Guest guest Posted December 13, 2010 Report Share Posted December 13, 2010 Just google " low dose naltrexone. " > > > Someone tell me about LDN. What is it and what does it do?... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 13, 2010 Report Share Posted December 13, 2010 Just google " low dose naltrexone. " > > > Someone tell me about LDN. What is it and what does it do?... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Guest guest Posted December 13, 2010 Report Share Posted December 13, 2010 -which makes sense. My son's first dan appointment was so overwhelming to me and I had put in months and countless hours of reasearch/reading before going. (This board, btw, was an amazing source of info and support. so for that, I thank you all from the bottom of my heart : ) I can't imagine what it must be like to walk in blind. Holy jeeze! The most important thing, I found, was knowing what information to give the doc...it made all the difference with which tests he chose to run first. There was a time when I seriously thought my head might explode from all the information and times I thought I'd cry upon the realization that the more I learn, the more I realize how much more I don't know. lol! Which is why I'm diving into the genetics of it all...I'm a sucker for punishment. haha To: mb12 valtrex Sent: Mon, December 13, 2010 5:55:26 AMSubject: Re: What gives w/ McCandless Agree and ditto Crystal's remarks.We've been w/ our DAN doctor for 4 yrs now but I noticed this summer on their new patient paperwork that they advise prospective patients to read Dr. McCandless's book and/or Dr. Bock's Book or Dr. Jepson's book so that prospective patients are prepared and understand DAN protocols at a high level before they walk in the door and are better positioned to have a productive discussion and make decisions on testing and therapies from day 1 when they walk in the door. I would imagine the same logic w this doctor's web site.>> I believe the other part of it is so that people are not asking questions that have already been answered IN the book as well> > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 13, 2010 Report Share Posted December 13, 2010 -which makes sense. My son's first dan appointment was so overwhelming to me and I had put in months and countless hours of reasearch/reading before going. (This board, btw, was an amazing source of info and support. so for that, I thank you all from the bottom of my heart : ) I can't imagine what it must be like to walk in blind. Holy jeeze! The most important thing, I found, was knowing what information to give the doc...it made all the difference with which tests he chose to run first. There was a time when I seriously thought my head might explode from all the information and times I thought I'd cry upon the realization that the more I learn, the more I realize how much more I don't know. lol! Which is why I'm diving into the genetics of it all...I'm a sucker for punishment. haha To: mb12 valtrex Sent: Mon, December 13, 2010 5:55:26 AMSubject: Re: What gives w/ McCandless Agree and ditto Crystal's remarks.We've been w/ our DAN doctor for 4 yrs now but I noticed this summer on their new patient paperwork that they advise prospective patients to read Dr. McCandless's book and/or Dr. Bock's Book or Dr. Jepson's book so that prospective patients are prepared and understand DAN protocols at a high level before they walk in the door and are better positioned to have a productive discussion and make decisions on testing and therapies from day 1 when they walk in the door. I would imagine the same logic w this doctor's web site.>> I believe the other part of it is so that people are not asking questions that have already been answered IN the book as well> > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 13, 2010 Report Share Posted December 13, 2010 -which makes sense. My son's first dan appointment was so overwhelming to me and I had put in months and countless hours of reasearch/reading before going. (This board, btw, was an amazing source of info and support. so for that, I thank you all from the bottom of my heart : ) I can't imagine what it must be like to walk in blind. Holy jeeze! The most important thing, I found, was knowing what information to give the doc...it made all the difference with which tests he chose to run first. There was a time when I seriously thought my head might explode from all the information and times I thought I'd cry upon the realization that the more I learn, the more I realize how much more I don't know. lol! Which is why I'm diving into the genetics of it all...I'm a sucker for punishment. haha To: mb12 valtrex Sent: Mon, December 13, 2010 5:55:26 AMSubject: Re: What gives w/ McCandless Agree and ditto Crystal's remarks.We've been w/ our DAN doctor for 4 yrs now but I noticed this summer on their new patient paperwork that they advise prospective patients to read Dr. McCandless's book and/or Dr. Bock's Book or Dr. Jepson's book so that prospective patients are prepared and understand DAN protocols at a high level before they walk in the door and are better positioned to have a productive discussion and make decisions on testing and therapies from day 1 when they walk in the door. I would imagine the same logic w this doctor's web site.>> I believe the other part of it is so that people are not asking questions that have already been answered IN the book as well> > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 13, 2010 Report Share Posted December 13, 2010 OMG! Same here...except that... I am trying not to care what my genetics are, as I am sure they are SCREWED UP! LOL! I figured, the more I know, the more it's going to freak me out...someday, I do want to walk back into Dunkin Donuts and get me a Boston Creme donut, with a Medium 3 creams and 1 sugar and not think about it..or about the Feingold, the wheat, the milk, the oxalate count, the GMO's, the processing plant in which it was made, or the lady serving it to me behind the counter (although, I must say when I lived in MA, those ladies have got excellent memories, because they would see me coming and have my coffee ready - do they put B12 in the water there?)