Can anyone please tell me exactly what are hgh supplements? I haven't the foggiest clue as to what this is supposed to do for your body. I have read that athletes will use it to boost their performance levels (legally) and that certain people have used it to fight aging. So is it like a steroid product or an anti aging product? And what is with all these "supplements" to begin with? Every time I hit the interweb intending to look up what certain vitamins do for your body I am always amazed at all the different pills out there for everything. Has America become a pill popping nation? Do we not do anything the old fashion way anymore? Whatever happened to the Food Pyramid and how many servings of each food group to have daily?
Don't get me wrong, I understand innovation and technology better than you think I do. I know that science has come along way developing "short cuts" to make our lives easier. I know there is potential there, but should there be? Maybe I am just being pessimistic because I haven't found the wonder pill for my dilemmas and I may be a tad jealous that I am one of the many that can't really be helped scientifically. Or... maybe I am right, and we all should be doing things differently to be in better health, rather than relying on pharmaceutical companies that are getting richer by the second, because we are so lazy. This is a "things that make you hmmm" moment. Right?!
Thursday, November 4, 2010
There has got to be a way.. I just know it.
I know that I have been ranting and complaining about my weight, but hey, I have the right to do so here. I have not found a sure fire way of losing weight yet. I am not looking for the fastest way to lose weight because those "diets" really don't work and you end up putting more back on than you lost. What I want is a sure fire way of losing the weight and is easily managed with my hectic schedule.
I have hypothyroidism, and it is really dragging me down. I was diagnosed shortly after my last visit to the Moffit Cancer Center. Thanks to the Quasimodo size tumor they took out which in fact contributed to the thyroid disease. I don't have health insurance (because it is simply unaffordable) and I can't afford to pay out of pocket for the prescriptions. So I am hoping to find an alternative way to treat and deal with this.
I clean for a living and you would think that would be a work out all on its own. I watch what I eat and I don't mean that I watch as I eat either. I try and stay as active as I can even though my energy levels are almost non existent, I force myself to do things. Painting the house last weekend almost killed me but I did it. I am always wanting to take walks but I only get so far and I am ready for a nap. It kills me that I am constantly feeling this way. I have never, ever been this heavy and I would be so flippin joyful if I could manage to lose 50 pounds. I just don't know how to jump start my metabolism on my own.
I have hypothyroidism, and it is really dragging me down. I was diagnosed shortly after my last visit to the Moffit Cancer Center. Thanks to the Quasimodo size tumor they took out which in fact contributed to the thyroid disease. I don't have health insurance (because it is simply unaffordable) and I can't afford to pay out of pocket for the prescriptions. So I am hoping to find an alternative way to treat and deal with this.
I clean for a living and you would think that would be a work out all on its own. I watch what I eat and I don't mean that I watch as I eat either. I try and stay as active as I can even though my energy levels are almost non existent, I force myself to do things. Painting the house last weekend almost killed me but I did it. I am always wanting to take walks but I only get so far and I am ready for a nap. It kills me that I am constantly feeling this way. I have never, ever been this heavy and I would be so flippin joyful if I could manage to lose 50 pounds. I just don't know how to jump start my metabolism on my own.
Gong on 40 feels like 80 to me.
I have been cleaning houses on a regular basis for over two years now. I was hoping that my body would be used to it. However, that is not the case. I get severe joint pain by the end of my work day. So severe that when I rub or even touch the area, it feels bruised and it stays that way for weeks. The joints in my fingers crack and every joint in my body hurts and is stiff. I am sure there are many factors as to why I have this. Being overweight contributes greatly and the fact that arthritis runs in the family.
I have tried many things to help alleviate the pain, which most products do temporarily, but not long term. I have tried all kinds of treatments for arthritis but nothing is long lasting. I have been making sure to drink plenty of water, I am talking about by the gallons, and I take vitamins which also includes glucosamine, religiously, and yet I am still feeling this way.
Chris' mother told me about MSM (Methylsulfonylmethane) supplements that are specifically for joint cartilage and although I haven't tried it yet. I have done a ton of research on it. I am thinking that may be my next step and if that doesn't work then I don't know where else to go. It is so tough getting older and I won't be 40 until December. I have to find a way to reverse this or I won't be able to clean for much longer, and that is not an option right now.
I have tried many things to help alleviate the pain, which most products do temporarily, but not long term. I have tried all kinds of treatments for arthritis but nothing is long lasting. I have been making sure to drink plenty of water, I am talking about by the gallons, and I take vitamins which also includes glucosamine, religiously, and yet I am still feeling this way.
