Guest guest Posted October 2, 2005 Report Share Posted October 2, 2005 Molly, If you can give up sugar completely for three weeks, so your candida can begin to be controlled, your sugar cravings will diminish considerably! . . . In other words, the toughest part is at the beginning .. . . It's going to get easier all the time. Concentrate on what you CAN eat! Hugs, Rogene --- MollyBloom54 <mollyb54@...> wrote: > I know it does - feed the fungal stuff... I really > do have terrible cravings. > And I have to stay away from it, not just because I > have to lose weight, but I am also pre- > diabetic. Well, my doctor actually has 'diabetes' > as a diagnosis! I take oral medication - > metformin. > I really cannot eat sugar. And it is the hardest > thing I have ever had to quit. > I stopped smoking years ago and THAT was easier than > stopping sugar!! > > > > > The problem with sugar is that it feeds fungal > > organisms. . . . There are over 300 fungal/yeast > > organisms that may be found in the human body!!! > Some > > of these are very tough to control - Especially > when > > beneficial organisms have been depleted because of > > medications or a suppressed immune system. > > > > What's happening when you get sugar cravings is > that > > the fungal organisms are screaming " Feed me, feed > me, > > feed me. " . . . > > > > For an experiment, pour two cups of warm water. > Put > > one teaspoon of yeast in each cup - add a teaspoon > of > > sugar to one cup . . . Then watch the sugar mix > grow > > like crazy! > > > > Once you get off sugar, you'll find the desire for > > sweets diminishes considerably. When you do eat > > something sweet, it will taste disgustingly sweet. > > > > > On the other hand, artificial sweetners (all of > them) > > have their own problems. Better to retrain the > taste > > buds than to switch. If you do crave something > sweet, > > try a LITTLE fruit or honey. > > > > Once the problem is under control, you'll be able > to > > indulge occasionally without noticing a problem. > > > > However, I've found that I still have to be very > > careful. When I have a problem, it shows up as a > sore > > mouth or discomfort in one ear. > > > > I've found the spit test a good way to see if I'm > on > > track. > > > > Hugs, > > > > Rogene > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 2, 2005 Report Share Posted October 2, 2005 Rogene Does that mean juices too, like apple juice? I seriously need to do this. I am really disgusted with myself. My husband's boss said to take me out to dinner on him, to celebrate my passing bar. We ate Japanese and then had dessert! Ugh. I can't let something like this blow everything,. So I am starting over,. I want to do this right. Is apple juice out? Fruit? I know my life depends on it. Not only the weight - which is more than I'd ever dreamed I would have to lose, but also the diabetes. I have whined about this for a long time. I know I sound like i have no willpower,,.. but I have quit other things - I stopped smoking, for example. This is it. I will not live the rest of my life this heavy, and miserable. > > > The problem with sugar is that it feeds fungal > > > organisms. . . . There are over 300 fungal/yeast > > > organisms that may be found in the human body!!! > > Some > > > of these are very tough to control - Especially > > when > > > beneficial organisms have been depleted because of > > > medications or a suppressed immune system. > > > > > > What's happening when you get sugar cravings is > > that > > > the fungal organisms are screaming " Feed me, feed > > me, > > > feed me. " . . . > > > > > > For an experiment, pour two cups of warm water. > > Put > > > one teaspoon of yeast in each cup - add a teaspoon > > of > > > sugar to one cup . . . Then watch the sugar mix > > grow > > > like crazy! > > > > > > Once you get off sugar, you'll find the desire for > > > sweets diminishes considerably. When you do eat > > > something sweet, it will taste disgustingly sweet. > > > > > > > > On the other hand, artificial sweetners (all of > > them) > > > have their own problems. Better to retrain the > > taste > > > buds than to switch. If you do crave something > > sweet, > > > try a LITTLE fruit or honey. > > > > > > Once the problem is under control, you'll be able > > to > > > indulge occasionally without noticing a problem. > > > > > > However, I've found that I still have to be very > > > careful. When I have a problem, it shows up as a > > sore > > > mouth or discomfort in one ear. > > > > > > I've found the spit test a good way to see if I'm > > on > > > track. > > > > > > Hugs, > > > > > > Rogene > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 3, 2005 Report Share Posted October 3, 2005 Rogene, I had constant ear aches, that finally drove me to an Ear Nose & Throat doc. She said there was evidence of multiple ear infections....she told me there was still stuff on my eardrum which she cleaned off. That still did not clear up the earache. I also was having vertigo. She finally did a bunch of tests and concluded that I had vestibular nerve damage. My neurologist said that was consistent with MS,. The ENT prescribed Nystantin but the stuff she wanted me to take was not covered by insurance, SO I paid a huge price for it, and could not continue. It did not help, presumably b/c it was not enough. I have no idea why she felt that her Nystantin pills were 'better' and why insurance wouldn't cover it. I do find it interesting that she prescribed Nystantin at all. She is from Rumania, and has an accent that makes it difficult for me to understand what she was saying! Ironically, she is a friend of the man who first warned me about the breast implants. Anyway, Dr. Kolb prescribed Nystantin that is covered by insurance. God bless her. Now my internist will prescribe it also - she wouldn't before. I don't know why doctors have such a serious problem with prescribing Nystantin. It's like most of them don't believe in systemic fungus. It is so weird. I never had any serious health problems in my life, nor did I ever have weight problems, more than 5 or 10 pounds I always battled. Then all of the sudden, it seemed, my life just became a nightmare. Then I started getting hives, and went into anaphlactic shock. That was about two months before explant. I really thought I was going to die. Now I am dealing with something I can control - the food I put in my mouth - and I am struggling with that! I need to put it in perspective., I;m rambling...sorry. I am just freaked out about all this. Still. > Molly, > > It's a long story because, when I was really sick with > my implants, I suddenly lost the hearing in that ear. > It's remained at some level of discomfort since that > time with only occasional breaks. After steroids, some > hearing returned. I was diagnosed by multiple ear docs > with Meinere's . . . which I didn't believe I had at > the time, and have since been told I probably didn't > have. With Meinere's one has repeated attacks pf > vertigo accompanied by further hearing loss. > > Some years ago, I was exchanging messages with a lady > who wrote a book on FM. She told me she had > significant hearing loss. She saw a doctor at the > House Ear Clinic in L.A. . . . He had written a paper > on treating hearing loss with Nystatin. He found that > a signficant number of people's long-standing hearing > loss improved after treatment for fungus. > > I showed the paper to my ear doctor. He was skeptical > aobut it, but prescribed it anyway. My ear discomfort > went away, and my hearing improved, but not > completely. > > That was my introduction to the Candida/fungal > infection world. I've since found that, as long as I > stay on a good diet, I don't have a problem. However, > if I stray very far for very long, I develop a > signficant problem. One time I even had bumps just > under the skin in front of my ear that I'm convinced > were fungal related. > > One implant woman told me that, when she went in for > facial surgery, and they made an incision, they found > such a serious fungal infection that they had to sew > her up without completing the procedure. > > Something I'm finding interesting is that, when I > started my recent dental procedures, my ear initially > acted up big time. Swollen internally, and draining. > However since my gums settled down from the first > procedure, my ear has been better than it has in a > long time. Will it last? I don't know. Is there a > relationship? I don't know. > > I find it interesting that, when one takes a dog to > the vet, one of the first things they do is to check > their ears for fungal infections! . . . Why don't they > check peoples' ears regularly? > > Hugs, > > Rogene Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 3, 2005 Report Share Posted October 3, 2005 Exactly, Darlene. I have not taken it as seriously as I should, and put it off. Now I know I can't do that anymore. I have to stop and stop the sugar NOW. Not until the next time we go out to dinner. ;-( Well I may be whining some, about this. But I am going to do it. I have been able to do a lot of things in my life, through determination. Surely I can do this too. > > > > > >>>>>>> Well, I'm in a predicament because me and my husband > > > > > >>> got > > > > > >>>> into > > > > > >>>>> an > > > > > >>>>>> argument > > > > > >>>>>>> a few weeks ago, and it was over my looking into > > > > > >>>> explants. He > > > > > >>>>>> didn't > > > > > >>>>>>> speak to me for a week and during that time I was > > > > > >>> feeling > > > > > >>>> at my > > > > > >>>>>> absolute > > > > > >>>>>>> worst physically and decided on surgery w/ Dr. Feng > > > > > >> and > > > > > >>>> booked > > > > > >>>>>> it. Now > > > > > >>>>>>> I'm trying to figure out how to tell him without > > > > > >>> another > > > > > >>>>> blowout. > > > > > >>>>>> It is > > > > > >>>>>>> my body, but he's saying what if I have the surgery > > > > > >> and > > > > > >>>> that's > > > > > >>>>> not > > > > > >>>>>> what > > > > > >>>>>>> the problem was, and I'm still sick. If I cancel w/ > > > > > >>> Dr. > > > > > >>>> Feng > > > > > >>>>> now > > > > > >>>>>> I'll > > > > > >>>>>>> lose my deposit - plus I know it'll be December > > > > > >> before > > > > > >>> I > > > > > >>>> can > > > > > >>>>> get > > > > > >>>>>> in to > > > > > >>>>>>> see her again. > > > > > >>>>>>> > > > > > >>>>>>> New Member-1 more > > > > > >> question? > > > > > >>>>>>> Date: Fri, 30 Sep 2005 21:01:00 -0000 > > > > > >>>>>>> > > > > > >>>>>>> Can anyone tell me whether or not they think I will > > > > > >>> have > > > > > >>>>> breast > > > > > >>>>>>> deformation after removal of the implant? I keep > > > > > >>> hearing > > > > > >>>>>> different > > > > > >>>>>>> things including that if the implant is above the > > > > > >>> muscle > > > > > >>>> that > > > > > >>>>>>> deformity will for sure happen.My implants are > > > > > >> above > > > > > >>> the > > > > > >>>>> muscle > > > > > >>>>>> and I > > > > > >>>>>>> was a C before and went to a D. I have only had 1 > > > > > >>>> surgery and > > > > > >>>>> I > > > > > >>>>>> have > > > > > >>>>>>> had them since Dec. 1998. I am also only 29 years > > > > > >>> old. I > > > > > >>>> keep > > > > > >>>>>> seeing > > > > > >>>>>>> pictures on websites that is scaring me. I have > > > > > >> made > > > > > >>> my > > > > > >>>> appt. > > > > > >>>>>> with > > > > > >>>>>>> Dr. > > > > > >>>>>>> Feng but can't get in until the middle of November > > > > > >>>> because > > > > > >>>>> she > > > > > >>>>>> is so > > > > > >>>>>>> booked. I guess I am freaking myself out...any help > > > > > >>>> would be > > > > > >>>>>> greatly > > > > > >>>>>>> appreciated. Thanks! Jenna > > > > > >>>>>>> > > > > > >>>>>>> > > > > > >>>>>>> > > > > > >>>>>>> > > > > > >>>>>>> > > > > > >>>>>>> Opinions expressed are NOT meant to take the place > > > > > >> of > > > > > >>>> advice > > > > > >>>>>> given by > > > > > >>>>>>> licensed health care professionals. Consult your > > > > > >>>> physician or > > > > > >>>>>>> licensed health care professional before commencing > > > > > >>> any > > > > > >>>>> medical > > > > > >>>>>>> treatment. > > > > > >>>>>>> > > > > > >>>>>>> " Do not let either the medical authorities or the > > > > > >>>> politicians > > > > > >>>>>> mislead > > > > > >>>>>>> you. Find out what the facts are, and make your own > > > > > >>>> decisions > > > > > >>>>>> about > > > > > >>>>>>> how to live a happy life and how to work for a > > > > > >> better > > > > > >>>> world. " > > > > > >>>>> - > > > > > >>>>>> Linus > > > > > >>>>>>> ing, two-time Nobel Prize Winner (1954, > > > > > >>> Chemistry; > > > > > >>>> 1963, > > > > > >>>>>> Peace) > > > > > >>>>>>> > > > > > >>>>>>> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 3, 2005 Report Share Posted October 3, 2005 I read about Meinere's when I was trying to figure out what 'vestibular' damage meant. I wonder how much of all this is related to silicone, and why... Wouldn't it be nice if someone would do some serious research on this? Sadly, money interests will probably prevent that. > Molly, > > It's a long story because, when I was really sick with > my implants, I suddenly lost the hearing in that ear. > It's remained at some level of discomfort since that > time with only occasional breaks. After steroids, some > hearing returned. I was diagnosed by multiple ear docs > with Meinere's . . . which I didn't believe I had at > the time, and have since been told I probably didn't > have. With Meinere's one has repeated attacks pf > vertigo accompanied by further hearing loss. > > Some years ago, I was exchanging messages with a lady > who wrote a book on FM. She told me she had > significant hearing loss. She saw a doctor at the > House Ear Clinic in L.A. . . . He had written a paper > on treating hearing loss with Nystatin. He found that > a signficant number of people's long-standing hearing > loss improved after treatment for fungus. > > I showed the paper to my ear doctor. He was skeptical > aobut it, but prescribed it anyway. My ear discomfort > went away, and my hearing improved, but not > completely. > > That was my introduction to the Candida/fungal > infection world. I've since found that, as long as I > stay on a good diet, I don't have a problem. However, > if I stray very far for very long, I develop a > signficant problem. One time I even had bumps just > under the skin in front of my ear that I'm convinced > were fungal related. > > One implant woman told me that, when she went in for > facial surgery, and they made an incision, they found > such a serious fungal infection that they had to sew > her up without completing the procedure. > > Something I'm finding interesting is that, when I > started my recent dental procedures, my ear initially > acted up big time. Swollen internally, and draining. > However since my gums settled down from the first > procedure, my ear has been better than it has in a > long time. Will it last? I don't know. Is there a > relationship? I don't