... I think I might need some sleep, anyone, melatonin or GABA? OH! The more you know, the more you don't want to...I'm only half kidding...I'm not sure if I am being sarcastic, or being just funny...I think I need my B12... laura > > > > I believe the other part of it is so that people are not asking questions that > >have already been answered IN the book as well > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 13, 2010 Report Share Posted December 13, 2010 OMG! Same here...except that... I am trying not to care what my genetics are, as I am sure they are SCREWED UP! LOL! I figured, the more I know, the more it's going to freak me out...someday, I do want to walk back into Dunkin Donuts and get me a Boston Creme donut, with a Medium 3 creams and 1 sugar and not think about it..or about the Feingold, the wheat, the milk, the oxalate count, the GMO's, the processing plant in which it was made, or the lady serving it to me behind the counter (although, I must say when I lived in MA, those ladies have got excellent memories, because they would see me coming and have my coffee ready - do they put B12 in the water there?)... I think I might need some sleep, anyone, melatonin or GABA? OH! The more you know, the more you don't want to...I'm only half kidding...I'm not sure if I am being sarcastic, or being just funny...I think I need my B12... laura > > > > I believe the other part of it is so that people are not asking questions that > >have already been answered IN the book as well > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 13, 2010 Report Share Posted December 13, 2010 OMG! Same here...except that... I am trying not to care what my genetics are, as I am sure they are SCREWED UP! LOL! I figured, the more I know, the more it's going to freak me out...someday, I do want to walk back into Dunkin Donuts and get me a Boston Creme donut, with a Medium 3 creams and 1 sugar and not think about it..or about the Feingold, the wheat, the milk, the oxalate count, the GMO's, the processing plant in which it was made, or the lady serving it to me behind the counter (although, I must say when I lived in MA, those ladies have got excellent memories, because they would see me coming and have my coffee ready - do they put B12 in the water there?)... I think I might need some sleep, anyone, melatonin or GABA? OH! The more you know, the more you don't want to...I'm only half kidding...I'm not sure if I am being sarcastic, or being just funny...I think I need my B12... laura > > > > I believe the other part of it is so that people are not asking questions that > >have already been answered IN the book as well > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 13, 2010 Report Share Posted December 13, 2010 ,If you start reading some of Owens' posts on oxalate, your head will really spin. LOL Â OMG! Same here...except that... I am trying not to care what my genetics are, as I am sure they are SCREWED UP! LOL! I figured, the more I know, the more it's going to freak me out...someday, I do want to walk back into Dunkin Donuts and get me a Boston Creme donut, with a Medium 3 creams and 1 sugar and not think about it..or about the Feingold, the wheat, the milk, the oxalate count, the GMO's, the processing plant in which it was made, or the lady serving it to me behind the counter (although, I must say when I lived in MA, those ladies have got excellent memories, because they would see me coming and have my coffee ready - do they put B12 in the water there?)... I think I might need some sleep, anyone, melatonin or GABA? OH! The more you know, the more you don't want to...I'm only half kidding...I'm not sure if I am being sarcastic, or being just funny...I think I need my B12... laura > > > > I believe the other part of it is so that people are not asking questions that > >have already been answered IN the book as well > > > > > > > -- Toni------Mind like a steel trap...Rusty and illegal in 37 states. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 13, 2010 Report Share Posted December 13, 2010 ,If you start reading some of Owens' posts on oxalate, your head will really spin. LOL Â OMG! Same here...except that... I am trying not to care what my genetics are, as I am sure they are SCREWED UP! LOL! I figured, the more I know, the more it's going to freak me out...someday, I do want to walk back into Dunkin Donuts and get me a Boston Creme donut, with a Medium 3 creams and 1 sugar and not think about it..or about the Feingold, the wheat, the milk, the oxalate count, the GMO's, the processing plant in which it was made, or the lady serving it to me behind the counter (although, I must say when I lived in MA, those ladies have got excellent memories, because they would see me coming and have my coffee ready - do they put B12 in the water there?)... I think I might need some sleep, anyone, melatonin or GABA? OH! The more you know, the more you don't want to...I'm only half kidding...I'm not sure if I am being sarcastic, or being just funny...I think I need my B12... laura > > > > I believe the other part of it is so that people are not asking questions that > >have already been answered IN the book as well > > > > > > > -- Toni------Mind like a steel trap...Rusty and illegal in 37 states. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 13, 2010 Report Share Posted December 13, 2010 Infections can be passed down through multiple generations and is a more likely explanation for prevalence in a family. Lyme, a herpes type virus or even antibiotic resistant strep is a more plausable explanation for an epidemic. Caryn > > > > Earlier today I was looking around searching for a message board about genetics. ( curious to know why spectrum conditions are so prevelant in my family and trying to make connections) Anyhow, I came across a board led by Dr. McCandless and was shocked to see that in order to join, one must purchase her book through her website. What gives?? This is the kind of crap that gives our main stream pedi's a good arguement. Now, I can understand that it would be easier if people have read the book so they are able to keep up with conversations and not asked questions already answered in the book. But if that was the case, it would be simple enough to suggest reading the book. It seems to be a terrible way to treat people who may have already spent their money buying her book elsewhere. I hope I'm missing something here because it just seems like a crappy thing to do and quite honestly leaves me with the feeling that this woman does not have our children's best interest at heart. I could be and certainly hope I'm wrong. What gives with this lady? Anyone know anything about her? > > Also, can anyone suggest any decent genetics websites or message boards? I'm a long way from being scientifically minded, so anything in plain, easy-to-understand English is my kind of place. Thanks! > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 13, 2010 Report Share Posted December 13, 2010 Infections can be passed down through multiple generations and is a more likely explanation for prevalence in a family. Lyme, a herpes type virus or even antibiotic resistant strep is a more plausable explanation for an epidemic. Caryn > > > > Earlier today I was looking around searching for a message board about genetics. ( curious to know why spectrum conditions are so prevelant in my family and trying to make connections) Anyhow, I came across a board led by Dr. McCandless and was shocked to see that in order to join, one must purchase her book through her website. What gives?? This is the kind of crap that gives our main stream pedi's a good arguement. Now, I can understand that it would be easier if people have read the book so they are able to keep up with conversations and not asked questions already answered in the book. But if that was the case, it would be simple enough to suggest reading the book. It seems to be a terrible way to treat people who may have already spent their money buying her book elsewhere. I hope I'm missing something here because it just seems like a crappy thing to do and quite honestly leaves me with the feeling that this woman does not have our children's best interest at heart. I could be and certainly hope I'm wrong. What gives with this lady? Anyone know anything about her? > > Also, can anyone suggest any decent genetics websites or message boards? I'm a long way from being scientifically minded, so anything in plain, easy-to-understand English is my kind of place. Thanks! > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 13, 2010 Report Share Posted December 13, 2010 BTW, I just wanted to make sure I say that the "Thank You" part is my interpretation, she's never said that had any part of it. I look at it like this: Many of these doctors/authors/scientists etc get flooded with e-mails, phone calls and questions after they publish. Instead of ignoring these calls because of time (or whatever), she has a list. Cheryl ~http://www.gryffins-tail.blogspot.com~~@midian42~ So here's the deal with McCandless. The list you are talking about is the list for autism in general and she asks that you buy her book in order to join because that is how she funds her research into LDN. My understanding is this: her portion of the book profits go directly to her research fund, she doesn't actually make any money off of it herself. This really is just her way of saying "Thank You" to those that buy the book because she no longer sees patients and is strictly in research now. So in essence, it really doesn't support your peds argument because *she* doesn't make one dime off the book sales. This is my understanding, at least. She also has a group called Autism-LDN which you can join without buying the book but the discussion is kept strictly to LDN and the moderator enforces that rule. But she is quite active on both lists, as someone else mentioned.As far as genetics, I think it was NOVA that had a show on epigenetics that was really easy to understand and incredibly fascinating. All the shows are online if you wanted to watch them (I just watched a really cool one on Stonehenge the other day). Cheryl~http://www.gryffins-tail.blogspot.com~@midian42~ Earlier today I was looking around searching for a message board about genetics. ( curious to know why spectrum conditions are so prevelant in my family and trying to make connections) Anyhow, I came across a board led by Dr. McCandless and was shocked to see that in order to join, one must purchase her book through her website. What gives?? This is the kind of crap that gives our main stream pedi's a good arguement. Now, I can understand that it would be easier if people have read the book so they are able to keep up with conversations and not asked questions already answered in the book. But if that was the case, it would be simple enough to suggest reading the book. It seems to be a terrible way to treat people who may have already spent their money buying her book elsewhere. I hope I'm missing something here because it just seems like a crappy thing to do and quite honestly leaves