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Kelly @broadwaybabyto.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Disabled people are forced to regularly “prove” they’re still disabled to maintain the meagre benefits they receive. Mitch McConnell doesn’t even have to prove he’s competent in order to vote & be paid. There’s no transparency. This should enrage you.

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Caylee Clay, RDN (they/them) @autoimmune-eats.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

What's the #1 sign that someone isn't eating regularly? They get hangry. Eating regularly matters. Sending your body the nutrients it needs in a dependable, regular way supports mental and metabolic health in major ways. When that isn't happening, hunger devolves into a psychological event.

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Caylee Clay, RDN (they/them) @autoimmune-eats.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Where the Twin Towers used stand, now the Freedom Tower rises. Photo taken two days ago from 6th Ave and 16th.

A New York City street and blue sky speckled with clouds with the Freedom Tower in the distance.

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A Chronic Voice @achronicvoice.com · 02/09/2026

"The reality is that rest is not always cosy & aesthetic, it might include half watching TV, doomscrolling because u r too tired to concentrate. It might also be because u r in #pain & unable to get comfortable enough to sleep.": buff.ly/45ZFymd by @bbeverleybutterfly.bsky.social #ChronicPain

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Low-Energy Living: A Gentle Routine for Flare Days -

A gentle look at flare days and low-energy living with chronic illness. Realistic routines, and small rituals that make the day feel manageable.

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Ray Beckerman @raybeckerman.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

You’re Not Hallucinating: The Amount of Recalled Food Is Skyrocketing newrepublic.com/post/214946/...

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You’re Not Hallucinating: The Amount of Recalled Food Is Skyrocketing

Here’s a list of every food item that faced a recall in August.

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Chise @sailorrooscout.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Some people might not be aware, but it is entirely possible that without Dolly Parton we wouldn’t have had a COVID vaccine. She partly funded Moderna’s research and gave the largest individual contribution to make it all happen. Just gives you an idea of the kind of person she was.

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More Perfect Union @moreperfectunion.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

BREAKING: The union of Starbucks workers is officially calling for a boycott of the chain. @sbworkersunited.org has over 12,000 unionized baristas, and they're calling on customers to stop visiting Starbucks until they get a fair union contract.

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Caylee Clay, RDN (they/them) @autoimmune-eats.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

As a dietitian, I generally try to stay as far away as possible from unnecessary food restrictions. However, I also eat as little beef as I can because it's SO bad for the environment. Now, there's another good reason to avoid beef whenever possible.

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Wilbur72 @wilboo72.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

I just burned 3,000 calories in under an hour. I left the cookies in the oven too long.

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Caylee Clay, RDN (they/them) @autoimmune-eats.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Couldn't agree more. I was shopping at Macy's this weekend. To my dismay, I found that they pump scents in various places, one being the fitting room. I couldn't escape the scent because I needed to use the fitting room. By the time I left, I was coughing & tasting the scent in my mouth. Disgusting

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Caylee Clay, RDN (they/them) @autoimmune-eats.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

It's that time again! Join our September autoimmune support group. This month's topic: Building a Support System The group is kept small on purpose - sign up now while we still have seats left. www.eventbrite.com/e/autoimmune...

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Connect. Heal. Share.
Monthly community.
All are welcome.
More info & registration here:" followed by a QR code and Tiny URL to same webpage.

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Liz N @thizizlizreally.bsky.social · 22/08/2026

At this rate, Mitch is the only vegetable that has not yet been recalled! 😅

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Caylee Clay, RDN (they/them) @autoimmune-eats.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

THIS.

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Caylee Clay, RDN (they/them) @autoimmune-eats.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Last week, I hosted my first autoimmune support group, called The Autoimmune Circle. So many critical topics come up: 🔔 The importance of mourning and allowing ourselves to feel sad and upset - but also not letting those emotions dominate for too long.

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Caylee Clay, RDN (they/them) @autoimmune-eats.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

I know this is the Onion, but in reality most doctors understand absolutely nothing about eating disorders. In fact, they often inadvertently promote them by recommending "weight loss" to fix every medical issue under the sun

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Caylee Clay, RDN (they/them) @autoimmune-eats.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

Sending out extra gratitude today to the farm workers that literally feed us. You deserve better.

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United Farm Workers @ufw.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

“Gustavo” is harvesting mangoes in Coachella, CA. “This is very hard work. We start before dawn, but temps are already near 100° while we’re working. It’s physical labor, and it’s hard to do in this kind of heat.” Today’s high in Coachella is forecast to reach 109°. #WeFeedYou

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Caylee Clay, RDN (they/them) @autoimmune-eats.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Food and water shortages have always been my #1 fear about climate change. Here we go...

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Caylee Clay, RDN (they/them) @autoimmune-eats.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

This is the WORST year for my local CSA to shut down 😭

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Caylee Clay, RDN (they/them) @autoimmune-eats.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

I'm excited to share that I'm launching an autoimmune support group, called The Autoimmune Circle! It's open to anyone living with an autoimmune or auto-inflammatory condition. We're meeting virtually for the first time this Wednesday, at 7pm ET. I hope to see you there!

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Caylee Clay, RDN (they/them) @autoimmune-eats.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

Absolutely devastating. Although healthcare is not accessible to way too many Americans (even one is too many), at the same time it feels more important than ever to be an in-network provider (even tho we need a better system) Most of my patients pay $0 to see me, thanks to the Affordable Care Act

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Caylee Clay, RDN (they/them) @autoimmune-eats.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

Happy Juneteenth! A reminder of how far our country has come, and where we still need to improve ⤵️

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Caylee Clay, RDN (they/them) @autoimmune-eats.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

Another reminder that Indigenous peoples protect some of this planet's greatest wild areas & food sources. I grew up eating wild rice & have always cherished its delicious flavor + texture. Wishing the Menominee Tribe much success, so everyone can enjoy much more manōmaeh for many years to come!

