<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[My Site]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mysite]]></description><link>https://www.cathyshares.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 10:29:02 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.cathyshares.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Bladder support]]></title><description><![CDATA[I receive commissions for purchases made through links in this post. Do you have frequent bladder pain or a diagnosis of interstitial cystitis? Sometimes it is a food flare the beginning of UTI. I have found that these two products give me the best relief. I take this D-Mannose daily at night https://amzn.to/49aKc63  and  in a flare I take this one at a higher dose of 2 capsules every 3-4 hours  https://amzn.to/49aKc63  to help clear out bacteria that could]]></description><link>https://www.cathyshares.com/post/bladder-support</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69530e5423e37bb9569a6df1</guid><pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2025 23:43:13 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/45e007_6372c1f809e14f48ad55549806a7355e~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_331,h_535,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Cathy Mudd</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Endometriosis - part 2]]></title><description><![CDATA[After the hystrectomy I did the walking and recovery as guided. But something still felt off. I could feel pain as I was digesting food, I had constant agonizing pain in my abdomin. 2nd surgery just under 6 months was scheduled in Los Gatos. I had developed adhesions and my appendix needed to be removed as Dr said it was mishapened. Bladder was infused &#38; checked, very red and inflamed. Diagnosis of IC remains. But no endo was found during the 3 hour surgery.  Home for recovery again. Pain...]]></description><link>https://www.cathyshares.com/post/endometriosis-part-2</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6999f9e0f5362f0f94314634</guid><pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2026 19:14:19 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Cathy Mudd</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Planner]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sometimes I just need a good planner &#38; not my phone. There is something about writing that allows me to check or cross tasks of my list Check this one out. https://amzn.to/49RDSCb]]></description><link>https://www.cathyshares.com/post/planner</link><guid isPermaLink="false">697fc41ff1094fef14ea2764</guid><pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2026 21:24:46 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Cathy Mudd</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Endometriosis - part 1]]></title><description><![CDATA[My first surgery was in 1988, ovarian cyst followed by ebdo surgery 1989. Rx of Provera for a few years, had a reaction &#38; weaned myself off - later found out how bad it was overall. Then it was time to think about having children. Ob/gyn decided a hysterosalpingogram was needed, it was good news no blockages/issues. I was able to conceive and have to amazing children. Fast foward to 2010 &#38; I started having issues with drinking coffee &#38; bladder frequency. That was my first sign of the growing...]]></description><link>https://www.cathyshares.com/post/endometriosis-part-1</link><guid isPermaLink="false">697e2406f1094fef14e9452b</guid><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2026 16:08:21 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Cathy Mudd</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nerve pain]]></title><description><![CDATA[Well it was not the best two weeks. Groin/low abdominal nerve were flaring. The best I can decipher is I moved in a way that caused the nerve to be pinched. The issue causes bladder spasms.  I get a constant pinching or shooting pain the area of a palm on the lower right above leg crease. Traveling or walking during a episode is pretty non-exixtent. I treat with red light mat, turmeric, arnica pain tablets, rest &#38; hydration. Today is starting out pain free, but with a light spasming. Affliate...]]></description><link>https://www.cathyshares.com/post/nerve-pain</link><guid isPermaLink="false">697a24e4f1094fef14e72122</guid><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2026 15:27:39 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Cathy Mudd</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Curly hair product]]></title><description><![CDATA[Way back when I had hair that just a nice body, I could curl it or straighten it easily....but then I had 2 wonderful children. Hormonal hair loss. It grew back in curly. I am always searching for clean products to control and help shape it now, you know the ones products without hormone triggers  like parabens, sulphates, etc. This is a great product I have added to my curly hair arsenal.  https://amzn.to/4qDzbC1]]></description><link>https://www.cathyshares.com/post/curly-hair-product</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6973df4c784e73aa9ad614af</guid><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2026 20:59:02 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Cathy Mudd</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Garage organizing]]></title><description><![CDATA[Garage storage/overhaul/ reorganizing in small increments. Boxes to totes &#38; thinning down. The struggle from packing up the house  to current was 10+ years ago. Before surgeries, before recovery &#38; dealing with ongoing pain that is still gradually lessening as I continue with therapy weekly. Thankfully my daughter is a guiding voice on the keep, goodwill &#38; garbage.]]