Very strong clear for iron-no pun intended.
Treatment for Vitamin "A" today. Dinner: Fried potatoes with onions and grilled chicken. Strawberries and whipped cream. Not too bad. I will have a challenge tomorrow when I go to a Health Fair and have to figure out how to eat lunch and avoid food with Vit "A." I have to do some more research and see what I can haul with me.
Next week is the mineral treatment. I'm preparing as best I can. I changed my treatment day to Thursday and will not go to the office on Friday. Not much of a day off. Then salt, then Grain.
I learned today that Vitamin "A" is more important than just for good vision and eye health. People who have a lot of trouble with heart burn and acid reflux usually are allergic to some degree to vitamin "A," so they are not assimilating it. The body needs it for the mucosa (?) lining from the mouth all the way through the body. Without adequate Vit "A" the lining erodes. This is what causes the trouble and why it is generally a problem for older folks. The problem is compounded when the sufferer takes antacids which reduces the amount of stomach acid which our bodies need to thoroughly digest the food we eat.
Probably more than you want to know about the digestive tract, but it's important if we're to be healthy.
I haven't discussed antacids a lot in this blog. I used to need them several times a day. My stomach hurt a LOT and I had lots of heartburn, etc. I honestly cannot remember when I last needed an antacid. It's not that I've decided not to use them; I REALLY don't have that trouble anymore. Woo-Hoo!
I am continuing to sleep well and wake rested. Getting up in the morning even when I've had a few rough days, has never been this easy for me. I'd prefer to sleep in, but if I can't it's not painful because I am literally sleep-deprived.
This journey has already turned into a miracle for me. It's like thinking that you dreamed about winning the lottery and then finding out you were not dreaming after all. I began thinking this would help with the gluten issue, but it's been so much more. Lots of unexpected benefits. At 62 I feel better than 10 years ago. What a surprise!
Wednesday, April 28, 2010
Monday, April 26, 2010
Who'd have thought???
The 25 hours of avoidance with the iron treatment was tougher than I thought. By Friday afternoon I had a monumental headache from no caffeine and felt totally done in. I couldn't make up which I wanted more-a gallon of coffee or to just go to bed and get some sleep. I did both in the above order. Amazing huh? I had several cups of coffee and in fact drank more coffee than usual, yet I continue to sleep well and wake rested. Restless legs syndrome is not completely gone, but when it begins to come on a few minutes of strenuous leg stretching, exercise and/or the massager works wonders.
To not: when I was away at the conference last week I had very minor problems with RLS. I didn't have the massager with me, so whatever trouble I had I was easily able to remedy with stretching and exercise. Those who suffer from RLS KNOW that although we all try everything because we are desperate for it to "just stop," nothing really seems to work. Not on a regular basis. Just as soon as you think you've found a remedy and begin to get some relief, it comes on again full force.
My experience the past couple of months is completely different. I am consistently not bothered by sleeplessness and RLS. It is now the exception rather than the rule.
One minor problem. I used to have lots of time at night to read because I'd be up half the night. Now, because I go to sleep so much more easily, sleep has cut in on my reading time. No worries. I'll take the exchange any time.
Next treatment is Vitamin A this Wednesday. Then Minerals (A hard one) the next week. I will take the day off work for the 25 hour avoidance period since virtually everything in my office is metal. The week after that is salt and then grain. That is providing I clear all others on schedule. Pamala is making sure I have a strong clear on everything leading up to the grain treatment in order to insure my system is at optimum performance to take on the biggie.
I am praying and practicing patience. And, I am aware--very aware--that this treatment will not be as successful as I'd like when it comes to gluten. I am praying about that so that if that's what happens, and I am still not able to eat a normal diet, I'll be OK with the health gifts God has already given me.
