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astroman
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3/22/2014 3:54 PM
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Anti-gliadin IgA (gluten?)

The effects of gluten can be quite hidden from the outside. My ten year old thyroid nodule/tumor dissolved in six months per ultra sound proof after going gluten free. One elevated thyroid anti-body...

4/15/2021 1:42 PM

Lyme Disease
Solomon’s Seal...

Ive been "dropping" this tincture on topically over surface problem tendon areas. I feel a tension relief (back to normal feel) instantly on my ankle and shin tendons, but it only lasts an hour. Its...

4/13/2021 9:49 AM

Lyme Disease
Anti-gliadin IgA (gluten?)

"Then there's gluten sensitivity (cytokine release into blood) which is different than gluten intolerance (celiac). Mediator Response Test by Leap tests this and other foods common to your county or...

4/12/2021 8:58 AM

Lyme Disease
Intense Sleepiness After Meals

MA10 - I tried reading through this entire comment section but I did not see if you are actually testing your blood sugar. It’s one thing to assume by other symptoms it’s another to actually get a...

4/11/2021 3:27 PM

Lyme Disease
Anxiety - some tips for relief

In my case, things that help for the long-term were exercise and wilderness, or best yet, exercise IN wilderness followed by some couch time. I have some natural areas close by but I couldn't really...

4/10/2021 9:56 PM

Lyme Disease
Solomon’s Seal...

Girlie- - the comments section mentions even using the ticture topically > https://commonwealthherbs.com/solomons-seal-beyond-sprained-ankles/ And I see the oil is available too >...

4/7/2021 10:01 AM

Lyme Disease
Severe sleep issues

In addition to past roller coaster thyroid levels, I also had high AM and late PM (midnight) cortisol as confirmed by several types of tests, conventional and non conventional. Was low in afternoon...

4/7/2021 8:36 AM

Lyme Disease
Solomon’s Seal...

Ahaa.......1:3 which is stronger that what I picked up. EDIT: Elk Mnt Herbs ratio says 1:5 root and distilled water, then 40% alcohol added. Just doing 7 drops x three times a day for starters last...

4/6/2021 1:13 PM

Lyme Disease
Severe sleep issues

Well, thats my point, not many Drs are that well versed on thyroid issues....yet might think they are. Their schooling on this is actually inadequate and somewhat hurried through as if its not that...

4/5/2021 11:24 PM

Lyme Disease
Severe sleep issues

You mentioned stress. . Some of us just cant have that. Identify the cause. Its not always possible to eliminate it. So we need to change what we can, and modify our reaction, viewpoint, or "take" on...

4/5/2021 8:51 PM

Lyme Disease
Solomon’s Seal...

Sandy- how many drops a time X how many times a day? Mine says 1 to 2 droppers three times a day. Droppers and one drop or two different things LOL that sounds like a lot...

4/4/2021 10:15 AM

Lyme Disease
Solomon’s Seal...

Its native to the Great Lakes area and just figured out its in my backyard shrub and fence line. A bulbous root with hanging flowers turning to blue berries in late season, ......all poisonous...

3/31/2021 11:20 AM

Lyme Disease
Solomon’s Seal...

per the link: "Without doubt, Solomon's Seal is the most useful remedy I know of for treating injuries to the musculoskeletal system. I've used it to treat broken bones, sprains, injured tendons and...

3/31/2021 8:43 AM

Lyme Disease
Solomon’s Seal...

Thanks for posting, Ive never heard of this one before(!) I say this as the mnt bike season has had an early transition from snow-fat biking (much more cardio and gentle balance) to more aggressive...

3/30/2021 12:22 PM

Lyme Disease
Burned out

Your post is obviously not just about tick infection, but life itself. When were young we tend to brush off what older people say, even though we know they have lived and endured and usually have...

3/30/2021 10:47 AM

Lyme Disease
Frequent acute illnesses - sign of recovery?

Not having typical cold/respiratory symptoms is an oddity which has been discussed here. . Even after being in remission, BUT with what looks to be permanent low immune #'s, I still don't get nasty...

3/29/2021 8:54 AM

Lyme Disease
An episode of acute abdominal pain

I don't know. I also am not on antibiotics (if that's what you meant?), just herbs.[/quote] Oops, I spaced out on that!........tetra was a limited time. Its prob still a good idea to do occasional...

