Guest guest Posted January 2, 2000 Report Share Posted January 2, 2000 I found the piece below on swimming interesting and I know that it is especially good with NMH to float vertically in water using a flotation belt (I am too weak to swim) floating vertically pushes the most blood back into the brain and I think the optimum time in the water is 20 minutes.. So that is what I did this summer in the Atlantic ocean. But the interesting thing is I always felt much better in the ocean of Maine which is quite cold even in summer than in the lakes that were much warmer. I guessed that the cold water pushed even more blood away from my extremities and to my organs....just a guess! But interestingly before I was sick I had a hard time getting into cold ocean water. Now I just walk right in. My last swim in the Maine Atlantic was in October! Perhaps the neuropathy damage from the NMH makes me less sensitive to cold. I acutally have a problem in that I stay in the ocean too long and could easily get hypothermia because it doesn't feel very cold. I can stay in much much longer than my healthy friends.....-E > Floating in a pool uses fewer calories than lying in bed, provided the >water is warm enough, e.g. 80 degrees or more. It is the ideal way to >begin >an exercise program because one can start very slowly and begin toning all >the muscles in the body long before the " aerobic " benefits of exercise are >achieved. > > Immersion in water reduced average specific gravity drastically. It is >the closest one can get to weightless on earth. Astronauts at one time >trained in water for this reason. The near weightlessness makes swimming >ideal for those with NMH since gravity aggravates pooling of blood in >extremities. In addition, swimming makes exercising easier for those with >low blood volume, often seen in CFS in combination with NMH. The water >increases pressure on the body forcing blood away from the surface of the >body toward the muscles where it is needed for exercise. > > The ideal water temperature for a PWC is about 85 degrees. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 16, 2000 Report Share Posted October 16, 2000 Hi all, I posted a bit ago about a friend who was diagnosed with Dientamoeba fragilis. She finally got in to see the naturopath, and here's what she wrote, just FYI. in health, -Todd Thanks for all the information! After seeing both the naturopath and an acupuncurist this week, I now have a better idea of what's going on: it seems that I have a condition called adrenal exhaustion. The adrenal glands produce hormones that allow us to cope with stress, worry and anxiety and that help the immune system function. The adrenals get weakened due to prolonged emotional and physical stress, which I have been under for about four months now coping with numerous serious family illnesses among other very difficult things going on in my life. Basically, because the adrenals were weak, I didn't have the ability to fight off the parasite. I'm now having weekly acupuncture treatments and taking many herbs for the adrenal and for the parasite (she's having me stay on the garlic, grapefruit seed extract, and goldenseal as my anti-parasitics, but she tripled my dosages). Already, my digestive problems and other symptoms are beginning to clear up! This all really makes sense to me, because, as i understand it, dientamoeba fragilis is a very mild parasite and is not supposed to cause the severe symptoms I've been having. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 17, 2000 Report Share Posted October 17, 2000 I think it's great to be able to see a naturopath. I wish I knew of one in my area (if I could have my preference... a female.... ) Are there any lists that have names of naturopaths and where you can find them? Thanks, Pamela H. > Hi all, > I posted a bit ago about a friend who was diagnosed with Dientamoeba > fragilis. She finally got in to see the naturopath, and here's what she > wrote, just FYI. > in health, > -Todd > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 17, 2000 Report Share Posted October 17, 2000 Pamela, Have you tried the phone book? Where I live they're listed under Physicians in the yellow pages, with a sub-section for Naturopathic. Where do you live? " M. Harriott " wrote: > > I think it's great to be able to see a naturopath. I wish I knew of one in > my area (if I could have my preference... a female.... ) Are there any lists > that have names of naturopaths and where you can find them? > > Thanks, > Pamela H. > > > Hi all, > > I posted a bit ago about a friend who was diagnosed with Dientamoeba > > fragilis. She finally got in to see the naturopath, and here's what she > > wrote, just FYI. > > in health, > > -Todd > > > > > Subscription email: > mailto:bowel cleanse-subscribeegroups > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 1, 2001 Report Share Posted January 1, 2001 I am looking for the metal cutting " tool " that makes your > cut bars of soap look kind of wavy -- I know I saw one on a site, > but now I cannot locate it -- can anyone help? You can find them in most kitchen supply stores. Pat. Peace, Joy, Serenity. www.houseofscents.com Cosmeticinfo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 1, 2001 Report Share Posted January 1, 2001 > Yes, you are correct in that synthetics can resemble pure essential oils. Not only can they resemble them, but they can stimulate the same areas of the brain. Pat. Peace, Joy, Serenity. www.houseofscents.com Cosmeticinfo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 13, 