Why I Believe Remission from ITP Is Possible: My Healing Manifesto of Faith and Hope
If you’re living with ITP and wondering if healing is even possible, you’re not alone. I’ve been there too—scared, overwhelmed, and unsure where to turn. But today, I stand on the other side of that valley, in remission, with a message burning in my heart:
Healing is possible.
Not just symptom relief. Not just temporary remission. True, deep, life-changing healing.
Not just symptom relief. Not just temporary remission. True, deep, life-changing healing.
This is my personal healing manifesto—what I believe, what I’ve lived, and what I want you to know as you search for answers and hope.
I Believe the Body Was Made to Heal
Even when lab reports look grim, I believe your body is not broken—it’s communicating. Low platelets don’t mean your immune system has failed. It means it’s asking for help, for restoration, for a chance to reset.
I learned to stop fighting my body and started listening to it.
I Believe in Root-Cause Healing, Not Just Immune Suppression
Most conventional ITP treatment plans focus on suppressing the immune system. And while there may be moments where that’s necessary, I don’t believe that’s the only—or best—way.
I believe in working with the immune system:
- Removing toxic triggers
- Supporting the gut and liver
- Reducing inflammation
- Nourishing the body through anti-inflammatory foods and essential nutrients
For me, this meant combining natural therapies, nutrition, and lifestyle changes grounded in faith and intention.
I Believe in the Power of Faith
I didn’t walk this healing path alone. God was with me every step, guiding me to the right information, the right support, and the right mindset shift.
Healing from ITP is physical—but it’s also spiritual and emotional.
Fear and hopelessness are heavy burdens. But when we give those to God, we create space for peace, clarity, and healing to begin.
Fear and hopelessness are heavy burdens. But when we give those to God, we create space for peace, clarity, and healing to begin.
I Believe Words Matter
What we say over our bodies matters. For a long time, I repeated what I’d been told—“I’m sick. I have an incurable autoimmune disease.” But eventually, I started speaking life instead.
Now I say:
🟣 “I’m healed.”
🟣 “My body is resilient.”
🟣 “I serve a God who still heals.”
🟣 “I’m healed.”
🟣 “My body is resilient.”
🟣 “I serve a God who still heals.”
I Believe Remission Is Real
Not just for me. For you. For others.
I’m not a doctor, but I’m someone who’s lived this and walked into remission with God’s help and a natural healing plan that supported my body instead of suppressing it.
I’m not a doctor, but I’m someone who’s lived this and walked into remission with God’s help and a natural healing plan that supported my body instead of suppressing it.
My story isn’t the exception—it’s a reminder that there is hope.
You Are Not Alone
If you’ve just been diagnosed, if you’re feeling discouraged, or if you’re searching late into the night for anything that offers real answers—know this:
✨ You are not alone.
✨ You are not broken.
✨ There is hope.
✨ And healing is possible.
✨ You are not broken.
✨ There is hope.
✨ And healing is possible.
Want Support on Your Healing Journey?
I created a guide for those newly diagnosed with ITP (or feeling stuck in fear) that walks through natural and faith-filled approaches to support your platelets, reduce inflammation, and care for your whole body.
👉 [Download the ITP Guide here]
👉 [Download the ITP Guide here]
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You are deeply loved. Your body is capable. And your healing journey matters.
Have you ever felt stuck in a cycle of treatments that never seem to get to the real problem?
Maybe you've been given a diagnosis and told, 'There's no cure." Your doctors are focused on symptom management while you’re silently asking…
“But what about healing?”
It’s a question I had to wrestle with in my own health journey, and today I want to help you understand the powerful difference between treatment and true healing—and why it matters more than you think.
✅ Treatment vs. Healing: What’s the Difference?
1. Treatment is often short-term. Healing is a journey.
Treatment is designed to stabilize or relieve symptoms. That’s important, especially during a crisis. But it doesn’t mean your body is healed—it simply means your symptoms are under control (for now).
Healing, on the other hand, is about restoring your body to balance, so those symptoms don’t keep coming back.
Healing, on the other hand, is about restoring your body to balance, so those symptoms don’t keep coming back.
2. Treatment can be passive. Healing requires participation.
You can be treated by a doctor or specialist, and that can be helpful. But healing involves your active participation: changing what you eat, how you manage stress, what you put on your skin, and how you think.
Healing is personal. It asks more of you—but it also gives so much more back.
Healing is personal. It asks more of you—but it also gives so much more back.