know. > > I find it interesting that, when one takes a dog to > the vet, one of the first things they do is to check > their ears for fungal infections! . . . Why don't they > check peoples' ears regularly? > > Hugs, > > Rogene Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 3, 2005 Report Share Posted October 3, 2005 Rogene, Today is Oct. 3. I am going to count from today. NO SUGAR> If I have to stop all fruit juices, too, I will. I just got some V-8 which I actually like. > > > The problem with sugar is that it feeds fungal > > > organisms. . . . There are over 300 fungal/yeast > > > organisms that may be found in the human body!!! > > Some > > > of these are very tough to control - Especially > > when > > > beneficial organisms have been depleted because of > > > medications or a suppressed immune system. > > > > > > What's happening when you get sugar cravings is > > that > > > the fungal organisms are screaming " Feed me, feed > > me, > > > feed me. " . . . > > > > > > For an experiment, pour two cups of warm water. > > Put > > > one teaspoon of yeast in each cup - add a teaspoon > > of > > > sugar to one cup . . . Then watch the sugar mix > > grow > > > like crazy! > > > > > > Once you get off sugar, you'll find the desire for > > > sweets diminishes considerably. When you do eat > > > something sweet, it will taste disgustingly sweet. > > > > > > > > On the other hand, artificial sweetners (all of > > them) > > > have their own problems. Better to retrain the > > taste > > > buds than to switch. If you do crave something > > sweet, > > > try a LITTLE fruit or honey. > > > > > > Once the problem is under control, you'll be able > > to > > > indulge occasionally without noticing a problem. > > > > > > However, I've found that I still have to be very > > > careful. When I have a problem, it shows up as a > > sore > > > mouth or discomfort in one ear. > > > > > > I've found the spit test a good way to see if I'm > > on > > > track. > > > > > > Hugs, > > > > > > Rogene > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 3, 2005 Report Share Posted October 3, 2005 Hi Darlene, No chance convincing her. She got her silicone implants the day after it was announced they were being taken off the market so she knew full well the problems associated with them. I talked to her about my getting them in March and then my subsequent change of mind after I joined this list. She didn't understand. I have always been the health-conscious sister, eating right and exercising but she doesn't understand that either because I don't have weight to lose. She thinks I am obsessed with how *I* look because I go to the gym three times a week and have for years. She isn't happy with her body and will do what it takes to " fix " it, health problems or not. Kenda > Kenda, > > Sounds to me like you are the smartest sister also! You are one smart cookie. > I'm glad that you haven't followed in your sister's footsteps! > > Can't you convince her at all that this is such a dangerous thing? I don't > understand this. Has she even looked at this website and seen all of the > stories of these women that are suffering due to their implants? > > Darlene > > Kenda Skaggs <skaggs@...> wrote: > It scares me that she has them and that one seems to be leaking, at a rate > she can notice. I doubt she is in a hurry to have it checked, she wanted a > face lift -- at the age of 42 and a tummy tuck so I'm sure she'd rather > spend the money on one of these surgeries. She even told me that she > doesn't care if she looks like herself after the face lift. This is all so > sad to me. My youngest sister, now 40, just got enormous silicones a few > weeks ago. I am scared for both of them -- but they both think I'm > paranoid. It's funny, I'm the only small chested sister left! Who would > believe we're all sisters now, I don't look like either one of them anymore. > Soon my middle sister won't resemble us at all. > > Kenda > > >> >> Oh Kenda, I'm so sorry your sister has silicone implants. I can tell you >> that >> I thought much >> like she did for a long time. My mother even sent me articles in the 90s >> about registering >> for the settlements. I just threw them away. Can you believe that?? >> It was not until I got so very sick that I realized what was going on and >> that >> was after >> someone asked me point blank about the implants. >> >> Denial is so very powerful >> >> >>>>>>>>>>>> Well, I'm in a predicament because me and my husband >>>>>>>> got >>>>>>>>> into >>>>>>>>>> an >>>>>>>>>>> argument >>>>>>>>>>>> a few weeks ago, and it was over my looking into >>>>>>>>> explants. He >>>>>>>>>>> didn't >>>>>>>>>>>> speak to me for a week and during that time I was >>>>>>>> feeling >>>>>>>>> at my >>>>>>>>>>> absolute >>>>>>>>>>>> worst physically and decided on surgery w/ Dr. Feng >>>>>>> and >>>>>>>>> booked >>>>>>>>>>> it. Now >>>>>>>>>>>> I'm trying to figure out how to tell him without >>>>>>>> another >>>>>>>>>> blowout. >>>>>>>>>>> It is >>>>>>>>>>>> my body, but he's saying what if I have the surgery >>>>>>> and >>>>>>>>> that's >>>>>>>>>> not >>>>>>>>>>> what >>>>>>>>>>>> the problem was, and I'm still sick. If I cancel w/ >>>>>>>> Dr. >>>>>>>>> Feng >>>>>>>>>> now >>>>>>>>>>> I'll >>>>>>>>>>>> lose my deposit - plus I know it'll be December >>>>>>> before >>>>>>>> I >>>>>>>>> can >>>>>>>>>> get >>>>>>>>>>> in to >>>>>>>>>>>> see her again. >>>>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>>>> New Member-1 more >>>>>>> question? >>>>>>>>>>>> Date: Fri, 30 Sep 2005 21:01:00 -0000 >>>>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>>>> Can anyone tell me whether or not they think I will >>>>>>>> have >>>>>>>>>> breast >>>>>>>>>>>> deformation after removal of the implant? I keep >>>>>>>> hearing >>>>>>>>>>> different >>>>>>>>>>>> things including that if the implant is above the >>>>>>>> muscle >>>>>>>>> that >>>>>>>>>>>> deformity will for sure happen.My implants are >>>>>>> above >>>>>>>> the >>>>>>>>>> muscle >>>>>>>>>>> and I >>>>>>>>>>>> was a C before and went to a D. I have only had 1 >>>>>>>>> surgery and >>>>>>>>>> I >>>>>>>>>>> have >>>>>>>>>>>> had them since Dec. 1998. I am also only 29 years >>>>>>>> old. I >>>>>>>>> keep >>>>>>>>>>> seeing >>>>>>>>>>>> pictures on websites that is scaring me. I have >>>>>>> made >>>>>>>> my >>>>>>>>> appt. >>>>>>>>>>> with >>>>>>>>>>>> Dr. >>>>>>>>>>>> Feng but can't get in until the middle of November >>>>>>>>> because >>>>>>>>>> she >>>>>>>>>>> is so >>>>>>>>>>>> booked. I guess I am freaking myself out...any help >>>>>>>>> would be >>>>>>>>>>> greatly >>>>>>>>>>>> appreciated. Thanks! Jenna >>>>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>>>> Opinions expressed are NOT meant to take the place >>>>>>> of >>>>>>>>> advice >>>>>>>>>>> given by >>>>>>>>>>>> licensed health care professionals. Consult your >>>>>>>>> physician or >>>>>>>>>>>> licensed health care professional before commencing >>>>>>>> any >>>>>>>>>> medical >>>>>>>>>>>> treatment. >>>>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>>>> " Do not let either the medical authorities or the >>>>>>>>> politicians >>>>>>>>>>> mislead >>>>>>>>>>>> you. Find out what the facts are, and make your own >>>>>>>>> decisions >>>>>>>>>>> about >>>>>>>>>>>> how to live a happy life and how to work for a >>>>>>> better >>>>>>>>> world. " >>>>>>>>>> - >>>>>>>>>>> Linus >>>>>>>>>>>> ing, two-time Nobel Prize Winner (1954, >>>>>>>> Chemistry; >>>>>>>>> 