Hey, Soli! I am a very skilled meditator (ex-Zen nun). Were you anxious and depressed even before Prednisone? My anxiety was one of the first symptoms I noticed and it came before my first flare. I...
That's horrible! Obviously the left hand doesn't know what the right is doing. Gotta watch them like a hawk! Sounds like you're doing a good job. Insist they contact your M.D. or specialist with...
Good for you Jesicaa, plant-based diets rock! I'm especially fond of McDougall these days as he sticks by his guns and can't be bought. He is firmly on the side of very low fat, and only plant based...
I believe starches are the way to go, especially potatoes and sweet potatoes. Have you ever visited McDougall's "Starch Solution"? He emphasizes carbs over fat and protein and has saved many from all...
My diagnosis of hypothyroid was made after I came in with symptoms of IBD, they were practically simultaneous. Once I was stable with medications my MD and I worked on the thyroid issue, but I could...
I was vegan before and during my first major flare. I quickly went back to vegetarian because I lost so much weight. Though in actuality you can get all the iron and protein from plant based foods....
Ahh, yes, me too. Quit smoking at 61, in first full flare less than 6 months later. I was able to quit only with the help of e-cig. Which did NOT alleviate symptoms (so I don't believe it's the...
No, you can use whey instead! Not the dry stuff, the strained liquid of organic plain yogurt. What's cool about it is after you've strained out the whey, your left with a yogurt cheese that tastes...
There can be liver damage with normal LFTs. My liver tests recently went quite high after I was prescribed a statin. I felt awful, especially after eating (digesting). If you would tell us what...
How is your blood pressure?...
Arizona, I agree with the advice to see your MD about your depression. Serotonin is produced in your colon--if your colon is diseased your serotonin production is lowered. That's why they originally...
Conures are beautiful also, thanks Sherry. But far too long lived--there is a shelter in NW Washington that keeps older birds, maybe I will contact them and see if they have a companion for me....
If I understand you correctly you are tapering after only 4 days on Pred? That's WAY too soon. You should have a 40 mg dose for (at least) 7-10 days. I did a much slower taper after reading this...
OMG they are so smart! And funny! I did a quick search for one within 50 miles and none were available. I definitely want a rescue and will continue to search. I know they live long and that's...
I love the poop ninja siggie too. I am more and more intrigued by parrotlets....
Wow this time of year you can go to Farmer's Market and buy small cukes that are perfect for fermenting along with fresh dill and peppers. Just remember to add oak or grape leaves to get a crisp...
I can't eat raw cabbage but do okay with cooked or fermented. I swear by the beet kvass, it is a blood tonic, liver cleanser, digestive aid and possible anti cancer agent. I make mine with 2 organic...
I think that they did an endo to rule out CD, MzShyane you need to appeal the "medically unnecessary" finding. I'm sure your M.D. will help you with that. Sorry for the mess you're in, take care....
Why again did two refuse a colonoscope? Did the GIs do other testing that determined you did not have IBD?? Did they at least do a flex sig to look at your hemmies? Did they even have your family...
I don't understand the bit about yogurt first thing in the a.m. with left over rice every night. Are you saying yogurt in the a.m. with left over rice or rice every night yogurt in the a.m.? I had...
I think this is spam for Garden of Life. Or Abe does not have UC. I know many people have success with diet modification. Other than low residue while flaring I have found no link between diet and UC...
I've been having moderate success with a fermented beet kvass. I ferment with whey these days as I need to be low sodium. If you can borrow a copy from the library "Wild Fermentation" by Sandor Katz,...
I'm in the north west USA Seattle to be exact and we have notorious blight fungus of all kinds here. What helps for me: #1 Make sure no potatoes are planted close to the tomatoes #2 Plant rather late...
"report back" do you mean from your GI or from the pathology lab?? The pathology report is the one to pay attention to. If you don't have a copy, get one from your G.I....
Passing whole Asacol pills has been commonly reported in this forum. I was forced to switch from Lialda to Asacol recently. On Lialda I had no problems with pills passing undissolved. Sometimes I...
Hi Joma: my symptoms usually recede as follows 1) less frequency 2) less urgency 3) less mucous 4) less blood 5) more bulk I always use slippery elm bark powder at the first sign of a flare. Best....
Hi I had huge anxiety attacks/depression even on a short course of Pred, but my doc suggested 95% of serotonin is produced in the colon and there's vast literature indicating a tie between IBD and...
Feeling better than I have in six years! Changed insurance again and am back on Lialda, poop is normalizing again YES. The anti depressant made a huge difference--I'm back in the garden and...
I agree with all of the above regarding Pred. I also second the low dose melatonin--I believe at that dose, you will not be stimulating your immune system, plus it's far more effective. Dose...
This is a very old post and IT MAKES ME JEALOUS gah, still can't eat raw veggies, even baby spinach tears me up. Yesterday I caved in for some fresh spring rolls with carrots, cucumber, lettuce, etc....
I miss Guardian7. As to the OT portion of the thread, the most promising alternative treatments are all covered in the Resources sticky. Best...
Please see this thread from last summer: http://www.healingwell.com/community/default.aspx?f=38&m=3442701 ...
Hi BMW! I am also a former smoker who developed UC after quitting. There have been many discussions on this forum on this subject. Use the little custom search button on the top right and you can...
Hello and I understand. I have been in a simmering flare for a number of months, previously--before diagnosis at least a full year of pain, blood and mucous with urgency. My mental/emotional state...
If your new Rheumatologist is true to his mini-bio, I don't think you will have any problem. He will immediately realize how well informed you are and not force his opinion on you. Just go easy on...
Oh please Kat, it's not you! Prednisone messes up your adrenal glands and cortisol production which can directly lead to psychological symptoms. On top of that anyone with IBD has reduced production...
Hi and thank you for helping your Mom! I'm not sure why no one has responded except that your mother's issues sound quite complex. There is quite a bit of information in the Resource Section at the...
Ummm. If you're eating disintegrated animal bones I think you need to take "vegan" out of your profile signature, Nat. Just sayin'. Collagen and gelatin can also be marine or plant-based. I'll steer...
Here is an informative article on intermittent fasting: http://chriskresser.com/could-you-benefit-from-intermittent-fasting/ There are many benefits. I personally have found a daily routine of not...
Dikid you have legitimate concerns which need addressing. Do not be afraid to ask your questions. You deserve full attention from your providers. That being said, I second what iPoop has to say about...
YAY you go girl!!! You were so ill for soooo long!! Wonderful news....
Except for the screeching and hanging upside down they sound pretty similar to my Spooky bunny. I will definitely look into it. Rabbits are physically a challenge--high maintenance and constant...
So. I'll have to post my pocket rabbit to the cloud to share somehow. Agree it would be fun to have a pet topic. Rabbits actually rescued me first! They just showed up one day, abandoned meat...
Very beautiful Cats!!! Had to take a peek at Harrison Ford too :tongue: I have been rescuing rabbits as my home companions for many years. I'm getting old now so I am down to one poor widow Spooky....
OOps I meant "flair" the pun was unintentional. :D...
You do have an ironic sense of humor! With all your illnesses and considering your signature, it's totally understandable--at least you can laugh. You have a flare for story lines. Are you a...
I also use Perrigo, and never get all of it out of the bottle. Normal....
I often had low back pain while flaring but I have a number of back issues. Welcome! Hope everything goes well for you....
LOL I meant west but I was just coming to after entering a cosmic space. I don't see you eating tofu anytime soon cowboy! :D...
Thanks Joan. Studly I'll see you at the next truck stop restaurant off I-90 headed east towards an enlightened Seattle. And it won't be eggplant....