3/29/2021 8:42 AM

Lyme Disease
An episode of acute abdominal pain

Well hard-core antibiotics aren’t good for anybody but that’s what most of us did or are doing. So that said what is your liver ALT and AST? It should be looked at every few months on anabiotic’s of...

3/28/2021 6:54 PM

Lyme Disease
Huge breakthrough around digital minimalism

I’m only on faceBook For just a couple of interest groups and I don’t use it for socializing , I’m not connected to people on it, It’s too much of a time sucker. I figure if something important is...

3/28/2021 9:27 AM

Lyme Disease
Healing Gut After ABX

Yep ....Candida or other yeasts are trying to control the game after the war...........so give them as little support as possible. No added sugar, limit fruits and carbs.............zero pasta...

3/26/2021 2:22 PM

Lyme Disease
Low Testosterone

Based on conventional medical tests, morning cortisol at 11 is right in the middle of the range....if i remember...?...

3/26/2021 2:18 PM

Lyme Disease
Low Testosterone

No answer for you but......... Ahha.... Yep, hormones can make a difference. When my thyroid was a total mess and really hypo, one lady Dr said lets do three Testosterone tests as well. All three...

3/26/2021 10:37 AM

Lyme Disease
Healing Gut After ABX

A few "coaching words" from experience: Ive done this.....cant really speed it up much, it takes time and is an on going project. Your gut literally is everything. Food is for nourishment, not...

3/26/2021 9:43 AM

Lyme Disease
capsaicin and nerve pain

Ditto a girlie said, ......it’s in Hylands pain cream . Weird...

3/25/2021 7:10 PM

Lyme Disease
My immune deficiency (low IgG, IgA) after lyme seems to be affecting oral health

Another health food store had a full line of xylitol oral products. They didn’t have the raw powdered sweetener though in the sweetener section. I got the spry xylitol oral rinse, and trials of gum...

3/25/2021 6:29 PM

Lyme Disease
My immune deficiency (low IgG, IgA) after lyme seems to be affecting oral health

Lots of links to go thru tonight! No deviated septum that im aware of. I had no cavities in my "40's decade"..........two crowns from molar splits though (not cavities). I found my old velcro/...

3/25/2021 8:01 AM

Lyme Disease
My immune deficiency (low IgG, IgA) after lyme seems to be affecting oral health

Thanks for the suggestions so far, And I welcome any other ideas. It’s amazing what you can learn here versus conventional healthcare. I naturally assumed my teeth would be near perfect my whole life...

3/24/2021 7:30 PM

Lyme Disease
My immune deficiency (low IgG, IgA) after lyme seems to be affecting oral health

xylitol gum was suggested, as it kills bacteria. they Didnt mention a liquid form (?). Never been a gum chewer, but seems like a good idea. Other sugar free gums are a no no, they are just as acidic...

3/24/2021 9:45 AM

Lyme Disease
My immune deficiency (low IgG, IgA) after lyme seems to be affecting oral health

Conventional dentistry says they is no cure for receding gum lines and your teeth will fail to cavities there, eventually. New procedure : Chao Pinhole® Surgical Technique, is not gum grafting (which...

3/24/2021 9:43 AM

Lyme Disease
My immune deficiency (low IgG, IgA) after lyme seems to be affecting oral health

Mother had sinus "stuffyness" too. Good points on mold. No mold in my home or water leaks, I inspect the attic and understand/have home construction skills/schooling. Live in the below zero north, so...

3/24/2021 8:13 AM

Lyme Disease
My immune deficiency (low IgG, IgA) after lyme seems to be affecting oral health

Bummed cause I had great teeth till 4 years ago. Four things contributing to my molar cavities.: #1 Immuno deficiency Per last December: IgA total is 55 (range 90-386) IgG total is 553 (range...

3/24/2021 7:01 AM

Lyme Disease
My immune deficiency (low IgG, IgA) after lyme seems to be affecting oral health

Update: I posted about cavities under teeth crowns a few weeks ago. Found out thats what happened, and might need my first root canal there. **Also have new cavities since my last September 2020...

3/23/2021 11:57 PM

Lyme Disease
Finally have an answer...

dcd- youve had short term relief from various different ideas the last year or so. Any idea why they were all short term? How is it that they all helped but only for a short time - whats the relation...