1963, >>>>>>>>>>> Peace) >>>>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>>>> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 3, 2005 Report Share Posted October 3, 2005 Hi Molly, I see Rogene hasn't responded to this yet so I thought I would since you're getting started on your diet today. Juices are definitely out, especially apple because it contains so much sugar. Carrot is especially bad too. If V-8 has a lot of carrot juice in it, I'd steer clear of it too for a few weeks. The best drink is water or water with a bit of lemon in it for taste. If it makes you feel better, I know misery loves company, <g> I have cheated more than I should have over the summer and have flared my candida up again. Today is my first day of eating absolutely clean with no sugar. I wasn't eating much sugar but a little was enough. Kenda > Rogene > Does that mean juices too, like apple juice? I seriously need to do this. > I am really disgusted with myself. My husband's boss said to take me out to > dinner on > him, to celebrate my passing bar. We ate Japanese and then had dessert! > Ugh. I can't let something like this blow everything,. > So I am starting over,. I want to do this right. Is apple juice out? Fruit? > I know my life depends on it. Not only the weight - which is more than I'd > ever dreamed I > would have to lose, but also the diabetes. > I have whined about this for a long time. I know I sound like i have no > willpower,,.. > but I have quit other things - I stopped smoking, for example. > This is it. I will not live the rest of my life this heavy, and miserable. > > > > >>>> The problem with sugar is that it feeds fungal >>>> organisms. . . . There are over 300 fungal/yeast >>>> organisms that may be found in the human body!!! >>> Some >>>> of these are very tough to control - Especially >>> when >>>> beneficial organisms have been depleted because of >>>> medications or a suppressed immune system. >>>> >>>> What's happening when you get sugar cravings is >>> that >>>> the fungal organisms are screaming " Feed me, feed >>> me, >>>> feed me. " . . . >>>> >>>> For an experiment, pour two cups of warm water. >>> Put >>>> one teaspoon of yeast in each cup - add a teaspoon >>> of >>>> sugar to one cup . . . Then watch the sugar mix >>> grow >>>> like crazy! >>>> >>>> Once you get off sugar, you'll find the desire for >>>> sweets diminishes considerably. When you do eat >>>> something sweet, it will taste disgustingly sweet. >>> >>>> >>>> On the other hand, artificial sweetners (all of >>> them) >>>> have their own problems. Better to retrain the >>> taste >>>> buds than to switch. If you do crave something >>> sweet, >>>> try a LITTLE fruit or honey. >>>> >>>> Once the problem is under control, you'll be able >>> to >>>> indulge occasionally without noticing a problem. >>>> >>>> However, I've found that I still have to be very >>>> careful. When I have a problem, it shows up as a >>> sore >>>> mouth or discomfort in one ear. >>>> >>>> I've found the spit test a good way to see if I'm >>> on >>>> track. >>>> >>>> Hugs, >>>> >>>> Rogene >>> >>> >>> > > > > > Opinions expressed are NOT meant to take the place of advice given by licensed > health care professionals. Consult your physician or licensed health care > professional before commencing any medical treatment. > > " Do not let either the medical authorities or the politicians mislead you. > Find out what the facts are, and make your own decisions about how to live a > happy life and how to work for a better world. " - Linus ing, two-time > Nobel Prize Winner (1954, Chemistry; 1963, Peace) > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 3, 2005 Report Share Posted October 3, 2005 Thanks Kenda! It helps to know I am not alone, at least! I will stay away from the apple juice, too. I will have to look at the V-8 - I dont even know! Water & lemon I like. But this is not going to be easy. And I know what you mean - a little sugar and the candida flares up! > >>>> The problem with sugar is that it feeds fungal > >>>> organisms. . . . There are over 300 fungal/yeast > >>>> organisms that may be found in the human body!!! > >>> Some > >>>> of these are very tough to control - Especially > >>> when > >>>> beneficial organisms have been depleted because of > >>>> medications or a suppressed immune system. > >>>> > >>>> What's happening when you get sugar cravings is > >>> that > >>>> the fungal organisms are screaming " Feed me, feed > >>> me, > >>>> feed me. " . . . > >>>> > >>>> For an experiment, pour two cups of warm water. > >>> Put > >>>> one teaspoon of yeast in each cup - add a teaspoon > >>> of > >>>> sugar to one cup . . . Then watch the sugar mix > >>> grow > >>>> like crazy! > >>>> > >>>> Once you get off sugar, you'll find the desire for > >>>> sweets diminishes considerably. When you do eat > >>>> something sweet, it will taste disgustingly sweet. > >>> > >>>> > >>>> On the other hand, artificial sweetners (all of > >>> them) > >>>> have their own problems. Better to retrain the > >>> taste > >>>> buds than to switch. If you do crave something > >>> sweet, > >>>> try a LITTLE fruit or honey. > >>>> > >>>> Once the problem is under control, you'll be able > >>> to > >>>> indulge occasionally without noticing a problem. > >>>> > >>>> However, I've found that I still have to be very > >>>> careful. When I have a problem, it shows up as a > >>> sore > >>>> mouth or discomfort in one ear. > >>>> > >>>> I've found the spit test a good way to see if I'm > >>> on > >>>> track. > >>>> > >>>> Hugs, > >>>> > >>>> Rogene > >>> > >>> > >>> > > > > > > > > > > Opinions expressed are NOT meant to take the place of advice given by licensed > > health care professionals. Consult your physician or licensed health care > > professional before commencing any medical treatment. > > > > " Do not let either the medical authorities or the politicians mislead you. > > Find out what the facts are, and make your own decisions about how to live a > > happy life and how to work for a better world. " - Linus ing, two-time > > Nobel Prize Winner (1954, Chemistry; 1963, Peace) > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 3, 2005 Report Share Posted October 3, 2005 Hi Molly, I eat a kid's portion of ice cream every weekend as a treat at Maggie Moo's. My meals are great, no cheating but I have been on a Starbuck's kick since early summer, having it two or three times a week. Of course I don't like regular coffee, it has to have skim milk and chocolate in it -- and I'm sure plenty of sugar! I had ice cream this weekend and Starbuck's yesterday and that's it for me -- for now. I'll allow cheating later on but I'll stick with the kid's ice cream, no Starbucks at all! Even though my overall diet is still very good, this bit of sugar was enough to flare my yeasties up. Kenda > Thanks Kenda! It helps to know I am not alone, at least! > I will stay away from the apple juice, too. I will have to look at the V-8 - > I dont even know! > Water & lemon I like. > But this is not going to be easy. And I know what you mean - a little sugar > and the > candida flares up! > > >>>>>> The problem with sugar is that it feeds fungal >>>>>> organisms. . . . There are over 300 fungal/yeast >>>>>> organisms that may be found in the human body!!! >>>>> Some >>>>>> of these are very tough to control - Especially >>>>> when >>>>>> beneficial organisms have been depleted because of >>>>>> medications or a suppressed immune system. >>>>>> >>>>>> What's happening when you get sugar cravings is >>>>> that >>>>>> the fungal organisms are screaming " Feed