me with the feeling that this woman does not have our children's best interest at heart. I could be and certainly hope I'm wrong. What gives with this lady? Anyone know anything about her? Also, can anyone suggest any decent genetics websites or message boards? I'm a long way from being scientifically minded, so anything in plain, easy-to-understand English is my kind of place. Thanks! Cheryl~http://www.gryffins-tail.blogspot.com~@midian42~ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 13, 2010 Report Share Posted December 13, 2010 BTW, I just wanted to make sure I say that the "Thank You" part is my interpretation, she's never said that had any part of it. I look at it like this: Many of these doctors/authors/scientists etc get flooded with e-mails, phone calls and questions after they publish. Instead of ignoring these calls because of time (or whatever), she has a list. Cheryl ~http://www.gryffins-tail.blogspot.com~~@midian42~ So here's the deal with McCandless. The list you are talking about is the list for autism in general and she asks that you buy her book in order to join because that is how she funds her research into LDN. My understanding is this: her portion of the book profits go directly to her research fund, she doesn't actually make any money off of it herself. This really is just her way of saying "Thank You" to those that buy the book because she no longer sees patients and is strictly in research now. So in essence, it really doesn't support your peds argument because *she* doesn't make one dime off the book sales. This is my understanding, at least. She also has a group called Autism-LDN which you can join without buying the book but the discussion is kept strictly to LDN and the moderator enforces that rule. But she is quite active on both lists, as someone else mentioned.As far as genetics, I think it was NOVA that had a show on epigenetics that was really easy to understand and incredibly fascinating. All the shows are online if you wanted to watch them (I just watched a really cool one on Stonehenge the other day). Cheryl~http://www.gryffins-tail.blogspot.com~@midian42~ Earlier today I was looking around searching for a message board about genetics. ( curious to know why spectrum conditions are so prevelant in my family and trying to make connections) Anyhow, I came across a board led by Dr. McCandless and was shocked to see that in order to join, one must purchase her book through her website. What gives?? This is the kind of crap that gives our main stream pedi's a good arguement. Now, I can understand that it would be easier if people have read the book so they are able to keep up with conversations and not asked questions already answered in the book. But if that was the case, it would be simple enough to suggest reading the book. It seems to be a terrible way to treat people who may have already spent their money buying her book elsewhere. I hope I'm missing something here because it just seems like a crappy thing to do and quite honestly leaves me with the feeling that this woman does not have our children's best interest at heart. I could be and certainly hope I'm wrong. What gives with this lady? Anyone know anything about her? Also, can anyone suggest any decent genetics websites or message boards? I'm a long way from being scientifically minded, so anything in plain, easy-to-understand English is my kind of place. Thanks! Cheryl~http://www.gryffins-tail.blogspot.com~@midian42~ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 13, 2010 Report Share Posted December 13, 2010 ....so very true. You've got a way for putting things in perspective. : ) To: mb12 valtrex Sent: Mon, December 13, 2010 5:05:00 PMSubject: Re: What gives w/ McCandless BTW, I just wanted to make sure I say that the "Thank You" part is my interpretation, she's never said that had any part of it. I look at it like this: Many of these doctors/authors/scientists etc get flooded with e-mails, phone calls and questions after they publish. Instead of ignoring these calls because of time (or whatever), she has a list. Cheryl ~http://www.gryffins-tail.blogspot.com~ ~@midian42~ So here's the deal with McCandless. The list you are talking about is the list for autism in general and she asks that you buy her book in order to join because that is how she funds her research into LDN. My understanding is this: her portion of the book profits go directly to her research fund, she doesn't actually make any money off of it herself. This really is just her way of saying "Thank You" to those that buy the book because she no longer sees patients and is strictly in research now. So in essence, it really doesn't support your peds argument because *she* doesn't make one dime off the book sales. This is my understanding, at least. She also has a group called Autism-LDN which you can join without buying the book but the discussion is kept strictly to LDN and the moderator enforces that rule. But she is quite active on both lists, as someone else mentioned. As far as genetics, I think it was NOVA that had a show on epigenetics that was really easy to understand and incredibly fascinating. All the shows are online if you wanted to watch them (I just watched a really cool one on Stonehenge the other day). Cheryl ~http://www.gryffins-tail.blogspot.com ~@midian42~ Earlier today I was looking around searching for a message board about genetics. ( curious to know why spectrum conditions are so prevelant in my family and trying to make connections) Anyhow, I came across a board led by Dr. McCandless and was shocked to see that in order to join, one must purchase her book through her website. What gives?? This is the kind of crap that gives our main stream pedi's a good arguement. Now, I can understand