My Journey: From Chronic Pain to Vibrant Health

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Welcome to envisionblack.org – a space curated to guide and inspire you on your lifestyle journey. I’m Coach Mel, and this is my story of overcoming chronic migraines, PCOS, and hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) to reclaim my health and transform my life.

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When Everything Fell Apart

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In 2018, I landed what I thought was my dream job. But just a few months later, my world turned upside down when debilitating migraines began consuming my life. What started as occasional headaches quickly escalated to 17-21 migraine days per month. I could barely work a couple of hours a day – the only relief came from sleeping in dark rooms.

The migraines weren’t my only battle. I was also managing PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome) and hidradenitis suppurativa, a painful inflammatory skin condition. These three conditions created a perfect storm of chronic pain and inflammation that left me feeling defeated and desperate for answers. I stopped eating properly, stopped drinking enough water, and stopped caring for myself. The ripple effect was devastating – my relationships suffered, especially with my son, and I felt like I was failing everyone I loved.

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The Medical Maze

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Working with neurologists, I underwent scan after scan, MRI after MRI. Every single result came back clean. The medical gaslighting was real – I started questioning whether I was making it all up in my head. Drug after drug was prescribed, yet I remained trapped in a cycle of chronic pain with no relief in sight. Living with migraines, PCOS, and hidradenitis suppurativa while navigating a healthcare system that couldn’t provide answers was one of the darkest periods of my life. But sometimes our greatest struggles become the foundation for our most powerful transformations.

 

The Turning Point

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In early 2020, with the help of my best friend, I decided to take control of my health journey. We dove deep into research, exploring supplements and elimination diets. I eliminated nightshades, experimented with veganism, and even became obsessed with various “healthy” lifestyle trends. Nothing stuck – especially when I started lifting weights and needed more sustainable nutrition. I knew inflammation was the root cause of my migraines, PCOS symptoms, and hidradenitis suppurativa flare-ups, but I needed to find something that would work long-term.

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The Game-Changer

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In October 2021, I took a leap of faith and tried the ketogenic diet for the first time. This single decision became the most transformative commitment of my life. It wasn’t just about losing weight – I was already doing that. It was about the incredible energy, mental clarity, and freedom I suddenly felt. For the first time in years, my migraines became manageable. My PCOS symptoms improved dramatically. My hidradenitis suppurativa flare-ups decreased significantly. I felt healthy, clean, and alive in a way I hadn’t experienced since before 2018.

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The Real Education Begins

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This journey opened my eyes to the truth about our food system. I started reading every label, learning that everything that glitters isn’t gold. These so-called “healthy” foods are loaded with sugar, preservatives, and chemicals that other countries have entirely banned – yet the US allows them freely. I eliminated anything with ingredients I couldn’t pronounce, along with sulfates, sulfites, nitrates, and nitrites. Slowly but surely, my body began to heal from years of chronic inflammation.

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Where I Am Today

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I don’t have the perfect formula – I’m still learning and growing every single day. I'm managing a well balanced diet without starving myself, and I’ve gone from 17-21 migraine days per month to having them rarely. My PCOS symptoms are manageable, and my hidradenitis suppurativa no longer controls my daily life. Every day I get closer to having the lifestyle and body I’ve always dreamed about. Most importantly, I’ve learned that healing is possible, even when the medical system tells you otherwise.

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My Promise to You

I’m not just here to help you attain your goals – I’m on this journey right alongside you. I understand the frustration of chronic health conditions, the desperation for answers, and the hope that comes with finally finding what works. This is EnVision Black Health, where we Live Life with Love, and where your healing journey begins.

 

Ready to start your transformation? Let’s walk this path together.

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- Coach Mel