Chris' mother told me about MSM (Methylsulfonylmethane) supplements that are specifically for joint cartilage and although I haven't tried it yet. I have done a ton of research on it. I am thinking that may be my next step and if that doesn't work then I don't know where else to go. It is so tough getting older and I won't be 40 until December. I have to find a way to reverse this or I won't be able to clean for much longer, and that is not an option right now.
Wednesday, November 3, 2010
Not wanting to go through this again...
It has taken years to find the best acne treatment for Jeff. Mainly because his acne was more of an hormonal unbalance than the typical teenage break outs.
Katie on the other hand has fairly good skin. She is only eleven and will have one or two little zits but I have gotten her started on taking care of her skin very quickly. She uses a mild soap and occasionally will use benzoyl peroxide pads. Fingers crossed that she will not have Jeff's skin condition. Boys seem to handle problem skin way better than girls.
As much of a drama queen that Katie is, I really do not want to have to go through problem skin with her. She doesn't need another low esteem agent in her life. She has enough already. Which we are working on to correct her self image. It is just taking time. I am hoping by the time she reaches her teens she will have a different outlook on herself.
I have no clue where in the family tree that was handed down to him from, but I do not wish it on any child. I never had that kind of a problem as a teen or an adult. Yes, I still break out from time to time but it is manageable. To be honest it happens once a month but they get less and less not that my old butt is already going through the "change". Ok... pre-change but still its there reminding me that in not so many years I will officially be over the hill.
Katie on the other hand has fairly good skin. She is only eleven and will have one or two little zits but I have gotten her started on taking care of her skin very quickly. She uses a mild soap and occasionally will use benzoyl peroxide pads. Fingers crossed that she will not have Jeff's skin condition. Boys seem to handle problem skin way better than girls.
As much of a drama queen that Katie is, I really do not want to have to go through problem skin with her. She doesn't need another low esteem agent in her life. She has enough already. Which we are working on to correct her self image. It is just taking time. I am hoping by the time she reaches her teens she will have a different outlook on herself.
I have no clue where in the family tree that was handed down to him from, but I do not wish it on any child. I never had that kind of a problem as a teen or an adult. Yes, I still break out from time to time but it is manageable. To be honest it happens once a month but they get less and less not that my old butt is already going through the "change". Ok... pre-change but still its there reminding me that in not so many years I will officially be over the hill.
Wait.. Christmas is how many days away?
Ok... Christmas is just around the corner and of course Thanksgiving is just weeks away. Have I completed all my Christmas shopping? That would be a BIG. FAT. NO. I am also not one for waking up at the butt crack of dawn on the morning after Thanksgiving to try and get the best deals on items that my kids really don't frickin need. Hey, I love my kids but lets face it, times are tough, the economy stinks and I work hard just to be able to keep a roof over their heads and food in their bellies.
No, I am not going to be a Scrooge this Christmas, just a little more practical. My kids have each requested one major gift and we will do our very best to fulfill their wish. But lets face it, what they want, requires more dough than I want to shell out to be honest. I have been scanning for deals online. Maybe I will get lucky and find the perfect cyber Monday present rather than having to go out on the dreaded Black Friday. I don't know how people do that anyway. I mean, having to fight tooth and nail just to get into the store let alone racing to the isle that has the ONE gift you are looking for only to get there and you were seconds too late. I have many family members that are die hard Black Friday shoppers. Yes, they may get great deals but rarely have they gotten what they went to the store in first place for. Besides, I like my beauty sleep.
No, I am not going to be a Scrooge this Christmas, just a little more practical. My kids have each requested one major gift and we will do our very best to fulfill their wish. But lets face it, what they want, requires more dough than I want to shell out to be honest. I have been scanning for deals online. Maybe I will get lucky and find the perfect cyber Monday present rather than having to go out on the dreaded Black Friday. I don't know how people do that anyway. I mean, having to fight tooth and nail just to get into the store let alone racing to the isle that has the ONE gift you are looking for only to get there and you were seconds too late. I have many family members that are die hard Black Friday shoppers. Yes, they may get great deals but rarely have they gotten what they went to the store in first place for. Besides, I like my beauty sleep.
Now she loves to brush.
My daughter is the most difficult when it comes to taking care of her teeth. The hardest thing about getting her to do a good job brushing her teeth is the time factor. She will begrudgingly go in for a minute and then come back out stating she is all done. Yes, there may be evidence of toothpaste foam around her mouth but her teeth are still crying out for a good scrub.
