Amenorrhea for almost 2 years...? - Heal Thyself!2024-03-28T16:32:01Zhttp://heal-thyself.ning.com/forum/topics/amenorrhea-for-almost-2-years?commentId=2814160%3AComment%3A19453&feed=yes&xn_auth=noI would take 1/2oz ACV, but t…tag:heal-thyself.ning.com,2011-02-08:2814160:Comment:213112011-02-08T14:24:01.803ZRachel Fee-Princehttp://heal-thyself.ning.com/profile/RachelFeePrince
I would take 1/2oz ACV, but the fermented foods willl do more for your digestion than anything else! The problem may not be in the stomach...
I would take 1/2oz ACV, but the fermented foods willl do more for your digestion than anything else! The problem may not be in the stomach... I have a question: I still a…tag:heal-thyself.ning.com,2011-02-08:2814160:Comment:213042011-02-08T03:01:05.766ZSheila Murphyhttp://heal-thyself.ning.com/profile/SheilaMurphy
I have a question: I still am not feeling like my digestion isn't optimal. : ( I've tried several different combinations of supplements/acids and am having troulbe finding one that works. I still get a feeling of fullness longer than I should (I think) and feel like I am getting some reflux maybe (I've tested and it usually goes away with the addition of more acid, so I really doubt its too much acid) What would you all suggest? How much ACV should be drank before meals? I am thinking…
I have a question: I still am not feeling like my digestion isn't optimal. : ( I've tried several different combinations of supplements/acids and am having troulbe finding one that works. I still get a feeling of fullness longer than I should (I think) and feel like I am getting some reflux maybe (I've tested and it usually goes away with the addition of more acid, so I really doubt its too much acid) What would you all suggest? How much ACV should be drank before meals? I am thinking of maybe using ACV and dr. rons pancreas supplement or Throne betaine HCL and the pancreas supplement. And I am going to get some kimchi tomorrow and hopefully get up the nerve to make a big batch of it one of these days...:P Thank you for the througtfu…tag:heal-thyself.ning.com,2011-02-04:2814160:Comment:209862011-02-04T05:52:36.876ZSheila Murphyhttp://heal-thyself.ning.com/profile/SheilaMurphy
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<cite>Thank you for the througtful response :) I am kind of doing just like you said; since I'm not trying to get pregnant right now (and probably not for a couple years yet), I'm just going to kind of see what happens, and keep up the nettle and red clover infusions. I do feel healthy right now, so that's whats important! I'll keep you all updated on what happens after I've been drinking the nettle and red clover infusion consistantly for a hwile. <br/></cite>
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<cite>Thank you for the througtful response :) I am kind of doing just like you said; since I'm not trying to get pregnant right now (and probably not for a couple years yet), I'm just going to kind of see what happens, and keep up the nettle and red clover infusions. I do feel healthy right now, so that's whats important! I'll keep you all updated on what happens after I've been drinking the nettle and red clover infusion consistantly for a hwile. <br/></cite> You have run into one of the…tag:heal-thyself.ning.com,2011-02-04:2814160:Comment:206842011-02-04T02:50:21.536ZJeana Joneshttp://heal-thyself.ning.com/profile/JeanaJones
<p>You have run into one of the beautiful things about a woman's fertility. I can say with almost 100% certainty that it's your body fat percentage. For a woman to be fertile, she has to have at least about 20% body fat, though some women can conceive with less. However, a woman can be healthy with a much lower body fat percentage. As you are seeing, you can also feel well fed. There is not necessarily anything wrong with your body just because you aren't menstruating. I've heard of…</p>
<p>You have run into one of the beautiful things about a woman's fertility. I can say with almost 100% certainty that it's your body fat percentage. For a woman to be fertile, she has to have at least about 20% body fat, though some women can conceive with less. However, a woman can be healthy with a much lower body fat percentage. As you are seeing, you can also feel well fed. There is not necessarily anything wrong with your body just because you aren't menstruating. I've heard of cultures where all the women were naturally infertile and in amenorrhea for entire portions of the year because their body fat dipped below the fertile line. Runners amenorrhea is a commonly known phenomenon in healthy female marathon runners, and body fat may play a role in healthy breastfeeding amenorrhea as well.</p>
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<p>If you are not seeking to get pregnant any time soon, you may be just fine letting your body be where it is and nourishing it well. If you are seeking to get pregnant, the only way to do it will be to increase your body fat percentage. You said that you don't do well on carbs, but they would be the easy way to help you gain weight. The other thing that could help is long chain fats. The short and medium chain ones are very quickly and easily metabolized for energy and thus raise your metabolism, so eating more of them gives you more energy, not more body fat. Long chain fats are more likely to be stored. This includes olive oil and poly-unsaturated fats. Marilyn Shannon (Fertility Cycles and Nutrition) recommends Safflower oil, but I would highly recommend against it (though most of the book is pretty good except that and an emphasis on supplements) because it is pretty much all omega 6. Omega 3's are also long-chain, so eating a lot of seafood might help you gain some weight and provide nutrients to prepare your body for pregnancy. If you are thinking of trying to conceive, I would also recommend "Real Food For Mother And Baby" by Nina Planck.</p> Well, that is good to know ab…tag:heal-thyself.ning.com,2011-01-23:2814160:Comment:195772011-01-23T16:38:12.000ZSheila Murphyhttp://heal-thyself.ning.com/profile/SheilaMurphy