that it would be easier if people have read the book so they are able to keep up with conversations and not asked questions already answered in the book. But if that was the case, it would be simple enough to suggest reading the book. It seems to be a terrible way to treat people who may have already spent their money buying her book elsewhere. I hope I'm missing something here because it just seems like a crappy thing to do and quite honestly leaves me with the feeling that this woman does not have our children's best interest at heart. I could be and certainly hope I'm wrong. What gives with this lady? Anyone know anything about her? Also, can anyone suggest any decent genetics websites or message boards? I'm a long way from being scientifically minded, so anything in plain, easy-to-understand English is my kind of place. Thanks! Cheryl ~http://www.gryffins-tail.blogspot.com ~@midian42~ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 13, 2010 Report Share Posted December 13, 2010 ....so very true. You've got a way for putting things in perspective. : ) To: mb12 valtrex Sent: Mon, December 13, 2010 5:05:00 PMSubject: Re: What gives w/ McCandless BTW, I just wanted to make sure I say that the "Thank You" part is my interpretation, she's never said that had any part of it. I look at it like this: Many of these doctors/authors/scientists etc get flooded with e-mails, phone calls and questions after they publish. Instead of ignoring these calls because of time (or whatever), she has a list. Cheryl ~http://www.gryffins-tail.blogspot.com~ ~@midian42~ So here's the deal with McCandless. The list you are talking about is the list for autism in general and she asks that you buy her book in order to join because that is how she funds her research into LDN. My understanding is this: her portion of the book profits go directly to her research fund, she doesn't actually make any money off of it herself. This really is just her way of saying "Thank You" to those that buy the book because she no longer sees patients and is strictly in research now. So in essence, it really doesn't support your peds argument because *she* doesn't make one dime off the book sales. This is my understanding, at least. She also has a group called Autism-LDN which you can join without buying the book but the discussion is kept strictly to LDN and the moderator enforces that rule. But she is quite active on both lists, as someone else mentioned. As far as genetics, I think it was NOVA that had a show on epigenetics that was really easy to understand and incredibly fascinating. All the shows are online if you wanted to watch them (I just watched a really cool one on Stonehenge the other day). Cheryl ~http://www.gryffins-tail.blogspot.com ~@midian42~ Earlier today I was looking around searching for a message board about genetics. ( curious to know why spectrum conditions are so prevelant in my family and trying to make connections) Anyhow, I came across a board led by Dr. McCandless and was shocked to see that in order to join, one must purchase her book through her website. What gives?? This is the kind of crap that gives our main stream pedi's a good arguement. Now, I can understand that it would be easier if people have read the book so they are able to keep up with conversations and not asked questions already answered in the book. But if that was the case, it would be simple enough to suggest reading the book. It seems to be a terrible way to treat people who may have already spent their money buying her book elsewhere. I hope I'm missing something here because it just seems like a crappy thing to do and quite honestly leaves me with the feeling that this woman does not have our children's best interest at heart. I could be and certainly hope I'm wrong. What gives with this lady? Anyone know anything about her? Also, can anyone suggest any decent genetics websites or message boards? I'm a long way from being scientifically minded, so anything in plain, easy-to-understand English is my kind of place. Thanks! Cheryl ~http://www.gryffins-tail.blogspot.com ~@midian42~ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 13, 2010 Report Share Posted December 13, 2010 Ha! I often wonder if those Dunkin' Donuts girls realize how much the world relies on them to get through the day. I'm in RI, and yes, we definitely have alot more drive than our counterparts throughout the country - the trade off is, we're bitchy, rude, and impatient...whereas everywhere else you may go, your coffee may be served a little more slowly and not quite how you ordered it, but it's always handed to you with a smile and a polite word : ) As far as genetics, I do worry about what will become of our children's children....and a cousin of mine and my husband's nephew both have these "blackout" incidents (lips turn blue, they go limp)....I can't help but wonder if those, too, are somehow related to and entangled with all the "spectrummy" kids in our family. BTW, , how is your brother doing? To: mb12 valtrex Sent: Mon, December 13, 2010 9:04:47 AMSubject: Re: What gives w/ McCandless OMG! Same here...except that...I am trying not to care what my genetics are, as I am sure they are SCREWED UP! LOL! I figured, the more I know, the more it's going to freak me out...someday, I do want to walk back into Dunkin Donuts and get me a Boston Creme donut, with a Medium 3 creams and 1 sugar and not think about it..or about the Feingold, the wheat, the milk, the oxalate count, the GMO's, the processing plant in which it was made, or the lady serving it to me behind the counter (although, I must say when I lived in MA, those ladies have got excellent memories, because they would see me coming and have my coffee ready - do they put B12 in the water there?)