Re: Merry Christmas -- Where in the world are you? Kalamazoo, Michigan

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Jackie, One surgery down and one more to go. People wonder how I had both knees done at one time. I wonder at those who recover from one sugery and move right along to another. You're very brave. May you have the very best results. And, yes, I'm with you, the most pain-free 2007, 2008, 2009, etc., for us all. :-) Donna z9jaolse <jaolsen@...> wrote: I'm over in the Kalamazoo, MI area. Born & raised in Cleveland, OH, I've lived here for over 30 years. Merry Xmas & Happy New Year's to all. May you have a healthy ( & painfree!), happy, joyful and prosperous New Year.Best,JackieRHR - 10/24/06LHR - 1/23/07 __________________________________________________

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Ha! I'm lucky, I don't have any leg hair, so that was one less problem

to worry about!

Barb

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> huh. they told me not to shave for 2 weeks prior so i wouldn't cut

myself because if i did, bacteria could get in, it get infected and

then go to my hip after the replacement is in.

> Love and Hugs,

> Lindy Lou

> Right THR 1/22/2007

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> I was asked to shave my legs the day before my surgery.

> Shirley

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LOL...we have count our blessings every day, and there you go Barb -- not having to shave. What a blessing! :-) Lindy, I vaguely remember something about being cautioned not to shave or having any nicks or cuts on my leg. I don't know that it was two whole weeks. And I believe I broke the rule -- very, very carefully -- because no way was I going to be exposed to group a strangers ungroomed. But that was stupid of me. Can you imagine having your surgery cancelled because you had nicked your leg! Or risking infection? There's always waxing. :-) Barb Freitag <editor89@...> wrote: Ha! I'm lucky, I don't have any leg hair, so that was one less problem to worry about!Barb>> huh. they told me not to shave for 2 weeks prior so i wouldn't cut myself because if i did, bacteria could get in, it get infected and then go to my hip after the replacement is in. > Love and Hugs,> Lindy Lou> Right THR 1/22/2007> > > I was asked to shave my legs the day before my surgery.> Shirley> __________________________________________________

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Yes ... basically to keep the body in a more alkaline state (usually the greens ....) and using herbs (which are foods) that encourage that -- as well as Vit. C, Omegas (fish oils) ... anything that acts as an anti-inflammatory. I do a cleanse & detox quarterly. I also feel that MSM/Chrondroitn & Glucosomine are very important ... my orthopedic surgeon even sells these to his patients! Here is a reprint from an online article from an arthritis group by Mark Occhipinti, M.S., Ph.D., N.D.c. Vegans dramatically reduce the overall amount of fat in the diet, and alter the composition of fats. This in turn can affect the immune processes that influence arthritis. The omega-3 fatty acids in vegetables may be a key factor, along with the near absence of saturated fat. The fact that patients also lose weight on a vegan diet contributes to the improvement.In addition, vegetables are rich in antioxidants, which can neutralize free radicals. Oxygen free radicals attack many parts of the body and contribute to heart disease and cancer, and intensify the aging processes generally, including of the joints.Iron acts as a catalyst, encouraging the production of these dangerous molecules. Vitamins C and E, which are plentiful in a diet made of vegetables and grains, help neutralize free radicals. Meats supply an overload of iron, no vitamin C, and very little vitamin E, whereas vegetables contain more controlled amounts of iron, and generous quantities of antioxidant vitamins.As well as being helpful in preventing arthritis, antioxidants may also have a role in reducing its symptoms. Some arthritis treatments, including non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, work at least in part by neutralizing free radicals. For the most part, however, vitamins and other antioxidants will be of more use in preventing damage before it occurs, rather than in treating an inflamed joint.(7)A diet drawn from fruits, vegetables, grains, and beans therefore appears to be helpful in preventing and, in some cases, ending the pain and suffering arthritis."Keeping a food diary can be very helpful in tracking symptoms. JackiePS: If you are interested in my herbal website... please contact me off list. No banners. No pop-ups. No kidding.Make My Way your home on the Web - http://www.myway.com

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barb,

okay gotta ask WHY don't you have leg hair? if i don't shave i'm mistaken for a bear. lol

Love and Hugs,Lindy LouRight THR 1/22/2007

Ha! I'm lucky, I don't have any leg hair, so that was one less problem to worry about!Barb