To not: when I was away at the conference last week I had very minor problems with RLS. I didn't have the massager with me, so whatever trouble I had I was easily able to remedy with stretching and exercise. Those who suffer from RLS KNOW that although we all try everything because we are desperate for it to "just stop," nothing really seems to work. Not on a regular basis. Just as soon as you think you've found a remedy and begin to get some relief, it comes on again full force.
My experience the past couple of months is completely different. I am consistently not bothered by sleeplessness and RLS. It is now the exception rather than the rule.
One minor problem. I used to have lots of time at night to read because I'd be up half the night. Now, because I go to sleep so much more easily, sleep has cut in on my reading time. No worries. I'll take the exchange any time.
Next treatment is Vitamin A this Wednesday. Then Minerals (A hard one) the next week. I will take the day off work for the 25 hour avoidance period since virtually everything in my office is metal. The week after that is salt and then grain. That is providing I clear all others on schedule. Pamala is making sure I have a strong clear on everything leading up to the grain treatment in order to insure my system is at optimum performance to take on the biggie.
I am praying and practicing patience. And, I am aware--very aware--that this treatment will not be as successful as I'd like when it comes to gluten. I am praying about that so that if that's what happens, and I am still not able to eat a normal diet, I'll be OK with the health gifts God has already given me.
Thursday, April 22, 2010
Speeding past sugar and onto iron...
My treatment was today. Cleared sugar and treated for iron. The worst part of the 25 avoidance is NO coffee or tea of any kind. ARGH!!!!
Other than that this is a no brainer.
I continued to have food issues at the conference. It seems I spent a fortune on food just to try and find something I could eat. The dinner last night was bad. I told the server "gluten free" and she plunked down a plate with a big hunk of tofu which I loathe. I asked her if there was something else, and pointed out that the beef with potatoes and veggies was fine. All safe foods for me. Thirty minutes later I got a veggie and rice plate. The rice was...well..rice. The veggies were closer to raw. For dessert I was served a slice of fruit tart. Duh! It would appear my suspicions that no one had a clue what gluten is proved true.
These past four days have set me to seriously thinking about the possibility that this treatment won't prove successful to eliminate my gluten intolerance. People ARE different. The realization hit me that if this isn't successful, there are no other options. I will spend the rest of my life dealing with the frustration I've experienced these past few days. A total downer.
The good thing is I know God IS in control and that I can trust Him with every aspect of my life. This includes celiac disease.
Of course the whole thing won't be a total bust because I've felt so much better, been sleeping so much better and the restless legs issue has improved.
I'm praying and praying because I do not want to be angry or feel cheated if I don't get everything I want. Life isn't about getting everything I want. It's about getting everything God has for me. And, that's truly all good.
Other than that this is a no brainer.
I continued to have food issues at the conference. It seems I spent a fortune on food just to try and find something I could eat. The dinner last night was bad. I told the server "gluten free" and she plunked down a plate with a big hunk of tofu which I loathe. I asked her if there was something else, and pointed out that the beef with potatoes and veggies was fine. All safe foods for me. Thirty minutes later I got a veggie and rice plate. The rice was...well..rice. The veggies were closer to raw. For dessert I was served a slice of fruit tart. Duh! It would appear my suspicions that no one had a clue what gluten is proved true.
These past four days have set me to seriously thinking about the possibility that this treatment won't prove successful to eliminate my gluten intolerance. People ARE different. The realization hit me that if this isn't successful, there are no other options. I will spend the rest of my life dealing with the frustration I've experienced these past few days. A total downer.
The good thing is I know God IS in control and that I can trust Him with every aspect of my life. This includes celiac disease.
Of course the whole thing won't be a total bust because I've felt so much better, been sleeping so much better and the restless legs issue has improved.
I'm praying and praying because I do not want to be angry or feel cheated if I don't get everything I want. Life isn't about getting everything I want. It's about getting everything God has for me. And, that's truly all good.