3/23/2021 10:02 AM

Lyme Disease
Is it Lyme gastrointestinal issues or is my gut microbial system wrecked from antibiotics??

H Pylori can also result in GERD as a major symptom. Thankfully there is a simple test for HP as well. ----------------------------- Thing is no one can guess on gut issues, and just treat on...

3/23/2021 9:58 AM

Lyme Disease
DNA testing??

There is 23andMe, which uses "genotyping, not sequencing, to analyze your DNA. Sequencing technology has not yet progressed to the point where it is feasible to sequence an entire person's genome...

3/23/2021 8:07 AM

Lyme Disease
Is it Lyme gastrointestinal issues or is my gut microbial system wrecked from antibiotics??

"severe bloating and pain in the upper portion of my stomach" Gut Candida Albicans or other yeast overgrowth. You feel this more in the stomach and it will / can go up the esophegous too. Instant...

3/22/2021 9:00 AM

Lyme Disease
Resilience?

I should add I am way better than I was 5 to 10 years ago and grateful for that even though I’m not so sure what it’s like to be completely normal. Better is still better. Having a decent boss at...

3/20/2021 4:44 PM

Lyme Disease
Resilience?

Girlie I understand what you’re saying and asking 100%. As you probably know I like to say im 90% healed on a good day. 5-6 years ago when this forum was a lot busier, 90% healed was pretty common....

3/20/2021 2:39 PM

Lyme Disease
Money to Pay for Treatments

Walking by faith and green beans - , In my deepest a bit of lime and cognitive in ability, I’llhad a two day test , About six hours the first day in three or four the next day, does sound very...

3/20/2021 2:02 PM

Lyme Disease
Money to Pay for Treatments

Well there’s been plenty of discussions on SIBO and candida the easiest thing to do with those is eat accordingly. You can eat accordingly AND not go broke but it will be very bland tasting and of...

3/19/2021 5:55 PM

Lyme Disease
Money to Pay for Treatments

Wasn’t there s lyme foundation of sorts that has financially helped those in need? Asking for donations prob isn’t for everyone, but what about “go fund me” page/site? If it’s for more common...

3/19/2021 1:56 PM

Lyme Disease
Money to Pay for Treatments

Ha ha,...........but it would be interesting to know just how many people will actually do just that. Hopefully the winners will be people who really need $. Ive never heard of any loto winners...

3/19/2021 11:14 AM

Lyme Disease
Money to Pay for Treatments

Dude- I’m thankful for not having migraines. I know someone who gets them, nothing seems to work. I’d get neck muscle tension spasms pulling on my head in the evening but learned how to make them go...

3/19/2021 8:21 AM

Lyme Disease
Nootropics Suggestions/Experiences?

Then compare that to the five dollar (6-7?) chemical , Caffeine and calorie loaded latte at Starbucks that some Americans splurge on several times a week or more. In that case the Red Bull is prob...

3/18/2021 10:32 PM

Lyme Disease
Vaccine influences our Lyme disease - More countries suspend AstraZeneca vaccinations

I can’t imagine wearing a mask all the time I don’t live in a big city so I never wear a mask outside unless I’m talking to people within 6 feet outside. Other than that, I mask up in public...

3/18/2021 9:29 PM

Lyme Disease
Money to Pay for Treatments

Walking by faith- you really have to do your homework to save money with this and sometimes you need to drive further than what you want. I had three beater vehicles at one point from 15 to 26 years...

3/18/2021 9:09 PM

Lyme Disease
Money to Pay for Treatments

Dude- crossing my fingers some financial miracle happens for you....

3/18/2021 8:34 PM

Lyme Disease
Lyme insomnia

Nate - as others mentioned insomnia is unfortunately pretty common . I was a walking zombie for years and took 15 min power naps wherever and whenever I could. Even just relaxing with eyes closed for...

3/18/2021 8:28 PM

Lyme Disease
Nootropics Suggestions/Experiences?

FYI I read about the ingredients of different energy drinks a few years ago quite a few consist of Very high sugar and very high caffeine. This is where Red Bull is different. It actually has less...

3/18/2021 8:09 PM

Lyme Disease
Nootropics Suggestions/Experiences?

I can relate. All those inner company "programs" bigger corporations have really are a lot of hot air and waste of time for the employees and the company. Not to mention the brain washing "culture"...

3/18/2021 4:06 PM

Lyme Disease
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