2001 Report Share Posted February 13, 2001 In a message dated 2/13/01 3:23:28 AM Central Standard Time, writes: I have just started the probiotics from Dr. D. Does anyone else get constipated from these? Hi, I'm new to the list and have been lurking for several weeks. I started on the probiotics last week and now have nothing but watery stool. I'm not sure what's happening. Sheila Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 14, 2001 Report Share Posted November 14, 2001 In a message dated 11/14/2001 9:25:07 AM Pacific Standard Time, anomie@... writes: New England Journal of Medicine is suggesting that > Armour thyroid is more > effective than Synthroid for people with hypothyroid > condition. > Anyone take it? Please advise. Ari, I agree that taking the natural form sounds best. I usually try to do that with most things I'm taking. When I was on Synthroid/Cytomel combo, I felt bad and wanted to be switched to Armour. My doc complied but I found I felt even worse on the Armour. I'm not sure why but it didn't work well for me. My doctor couldn't explain the change and felt I was fine on my the medicine I was on so he wouldn't make anymore changes to my dosing regime. That's when I searched for another doctor who thought I might have 's Thyroid Syndrome and it turns out he was correct. So, now I'm on a synthetic thyroid medicine (time-release T3) but it is the right medicine for me and I feel a LOT better! I think the key for each person is to keep on experimenting until you find doctor and a medicine and a dosing schedule that works for you. IMO, natural vs synthetic should be a secondary concern to getting medicine in the proper amounts that makes you feel well again. in LA "We are each responsible for our own life--no other person is or even *can* be." Oprah Winfrey http://geocities.com/llheinsohn/index.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 14, 2001 Report Share Posted November 14, 2001 Armor Thyroid is a natural form of T4 and T3 and synthroid is just what it sounds like synthetic T4. Many people have a need for the T3 because of a resistance to the hormone and the T4 is totally ineffective. For more on that look at http://drlowe.com New England Journal of Medicine is suggesting that > Armour thyroid is more > effective than Synthroid for people with hypothyroid > condition. > Anyone take it? Please advise. > > Thanks! > > Ari -- anomie " Pain is the common enemy of all mankind " Fall Equinox 2001 NAMTPT web site http://www.myofascialtherapy.org Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 17, 2002 Report Share Posted June 17, 2002 As far as I know, salt tends to raise blood pressure. It is not necessarily bad for blood pressure. It all depends on what one's blood pressure is. Also, I read (a while ago and can't remember where) that removing salt from the diet has its own dangers. -- Russ .... Salt is bad for the blood pressure. ... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 16, 2003 Report Share Posted September 16, 2003 Becca: I wish I were near you so I could give you a big hug! Thanks for sharing your story with us. It sounds like you are blessed with a wonderful husband and great personal resolve to take back the life you so richly deserve. Hooray for you!! I¹m proud of you and inspired by your story. I can¹t wait to hear your progress over the next six months or so. ³WTG baby!!² Sandy from Redmond > What a difference a year makes. > > One year ago this morning, I was on my way to the operating room to > get the tool that would help me to change my life. I Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 16, 2003 Report Share Posted September 16, 2003 Becca, thank you for your story. Sharing these is what makes this group so important for all of us. I have yet to make the decision to do the surgery, though my sister and many friends have (my sister is down 52 pounds since July!) At 245 I'm right on the border and keep telling myself I can do this on my own. . .But I said that a year ago and 10 years ago, too. I don't know the answer, but each day I am inspired by all of you and determined to keep going in the right direction (did I say DOWN?!) Just got back from exercise walk with my hubby. Eating plain popcorn for a snack, and getting to work! in Olympia Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 30, 2003 Report Share Posted October 30, 2003 You know, those thing cost 200 bucks, but I don't see the cost in their making. You could buy some Velcro strips in a sewing shop, cut holes in them exactly the size of a nickel (I believe that was what I measured, could have been a penny) and then order the electrodes that fit in them for a lot less. > Hi, All, > > Does anyone have a used BMaster flextrode band for sale? If you > do, please email me back channel with information. > > Thanks, Sandy LaForge > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 30, 2003 Report Share Posted October 30, 2003 Pete.. where do you buy the plastic gizmos? I agree with you about the price. I bought the Velcro, 1) because the flextrodes I originally bought, got really " nappy " , and 2) wanted to make different sizes for different heads. In my recent move, however, misplaced the plastic " grommets'. I'm sure they're on the internet somewhere but don't know what to call them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 30, 2003 Report Share Posted October 30, 2003 Dear Pete, , and the one who asked I cant recall your name (Sorry). We use QDS Electrocaps for training also (3 Sizes) , with the quantity of Petal Screws and ring you