3. Treatment targets the body. Healing involves the whole person.
Modern medicine tends to separate physical symptoms from emotional or spiritual wellbeing. But true healing addresses the whole person—body, mind, and spirit.
Inflammation, for example, can be driven not just by diet but also by stress, toxins, trauma, and even spiritual disconnection.
Inflammation, for example, can be driven not just by diet but also by stress, toxins, trauma, and even spiritual disconnection.
4. Treatment may not lead to freedom. Healing brings restoration.
You can live for years managing a condition with no real resolution.
But healing brings you back to life—more energy, more clarity, more peace. It’s not just about absence of disease; it’s about the presence of wholeness.
But healing brings you back to life—more energy, more clarity, more peace. It’s not just about absence of disease; it’s about the presence of wholeness.
5. Sometimes treatment is necessary—but it’s not the final answer.
There’s no shame in needing treatment. It may be the first step. But don’t stop there.
Ask deeper questions like:
- What caused this imbalance in the first place?
- What does my body need to repair and restore?
- What is inflaming my system?
- What habits are keeping me sick?
🔥 The First Step Toward Healing: Reduce Inflammation Naturally
If you’re ready to move beyond managing symptoms and start addressing root causes, reducing inflammation is one of the best places to begin.
That’s exactly why I recommend the 11-Day Jumpstart.
This simple, supported program helps you:
- Remove inflammatory foods
- Flood your body with nutrients
- Rebuild your energy, digestion, and mindset
- Get coaching, encouragement, and recipes in a private group
It’s the same kind of reset that helped me move from just “getting by” to feeling vibrant and hopeful again.
✨ Are You Ready to Jumpstart Healing?
Whether you’re new to this journey or looking for a fresh start, the 11-Day Jumpstart can help you finally shift from treatment to true healing.
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When you're living with ITP (Immune Thrombocytopenia Purpura), it can feel like your life has been hijacked. The unexplained bruises, constant fatigue, fear of bleeding—it’s enough to make anyone feel defeated. But what if the most powerful healing tool isn’t a medication… it’s your mindset?
The Power of the Words You Speak
If you’re like many ITP warriors, you may have caught yourself thinking or saying:
- “I can’t live like this anymore.”
- “This is a horrible disease.”
- “My life will never be the same.”
- “I’ll be stuck with this forever.”
These thoughts may feel honest in the moment—but they can also become traps.
Dr. Bruce Lipton, author of The Biology of Belief, teaches that our cells respond to what we believe. That means the way we think and speak about our health can literally shape the way our body heals. You’re not just dealing with platelets—you’re dealing with beliefs that either support your body… or sabotage it.
Flip the Script: Mindset Shifts That Encourage Healing
Let’s try something radical. What if you flipped the script?
Instead of saying:
❌ “I have a disease.”
Try:
✅ “I’m healing from a disease.”
❌ “I have a disease.”
Try:
✅ “I’m healing from a disease.”
Instead of:
❌ “This is ruining my life.”
Try:
✅ “This is challenging me to grow in strength and resilience.”
❌ “This is ruining my life.”
Try:
✅ “This is challenging me to grow in strength and resilience.”
Instead of:
❌ “There’s no hope.”
Try:
✅ “Hope may be quiet right now, but it’s still here.”
❌ “There’s no hope.”
Try:
✅ “Hope may be quiet right now, but it’s still here.”
This isn’t just semantics—it’s strategy. You’re choosing to speak life over your body instead of death. That matters.
This Is Not Toxic Positivity—It’s Healing Focus
To be clear, flipping your mindset isn’t about pretending everything is fine. It’s not about ignoring blood test results or pretending you're not afraid.
This is about acknowledging your pain while still choosing a path of possibility and purpose.
You can say, “This is hard” and still believe, “I can heal.”
You can cry and still declare, “I’m stronger than I feel today.”
Speak Life Over Your Platelets: A 7-Day Challenge
Want to try it? Here's a simple challenge:
👉 For the next 7 days, speak one hopeful, healing-focused statement out loud each morning.
Here are a few to get you started:
- “My body was created to heal.”
- “Every day, I’m moving toward better health.”
- “I am not defined by ITP.”
- “I choose hope, even when I don’t feel it yet.”
Even if you don’t believe the words at first, speak them anyway. Speak them until you do.
🌿 Faith for the Journey
If you’re a person of faith, it helps to remember that your mindset isn’t just a mental battle — it’s a spiritual one too. God sees your struggle and walks with you in it. When the road feels uncertain, His Word can anchor your heart and bring peace to your thoughts. You don’t have to face ITP or any health journey alone. As you speak hope over your healing, remember what God speaks over you — strength, purpose, and peace.