me, feed >>>>> me, >>>>>> feed me. " . . . >>>>>> >>>>>> For an experiment, pour two cups of warm water. >>>>> Put >>>>>> one teaspoon of yeast in each cup - add a teaspoon >>>>> of >>>>>> sugar to one cup . . . Then watch the sugar mix >>>>> grow >>>>>> like crazy! >>>>>> >>>>>> Once you get off sugar, you'll find the desire for >>>>>> sweets diminishes considerably. When you do eat >>>>>> something sweet, it will taste disgustingly sweet. >>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> On the other hand, artificial sweetners (all of >>>>> them) >>>>>> have their own problems. Better to retrain the >>>>> taste >>>>>> buds than to switch. If you do crave something >>>>> sweet, >>>>>> try a LITTLE fruit or honey. >>>>>> >>>>>> Once the problem is under control, you'll be able >>>>> to >>>>>> indulge occasionally without noticing a problem. >>>>>> >>>>>> However, I've found that I still have to be very >>>>>> careful. When I have a problem, it shows up as a >>>>> sore >>>>>> mouth or discomfort in one ear. >>>>>> >>>>>> I've found the spit test a good way to see if I'm >>>>> on >>>>>> track. >>>>>> >>>>>> Hugs, >>>>>> >>>>>> Rogene >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> Opinions expressed are NOT meant to take the place of advice given by >>> licensed >>> health care professionals. Consult your physician or licensed health care >>> professional before commencing any medical treatment. >>> >>> " Do not let either the medical authorities or the politicians mislead you. >>> Find out what the facts are, and make your own decisions about how to live a >>> happy life and how to work for a better world. " - Linus ing, two-time >>> Nobel Prize Winner (1954, Chemistry; 1963, Peace) >>> >>> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 3, 2005 Report Share Posted October 3, 2005 Hi Rogene, They check dogs' ears for fungal infection often because their ears flap over the ear canal, creating a warm, moist environment for fungus to grow. Our ears are open and receive plenty of air so one would assume we are less prone to fungal infections in our ears than are dogs. Kenda > Molly, > > It's a long story because, when I was really sick with > my implants, I suddenly lost the hearing in that ear. > It's remained at some level of discomfort since that > time with only occasional breaks. After steroids, some > hearing returned. I was diagnosed by multiple ear docs > with Meinere's . . . which I didn't believe I had at > the time, and have since been told I probably didn't > have. With Meinere's one has repeated attacks pf > vertigo accompanied by further hearing loss. > > Some years ago, I was exchanging messages with a lady > who wrote a book on FM. She told me she had > significant hearing loss. She saw a doctor at the > House Ear Clinic in L.A. . . . He had written a paper > on treating hearing loss with Nystatin. He found that > a signficant number of people's long-standing hearing > loss improved after treatment for fungus. > > I showed the paper to my ear doctor. He was skeptical > aobut it, but prescribed it anyway. My ear discomfort > went away, and my hearing improved, but not > completely. > > That was my introduction to the Candida/fungal > infection world. I've since found that, as long as I > stay on a good diet, I don't have a problem. However, > if I stray very far for very long, I develop a > signficant problem. One time I even had bumps just > under the skin in front of my ear that I'm convinced > were fungal related. > > One implant woman told me that, when she went in for > facial surgery, and they made an incision, they found > such a serious fungal infection that they had to sew > her up without completing the procedure. > > Something I'm finding interesting is that, when I > started my recent dental procedures, my ear initially > acted up big time. Swollen internally, and draining. > However since my gums settled down from the first > procedure, my ear has been better than it has in a > long time. Will it last? I don't know. Is there a > relationship? I don't know. > > I find it interesting that, when one takes a dog to > the vet, one of the first things they do is to check > their ears for fungal infections! . . . Why don't they > check peoples' ears regularly? > > Hugs, > > Rogene > > > > Opinions expressed are NOT meant to take the place of advice given by licensed > health care professionals. Consult your physician or licensed health care > professional before commencing any medical treatment. > > " Do not let either the medical authorities or the politicians mislead you. > Find out what the facts are, and make your own decisions about how to live a > happy life and how to work for a better world. " - Linus ing, two-time > Nobel Prize Winner (1954, Chemistry; 1963, Peace) > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 3, 2005 Report Share Posted October 3, 2005 Hi Molly and Kenda . . . I've been at pottery class all day . . .and demonstrating/teaching wheel throwing to kids over the weekend. . . Sugar is a demon! . . . But you can beat it! Eventually you'll be able to enjoy sweets occasionally guilt free. The key word is " occasionally " . I recent had a flare after having two small deserts a day for five days! Fruits are out for the time being. After you quit having sugar cravings, occasional fruit is ok. . . There have to be some fruits that are not high in sugar, but I can't think anything except grapefruit and lemon right now. I'd hazard a guess that you'll be able to control your diabetes by diet alone before long . . . so keep track of your sugar level carefully. With diabetes, you've got every reason to get your diet in order! Hugs and prayers, Rogene Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 3, 2005 Report Share Posted October 3, 2005 Hi Rogene! You must be feeling better! The funny thing is that I don't even have sugar cravings -- ever. My family goes out every Saturday or every other Saturday for ice cream and I eat it, whether I want it or not. Stupid!! It's the caffeine in Starbucks, not the sugar that I'm after and I don't eat other sweets. I have a bit of female yeast but no other systemic symptoms. I am done with Starbucks and have sworn off ice cream for a while too. My suspicion is that I am yeasty because of hormones, rather than diet but am eliminating sweets anyway because it's time. I won't eliminate fruits because of the other health benefits they offer and they haven't caused a problem for me in the past. Kenda > Hi Molly and Kenda . . . > > I've been at pottery class all day . . .and > demonstrating/teaching wheel throwing to kids over the > weekend. . . > > Sugar is a demon! . . . But you can beat it! > Eventually you'll be able to enjoy sweets occasionally > guilt free. The key word is " occasionally " . I recent > had a flare after having two small deserts a day for > five days! > > Fruits are out for the time being. After you quit > having sugar cravings, occasional fruit is ok. . . > There have to be some fruits that are not high in > sugar, but I can't think anything except grapefruit > and lemon right now. > > I'd hazard a guess that you'll be able to control your > diabetes by diet alone before long . . . so keep track > of your sugar level carefully. With diabetes, you've > got every reason to get your diet in order! > > Hugs and prayers, > > Rogene > > > > > Opinions expressed are NOT meant to take the place of advice given by licensed > health care professionals. Consult your physician or licensed health care > professional