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Caylee Clay, RDN (they/them) @autoimmune-eats.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

🤣🤣🤣 Friendly reminders: ✔️ All foods can fit into a balanced way of eating ✔️ Some foods are meant to be consumed for pure enjoyment, not their nutrition content. ✔️ Trying to eat perfectly is a) not possible and b) a key symptom of an eating disorder called orthorexia

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Caylee Clay, RDN (they/them) @autoimmune-eats.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

Love this article. Great info, plus I've always got a sweet spot for folks that recommend dietitians 🥲

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Caylee Clay, RDN (they/them) @autoimmune-eats.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

Seeing this pattern play out repeatedly with my patients 😔 Avoiding COVID still matters - mask up whenever you can! COVID is linked to new onset autoimmune + autoinflammatory diseases. Reminder: even masking irregularly or not always still helps protect you + others!

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The Onion @theonion.com · 15/06/2026

Health Department Closes Perfectly Good Burrito Place theonion.com/health-department-clos…

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David BASTARDspan @davidbix.com · 14/06/2026

There are parts of Brooklyn where the best Jewish style deli food is at halal restaurants owned and operated by Yemeni Muslim immigrants who learned how to make wonderfully authentic brisket, pastrami, and corned beef. It's so perfectly New York and sums up so much of what's great about this city.

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Caylee Clay, RDN (they/them) @autoimmune-eats.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

I don't own any Knicks apparel (yet), but I will wear a shirt that clearly explains the conclusion I jump to every single time a professional basketball player does something uncoordinated.

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Caylee Clay, RDN (they/them) @autoimmune-eats.bsky.social · 06/06/2026

I prefer "tree blood" over "sugar water," but the point stands.

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Caylee Clay, RDN (they/them) @autoimmune-eats.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

Reducing infections helps to prevent new autoimmune diagnoses ➡️ “When you dig into the literature, you see that every major pandemic is accompanied by a long-version, chronic illness that follows... Many viral pathogens are capable of triggering these chronic diseases after infection.”

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Caylee Clay, RDN (they/them) @autoimmune-eats.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

4. Ask them if it sounded tasty to them in the moment, because wanting it is a valid reason for eating frozen or processed foods too

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Green Country Collective @gsustulsa.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

Lands managed without formal government backing are quietly outperforming some of the world's most protected nature reserves, and the reason why challenges what conservation science thought it knew.

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Indigenous Lands Protect Wildlife Better Than Many Government Parks, Research Says

New research analyzing 111 conservation studies found that Indigenous lands could be used as a model for conservation efforts elsewhere.

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Caylee Clay, RDN (they/them) @autoimmune-eats.bsky.social · 24/05/2026

If there is ONE thing you do for your autoimmune disease: Please take vitamin D. Probably 1000-2000 IUs per day. Why? Because research shows it can significantly reduce your risk of getting ANOTHER autoimmune disease.

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Caylee Clay, RDN (they/them) @autoimmune-eats.bsky.social · 24/05/2026

Running theory: society encourages women to abuse themselves until autoimmune disease develops. "I used to equate strength with endurance. My identity was wrapped up in pushing through exhaustion & discomfort, remaining productive no matter the cost. But endurance is not the same thing as health."

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Caylee Clay, RDN (they/them) @autoimmune-eats.bsky.social · 24/05/2026

If I had a dollar for every person I've met who lives with neurodivergence, autoimmune disease, and an eating disorder, I could retire. This pattern is so common - the medical community needs to start recognizing these major intersections!

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✨ Soft Grit Spoonie ✨ @softgritspoonie.bsky.social · 24/05/2026

I have 99 problems and chronic illness is literally all of them.

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Caylee Clay, RDN (they/them) @autoimmune-eats.bsky.social · 23/05/2026

As someone who *accidentally* drank raw camel's milk in Morocco and is still fighting off waves of IBS 8 months later... please do NOT drink raw milk!!

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Alex Steed @alexsteed.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

I've noticed how much I’ve aged in the past 5 years and I am really hoping that adding chia seeds to my yogurt can turn this whole thing around.

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Michelle @michelleroy78.bsky.social · 17/05/2026

If you had to choose between eating tacos every day or being skinny would you choose hard or soft shell tacos.

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Caylee Clay, RDN (they/them) @autoimmune-eats.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

Working with men with psoriasis be like: Yes, you do need to use lotion. Yes, every day. 💚

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Caylee Clay, RDN (they/them) @autoimmune-eats.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

Case in point: Medicare sucks. Sure, it's better than nothing. And actually probably better than a lot of employee insurance plans. Doesn't mean it doesn't suck, though.

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Caylee Clay, RDN (they/them) @autoimmune-eats.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

Why are good homemade salads so elusive?? 😭

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Caylee Clay, RDN (they/them) @autoimmune-eats.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

Yes, MedicAID for all! Medicare is not close to a good insurance plan, it just seems like it because the majority of the other options are even more awful.

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Caylee Clay, RDN (they/them) @autoimmune-eats.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

I'll never forget the year I used quercetin as an all-natural antihistamine. Not only does it work great, but my psoriatic arthritis pain simply disappeared! There is research demonstrating this same effect in rheumatoid arthritis. Best allergy season ever 🥲

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