...I think I might need some sleep, anyone, melatonin or GABA? OH! The more you know, the more you don't want to...I'm only half kidding...I'm not sure if I am being sarcastic, or being just funny...I think I need my B12... laura> >> > I believe the other part of it is so that people are not asking questions that > >have already been answered IN the book as well> > > > > >> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 13, 2010 Report Share Posted December 13, 2010 Ha! I often wonder if those Dunkin' Donuts girls realize how much the world relies on them to get through the day. I'm in RI, and yes, we definitely have alot more drive than our counterparts throughout the country - the trade off is, we're bitchy, rude, and impatient...whereas everywhere else you may go, your coffee may be served a little more slowly and not quite how you ordered it, but it's always handed to you with a smile and a polite word : ) As far as genetics, I do worry about what will become of our children's children....and a cousin of mine and my husband's nephew both have these "blackout" incidents (lips turn blue, they go limp)....I can't help but wonder if those, too, are somehow related to and entangled with all the "spectrummy" kids in our family. BTW, , how is your brother doing? To: mb12 valtrex Sent: Mon, December 13, 2010 9:04:47 AMSubject: Re: What gives w/ McCandless OMG! Same here...except that...I am trying not to care what my genetics are, as I am sure they are SCREWED UP! LOL! I figured, the more I know, the more it's going to freak me out...someday, I do want to walk back into Dunkin Donuts and get me a Boston Creme donut, with a Medium 3 creams and 1 sugar and not think about it..or about the Feingold, the wheat, the milk, the oxalate count, the GMO's, the processing plant in which it was made, or the lady serving it to me behind the counter (although, I must say when I lived in MA, those ladies have got excellent memories, because they would see me coming and have my coffee ready - do they put B12 in the water there?)...I think I might need some sleep, anyone, melatonin or GABA? OH! The more you know, the more you don't want to...I'm only half kidding...I'm not sure if I am being sarcastic, or being just funny...I think I need my B12... laura> >> > I believe the other part of it is so that people are not asking questions that > >have already been answered IN the book as well> > > > > >> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 13, 2010 Report Share Posted December 13, 2010 Ha! I often wonder if those Dunkin' Donuts girls realize how much the world relies on them to get through the day. I'm in RI, and yes, we definitely have alot more drive than our counterparts throughout the country - the trade off is, we're bitchy, rude, and impatient...whereas everywhere else you may go, your coffee may be served a little more slowly and not quite how you ordered it, but it's always handed to you with a smile and a polite word : ) As far as genetics, I do worry about what will become of our children's children....and a cousin of mine and my husband's nephew both have these "blackout" incidents (lips turn blue, they go limp)....I can't help but wonder if those, too, are somehow related to and entangled with all the "spectrummy" kids in our family. BTW, , how is your brother doing? To: mb12 valtrex Sent: Mon, December 13, 2010 9:04:47 AMSubject: Re: What gives w/ McCandless OMG! Same here...except that...I am trying not to care what my genetics are, as I am sure they are SCREWED UP! LOL! I figured, the more I know, the more it's going to freak me out...someday, I do want to walk back into Dunkin Donuts and get me a Boston Creme donut, with a Medium 3 creams and 1 sugar and not think about it..or about the Feingold, the wheat, the milk, the oxalate count, the GMO's, the processing plant in which it was made, or the lady serving it to me behind the counter (although, I must say when I lived in MA, those ladies have got excellent memories, because they would see me coming and have my coffee ready - do they put B12 in the water there?)...I think I might need some sleep, anyone, melatonin or GABA? OH! The more you know, the more you don't want to...I'm only half kidding...I'm not sure if I am being sarcastic, or being just funny...I think I need my B12... laura> >> > I believe the other part of it is so that people are not asking questions that > >have already been answered IN the book as well> > > > > >> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 13, 2010 Report Share Posted December 13, 2010 ....I strongly suspect an issue with a herpes type virus, here. My husband and I have both had mono - myself as a young child, my husband as a young adult and his hit hard. He also has sporadic incidents of cold sores on his mouth. Shortly before I became pregnant, he woke up one morning with Bell's Palsy which (until recently I was not aware) can be the result of a herpes-type virus. Plus, I also bled one day at the beginning of my 4th month of pregnancy - which can also be a sign of herpes-type strains. Who knew?? So does this mean my sons are likely to pass that along to their children? I could certainly see how a mother could....but a male? I've never really stopped to consider that, I guess. To: mb12 valtrex Sent: Mon, December 13, 2010 1:29:02 PMSubject: Re: What gives w/ McCandless Infections can be passed down through multiple generations and is a more likely explanation for prevalence in a family. Lyme, a herpes type virus or even antibiotic resistant strep is a more plausable explanation for an epidemic.Caryn>> > > Earlier today I was looking around searching for a message board about genetics. ( curious to know why spectrum conditions are so prevelant in my family and trying to make