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
Polarization
I am, at this time, blessed to be away for a few days in San Diego where I am attending a leadership (ministry oriented) conference. As conferences go I have had both positive and negative experiences this week. I've sat through some REALLY boring stuff, but some of what I've been blessed to hear and learn is profound, and I will be forever changed.
Yesterday I attended a day-long intensive discussing leadership from a true biblical perspective. Today a "Sowing the Seed" workshop gave me a fresh view about developing ministry partners. What I am doing just because it's what God has led me to do, was confirmed, and I now have practical ideas about how to continue.
Tullian Tchividjian (I've learned to pronounce his last name, and it rhymes with religion.") spoke this morning. That alone was worth the price of admission. You may want to pick up a copy of his newest book, (Surprised by Grace) if you often wonder just how much is enough to seal the deal with The Lord to get His blessing.
So, that part's been good. Even had some bad weather I was not at all prepared for blow in this evening. I enjoyed getting dinner to bring back to my room where I cranked up the heat and stayed in to relax.
But, speaking of food this is where I've encountered my biggest challenge. Nothing unusual about this for events such as these, but each time I get frustrated and ask myself why I keep getting into situations I know are going to be a problem.
Every meal I've ordered has been a hassle. And, I've had a couple of things I thought were safe--but judging some the response of my gut and the sores in the corners of my mouth, I've gotten gluten in some form. Last night I ordered one of the few things on the menu that was one of the least expensive choices, but which I was relatively certain would be safe. My bill was over $30---just for ONE person. Oh, and that was just an entree. No soup, salad or appetizer.
I've been eating breakfast in my room which has cost me $10 a day extra for the refrigerator. At least I know it's safe.
Today, I discovered a salad at the little deli on the resort campus that is safe and good, I had that for both lunch and dinner. Though I hate not having variety, it's have more frustration as I try to find something else I can eat, or just eat it and be glad. At the moment my nose is twitching rabbit-like from all the greens.
What I'd most like to point out is the difficulty for me to do something that the majority of our population take for granted. My experience here this week makes me desire even that much more for NAET treatments to be successful. I am weary of this constant frustration and limitation!!! There is probably no other treatment to try to clear up this problem. That, in itself is HARD.
Think of your most favorite wheat product. This exercise doesn't include barley and rye. Let's just stick with the one grain I CANNOT eat in ANY form. What is your choice? Pasta? Homemade bread/rolls? Flour tortillas? Croutons on your salad or your French Onion soup? How about something Asian? Good luck finding mainstream Asian food (Chinese, Japanese, Thai) without gluten.
Do you get it? Do you understand how hard it is for me when people tell me I can go to a pizza place and have salad (Oh Lord! Not another salad!). Or, Panda Express because they have rice and steamed veggies. Not another vegetable plate! YES-it's only food and that's the impression I get from folks. "Oh, come one. You can find SOMETHING there, can't you? After all they do have a stalk of celery you can chew on while we eat our Orange Chicken." I can't help but wonder if the shoe were on the other foot?????
Or maybe this is just way too important to me, and I should just quit whining and suck it up. After all there are people in this world who'd love to have just a simple bowl of rice with our without vegetables. I may be super-sensitive, but it's still no fun, and I can talk myself into it being OK all the time.
Yesterday I attended a day-long intensive discussing leadership from a true biblical perspective. Today a "Sowing the Seed" workshop gave me a fresh view about developing ministry partners. What I am doing just because it's what God has led me to do, was confirmed, and I now have practical ideas about how to continue.
Tullian Tchividjian (I've learned to pronounce his last name, and it rhymes with religion.") spoke this morning. That alone was worth the price of admission. You may want to pick up a copy of his newest book, (Surprised by Grace) if you often wonder just how much is enough to seal the deal with The Lord to get His blessing.
So, that part's been good. Even had some bad weather I was not at all prepared for blow in this evening. I enjoyed getting dinner to bring back to my room where I cranked up the heat and stayed in to relax.