before commencing any medical treatment. > > " Do not let either the medical authorities or the politicians mislead you. > Find out what the facts are, and make your own decisions about how to live a > happy life and how to work for a better world. " - Linus ing, two-time > Nobel Prize Winner (1954, Chemistry; 1963, Peace) > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 3, 2005 Report Share Posted October 3, 2005 Molly, I think the problem many doctors have with prescribing antifungals is that, when fungus dies off, it leaves a toxic byproduct that can damage the liver. It's important to follow a good antifungal diet, and to drink a lot of water to avoid liver damage. It appears that when " The Yeast Connection " came out, the fact that the public beat most of the doctors to the concept of yeast, also put a stigma on the problem. . . Doctors who started treating for yeast were considered to be practicing medicine " on the fringe " . I'm convinced that many people gain weight because their body is storing toxins. Once one begins releasing those toxins via exercise, sweating, etc., the weight begins coming off without a great effort - assuming they are following a health diet. One good book is L.Ron Hubbard's " Clear Mind, Clear Body " . . . I don't go for his religious views, but I figure everyone is entitled to one good idea! He talks about how people regain their life after going through their detox program of sweating. Hugs, Rogene Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 3, 2005 Report Share Posted October 3, 2005 Molly, Something you might try, when you eat that occasional guilt-laden dessert, is to increase the amount of probiotics you are taking to offset increased fungal growth. Hugs, Rogene Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 3, 2005 Report Share Posted October 3, 2005 Sadly what you say makes a lot of sense. It's too bad, since doctors theoretically are supposed to be first concerned about their patient's health. But we know that is often not the case. > Molly, > > I think the problem many doctors have with prescribing > antifungals is that, when fungus dies off, it leaves a > toxic byproduct that can damage the liver. It's > important to follow a good antifungal diet, and to > drink a lot of water to avoid liver damage. > > It appears that when " The Yeast Connection " came out, > the fact that the public beat most of the doctors to > the concept of yeast, also put a stigma on the > problem. . . Doctors who started treating for yeast > were considered to be practicing medicine " on the > fringe " . > > I'm convinced that many people gain weight because > their body is storing toxins. Once one begins > releasing those toxins via exercise, sweating, etc., > the weight begins coming off without a great effort - > assuming they are following a health diet. > > One good book is L.Ron Hubbard's " Clear Mind, Clear > Body " . . . I don't go for his religious views, but I > figure everyone is entitled to one good idea! He talks > about how people regain their life after going through > their detox program of sweating. > > Hugs, > > Rogene Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 4, 2005 Report Share Posted October 4, 2005 Today is Day 2 for no sugar! It is very rainy - a tropical depression over the Bahamas is giving us clouds and rain. I have been sleeping a lot - very tired. It is noon and I just woke up. I sleep fitfully at night, waking up many times... so maybe my body just needs it. I am going to stretch soon.. Going to make a spinach salad. And have tuna... You don't have to convince me that sugar is a demon! The trick for me was getting to a point where I could stop it. I think I am there. > Hi Molly and Kenda . . . > > I've been at pottery class all day . . .and > demonstrating/teaching wheel throwing to kids over the > weekend. . . > > Sugar is a demon! . . . But you can beat it! > Eventually you'll be able to enjoy sweets occasionally > guilt free. The key word is " occasionally " . I recent > had a flare after having two small deserts a day for > five days! > > Fruits are out for the time being. After you quit > having sugar cravings, occasional fruit is ok. . . > There have to be some fruits that are not high in > sugar, but I can't think anything except grapefruit > and lemon right now. > > I'd hazard a guess that you'll be able to control your > diabetes by diet alone before long . . . so keep track > of your sugar level carefully. With diabetes, you've > got every reason to get your diet in order! > > Hugs and prayers, > > Rogene Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 4, 2005 Report Share Posted October 4, 2005 Kenda you are fortunate to not have cravings. My husband used to joke that I need 'Ice Cream Anonymous'.... ;-( > Hi Rogene! > > You must be feeling better! > > The funny thing is that I don't even have sugar cravings -- ever. My family > goes out every Saturday or every other Saturday for ice cream and I eat it, > whether I want it or not. Stupid!! It's the caffeine in Starbucks, not the > sugar that I'm after and I don't eat other sweets. I have a bit of female > yeast but no other systemic symptoms. I am done with Starbucks and have > sworn off ice cream for a while too. My suspicion is that I am yeasty > because of hormones, rather than diet but am eliminating sweets anyway > because it's time. I won't eliminate fruits because of the other health > benefits they offer and they haven't caused a problem for me in the past. > > Kenda > > > > Hi Molly and Kenda . . . > > > > I've been at pottery class all day . . .and > > demonstrating/teaching wheel throwing to kids over the > > weekend. . . > > > > Sugar is a demon! . . . But you can beat it! > > Eventually you'll be able to enjoy sweets occasionally > > guilt free. The key word is " occasionally " . I recent > > had a flare after having two small deserts a day for > > five days! > > > > Fruits are out for the time being. After you quit > > having sugar cravings, occasional fruit is ok. . . > > There have to be some fruits that are not high in > > sugar, but I can't think anything except grapefruit > > and lemon right now. > > > > I'd hazard a guess that you'll be able to control your > > diabetes by diet alone before long . . . so keep track > > of your sugar level carefully. With diabetes, you've > > got every reason to get your diet in order! > > > > Hugs and prayers, > > > > Rogene > > > > > > > > > > Opinions expressed are NOT meant to take the place of advice given by licensed > > health care professionals. Consult your physician or licensed health care > > professional before commencing any medical treatment. > > > > " Do not let either the medical authorities or the politicians mislead you. > > Find out what the facts are, and make your own decisions about how to live a > > happy life and how to work for a better world. " - Linus ing, two-time > > Nobel Prize Winner (1954, Chemistry; 1963, Peace) > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 4, 2005 Report Share Posted October 4, 2005 - Molly Just a word of caution about the tuna. I used to love it and ate it several times a week. I had a mercury level when I was hair tested. I no longer eat tuna. Now I will only eat Vital Choice seafood ---salmon. Theirs has a virtually undetectable mercury level as well as for other contaminates. I get their canned salmon and make it like tunafish--but in mayo and whatever else one might put in tuna salad. My daughter can't tell the difference between it and tuna and loves it! Hugs, kathy -- In , " MollyBloom54 " <mollyb54@b...