<p>Well, that is good to know about the oatstraw! The stuff I have is from a reputable company that sells it for herbal use so I'm sure its probably OK. Perhaps I'll add some of that to the infusion too, but probably red clover first so I know what is actually helping me feel better.</p>
<p>Thanks for the suggestion for chewing on seeds--I did try that once becuase I heard it was a good alternative to gum but if it helps with digestion I will start it up again! I like fennel :)</p>
<p>Well, that is good to know about the oatstraw! The stuff I have is from a reputable company that sells it for herbal use so I'm sure its probably OK. Perhaps I'll add some of that to the infusion too, but probably red clover first so I know what is actually helping me feel better.</p>
<p>Thanks for the suggestion for chewing on seeds--I did try that once becuase I heard it was a good alternative to gum but if it helps with digestion I will start it up again! I like fennel :)</p> Definitely make your own deci…tag:heal-thyself.ning.com,2011-01-23:2814160:Comment:195722011-01-23T16:10:45.000ZRachel Fee-Princehttp://heal-thyself.ning.com/profile/RachelFeePrince
<p>Definitely make your own decision on oatstraw, but I have two celiac daughters and am extremely sensitive to gluten myself, none of us can tolerate oats, and none of us are bothered by oatstraw. If purchased from a reputable company like Mtn Rose Herbs, the oatstaw is grown for herbal use, not food use, so the protein containing grain that may aggrivate the gluten-sensitive does not even form. The milky seed pods are first harvesting for their trophorestorative sap and tinctured (I use…</p>
<p>Definitely make your own decision on oatstraw, but I have two celiac daughters and am extremely sensitive to gluten myself, none of us can tolerate oats, and none of us are bothered by oatstraw. If purchased from a reputable company like Mtn Rose Herbs, the oatstaw is grown for herbal use, not food use, so the protein containing grain that may aggrivate the gluten-sensitive does not even form. The milky seed pods are first harvesting for their trophorestorative sap and tinctured (I use this as well), and then the straw (ie, grass) is harvested for use as a dried herb. There is no gluten present in the plant, nor in processing.</p>
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<p>Red Clover gets pigeonholed as an estrogenic herb, which is certainly not the case. Red Clover is rich in phytosterols, which are used by the body to create various hormones, including all the sex hormones, even testosterone. Many common foods are rich in phytosterols as well (legumes) and no one calls them estrogenic. This is slanderous against red clover, an herb with amazing regenerative properties and anti-cancer properties. </p>
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<p>ACV- take your acid before your meal. you want to stimulate digestive fire before adding food. Keep the food warming for a while, and at least gently cooked. You might consider chewing on some carminative seeds, like fennel, coriander, cumin or caraway after meals.</p>
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<p>A primal/paleo diet is excellent for restoring health, adding body fat and healing in general. You are on the right path, and your body will heal. It just needs time.</p> I have not been following the…tag:heal-thyself.ning.com,2011-01-23:2814160:Comment:195202011-01-23T12:33:28.000ZPam Genanthttp://heal-thyself.ning.com/profile/PamGenant
<p>I have not been following the thread, but as a person who can't tolerate gluten I just wanted to mention that you can buy oats that are certified GF so I would think you might be able to buy certified GF oat straw. </p>
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<p>I have not been following the thread, but as a person who can't tolerate gluten I just wanted to mention that you can buy oats that are certified GF so I would think you might be able to buy certified GF oat straw. </p>
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think I'm doing pretty good…tag:heal-thyself.ning.com,2011-01-23:2814160:Comment:194882011-01-23T01:02:43.000ZSheila Murphyhttp://heal-thyself.ning.com/profile/SheilaMurphy
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<p>think I'm doing pretty good with fats--I cook everything in lard or coconut oil or bacon grease, and sometimes just eat it straight up out of the fridge on my fingers! Probably could do better with the green veggies and avocados but they are just so expensive and hard to find here in WI in the winter : ( We've been having a lot of squash and root vegetables recently. Next summer I plan to stock up at the farmers market and freeze a lot of stuff like spinnach and broccoli and berries. I don't eat any legumes because of autoimmune issues. </p>