But, speaking of food this is where I've encountered my biggest challenge. Nothing unusual about this for events such as these, but each time I get frustrated and ask myself why I keep getting into situations I know are going to be a problem.
Every meal I've ordered has been a hassle. And, I've had a couple of things I thought were safe--but judging some the response of my gut and the sores in the corners of my mouth, I've gotten gluten in some form. Last night I ordered one of the few things on the menu that was one of the least expensive choices, but which I was relatively certain would be safe. My bill was over $30---just for ONE person. Oh, and that was just an entree. No soup, salad or appetizer.
I've been eating breakfast in my room which has cost me $10 a day extra for the refrigerator. At least I know it's safe.
Today, I discovered a salad at the little deli on the resort campus that is safe and good, I had that for both lunch and dinner. Though I hate not having variety, it's have more frustration as I try to find something else I can eat, or just eat it and be glad. At the moment my nose is twitching rabbit-like from all the greens.
What I'd most like to point out is the difficulty for me to do something that the majority of our population take for granted. My experience here this week makes me desire even that much more for NAET treatments to be successful. I am weary of this constant frustration and limitation!!! There is probably no other treatment to try to clear up this problem. That, in itself is HARD.
Think of your most favorite wheat product. This exercise doesn't include barley and rye. Let's just stick with the one grain I CANNOT eat in ANY form. What is your choice? Pasta? Homemade bread/rolls? Flour tortillas? Croutons on your salad or your French Onion soup? How about something Asian? Good luck finding mainstream Asian food (Chinese, Japanese, Thai) without gluten.
Do you get it? Do you understand how hard it is for me when people tell me I can go to a pizza place and have salad (Oh Lord! Not another salad!). Or, Panda Express because they have rice and steamed veggies. Not another vegetable plate! YES-it's only food and that's the impression I get from folks. "Oh, come one. You can find SOMETHING there, can't you? After all they do have a stalk of celery you can chew on while we eat our Orange Chicken." I can't help but wonder if the shoe were on the other foot?????
Or maybe this is just way too important to me, and I should just quit whining and suck it up. After all there are people in this world who'd love to have just a simple bowl of rice with our without vegetables. I may be super-sensitive, but it's still no fun, and I can talk myself into it being OK all the time.
Saturday, April 17, 2010
I like progress
Well, who doesn't?
I am feeling much better this week. Last week my rear was dragging and I had trouble sleeping as I had not since I first began treatments in February. Wow! It's been nearly two months since I set out on this journey. Personally, I believe I have made good progress.
No, I haven't been able to eat gluten yet, but I think we all know the value of a good night's sleep. In addition, I continue to have more energy and an overall more positive frame of mine. Events don't produce feelings of stress and anxiety.
Except for last week before I retested for sugar. The week between the tests caused some alarm. I was fearful the golden days were over and I was right back where I began.
When I researched NAET and spoke to people what I had in mind was primarily gaining freedom from a gluten free diet. I didn't think much beyond the day I would not have to spend a fortune on gluten free food and would not need to take my own food.
The unexpected perks are worth it. I hope that if you are thinking about trying NAET for your problem, you will try it. The possibility exists that NAET may not resolve my gluten problem. Even so I can say so far it's still been worth the money, time and the hassle with the avoidance periods after a treatment.There is really no down side as far as I can tell.
I am feeling much better this week. Last week my rear was dragging and I had trouble sleeping as I had not since I first began treatments in February. Wow! It's been nearly two months since I set out on this journey. Personally, I believe I have made good progress.
No, I haven't been able to eat gluten yet, but I think we all know the value of a good night's sleep. In addition, I continue to have more energy and an overall more positive frame of mine. Events don't produce feelings of stress and anxiety.
Except for last week before I retested for sugar. The week between the tests caused some alarm. I was fearful the golden days were over and I was right back where I began.
When I researched NAET and spoke to people what I had in mind was primarily gaining freedom from a gluten free diet. I didn't think much beyond the day I would not have to spend a fortune on gluten free food and would not need to take my own food.