connections) Anyhow, I came across a board led by Dr. McCandless and was shocked to see that in order to join, one must purchase her book through her website. What gives?? This is the kind of crap that gives our main stream pedi's a good arguement. Now, I can understand that it would be easier if people have read the book so they are able to keep up with conversations and not asked questions already answered in the book. But if that was the case, it would be simple enough to suggest reading the book. It seems to be a terrible way to treat people who may have already spent their money buying her book elsewhere. I hope I'm missing something here because it just seems like a crappy thing to do and quite honestly leaves me with the feeling that this woman does not have our children's best interest at heart. I could be and certainly hope I'm wrong. What gives with this lady? Anyone know anything about her? > > Also, can anyone suggest any decent genetics websites or message boards? I'm a long way from being scientifically minded, so anything in plain, easy-to-understand English is my kind of place. Thanks!> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 13, 2010 Report Share Posted December 13, 2010 would also look at lyme as it can mask as a lot of things From: T Lynn Sent: Monday, December 13, 2010 9:23 PM To: mb12 valtrex Subject: Re: Re: What gives w/ McCandless ....I strongly suspect an issue with a herpes type virus, here. My husband and I have both had mono - myself as a young child, my husband as a young adult and his hit hard. He also has sporadic incidents of cold sores on his mouth. Shortly before I became pregnant, he woke up one morning with Bell's Palsy which (until recently I was not aware) can be the result of a herpes-type virus. Plus, I also bled one day at the beginning of my 4th month of pregnancy - which can also be a sign of herpes-type strains. Who knew?? So does this mean my sons are likely to pass that along to their children? I could certainly see how a mother could....but a male? I've never really stopped to consider that, I guess. To: mb12 valtrex Sent: Mon, December 13, 2010 1:29:02 PMSubject: Re: What gives w/ McCandless Infections can be passed down through multiple generations and is a more likely explanation for prevalence in a family. Lyme, a herpes type virus or even antibiotic resistant strep is a more plausable explanation for an epidemic.Caryn>> > > Earlier today I was looking around searching for a message board about genetics. ( curious to know why spectrum conditions are so prevelant in my family and trying to make connections) Anyhow, I came across a board led by Dr. McCandless and was shocked to see that in order to join, one must purchase her book through her website. What gives?? This is the kind of crap that gives our main stream pedi's a good arguement. Now, I can understand that it would be easier if people have read the book so they are able to keep up with conversations and not asked questions already answered in the book. But if that was the case, it would be simple enough to suggest reading the book. It seems to be a terrible way to treat people who may have already spent their money buying her book elsewhere. I hope I'm missing something here because it just seems like a crappy thing to do and quite honestly leaves me with the feeling that this woman does not have our children's best interest at heart. I could be and certainly hope I'm wrong. What gives with this lady? Anyone know anything about her? > > Also, can anyone suggest any decent genetics websites or message boards? I'm a long way from being scientifically minded, so anything in plain, easy-to-understand English is my kind of place. Thanks!> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 13, 2010 Report Share Posted December 13, 2010 would also look at lyme as it can mask as a lot of things From: T Lynn Sent: Monday, December 13, 2010 9:23 PM To: mb12 valtrex Subject: Re: Re: What gives w/ McCandless ....I strongly suspect an issue with a herpes type virus, here. My husband and I have both had mono - myself as a young child, my husband as a young adult and his hit hard. He also has sporadic incidents of cold sores on his mouth. Shortly before I became pregnant, he woke up one morning with Bell's Palsy which (until recently I was not aware) can be the result of a herpes-type virus. Plus, I also bled one day at the beginning of my 4th month of pregnancy - which can also be a sign of herpes-type strains. Who knew?? So does this mean my sons are likely to pass that along to their children? I could certainly see how a mother could....but a male? I've never really stopped to consider that, I guess. To: mb12 valtrex Sent: Mon, December 13, 2010 1:29:02 PMSubject: Re: What gives w/ McCandless Infections can be passed down through multiple generations and is a more likely explanation for prevalence in a family. Lyme, a herpes type virus or even antibiotic resistant strep is a more plausable explanation for an epidemic.Caryn>> > > Earlier today I was looking around searching for a message board about genetics. ( curious to know why spectrum conditions are so prevelant in my family and trying to make connections) Anyhow, I came across a board led by Dr. McCandless and was shocked to see that in order to join, one must purchase her book through her website. What gives?? This is the kind of crap that gives our main stream pedi's a good arguement. Now, I can understand that it would be easier if people have read the book so they are able to keep up with conversations and not asked questions already answered in the book. But if that was the case, it would be simple enough to suggest reading the book. It seems to be a terrible way to treat people who may have already spent their money buying her book elsewhere. I hope I'm missing something here because it just seems like a crappy thing to do and quite honestly leaves me with the feeling that this woman does not have our children's best interest at heart. I could be and certainly hope I'm wrong. What gives with this lady? Anyone know anything about her? > > Also, can anyone suggest any decent genetics websites or message boards? I'm a long way from being scientifically minded, so anything in plain, easy-to-understand English is my kind of place. Thanks!> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 13, 2010 Report Share Posted December 13, 2010 Bel's Palsy is tied to Lyme, didn't know it was tied to herpes.  ....I strongly suspect an issue with a herpes type virus, here. My husband and I have both had mono - myself as a young child, my husband as a young adult and his hit hard. He also has sporadic incidents of cold sores on his mouth. Shortly before I became pregnant, he woke up one morning with Bell's Palsy which (until recently I was not aware) can be the result of a herpes-type virus. Plus, I also bled one day at the beginning of my 4th month of pregnancy - which can also be a sign of herpes-type strains. Who knew?? So does this mean my sons are likely to pass that along to their children? I could certainly see how a mother could....but a male? I've never really stopped to consider that, I guess. To: mb12 valtrex Sent: Mon, December 13, 2010 1:29:02 PMSubject: Re: What gives w/ McCandless  Infections can be passed down through multiple generations and is a more likely explanation for prevalence in a family. Lyme, a herpes type virus or even antibiotic resistant strep is a more plausable explanation for an epidemic. Caryn>> > > Earlier today I was looking around searching for a message board about genetics. ( curious to know why spectrum conditions are so prevelant in my family and trying to make connections) Anyhow, I came across a board led by Dr. McCandless and was shocked to see that in order to join, one must purchase her book through her website. What gives?? This is the kind of crap that gives our main stream pedi's a good arguement. Now, I can understand that it would be easier if people have read the book so they are able to keep up with conversations and not asked questions already answered in the book. But if that was the case, it would be simple enough to suggest reading the book. It seems to be a terrible way to treat people who may have already spent their money buying her book elsewhere. I hope I'm missing something here because it just seems like a crappy thing to do and quite honestly leaves me with the feeling that this woman does not have our children's best interest at heart. I could be and certainly hope I'm wrong. What gives with this lady? Anyone know anything about her? > > Also, can anyone suggest any decent genetics websites or message boards? I'm a long way from being scientifically minded, so anything in plain, easy-to-understand English is my kind of place. Thanks! > -- Toni------Mind like a steel trap...Rusty and illegal in 37 states. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 13, 2010 Report Share Posted December 13, 2010 Bel's Palsy is tied to Lyme, didn't know it was tied to herpes.  ....I strongly suspect an issue with a herpes type virus, here. My husband and I have both had mono - myself as a young child, my husband as a young adult and his hit hard. He also has sporadic incidents of cold sores on his mouth. Shortly before I became pregnant, he woke up one morning with Bell's Palsy which (until recently I was not aware) can be the result of a herpes-type virus. Plus, I also bled one day at the beginning of my 4th month of pregnancy - which can also be a sign of herpes-type strains. Who knew?? So does this mean my sons are likely to pass that along to their children? I could certainly see how a mother could....but a male? I've never really stopped to consider that, I guess. To: mb12 valtrex Sent: Mon, December 13, 2010 1:29:02 PMSubject: Re: What gives w/ McCandless  Infections can be passed down through multiple generations and is a more likely explanation for prevalence in a family. Lyme, a herpes type virus or even antibiotic resistant strep is a more plausable explanation for an epidemic. Caryn>> > > Earlier today I was looking around searching for a message board about genetics. ( curious to know why spectrum conditions are so prevelant in my family and trying to make connections) Anyhow, I came across a board led by Dr. McCandless and was shocked to see that in order to join, one must purchase her book through her website. What gives?? This is the kind of crap that gives our main stream pedi's a good arguement. Now, I can understand that it would be easier if people have read the book so they are able to keep up with conversations and not asked questions already answered in the book. But if that was the case, it would be simple enough to suggest reading the book. It seems to be a terrible way to treat people who may have already spent their money buying her book elsewhere. I hope I'm missing something here because it just seems like a crappy thing to do and quite honestly leaves me with the feeling that this woman does not have our children's best interest at heart. I could be and certainly hope I'm wrong. What gives with this lady? Anyone know anything about her? > > Also, can anyone suggest any decent genetics websites or message boards? I'm a long way from being scientifically minded, so anything in plain, easy-to-understand English is my kind of place. Thanks! > -- Toni------Mind like a steel trap...Rusty and illegal in 37 states. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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