Here are a few verses I cling to:
- Isaiah 41:10 – “So do not fear, for I am with you... I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”
- Romans 15:13 – “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in Him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.”
- Psalm 103:2–3 – “Praise the Lord, my soul, and forget not all his benefits—who forgives all your sins and heals all your diseases.”
Final Encouragement
You are not a victim of ITP. You are not broken beyond repair. You are a warrior in the middle of transformation.
Flip the script.
Choose healing.
Speak hope.
And watch your body begin to follow.
Choose healing.
Speak hope.
And watch your body begin to follow.
Want more support on your healing journey?
Download my free guide: 3 Ways to Increase Platelets Naturally — filled with practical tips you can implement right away.
When you're living with a condition like ITP (Immune Thrombocytopenia) or working to support your platelet health, it’s natural to want to identify the “one thing” that will fix everything—or the one thing that caused the problem in the first place. Maybe you’ve asked yourself, Did that fast food meal drop my platelet count? Or Will this new supplement finally help? But here's the truth: your body is shaped far more by your daily habits than by a single action.
In fact, this "one-to-one" way of thinking may come from a combination of Western medicine’s reductionist approach and our brain’s natural desire for simplicity and certainty. However, true healing happens through trends, not just triggers.
Let’s dig into the bigger picture of how nutrition and toxin exposure work cumulatively—and what healthy habits actually support better platelet health over time.
The Myth of the “Magic Bullet” (and the “Instant Trigger”)
We’ve been conditioned to think in isolated terms: one drug for one symptom. One bad food that ruins everything. One miracle herb that will cure us. But the human body doesn’t work like a vending machine—it’s a complex, interconnected system. Your immune system, your gut, your liver, your stress levels, and even your emotional health all influence each other.
That one spray of perfume or one night of eating junk food isn’t likely to tank your platelets. But when those choices become daily habits, they can contribute to chronic inflammation, immune imbalance, and poor detoxification—creating an environment where your platelet count struggles to stay stable.
Why Your Daily Habits Matter More Than Occasional Slip-Ups
Think of your health like a savings account. Every healthy habit is a deposit. Every unhealthy habit is a withdrawal. A single purchase doesn’t bankrupt you—but years of poor financial habits will. The same is true for your body.
Over time, the cumulative effects of processed foods, artificial fragrances, chronic stress, and environmental toxins can wear down your immune and detox systems. Conversely, consistent support through nutrient-dense food, clean products, rest, and stress management can build resilience and create an upward trend in health—even if the change feels slow.
What Habits Actually Help Support Platelet Health?
Here’s where it gets practical. If you're looking to improve your platelet count or support your immune system naturally, focus on long-term lifestyle trends instead of looking for a quick fix. These are the areas that matter most:
1. Anti-Inflammatory Foods
Chronic inflammation is often at the root of autoimmune issues like ITP. Focus on whole, colorful foods—especially leafy greens, berries, wild-caught fish, turmeric (with caution), and foods rich in omega-3s. Avoid processed foods, refined sugars, and excessive gluten or dairy if you’re sensitive.
2. Gut Health
Your immune system begins in your gut. Support it with fermented foods like sauerkraut or coconut yogurt, bone broth, prebiotic fibers, and high-quality probiotics. Avoid antibiotics unless absolutely necessary, and be mindful of gut-disrupting ingredients in food and medications.
3. Liver Support
Your liver is your body’s detox powerhouse. It helps process environmental toxins, medications, and even hormones. Support it with lemon water, cruciferous vegetables (like broccoli and cauliflower), beets, dandelion root tea, and plenty of clean water.
4. Reduce Your Toxic Load
Look at what you’re putting on your skin, breathing in your home, and using in your laundry. Swap out artificial fragrances, parabens, and harsh chemicals for clean, non-toxic alternatives. One scented candle might not matter—but daily exposure adds up.
5. Manage Stress
Stress is not just emotional—it’s biochemical. Chronic stress raises cortisol, affects your gut, suppresses your immune system, and can interfere with platelet production. Practice deep breathing, prayer, journaling, walking in nature, or other stress-reducing habits regularly.
What About Supplements?
Supplements absolutely have their place in a healing journey. I personally experienced positive results from Chinese herbal formulas that supported platelet health, balanced my immune system, and aided liver detoxification. However, supplements are not a replacement for foundational lifestyle changes. They work best as part of a bigger strategy—one that includes nourishing food, a low-toxin lifestyle, stress management, and consistent self-care.