The unexpected perks are worth it. I hope that if you are thinking about trying NAET for your problem, you will try it. The possibility exists that NAET may not resolve my gluten problem. Even so I can say so far it's still been worth the money, time and the hassle with the avoidance periods after a treatment.There is really no down side as far as I can tell.
Wednesday, April 14, 2010
Sugar! Sugar! Honey! Honey!
I had a treatment today. I was prepared for iron, but did not fully clear sugar.
The test I had at the first session indicates maple sugar is a problem to me. I don't know if that has anything to do with not clearing. Pamala thinks this might be the case.
As I mentioned in one of my earlier entries over the past week, I have felt VERY tired this week, and for the first time since I began treatments, had several nights when I didn't sleep well. I shared this with Pamala at the beginning of my session today. She said she knew the reason, but would not talk to me about it until after the initial test to check for clearance. Based on her experience and training, she was not surprised I didn't clear with a wide margin.
Muscle testing is done to determine whether the patient "clears" or does not "clear." I cleared about 80%. Not good enough for me, so I elected to redo sugar.
The reasons are:
1. I want to eliminate "sweets" being a problem for me. I eat way too much junk, and like most people I find myself eating something sweet without being totally intentional about it. If it's there and gluten free (a prerequisite at this point)it goes in my mouth. I am concerned that if this treatment is successful and I can once more eat regular food, I will pack on the pounds. I began the serious comfort food habit after I was diagnosed with Celiac Disease in June 2007. (WOW! Has it been that long?) On the other hand it seems like a life time. YOU try passing up every loaf of fresh baked bread, glazed donut, sandwich, croissant. It's like I knew and loved them all in another lifetime or a dream, and I want to go there again.
2. I want my system to be at peak performance when I am treated for grains (now scheduled for May 19).
I'm disappointed to think of adding another week, but it's better to be realistic.
I am hoping I will have a better week: I will have a better response and the fatigue and trouble settling down to sleep will be resolved.
Check back for an update in the next day or so.
The test I had at the first session indicates maple sugar is a problem to me. I don't know if that has anything to do with not clearing. Pamala thinks this might be the case.
As I mentioned in one of my earlier entries over the past week, I have felt VERY tired this week, and for the first time since I began treatments, had several nights when I didn't sleep well. I shared this with Pamala at the beginning of my session today. She said she knew the reason, but would not talk to me about it until after the initial test to check for clearance. Based on her experience and training, she was not surprised I didn't clear with a wide margin.
Muscle testing is done to determine whether the patient "clears" or does not "clear." I cleared about 80%. Not good enough for me, so I elected to redo sugar.
The reasons are:
1. I want to eliminate "sweets" being a problem for me. I eat way too much junk, and like most people I find myself eating something sweet without being totally intentional about it. If it's there and gluten free (a prerequisite at this point)it goes in my mouth. I am concerned that if this treatment is successful and I can once more eat regular food, I will pack on the pounds. I began the serious comfort food habit after I was diagnosed with Celiac Disease in June 2007. (WOW! Has it been that long?) On the other hand it seems like a life time. YOU try passing up every loaf of fresh baked bread, glazed donut, sandwich, croissant. It's like I knew and loved them all in another lifetime or a dream, and I want to go there again.
2. I want my system to be at peak performance when I am treated for grains (now scheduled for May 19).
I'm disappointed to think of adding another week, but it's better to be realistic.
I am hoping I will have a better week: I will have a better response and the fatigue and trouble settling down to sleep will be resolved.
Check back for an update in the next day or so.
Monday, April 12, 2010
Monday morning...
The weekend was gone all too quickly. Friday night and Saturday my granddaughter was with me. This time I hadn't had any time off and, Boy, what a difference!
