Guest guest Posted January 20, 2004 Report Share Posted January 20, 2004 In a message dated 1/20/04 6:45:14 PM Eastern Standard Time, ngsamuelson@... writes: << I keep getting tendosynovitis of the bicept tendons, >> Hi, Sue here, not Mike. I take fish oils for inflammation. It is probably best to buy a brand that does not belch back up fishy....they do make those now. I use the Shaklee brand and I have severe GI issues, so if I can tolerate it most anyone can. Also, flaxseed ground up and put into breads, on oatmeal, is also very helpful, plus beneficial in the fiber department. You can also buy the flaxseed oil, which needs to be refrigerated. It is tasty, goes nice in shakes, on oatmeal or in salad dressings with olive oil. It supplies omega-3 fatty acids which helps keep inflammation in check. I have tried MSM in the past, which is a form of vegetable sulfurs.....I am not sure if it helps or not...I was not real compliant. Others here might be able to help you on that one. I am not sure about Shark cartilage.....my opinion is shark eat just about anything and are known to carry a lot of toxic wastes because of their size and fats......I guess this would be the reason I would be careful of using it. Don't know if it works or not. Also, make sure whatever brand of product you buy is reputable. They should be able to tell you the amount of " active " ingredient and have expiration dates. Also, just like meds, supplements work differently for everyone, so what works for one may not work for another. Also, be careful these don't interfere with meds you are on. The best way to know this kind of info is to look it up in a good reference book. I use the PDR of Herbal Medicine. Mike mentioned some others a short time ago. I tend to stick with " food " stuffs as I am on a lot of meds. Some herbals are things that have always been eaten, just in a more concentrated form. Some examples are flaxseed, fish oils, marshmallow (used to be what they made marshmallows from), slippery elm (mucilaginous fiber that used to be used in breads and was a staple in the civil war), corn silk (just like what it sounds like, LOL!), and cranberry....there are tons more. You do still need to be sure there are not medication interaction. And as always, if you decide to take something, listen to your body and how you feel about taking it. If it doesn't seem right don't take it. I hope this helps. Take care. Hugs, Sue G. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 20, 2004 Report Share Posted January 20, 2004 In a message dated 1/20/04 6:45:14 PM Eastern Standard Time, ngsamuelson@... writes: << I keep getting tendosynovitis of the bicept tendons, >> Hi, Sue here, not Mike. I take fish oils for inflammation. It is probably best to buy a brand that does not belch back up fishy....they do make those now. I use the Shaklee brand and I have severe GI issues, so if I can tolerate it most anyone can. Also, flaxseed ground up and put into breads, on oatmeal, is also very helpful, plus beneficial in the fiber department. You can also buy the flaxseed oil, which needs to be refrigerated. It is tasty, goes nice in shakes, on oatmeal or in salad dressings with olive oil. It supplies omega-3 fatty acids which helps keep inflammation in check. I have tried MSM in the past, which is a form of vegetable sulfurs.....I am not sure if it helps or not...I was not real compliant. Others here might be able to help you on that one. I am not sure about Shark cartilage.....my opinion is shark eat just about anything and are known to carry a lot of toxic wastes because of their size and fats......I guess this would be the reason I would be careful of using it. Don't know if it works or not. Also, make sure whatever brand of product you buy is reputable. They should be able to tell you the amount of " active " ingredient and have expiration dates. Also, just like meds, supplements work differently for everyone, so what works for one may not work for another. Also, be careful these don't interfere with meds you are on. The best way to know this kind of info is to look it up in a good reference book. I use the PDR of Herbal Medicine. Mike mentioned some others a short time ago. I tend to stick with " food " stuffs as I am on a lot of meds. Some herbals are things that have always been eaten, just in a more concentrated form. Some examples are flaxseed, fish oils, marshmallow (used to be what they made marshmallows from), slippery elm (mucilaginous fiber that used to be used in breads and was a staple in the civil war), corn silk (just like what it sounds like, LOL!), and cranberry....there are tons more. You do still need to be sure there are not medication interaction. And as always, if you decide to take something, listen to your body and how you feel about taking it. If it doesn't seem right don't take it. I hope this helps. Take care. Hugs, Sue G. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 20, 2004 Report Share Posted January 20, 2004 In a message dated 1/20/04 6:45:14 PM Eastern Standard Time, ngsamuelson@... writes: << I keep getting tendosynovitis of the bicept tendons, >> Hi, Sue here, not Mike. I take fish oils for inflammation. It is probably best to buy a brand that does not belch back up fishy....they do make those now. I use the Shaklee brand and I have severe GI issues, so if I can tolerate it most anyone can. Also, flaxseed ground up and put into breads, on oatmeal, is also very helpful, plus beneficial in the fiber department. You can also buy the flaxseed oil, which needs to be refrigerated. It is tasty, goes nice in shakes, on oatmeal or in salad dressings with olive oil. It supplies omega-3 fatty acids which helps keep inflammation in check. I have tried MSM in the past, which is a form of vegetable sulfurs.....I am not sure if it helps or not...I was not real compliant. Others here might be able to help you on that one. I am not sure about Shark cartilage.....my opinion is shark eat just about anything and are known to carry a lot of toxic wastes because of their size and fats......I guess this would be the reason I would be careful of using it. Don't know if it works or not. Also, make sure whatever brand of product you buy is reputable. They should be able to tell you the amount of " active " ingredient and have expiration dates. Also, just like meds, supplements work differently for everyone, so what works for one may not work for another. Also, be careful these don't interfere with meds you are on. The best way to know this kind of info is to look it up in a good reference book. I use the PDR of Herbal Medicine. Mike mentioned some others a short time ago. I tend to stick with " food " stuffs as I am on a lot of meds. Some herbals are things that have always been eaten, just in a more concentrated form. Some examples are flaxseed, fish oils, marshmallow (used to be what they made marshmallows from), slippery elm (mucilaginous fiber that used to be used in breads and was a staple in the civil war), corn silk (just like what it sounds like, LOL!), and cranberry....there are tons more. You do still need to be sure there are not medication interaction. And as always, if you decide to take something, listen to your body and how you feel about taking it. If it doesn't seem right don't take it. I hope this helps. Take care. Hugs, Sue G. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 20, 2004 Report Share Posted January 20, 2004 Hi Mike, We already discussed glucosamine chondroitin in the past. But my new question is can Shark cartilage do anything to decrease inflammation? I keep getting tendosynovitis of the bicept tendons,which led to the left one rupturing,part of my surgery last week. Now the right one's are feeling inflammed. I just can't take NSAIDS. Thanks, S. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 20, 2004 Report Share Posted January 20, 2004 Thanks Sue, I'll look into it. Is GNC a reputable store? Thanks S. Re: Mike- shark cartilage In a message dated 1/20/04 6:45:14 PM Eastern Standard Time, ngsamuelson@... writes: << I keep getting tendosynovitis of the bicept tendons, >> Hi, Sue here, not Mike. I take fish oils for inflammation. It is probably best to buy a brand that does not belch back up fishy....they do make those now. I use the Shaklee brand and I have severe GI issues, so if I can tolerate it most anyone can. Also, flaxseed ground up and put into breads, on oatmeal, is also very helpful, plus beneficial in the fiber department. You can also buy the flaxseed oil, which needs to be refrigerated. It is tasty, goes nice in shakes, on oatmeal or in salad dressings with olive oil. It supplies omega-3 fatty acids which helps keep inflammation in check. I have tried MSM in the past, which is a form of vegetable sulfurs.....I am not sure if it helps or not...I was not real compliant. Others here might be able to help you on that one. I am not sure about Shark cartilage.....my opinion is shark eat just about anything and are known to carry a lot of toxic wastes because of their size and fats......I guess this would be the reason I would be careful of using it. Don't know if it works or not. Also, make sure whatever brand of product you buy is reputable. They should be able to tell you the amount of " active " ingredient and have expiration dates. Also, just like meds, supplements work differently for everyone, so what works for one may not work for another. Also, be careful these don't interfere with meds you are on. The best way to know this kind of info is to look it up in a good reference book. I use the PDR of Herbal Medicine. Mike mentioned some others a short time ago. I tend to stick with " food " stuffs as I am on a lot of meds. Some herbals are things that have always been eaten, just in a more concentrated form. Some examples are flaxseed, fish oils, marshmallow (used to be what they made marshmallows from), slippery elm (mucilaginous fiber that used to be used in breads and was a staple in the civil war), corn silk (just like what it sounds like, LOL!), and cranberry....there are tons more. You do still need to be sure there are not medication interaction. And as always, if you decide to take something, listen to your body and how you feel about taking it. If it doesn't seem right don't take it. I hope this helps. Take care. Hugs, Sue G. To learn more about EDS, visit our website: http://www.ceda.ca Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 20, 2004 Report Share Posted January 20, 2004 Thanks Sue, I'll look into it. Is GNC a reputable store? Thanks S. Re: Mike- shark cartilage In a message dated 1/20/04 6:45:14 PM Eastern