The Takeaway: Think in Terms of Trends, Not Triggers
Healing doesn’t come from one meal, one supplement, or one good decision. It comes from hundreds of tiny, repeated choices over time.
So next time you catch yourself worrying about one less-than-perfect choice or putting all your hope in one miracle remedy, pause. Zoom out. Look at the trend. That’s where real change—and real healing—happens.
Want to Go Deeper?
If you're ready to support your platelet health through a holistic approach, check out my ITP GUIDE and my FREE CHECKLIST on reducing toxins at home. Small changes over time really do add up—and you’re not alone on this journey.
Looking for Natural Ways to Increase Platelets with ITP?
If you’ve been diagnosed with ITP (Immune Thrombocytopenia), a common question is: “What supplements can I take to increase my platelet count naturally?”
As someone who has personally experienced ITP remission and supported many others on this journey, I want to start with this foundational truth:
Supplements Should Not Be Your First Step.
It’s tempting to try a new pill or powder in hopes of a quick platelet boost. But long-term healing starts with lifestyle. Supplements are most effective when combined with:
- Nutrient-rich, anti-inflammatory foods
- Reducing chronic inflammation
- Supporting gut and liver detox pathways
- Removing hidden toxins in your home
- Managing emotional and physical stress
These are the pillars that helped me achieve long lasting remission—and they can support you, too.
Best Supplements for ITP and Immune System Health
Here are some top supplements that may support people with ITP and low platelet counts. Always consult with your healthcare provider before adding anything new to your routine.
☀️ Vitamin D for ITP
- Benefits: Supports immune balance and platelet production.
- Check: Have your vitamin D levels tested. Aim for 50–80 ng/mL.
- Note: It’s fat-soluble, so don’t overdo it without supervision.
💪 Vitamin C to Strengthen Platelets
- Benefits: Boosts immunity and helps maintain healthy blood vessels.
- Sources: Citrus fruits, bell peppers, kiwi, or 500–1000 mg/day supplements.
- Watch out: Too much may cause digestive upset.
🧠 B12 & Folate (Methylated B Vitamins)
- Benefits: Crucial for DNA repair, red blood cell formation, and immune function.
- Tip: Look for methylcobalamin and methylfolate.
🧬 Zinc for Immune Function
- Benefits: Short-term support for the immune system and wound healing.
- Dosage: 15–30 mg/day.
- Caution: Prolonged use may lower copper levels.
🥬 Iron (Only If Deficient)
- Benefits: Helps with energy if you have low ferritin or anemia.
- Important: Supplement only with confirmed deficiency.
🧪 Omega-3 Fatty Acids (Fish Oil)
- Benefits: Lowers inflammation and supports immune health.
- Caution: Can thin the blood at high doses—check with your doctor. Tip - try adding foods that contain Omega-3 if you are concerned about taking a separate supplement.
🌿 Chinese Herbal Remedies for ITP
- Why consider them: Under the guidance of a trained practitioner, they can support immune regulation & platelet health.
- Personal note: Chinese herbs were a vital part of my healing path to remission. I've included a link at the end if you'd like more information on this topic.
Supplements to Avoid with ITP or Use with Caution
Some herbs and natural remedies can interfere with platelet function or increase bleeding risk. Be cautious with the following:
🌿 Turmeric / Curcumin
- Why be cautious: Mixed evidence—some studies suggest it supports healthy platelets, others indicate it may impair platelet function. You may want to check out the research and decide for yourself.
🌿 Ginkgo Biloba
- Why be cautious: May increase bleeding risk.
🌿 White Willow Bark
- Why avoid it: Acts similarly to aspirin; generally not safe for those with ITP.
Final Thoughts: Lifestyle First, Supplements Second
If you're navigating ITP, remember: You don’t have to figure everything out overnight. You are not behind. You are right on time for your healing journey.
Supplements can help, but they aren’t the whole story. Your best chance at remission and lasting health comes from rebuilding the foundations—nutrition, detox, rest, emotional peace, and spiritual strength.
You’ve got this. Healing is possible.
💬 Get More Support on Your ITP Journey
Join my free Facebook group: Platelets, Plants, and Prayers — a supportive community for people with ITP looking for natural healing.
Explore helpful resources created with you in mind:
- ✅ Free ITP Guide: 3 Ways to Raise Platelets Naturally
- ✅ Chinese Herbal Medicine for ITP: Chinese Herbs as a Treatment for ITP
- ✅ Meal Planning Masterclass: Autoimmune Meal Planning Made Easy
Keep learning. Keep believing. Healing is possible.