I spent the rest of the weekend feeling like I needed to catch up. I don't know if having a constantly moving and talking 4-year-old is the reason, but this past weekend I did feel more tired than I have in a long time. Typically, I've felt good enough to get a lot done and still have some fun. By the time I got home from lunch with a friend I was wiped out. Even though I took an hour long nap I didn't make it to Bible study or anywhere else. This is unusual, and I'm certainly wondering why I all of a sudden feel as if I've hit a wall. THUD! CRASH!
I could gladly still be in bed sleeping. I've had some congestion issues and a raw throat. Nothing to make me feel "sick"--just some noticeable problems. Perhaps some kind of virus is at work and my body is attempting to fight it off.
Since I worked yesterday, I'd like to not go in today, but I've got a board meeting scheduled. Not a good idea to be a "no-show" for that.
I had a busy schedule last week and so wasn't as consistent about exercise as I had hoped I'd be. Probably one reason for being tired. LOTS of activity, but no real rejuvenation.
Treatment this week (If I cleared sugar) is iron. The diet part is not so severe, but I will need to forgo coffee (and any form of tea) for 25 hours! ARGH!!!!!!!!!!!
I am not looking forward to that.
I spent the rest of the weekend feeling like I needed to catch up. I don't know if having a constantly moving and talking 4-year-old is the reason, but this past weekend I did feel more tired than I have in a long time. Typically, I've felt good enough to get a lot done and still have some fun. By the time I got home from lunch with a friend I was wiped out. Even though I took an hour long nap I didn't make it to Bible study or anywhere else. This is unusual, and I'm certainly wondering why I all of a sudden feel as if I've hit a wall. THUD! CRASH!
I could gladly still be in bed sleeping. I've had some congestion issues and a raw throat. Nothing to make me feel "sick"--just some noticeable problems. Perhaps some kind of virus is at work and my body is attempting to fight it off.
Since I worked yesterday, I'd like to not go in today, but I've got a board meeting scheduled. Not a good idea to be a "no-show" for that.
I had a busy schedule last week and so wasn't as consistent about exercise as I had hoped I'd be. Probably one reason for being tired. LOTS of activity, but no real rejuvenation.
Treatment this week (If I cleared sugar) is iron. The diet part is not so severe, but I will need to forgo coffee (and any form of tea) for 25 hours! ARGH!!!!!!!!!!!
I am not looking forward to that.
Wednesday, April 7, 2010
Onward and upward
Cleared Vitamin B and treated for sugar today. NOTHING with any kind of sugar for 25 hours! That will be around 5 PM tomorrow. Piece of cake! HA HA HA!
Feeling good. Didn't sleep worth a darn last night, but still feel GREAT today. Lots of energy at work. Ran errands in the afternoon before my treatment. Had dinner (scrambled eggs with onion, turkey and avocado) and worked in the yard a little doing some much-needed weeding.
The yard is beautiful. Come see it if you want. Everything, including all the roses is in full bloom. My lilac looks like it's about ready!!
Any questions? Feel free to ask.
Feeling good. Didn't sleep worth a darn last night, but still feel GREAT today. Lots of energy at work. Ran errands in the afternoon before my treatment. Had dinner (scrambled eggs with onion, turkey and avocado) and worked in the yard a little doing some much-needed weeding.
The yard is beautiful. Come see it if you want. Everything, including all the roses is in full bloom. My lilac looks like it's about ready!!
Any questions? Feel free to ask.
Tuesday, April 6, 2010
Looking forward to tomorrow...
Well, actually I look forward to every day. Unless I'm having a colonoscopy or something. LOL!
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If I clear Vitamin B the treatment dujour will be sugar--just about all forms and varieties. Maple sugar is one on my initial list of foods with which I have issues. It will be good to clear that one out of the way. Also, there is a lot of "sugar" in grains. Another reason to get that one out of the way. This is the reason why treatments are done in a certain order. It is meant to build a foundation of sorts for health. Often the "offender" isn't directly responsible for the problem. The more things I can get cleared up (esp Vitamin B and other substances in grain) the stronger and more balanced I will be for the grain treatment.