I was fortunate enough to receive a dental care package that contained many products to care for kids teeth as well as adults. Listerine makes a pre rinse product called Agent CoolBlue that makes the plaque visible on you teeth and the children will be able to see where they need to brush. I had Katie brush her teeth first and then use the Agent CoolBlue. She was shocked at how much plaque was still on her teeth and mostly around her gum line. Since she has seen what a poor job she was doing, the Agent CoolBlue has become her favorite part of the brushing experience. It reminded me of the days when I was in elementary school, when the local dentist would show up, and pass out the red dye tablets, toothbrushes and trial size toothpaste. Everyone would laugh at each other because we all had stained teeth.
Before I couldn't get her to stay in the bathroom long enough to brush her teeth and now I have to set a time limit, because she will brush her teeth for ten minutes or more. She also likes the Listerine Smart Rinse. It is an anti cavity fluoride rinse that you use after you brush your teeth. Not only does it help to prevent cavities it also strengthens teeth. She prefers the Mint flavor but they also make berry flavor as well.
I also tried out the Reach toothbrush that was sent to me. I have to admit I have never used Reach before. I was always swayed to use Oral B (all the hype about being dentist preferred) but I have to be honest about the Reach toothbrush. It is easier to get at the hard to "reach" places. I was also given Listerine mouthwash to try and I was a little hesitant. I remember my father's Listerine and it wasn't appealing back then but the CoolMint wasn't bad. My husband claimed the Listerine Zero mouthwash which has no alcohol. He prefers the less intense sensation.
Along with our package, we received an opportunity to collect money for the Trick or Treat for the America's Toothfairy. This is a campaign to help raise awareness of pediatric dental disease and it also provides care to the children that cannot get regular dental care. We did take our donation box around with us but unfortunately we didn't receive many donations.
I am glad we were given this opportunity. If nothing else my own daughter is more aware of her dental hygiene habits and she is taking it more seriously. She proudly shows off her pearly whites after each brushing.
I wrote this review while participating in a blog campaign by Mom Central Consulting on behalf of LISTERINE and REACH and received products to take the Oral Care Challenge. Mom Central Consulting also sent me a Global Giving gift card to thank me for taking the time to participate.
I was fortunate enough to receive a dental care package that contained many products to care for kids teeth as well as adults. Listerine makes a pre rinse product called Agent CoolBlue that makes the plaque visible on you teeth and the children will be able to see where they need to brush. I had Katie brush her teeth first and then use the Agent CoolBlue. She was shocked at how much plaque was still on her teeth and mostly around her gum line. Since she has seen what a poor job she was doing, the Agent CoolBlue has become her favorite part of the brushing experience. It reminded me of the days when I was in elementary school, when the local dentist would show up, and pass out the red dye tablets, toothbrushes and trial size toothpaste. Everyone would laugh at each other because we all had stained teeth.
Before I couldn't get her to stay in the bathroom long enough to brush her teeth and now I have to set a time limit, because she will brush her teeth for ten minutes or more. She also likes the Listerine Smart Rinse. It is an anti cavity fluoride rinse that you use after you brush your teeth. Not only does it help to prevent cavities it also strengthens teeth. She prefers the Mint flavor but they also make berry flavor as well.
I also tried out the Reach toothbrush that was sent to me. I have to admit I have never used Reach before. I was always swayed to use Oral B (all the hype about being dentist preferred) but I have to be honest about the Reach toothbrush. It is easier to get at the hard to "reach" places. I was also given Listerine mouthwash to try and I was a little hesitant. I remember my father's Listerine and it wasn't appealing back then but the CoolMint wasn't bad. My husband claimed the Listerine Zero mouthwash which has no alcohol. He prefers the less intense sensation.
Along with our package, we received an opportunity to collect money for the Trick or Treat for the America's Toothfairy. This is a campaign to help raise awareness of pediatric dental disease and it also provides care to the children that cannot get regular dental care. We did take our donation box around with us but unfortunately we didn't receive many donations.
I am glad we were given this opportunity. If nothing else my own daughter is more aware of her dental hygiene habits and she is taking it more seriously. She proudly shows off her pearly whites after each brushing.
I wrote this review while participating in a blog campaign by Mom Central Consulting on behalf of LISTERINE and REACH and received products to take the Oral Care Challenge. Mom Central Consulting also sent me a Global Giving gift card to thank me for taking the time to participate.
Tuesday, November 2, 2010
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