> wrote: > Today is Day 2 for no sugar! It is very rainy - a tropical depression over the Bahamas is > giving us clouds and rain. I have been sleeping a lot - very tired. It is noon and I just > woke up. I sleep fitfully at night, waking up many times... so maybe my body just needs > it. I am going to stretch soon.. > > Going to make a spinach salad. And have tuna... > > You don't have to convince me that sugar is a demon! The trick for me was getting to a > point where I could stop it. I think I am there. > > --- In , Rogene S <saxony01@y...> wrote: > > Hi Molly and Kenda . . . > > > > I've been at pottery class all day . . .and > > demonstrating/teaching wheel throwing to kids over the > > weekend. . . > > > > Sugar is a demon! . . . But you can beat it! > > Eventually you'll be able to enjoy sweets occasionally > > guilt free. The key word is " occasionally " . I recent > > had a flare after having two small deserts a day for > > five days! > > > > Fruits are out for the time being. After you quit > > having sugar cravings, occasional fruit is ok. . . > > There have to be some fruits that are not high in > > sugar, but I can't think anything except grapefruit > > and lemon right now. > > > > I'd hazard a guess that you'll be able to control your > > diabetes by diet alone before long . . . so keep track > > of your sugar level carefully. With diabetes, you've > > got every reason to get your diet in order! > > > > Hugs and prayers, > > > > Rogene Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 4, 2005 Report Share Posted October 4, 2005 Vital Choice? Where do you find that? > > > Hi Molly and Kenda . . . > > > > > > I've been at pottery class all day . . .and > > > demonstrating/teaching wheel throwing to kids over the > > > weekend. . . > > > > > > Sugar is a demon! . . . But you can beat it! > > > Eventually you'll be able to enjoy sweets occasionally > > > guilt free. The key word is " occasionally " . I recent > > > had a flare after having two small deserts a day for > > > five days! > > > > > > Fruits are out for the time being. After you quit > > > having sugar cravings, occasional fruit is ok. . . > > > There have to be some fruits that are not high in > > > sugar, but I can't think anything except grapefruit > > > and lemon right now. > > > > > > I'd hazard a guess that you'll be able to control your > > > diabetes by diet alone before long . . . so keep track > > > of your sugar level carefully. With diabetes, you've > > > got every reason to get your diet in order! > > > > > > Hugs and prayers, > > > > > > Rogene Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 4, 2005 Report Share Posted October 4, 2005 Hi Molly, I fought the cravings when I first gave up sugar several years ago, and they were horrible! You'll get there in two or three weeks. Kenda > Kenda you are fortunate to not have cravings. My husband used to joke that I > need 'Ice > Cream Anonymous'.... > ;-( > > >> Hi Rogene! >> >> You must be feeling better! >> >> The funny thing is that I don't even have sugar cravings -- ever. My family >> goes out every Saturday or every other Saturday for ice cream and I eat it, >> whether I want it or not. Stupid!! It's the caffeine in Starbucks, not the >> sugar that I'm after and I don't eat other sweets. I have a bit of female >> yeast but no other systemic symptoms. I am done with Starbucks and have >> sworn off ice cream for a while too. My suspicion is that I am yeasty >> because of hormones, rather than diet but am eliminating sweets anyway >> because it's time. I won't eliminate fruits because of the other health >> benefits they offer and they haven't caused a problem for me in the past. >> >> Kenda >> >> >>> Hi Molly and Kenda . . . >>> >>> I've been at pottery class all day . . .and >>> demonstrating/teaching wheel throwing to kids over the >>> weekend. . . >>> >>> Sugar is a demon! . . . But you can beat it! >>> Eventually you'll be able to enjoy sweets occasionally >>> guilt free. The key word is " occasionally " . I recent >>> had a flare after having two small deserts a day for >>> five days! >>> >>> Fruits are out for the time being. After you quit >>> having sugar cravings, occasional fruit is ok. . . >>> There have to be some fruits that are not high in >>> sugar, but I can't think anything except grapefruit >>> and lemon right now. >>> >>> I'd hazard a guess that you'll be able to control your >>> diabetes by diet alone before long . . . so keep track >>> of your sugar level carefully. With diabetes, you've >>> got every reason to get your diet in order! >>> >>> Hugs and prayers, >>> >>> Rogene >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> Opinions expressed are NOT meant to take the place of advice given by >>> licensed >>> health care professionals. Consult your physician or licensed health care >>> professional before commencing any medical treatment. >>> >>> " Do not let either the medical authorities or the politicians mislead you. >>> Find out what the facts are, and make your own decisions about how to live a >>> happy life and how to work for a better world. " - Linus ing, two-time >>> Nobel Prize Winner (1954, Chemistry; 1963, Peace) >>> >>> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 4, 2005 Report Share Posted October 4, 2005 Oh I hope so! This stinks. ;-( whiiine But it is day 2. > >> Hi Rogene! > >> > >> You must be feeling better! > >> > >> The funny thing is that I don't even have sugar cravings -- ever. My family > >> goes out every Saturday or every other Saturday for ice cream and I eat it, > >> whether I want it or not. Stupid!! It's the caffeine in Starbucks, not the > >> sugar that I'm after and I don't eat other sweets. I have a bit of female > >> yeast but no other systemic symptoms. I am done with Starbucks and have > >> sworn off ice cream for a while too. My suspicion is that I am yeasty > >> because of hormones, rather than diet but am eliminating sweets anyway > >> because it's time. I won't eliminate fruits because of the other health > >> benefits they offer and they haven't caused a problem for me in the past. > >> > >> Kenda > >> > >> > >>> Hi Molly and Kenda . . . > >>> > >>> I've been at pottery class all day . . .and > >>> demonstrating/teaching wheel throwing to kids over the > >>> weekend. . . > >>> > >>> Sugar is a demon! . . . But you can beat it! > >>> Eventually you'll be able to enjoy sweets occasionally > >>> guilt free. The key word is " occasionally " . I recent > >>> had a flare after having two small deserts a day for > >>> five days! > >>> > >>> Fruits are out for the time being. After you quit > >>> having sugar cravings, occasional fruit is ok. . . > >>> There have to be some fruits that are not high in > >>> sugar, but I can't think anything except grapefruit > >>> and lemon right now. > >>> > >>> I'd hazard a guess that you'll be able to control your > >>> diabetes by diet alone before long . . . so keep track > >>> of your sugar level carefully. With diabetes, you've > >>> got every reason to get your diet in order! > >>> > >>> Hugs and prayers, > >>> > >>> Rogene > >>> > >>> > >>> > >>> > >>> Opinions expressed are NOT meant to take the place of advice given by > >>> licensed > >>> health care professionals. Consult your physician or licensed health care > >>> professional before commencing any medical treatment. > >>> > >>> " Do not let either the medical authorities or the politicians mislead you. > >>> Find out what the