wealth of knowledge about health. As a caregiver and someone who manages my own chronic illness, I have seen both sides of wellness: from the perspective of a healer and the perspective of someone who has conducted research on my own diagnoses, symptoms, and treatment. This blog is intended to help people learn about various ways they can help themselves, communicate with their care team, and stay informed about all the blended modalities in Eastern and Western medicine while managing their health. This a comprehensive look into the many facets of holistic wellness. 

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