></description><link>https://www.cathyshares.com/post/garage-organizing</link><guid isPermaLink="false">696c24fa294cde4c7627fa45</guid><pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2026 00:10:57 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Cathy Mudd</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Healthy Liver]]></title><description><![CDATA[Did you know ⁉️  Onions are one of the most underestimated healing foods on the planet ✨ Onions actively cleanse and disinfect the liver by binding to pathogens, waste, and toxic byproducts and escorting them out of the body. They support bile flow, thin stagnant bile, and help break down putrefaction that burdens the liver and bloodstream. Raw onion is especially powerful for liver support. It helps neutralize ammonia, feeds beneficial gut bacteria, and assists the liver in processing...]]></description><link>https://www.cathyshares.com/post/healthy-liver</link><guid isPermaLink="false">696a51ed294cde4c7627113a</guid><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2026 14:58:15 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Cathy Mudd</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bathroom mold]]></title><description><![CDATA[This dehumidifier! I have been using fir about a year now. The window was developing mold from evening showers. Turn this device on for about an hour and mold no more! I did have to clean the window &#38; framing with hydrogen peroxide first initailly, no issues since then. I highly recommend! https://amzn.to/3LF1aSl Affliate link ☝️]]></description><link>https://www.cathyshares.com/post/bathroom-mold</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69693b6b294cde4c76268267</guid><pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2026 19:14:02 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Cathy Mudd</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Favorite for lips]]></title><description><![CDATA[I tend to forget to add lip balm as often as I should.  Then my lips get super dry. This is a great fix &#38; feels great. Natural healing properties too! https://amzn.to/4pyQTFd]]></description><link>https://www.cathyshares.com/post/new-favorite-for-lips</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6966d0cd7d3bee3fd103cc90</guid><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2026 23:13:06 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Cathy Mudd</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Listening to My Body (and Letting It Rest)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hi all — the last few days have been rather odd. I’ve been extremely  tired, a little crabby, and lol… definitely scatterbrained. You know that foggy, off-kilter feeling where nothing is wrong , but nothing feels quite right either? That was me. After slowing down and checking in with myself, I realized I was a tad dehydrated. So I made a few simple adjustments: more water (with a shake of sea salt), and at least one Vita Coco or about 8–10 oz of 100% coconut water each day. I also doubled up...]]></description><link>https://www.cathyshares.com/post/listening-to-my-body-and-letting-it-rest</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6962b0be768b848d27108292</guid><pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2026 20:04:18 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Cathy Mudd</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kitchen fun]]></title><description><![CDATA[I found this spatula in a great little shop ran by an amazing elderly women several years ago. She carried some of the greatest jellies, dip mixes, food gift items, kitchen gadgets, kichenwares and also had  holiday decor in a seperate building. It was the perfect day trip for my teen daughter &#38; I. Sadly, the shop closed closed a few years ago - but I managed to find the same one on Amazon. Perfect for foodie raffle basket or gifting. https://amzn.to/4qV3C6v If click &#38; purchase I may receive...]]></description><link>https://www.cathyshares.com/post/kitchen-fun</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69586ee7bf8801c790d6df4f</guid><pubDate>Sat, 03 Jan 2026 01:28:39 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Cathy Mudd</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Unlock Your Body’s Potential with AbVantage: A Plant-Based Solution for Hip and Waist Reduction]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you have struggled with stubborn fat around your hips and waist, you know how frustrating it can be. Many people find that diet and exercise alone don’t always deliver the results they want in these areas. That’s where AbVantage comes in. This plant-based, non-stimulant supplement is designed to help your body burn more calories and target visceral fat, giving your waist and hips the advantage they need. AbVantage works by activating brown adipose tissue, a type of fat in your body that...]]></description><link>https://www.cathyshares.com/post/unlock-your-body-s-potential-with-abvantage-a-plant-based-solution-for-hip-and-waist-reduction</link><guid isPermaLink="false">695565a7fbc9403dda738c49</guid><pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2025 18:06:54 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/45e007_373649f54a9d47cd9f86f313a8267b9c~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_460,h_500,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Cathy Mudd</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[ Health, Diet, and Age Defying]]></title><description><![CDATA[Some of the links on this site are affiliate links, meaning I may earn a commission if you purchase through them. This helps support my work and allows me to keep providing free content. I only promote products or services I have personally used or thoroughly researched. Are you ready to try it? I found the best marine collagen! This product is from a company I trust. I’ve been on it for almost 1 month now. I noticed a huge difference on my cellulite and skin tone.     Everglow helps boost...]]></description><link>https://www.cathyshares.com/post/health-diet-and-age-defying</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6953157abc6e9ca01962068c</guid><pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2025 00:05:21 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/45e007_fef6c642158e47d98727579a4fbd5a89~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_960,h_700,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Cathy Mudd</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>