facts are, and make your own decisions about how to live a > >>> happy life and how to work for a better world. " - Linus ing, two-time > >>> Nobel Prize Winner (1954, Chemistry; 1963, Peace) > >>> > >>> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 4, 2005 Report Share Posted October 4, 2005 Oh I hope so! This stinks. ;-( whiiine But it is day 2. > >> Hi Rogene! > >> > >> You must be feeling better! > >> > >> The funny thing is that I don't even have sugar cravings -- ever. My family > >> goes out every Saturday or every other Saturday for ice cream and I eat it, > >> whether I want it or not. Stupid!! It's the caffeine in Starbucks, not the > >> sugar that I'm after and I don't eat other sweets. I have a bit of female > >> yeast but no other systemic symptoms. I am done with Starbucks and have > >> sworn off ice cream for a while too. My suspicion is that I am yeasty > >> because of hormones, rather than diet but am eliminating sweets anyway > >> because it's time. I won't eliminate fruits because of the other health > >> benefits they offer and they haven't caused a problem for me in the past. > >> > >> Kenda > >> > >> > >>> Hi Molly and Kenda . . . > >>> > >>> I've been at pottery class all day . . .and > >>> demonstrating/teaching wheel throwing to kids over the > >>> weekend. . . > >>> > >>> Sugar is a demon! . . . But you can beat it! > >>> Eventually you'll be able to enjoy sweets occasionally > >>> guilt free. The key word is " occasionally " . I recent > >>> had a flare after having two small deserts a day for > >>> five days! > >>> > >>> Fruits are out for the time being. After you quit > >>> having sugar cravings, occasional fruit is ok. . . > >>> There have to be some fruits that are not high in > >>> sugar, but I can't think anything except grapefruit > >>> and lemon right now. > >>> > >>> I'd hazard a guess that you'll be able to control your > >>> diabetes by diet alone before long . . . so keep track > >>> of your sugar level carefully. With diabetes, you've > >>> got every reason to get your diet in order! > >>> > >>> Hugs and prayers, > >>> > >>> Rogene > >>> > >>> > >>> > >>> > >>> Opinions expressed are NOT meant to take the place of advice given by > >>> licensed > >>> health care professionals. Consult your physician or licensed health care > >>> professional before commencing any medical treatment. > >>> > >>> " Do not let either the medical authorities or the politicians mislead you. > >>> Find out what the facts are, and make your own decisions about how to live a > >>> happy life and how to work for a better world. " - Linus ing, two-time > >>> Nobel Prize Winner (1954, Chemistry; 1963, Peace) > >>> > >>> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 4, 2005 Report Share Posted October 4, 2005 Vitalchoice.com Kenda > Vital Choice? Where do you find that? > > >>>> Hi Molly and Kenda . . . >>>> >>>> I've been at pottery class all day . . .and >>>> demonstrating/teaching wheel throwing to kids over the >>>> weekend. . . >>>> >>>> Sugar is a demon! . . . But you can beat it! >>>> Eventually you'll be able to enjoy sweets occasionally >>>> guilt free. The key word is " occasionally " . I recent >>>> had a flare after having two small deserts a day for >>>> five days! >>>> >>>> Fruits are out for the time being. After you quit >>>> having sugar cravings, occasional fruit is ok. . . >>>> There have to be some fruits that are not high in >>>> sugar, but I can't think anything except grapefruit >>>> and lemon right now. >>>> >>>> I'd hazard a guess that you'll be able to control your >>>> diabetes by diet alone before long . . . so keep track >>>> of your sugar level carefully. With diabetes, you've >>>> got every reason to get your diet in order! >>>> >>>> Hugs and prayers, >>>> >>>> Rogene > > > > > Opinions expressed are NOT meant to take the place of advice given by licensed > health care professionals. Consult your physician or licensed health care > professional before commencing any medical treatment. > > " Do not let either the medical authorities or the politicians mislead you. > Find out what the facts are, and make your own decisions about how to live a > happy life and how to work for a better world. " - Linus ing, two-time > Nobel Prize Winner (1954, Chemistry; 1963, Peace) > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 4, 2005 Report Share Posted October 4, 2005 Hi Molly, I developed memory loss and mental fog from eating too much seafood from a fish market here. As soon as I stopped eating it, it cleared up -- proof to me that it was mercury. Like Kathy, I order all of my seafood from Vital Choice. They deliver it to your house flash frozen. It's very convenient to use, all servings of fish are individually wrapped. When you want to cook some, just soak it in cool water for about 10 minutes and then cook. It's much better tasting than grocery store seafood too. Kenda > > Molly > Just a word of caution about the tuna. I used to love it and ate it > several times a week. I had a mercury level when I was hair > tested. I no longer eat tuna. Now I will only eat Vital Choice > seafood ---salmon. Theirs has a virtually undetectable mercury > level as well as for other contaminates. I get their canned salmon > and make it like tunafish--but in mayo and whatever else one might > put in tuna salad. My daughter can't tell the difference between it > and tuna and loves it! > Hugs, kathy > > > > > > > -- In , " MollyBloom54 " <mollyb54@b...> > wrote: >> Today is Day 2 for no sugar! It is very rainy - a tropical > depression over the Bahamas is >> giving us clouds and rain. I have been sleeping a lot - very > tired. It is noon and I just >> woke up. I sleep fitfully at night, waking up many times... so > maybe my body just needs >> it. I am going to stretch soon.. >> >> Going to make a spinach salad. And have tuna... >> >> You don't have to convince me that sugar is a demon! The trick > for me was getting to a >> point where I could stop it. I think I am there. >> >> >>> Hi Molly and Kenda . . . >>> >>> I've been at pottery class all day . . .and >>> demonstrating/teaching wheel throwing to kids over the >>> weekend. . . >>> >>> Sugar is a demon! . . . But you can beat it! >>> Eventually you'll be able to enjoy sweets occasionally >>> guilt free. The key word is " occasionally " . I recent >>> had a flare after having two small deserts a day for >>> five days! >>> >>> Fruits are out for the time being. After you quit >>> having sugar cravings, occasional fruit is ok. . . >>> There have to be some fruits that are not high in >>> sugar, but I can't think anything except grapefruit >>> and lemon right now. >>> >>> I'd hazard a guess that you'll be able to control your >>> diabetes by diet alone before long . . . so keep track >>> of your sugar level carefully. With diabetes, you've >>> got every reason to get your diet in order! >>> >>> Hugs and prayers, >>> >>> Rogene > > > > > Opinions expressed are NOT meant to take the place of advice given by licensed > health care professionals. Consult your physician or licensed health care > professional before commencing any medical treatment. > > " Do not let either the medical authorities or the politicians mislead you. > Find out what the facts are, and make your own decisions about how to live a > happy life and how to work for a better world. " - Linus ing, two-time > Nobel Prize Winner (1954, Chemistry; 1963, Peace) > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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