Re: Re: 4 years!! / nutrition

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I hate to tell you, but 99% of the vitamins off the shelf in GNC and everywhere

else are a total waste of money because they're not bioavailable - meaning they

just pass through our digestive system without being dissolved - this goes for

chewables too (includes popular supplements like Centrum).  Most people don't

realize this. I was taking Flintstone chewables until I learned how horrible the

fillers are and how ineffective they really are. I have clinical studies on

these that prove this if anyone is interested. 

For b12, if you're not going to opt for the injections, the next best thing is

sublingual. These don't have the binders and fillers typically found in capsules

and are more readily dissolved and in the bloodstream. Still not as effective

though.

I have the same problem swallowing pills - probably very common for this group -

hence the injectable b12. Another vitamin we're likely all deficient in is D.

This comes in sublingual also - some info on that is below - D3 is the best form

to take.

Finally - we all need antioxidants in very healthy doses. they protect our cells

from free radical damage that cause disease, inflammation, etc. Especially

important with our challenges. Again, be wary of what you buy - not all are

created equal and likely a waste of money. Dr. Oz talked about the importance of

these on this show not long ago:

 http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded & v=Ayvr17F3epo

Again, I have tons of clinical studies on this if anyone wants them.

If you're wondering what you CAN take that actually does any good - I will tell

you that I work with a company that has pharma grade supplements that are

manufactured with nanotechnology so that each molecule is actually absorbed by

the body - this has been measured and proven in reams of clinical studies. If

anyone wants to learn more, let me know.

D3

The two forms of vitamin D are ergocalciferol (D2) and cholecalciferol (D3).

Vitamin D2 can be ingested naturally through vitamin-fortified foods such as

cereal, juice and milk. D3 can be produced naturally through sun exposure and

through diets rich in egg yolks, sardines, fortified whole milk and beef liver.

Most people do not synthesize healthy levels of the nutrient and do not get it

from other sources due to preoccupation with sun exposure and unpopularity of

foods rich in D3. As a result of the reluctance of consumers, supplementing

vitamin D3 is suggested for many adults. While D2 is healthy in small amounts,

large quantities of the vitamin can be toxic to the body. In contrast, there is

no risk of toxicity with vitamin D3. The current recommendation of vitamin D is

15 micrograms (600 IU or

International Units) daily for all individuals (males, female,

pregnant/lactating women) under the age of 70 years-old. The upper limit has

been set at 4,000 IU. Previous research has shown that vitamin D2 is as

effective as vitamin D3, but new research suggests that D3 is more potent.

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From: Kim Abrams <xploring37@...>

" achalasia " <achalasia >

Sent: Wednesday, January 18, 2012 1:21 PM

Subject: Re: Re: 4 years!!

 

Hi Kim,

 

Thanks for the good info. I have heard from many people how important it is to

take B12 but just kind of let it go to the wayside in the past 8 months when I

stopped being able to swallow pills. Instead I opt for chewable vitamins and

couldn't find this one in chewable. I absolutely hate needles so that is not an

option.

Maybe GNC has chewable form?

 

Kim A

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From: Leda Mae <leda444@...>

" achalasia " <achalasia >

Sent: Thursday, January 12, 2012 3:09 PM

Subject: Re: Re: 4 years!!

 

Because we're likely not getting enough food/nutrients in our system to have a

decent b12 level - and it's very important to a well functioning brain and

nervous system - and effects our mood and energy levels. Having digestive

difficulties (ie achalasia) and on top of that a malfunctioning stomach -

contributes to the deficiency. The conversion process is complicated and we need

just the right amount of acid in our stomachs to convert it for use in our

bodies.

You can google it - there's a ton on info on b12. You can get a script from the

doctor and for around $10 can buy a vial. It's easy to inject yourself - lots of

that on youtube. You can't get too much so you won't overdose. And it does make

you feel better - especially if you're deficient! 

I don't see enough on this site about getting the proper nutrition. We all

understandably eat whatever we can get down and that in most cases is not a

nutritious diet. I have that same issue. So...whenever I can I take my

antioxidant juice (can't swallow pills of course) and take the b12 injection. It

makes a huge difference in how I feel and cope with all this.  I'm not claiming

any cures, but have had a much easier time since focusing on these supplements.

Here's a link to watch:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dg-QvfJTdbg 

Best,

Kim

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From: Jenn Gerrits <adoptivemommy@...>

achalasia

Sent: Thursday, January 12, 2012 3:28 PM

Subject: Re: Re: 4 years!!

 

Why B12 injections?

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Re: 4 years!!

 

My 'ectomy anniversary will be 4 years on February 25th. I was just diagnosed

with gastroparesis at The Cleveland Clinic just before Christmas....rough times

are ahead.

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