Standard Time, ngsamuelson@... writes: << I keep getting tendosynovitis of the bicept tendons, >> Hi, Sue here, not Mike. I take fish oils for inflammation. It is probably best to buy a brand that does not belch back up fishy....they do make those now. I use the Shaklee brand and I have severe GI issues, so if I can tolerate it most anyone can. Also, flaxseed ground up and put into breads, on oatmeal, is also very helpful, plus beneficial in the fiber department. You can also buy the flaxseed oil, which needs to be refrigerated. It is tasty, goes nice in shakes, on oatmeal or in salad dressings with olive oil. It supplies omega-3 fatty acids which helps keep inflammation in check. I have tried MSM in the past, which is a form of vegetable sulfurs.....I am not sure if it helps or not...I was not real compliant. Others here might be able to help you on that one. I am not sure about Shark cartilage.....my opinion is shark eat just about anything and are known to carry a lot of toxic wastes because of their size and fats......I guess this would be the reason I would be careful of using it. Don't know if it works or not. Also, make sure whatever brand of product you buy is reputable. They should be able to tell you the amount of " active " ingredient and have expiration dates. Also, just like meds, supplements work differently for everyone, so what works for one may not work for another. Also, be careful these don't interfere with meds you are on. The best way to know this kind of info is to look it up in a good reference book. I use the PDR of Herbal Medicine. Mike mentioned some others a short time ago. I tend to stick with " food " stuffs as I am on a lot of meds. Some herbals are things that have always been eaten, just in a more concentrated form. Some examples are flaxseed, fish oils, marshmallow (used to be what they made marshmallows from), slippery elm (mucilaginous fiber that used to be used in breads and was a staple in the civil war), corn silk (just like what it sounds like, LOL!), and cranberry....there are tons more. You do still need to be sure there are not medication interaction. And as always, if you decide to take something, listen to your body and how you feel about taking it. If it doesn't seem right don't take it. I hope this helps. Take care. Hugs, Sue G. To learn more about EDS, visit our website: http://www.ceda.ca Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 21, 2004 Report Share Posted January 21, 2004 Check out consumerlab.com.......they are an independent testing laboratory and can tell you supplements they have tested and which ones have what they say are in there. Hope this helps. Hugs, Sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 21, 2004 Report Share Posted January 21, 2004 Check out consumerlab.com.......they are an independent testing laboratory and can tell you supplements they have tested and which ones have what they say are in there. Hope this helps. Hugs, Sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 21, 2004 Report Share Posted January 21, 2004 Check out consumerlab.com.......they are an independent testing laboratory and can tell you supplements they have tested and which ones have what they say are in there. Hope this helps. Hugs, Sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 21, 2004 Report Share Posted January 21, 2004 > Check out consumerlab.com.......they are an independent testing laboratory > and can tell you supplements they have tested and which ones have what they say > are in there. Hope this helps. > > Hugs, > Sue ----------------------- Thanks for the link. It looks like a good site with basic information. But from a quick scan, it looks like you need to subsribe and pay them an annual fee to get into the detailed product reviews. I will browse through it in more detail later. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 21, 2004 Report Share Posted January 21, 2004 > Check out consumerlab.com.......they are an independent testing laboratory > and can tell you supplements they have tested and which ones have what they say > are in there. Hope this helps. > > Hugs, > Sue ----------------------- Thanks for the link. It looks like a good site with basic information. But from a quick scan, it looks like you need to subsribe and pay them an annual fee to get into the detailed product reviews. I will browse through it in more detail later. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 21, 2004 Report Share Posted January 21, 2004 > Check out consumerlab.com.......they are an independent testing laboratory > and can tell you supplements they have tested and which ones have what they say > are in there. Hope this helps. > > Hugs, > Sue ----------------------- Thanks for the link. It looks like a good site with basic information. But from a quick scan, it looks like you need to subsribe and pay them an annual fee to get into the detailed product reviews. I will browse through it in more detail later. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 25, 2004 Report Share Posted January 25, 2004 Sharon, What kind of fish oil or brand? Thanks, S. Re: Mike- shark cartilage , I too am now not allowed to take NSAIDS due to my GERD and suspeced ulcer, so I am taking Fish Oil as well as MSM and Glucosamin, fish oil is a NATURAL anti inflam. Sharon > Hi Mike, > We already discussed glucosamine chondroitin in the past. But my new > question is can Shark cartilage do anything to decrease > inflammation? I keep getting tendosynovitis of the bicept > tendons,which led to the left one rupturing,part of my surgery last > week. Now the right one's are feeling inflammed. I just can't take > NSAIDS. > Thanks, > S. To learn more about EDS, visit our website: http://www.ceda.ca ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 25, 2004 Report Share Posted January 25, 2004 Sharon, What kind of fish oil or brand? Thanks, S. Re: Mike- shark cartilage , I too am now not allowed to take NSAIDS due to my GERD and suspeced ulcer, so I am taking Fish Oil as well as MSM and Glucosamin, fish oil is a NATURAL anti inflam. Sharon > Hi Mike, > We already discussed glucosamine chondroitin in the past. But my new > question is can Shark cartilage do anything to decrease > inflammation? I keep getting tendosynovitis of the bicept > tendons,which led to the left one rupturing,part of my surgery last > week. Now the right one's are feeling inflammed. I just can't take > NSAIDS. > Thanks, > S. To learn more about EDS, visit our website: http://www.ceda.ca ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 25, 2004 Report Share Posted January 25, 2004 In a message dated 1/25/04 1:34:47 PM Eastern Standard Time, ngsamuelson@... writes: << What kind of fish oil or brand? >> Hi , I use the Shaklee brand. It does not have an overpowering fishy taste. If you have GERD, this is real concern. hope this helps. Take care. Hugs, Sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 26, 2004 Report Share Posted January 26, 2004 Sue, I do also have GERD, I take Prevacid for that, how will the fish oil supplement interact with the GERD? Thanks, S. Re: Re: Mike- shark cartilage In a message dated 1/25/04 1:34:47 PM Eastern Standard Time, ngsamuelson@... writes: << What kind of fish oil or brand? >> Hi , I use the Shaklee brand. It does not have an overpowering fishy taste. If you have GERD, this is real concern. hope this helps. Take care. Hugs, Sue To learn more about EDS, visit our website: http://www.ceda.ca ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 26, 2004 Report Share Posted January 26, 2004 Sue, I do also have GERD, I take Prevacid for that, how will the fish oil supplement interact with the GERD? Thanks, S. Re: Re: Mike- shark cartilage In a message dated 1/25/04 1:34:47 PM Eastern Standard Time, ngsamuelson@... writes: << What kind of fish oil or brand? >> Hi , I use the Shaklee brand. It does not have an overpowering fishy taste. If you have GERD, this is real concern. hope this helps. Take care. Hugs, Sue To learn more about EDS, visit our website: http://www.ceda.ca ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 26, 2004 Report Share Posted January 26, 2004 Sue, I do also have GERD, I take Prevacid for that, how will the fish oil supplement interact with the GERD? Thanks, S. Re: Re: Mike- shark cartilage In a message dated 1/25/04 1:34:47 PM Eastern Standard Time, ngsamuelson@... writes: << What kind of fish oil or brand? >> Hi , I use the Shaklee brand. It does not have an overpowering fishy taste. If you have GERD, this is real concern. hope this helps. Take care. Hugs, Sue To learn more about EDS, visit our website: http://www.ceda.ca ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 26, 2004 Report Share Posted January 26, 2004 In a message dated 1/26/04 11:23:46 AM Eastern Standard Time, ngsamuelson@... writes: << I do also have GERD, I take Prevacid for that, how will the fish oil supplement interact with the GERD? >> Well, if you are like em, you will belch it up.......so some brands are really bad. there is another brand that is supposed to be good with this besides the brand I use, but I can't remember ythe name. Many health food stores will carry this brand. just aks, and they can probably show you which brands won't cause this. Hugs, Sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 26, 2004 Report Share Posted January 26, 2004 In a message dated 1/26/04 11:23:46 AM Eastern Standard Time, ngsamuelson@... writes: << I do also have GERD, I take Prevacid for that, how will the fish oil supplement interact with the GERD? >> Well, if you are like em, you will belch it up.......so some brands are really bad. there is another brand that is supposed to be good with this besides the brand I use, but I can't remember ythe name. Many health food stores will carry this brand. just aks, and they can probably show you which brands won't cause this. Hugs, Sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 26, 2004 Report Share Posted January 26, 2004 In a message dated 1/26/04 11:23:46 AM Eastern Standard Time, ngsamuelson@... writes: << I do also have GERD, I take Prevacid for that, how will the fish oil supplement interact with the GERD? >> Well, if you are like em, you will belch it up.......so some brands are really bad. there is another brand that is supposed to be good with this besides the brand I use, but I can't remember ythe name. Many health food stores will carry this brand. just aks, and they can probably show you which brands won't cause this. Hugs, Sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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