might need. And have more places than 10/20 System. May be 20/40 System??? http://www.geocities.com/Athens/Atlantis/2133/ec.html Hugs to all. www.qeeg.com.ar -- RE: Digest Number 537 Pete.. where do you buy the plastic gizmos? I agree with you about theprice. I bought the Velcro, 1) because the flextrodes I originallybought, got really "nappy" , and 2) wanted to make different sizesfor different heads. In my recent move, however, misplaced the plastic"grommets'. I'm sure they're on the internet somewhere but don't knowwhat to call them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 30, 2003 Report Share Posted October 30, 2003 Ask Dr Rocatti, I got screws and the other parts for a good price from him. drrocatti@ tucbbs.com.ar Orit Sodemann RE: Digest Number 537 Pete.. where do you buy the plastic gizmos? I agree with you about theprice. I bought the Velcro, 1) because the flextrodes I originallybought, got really "nappy" , and 2) wanted to make different sizesfor different heads. In my recent move, however, misplaced the plastic"grommets'. I'm sure they're on the internet somewhere but don't knowwhat to call them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 8, 2005 Report Share Posted November 8, 2005 In a message dated 11/8/2005 12:55:15 PM US Mountain Standard Time, neck pain writes: Message: 1 Date: Mon, 07 Nov 2005 17:57:58 -0500 From: Dave Cruikshank <d.cruikshank@...>Subject: SSI Paperwork questionIf it is not OK to ask this, then Moderator please remove it.I just received 2 packs of questionnaires to fill out for SSI. I'm not looking to cheat, but I don't want to hurt myself due to the way I word something. I can tell from reading them they are looking for "well you may be disabled, but you can still do XXXX for work"Such as them asking do I write out the bills, can I use a touchtone phone etc. Any pointers on this ? I do have a call in to my lawyer, my caseworker was out today. Thanks in advance DaveHI, Just tell the truth. They are trying to figure out what you can & can not do. You may think something is damaging & just might not be & so on, so the truth usually works. You'll be getting more to make out, they have an un-Godly amt. Just keep telling them what they want to know. I think somewhere in there it says you can add on with a separate sheet of paper if you need to. Go right ahead. I went through it 4 yrs. ago, it's nerve wracking, I know. You will be asked the same thing over & over, just keep answering. You may think some of the questions are just plain silly, but answer them anyway. I wish you luck. Shari Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 8, 2005 Report Share Posted November 8, 2005 In a message dated 11/8/2005 12:55:15 PM US Mountain Standard Time, neck pain writes: Message: 1 Date: Mon, 07 Nov 2005 17:57:58 -0500 From: Dave Cruikshank <d.cruikshank@...>Subject: SSI Paperwork questionIf it is not OK to ask this, then Moderator please remove it.I just received 2 packs of questionnaires to fill out for SSI. I'm not looking to cheat, but I don't want to hurt myself due to the way I word something. I can tell from reading them they are looking for "well you may be disabled, but you can still do XXXX for work"Such as them asking do I write out the bills, can I use a touchtone phone etc. Any pointers on this ? I do have a call in to my lawyer, my caseworker was out today. Thanks in advance DaveHI, Just tell the truth. They are trying to figure out what you can & can not do. You may think something is damaging & just might not be & so on, so the truth usually works. You'll be getting more to make out, they have an un-Godly amt. Just keep telling them what they want to know. I think somewhere in there it says you can add on with a separate sheet of paper if you need to. Go right ahead. I went through it 4 yrs. ago, it's nerve wracking, I know. You will be asked the same thing over & over, just keep answering. You may think some of the questions are just plain silly, but answer them anyway. I wish you luck. Shari Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 8, 2005 Report Share Posted November 8, 2005 In a message dated 11/8/2005 12:55:15 PM US Mountain Standard Time, neck pain writes: Message: 1 Date: Mon, 07 Nov 2005 17:57:58 -0500 From: Dave Cruikshank <d.cruikshank@...>Subject: SSI Paperwork questionIf it is not OK to ask this, then Moderator please remove it.I just received 2 packs of questionnaires to fill out for SSI. I'm not looking to cheat, but I don't want to hurt myself due to the way I word something. I can tell from reading them they are looking for "well you may be disabled, but you can still do XXXX for work"Such as them asking do I write out the bills, can I use a touchtone phone etc. Any pointers on this ? I do have a call in to my lawyer, my caseworker was out today. Thanks in advance DaveHI, Just tell the truth. They are trying to figure out what you can & can not do. You may think something is damaging & just might not be & so on, so the truth usually works. You'll be getting more to make out, they have an un-Godly amt. Just keep telling them what they want to know. I think somewhere in there it says you can add on with a separate sheet of paper if you need to. Go right ahead. I went through it 4 yrs. ago, it's nerve wracking, I know. You will be asked the same thing over & over, just keep answering. You may think some of the questions are just plain silly, but answer them anyway. I wish you luck. Shari Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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