Still feeling very well and generally sleeping well. I like it!
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If I clear Vitamin B the treatment dujour will be sugar--just about all forms and varieties. Maple sugar is one on my initial list of foods with which I have issues. It will be good to clear that one out of the way. Also, there is a lot of "sugar" in grains. Another reason to get that one out of the way. This is the reason why treatments are done in a certain order. It is meant to build a foundation of sorts for health. Often the "offender" isn't directly responsible for the problem. The more things I can get cleared up (esp Vitamin B and other substances in grain) the stronger and more balanced I will be for the grain treatment.
Still feeling very well and generally sleeping well. I like it!
Monday, April 5, 2010
Moving right along...
It's been nearly a week since my last treatment. I've been off work since March 26th, so things have gotten away from me. Nice to not have to think "what day is this?"
Just a few things I'd like to mention in this post. I had a couple of nights the past week or so when I didn't sleep as well as I have since I began treatments. Also, a little more trouble with Restless leg syndrome, and I wonder what that is all about. I also needed to take one antacid this past week.
I've noted no decreased stress tolerance and still have the sense of well-being I've experienced.
One area where I have not seen much difference is in my desire to graze especially in the evenings. I've been trying to stick to popcorn, but not always successful in my attempt.
Up until about a year ago I spent 30 minutes each morning on the gazelle glider. I've gotten completely out of condition and out of the habit of just doing the exercise. It shows in how I feel and how I look. YUCK!
This morning I began again and plan to choose to do it each morning to get in better physical condition. I do some floor exercises, but not much. Stamina and strength has suffered.
Maybe knowing that I will need to report back will keep me consistent. I hope so anyway.
Treatment for sugar coming up on Wednesday providing I clear Vit B. Sugar is restrictive, but not nearly as much as the past couple of weeks.
Absolutely looking forward to May 12th!
Just a few things I'd like to mention in this post. I had a couple of nights the past week or so when I didn't sleep as well as I have since I began treatments. Also, a little more trouble with Restless leg syndrome, and I wonder what that is all about. I also needed to take one antacid this past week.
I've noted no decreased stress tolerance and still have the sense of well-being I've experienced.
One area where I have not seen much difference is in my desire to graze especially in the evenings. I've been trying to stick to popcorn, but not always successful in my attempt.
Up until about a year ago I spent 30 minutes each morning on the gazelle glider. I've gotten completely out of condition and out of the habit of just doing the exercise. It shows in how I feel and how I look. YUCK!
This morning I began again and plan to choose to do it each morning to get in better physical condition. I do some floor exercises, but not much. Stamina and strength has suffered.
Maybe knowing that I will need to report back will keep me consistent. I hope so anyway.
Treatment for sugar coming up on Wednesday providing I clear Vit B. Sugar is restrictive, but not nearly as much as the past couple of weeks.
Absolutely looking forward to May 12th!
Thursday, April 1, 2010
After 25 hours
Glad to report I cleared Vitamin C and was treated for Vitamin B (Etc) yesterday.
For the last 25 hours I've eaten only white rice, white fish, potato chips, diet coke and black coffee. That's it. It's really not so bad especially for the results I've experienced already. And, for that which I am praying will come by the end of the 15 treatment series.
Slept deeply and well last night. Woke refreshed though not really looking forward to a breakfast of white rice.
Did some "spring cleaning" today (LOTS of energy) and just finished a so-so dinner of steak, red potatoes and corn salad. I eat meat, but more and more I find it doesn't appeal to me. At least not just a plain old piece of steak. I prefer my meat (any kind including fish, chicken, pork) prepared with different seasonings, sauces and cooked in various ways. I tend to pick at dinner which most of the time does not even sound good, and then snack a lot. (Hear the unhealthy habit alarm sounding.)
I use the little "pressure point" stimulator several times a day. See an earlier post about the ten points and the purpose. I've found that I can avoid taking medication for a headache by massaging the 10 pressure points. I've learned by research and asking questions that this technique also helps to clear energy congestion (think of a blocked artery) that might cause a treatment to not take. So, I have gotten in the habit of using this massage in hopes it will increase energy flow and encourage results. Pamala tells me this is also a good mood elevator. I haven't tried that yet. It sure beats drugs.
I know the whole "energy flow," etc. does sound nutty. But, I believe that science is Biblical and what The Bible (whose author is Creator God)teaches about science are mutually inclusive. Again, just because it's eastern medicine in theory does NOT mean it isn't true.
Next treatment is sugar. I am praying this will help me to be more successful to turn down desserts and snacks that just taste good and sit right on my waist and hips.
By the way, the countdown has begun. Providing I clear each treatment as scheduled, the grain treatment will fall on Wednesday, May 12. I look forward to it. What seemed like such a L-O-N-G journey when I began has since picked up momentum for me. Probably because I just plain feel so much better.
It actually is impossible for me to adequately explain the sense of rest, calm, peace and a kind of effervescence I feel since I've begun the NAET treatments. It may sound weird, but the reality is that we KNOW no one can think or wish herself into feeling this good for a period of several weeks. I have felt good even when dealing with some hard personal issues, a busy schedule and stressful conditions associated with my job.
Another benefit that continues: I haven't needed an antacid in WEEKS. I used to take 2-3 a day.
Thanks for reading. I'll keep you posted.
For the last 25 hours I've eaten only white rice, white fish, potato chips, diet coke and black coffee. That's it. It's really not so bad especially for the results I've experienced already. And, for that which I am praying will come by the end of the 15 treatment series.
Slept deeply and well last night. Woke refreshed though not really looking forward to a breakfast of white rice.
Did some "spring cleaning" today (LOTS of energy) and just finished a so-so dinner of steak, red potatoes and corn salad. I eat meat, but more and more I find it doesn't appeal to me. At least not just a plain old piece of steak. I prefer my meat (any kind including fish, chicken, pork) prepared with different seasonings, sauces and cooked in various ways. I tend to pick at dinner which most of the time does not even sound good, and then snack a lot. (Hear the unhealthy habit alarm sounding.)
I use the little "pressure point" stimulator several times a day. See an earlier post about the ten points and the purpose. I've found that I can avoid taking medication for a headache by massaging the 10 pressure points. I've learned by research and asking questions that this technique also helps to clear energy congestion (think of a blocked artery) that might cause a treatment to not take. So, I have gotten in the habit of using this massage in hopes it will increase energy flow and encourage results. Pamala tells me this is also a good mood elevator. I haven't tried that yet. It sure beats drugs.
I know the whole "energy flow," etc. does sound nutty. But, I believe that science is Biblical and what The Bible (whose author is Creator God)teaches about science are mutually inclusive. Again, just because it's eastern medicine in theory does NOT mean it isn't true.
Next treatment is sugar. I am praying this will help me to be more successful to turn down desserts and snacks that just taste good and sit right on my waist and hips.
By the way, the countdown has begun. Providing I clear each treatment as scheduled, the grain treatment will fall on Wednesday, May 12. I look forward to it. What seemed like such a L-O-N-G journey when I began has since picked up momentum for me. Probably because I just plain feel so much better.
It actually is impossible for me to adequately explain the sense of rest, calm, peace and a kind of effervescence I feel since I've begun the NAET treatments. It may sound weird, but the reality is that we KNOW no one can think or wish herself into feeling this good for a period of several weeks. I have felt good even when dealing with some hard personal issues, a busy schedule and stressful conditions associated with my job.
Another benefit that continues: I haven't needed an antacid in WEEKS. I used to take 2-3 a day.
Thanks for reading. I'll keep you posted.
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