<p>I take one of Dr. Ron's organ delight supplements every day, because we don't really eat too many organ meats cuz my husband doesn't like then and I hate having to cook separate meals because we are so busy (both work full time). But I know I really should make some liver for me, becuase I DO like it :P I shall get some with next month's meat order then! And also, fish is an issue because it is super expensive and generally all I can find good quality around here is scallops and salmon, frozen. I have canned sardines once and a while, I suppose I could eat a few more of those! I also take about 1 tsp of FCLO and 1/2 tsp BO every day, with my nettle infusion and soon I will add red clover to that. i HAVE been feeling a little more energetic lately since starting the nettles! <br/> <cite>Pat Robinson said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://heal-thyself.ning.com/forum/topics/amenorrhea-for-almost-2-years?id=2814160%3ATopic%3A15683&page=2#2814160Comment19486"><div><p>My understanding is that oats do not have gluten, but are generally processed in facilities with cross-contamination. However, oatstraw has not been an issue for gluten-sensitive people on the allergy forums. I'm not certain about for celiacs.</p>
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<p>Are you eating organ meats? It sounds like you have too low of body fat to menstruate. I'd focus on adding fats, coconut oil in/on everything. Avocados, multiple times per day. Nut butters, egg yolks. Cholesterol is critical. Liver is my favorite nutrient dense food. Bone broths for the minerals. Definitely nettles. Add them to smoothies plus nuts and fats. Cook everything in animal fat to boost your fat intake. However, with such low carbs, you are probably ketogenic, which means you need to focus on hydration to avoid breaking down muscle.</p>
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<p>Your B-vits are in grains and GREEN plants. These are essential to hormone balance. Food folate is critical. Do you do any beans or legumes? These have nutrients for effective detoxification and food folate! The goal is 2 cups of fruit, 2 cups of beans and 4 cups of greens per day.</p>
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<p>Are you eating fatty fish? Roe, sardines, mackerel - all are great for essential fatty acids. Be sure you are getting selenium (Brazil nuts). Nigella sativa is amazing and easy addition for the health benefits. </p>
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<p>I agree about adding cabbage, zinc and ACV to optimize digestion. Bitter herbs such as wild greens will help too. Most women are low in magnesium. It is challenging to get adequate magnesium from foods. The Nettles and bone broths are helpful. Epsom salt baths too.</p>
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</blockquote> My understanding is that oats…tag:heal-thyself.ning.com,2011-01-23:2814160:Comment:194862011-01-23T00:50:15.000ZPat Robinsonhttp://heal-thyself.ning.com/profile/PatRobinson
<p>My understanding is that oats do not have gluten, but are generally processed in facilities with cross-contamination. However, oatstraw has not been an issue for gluten-sensitive people on the allergy forums. I'm not certain about for celiacs.</p>
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<p>Are you eating organ meats? It sounds like you have too low of body fat to menstruate. I'd focus on adding fats, coconut oil in/on everything. Avocados, multiple times per day. Nut butters, egg yolks. Cholesterol is critical. Liver is…</p>
<p>My understanding is that oats do not have gluten, but are generally processed in facilities with cross-contamination. However, oatstraw has not been an issue for gluten-sensitive people on the allergy forums. I'm not certain about for celiacs.</p>
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<p>Are you eating organ meats? It sounds like you have too low of body fat to menstruate. I'd focus on adding fats, coconut oil in/on everything. Avocados, multiple times per day. Nut butters, egg yolks. Cholesterol is critical. Liver is my favorite nutrient dense food. Bone broths for the minerals. Definitely nettles. Add them to smoothies plus nuts and fats. Cook everything in animal fat to boost your fat intake. However, with such low carbs, you are probably ketogenic, which means you need to focus on hydration to avoid breaking down muscle.</p>
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<p>Your B-vits are in grains and GREEN plants. These are essential to hormone balance. Food folate is critical. Do you do any beans or legumes? These have nutrients for effective detoxification and food folate! The goal is 2 cups of fruit, 2 cups of beans and 4 cups of greens per day.</p>
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<p>Are you eating fatty fish? Roe, sardines, mackerel - all are great for essential fatty acids. Be sure you are getting selenium (Brazil nuts). Nigella sativa is amazing and easy addition for the health benefits. </p>
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<p>I agree about adding cabbage, zinc and ACV to optimize digestion. Bitter herbs such as wild greens will help too. Most women are low in magnesium. It is challenging to get adequate magnesium from foods. The Nettles and bone broths are helpful. Epsom salt baths too.</p>
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<p>Pat</p> Ok, no oatstraw for me then. …tag:heal-thyself.ning.com,2011-01-23:2814160:Comment:194842011-01-23T00:49:58.000ZSheila Murphyhttp://heal-thyself.ning.com/profile/SheilaMurphy
<p>Ok, no oatstraw for me then. I'll have to get some red clover tho...</p>
<p>Yes, I'll keep you updated! I hope it goes well! :)</p>
<p><br></br> <cite>Anna said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://heal-thyself.ning.com/forum/topics/amenorrhea-for-almost-2-years?id=2814160%3ATopic%3A15683&page=2#2814160Comment19481"><div><p>I believe that the oat straw preparations do have gluten. I found several references to them not being ok for people with celiac. So it might be…</p>
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<p>Ok, no oatstraw for me then. I'll have to get some red clover tho...</p>
<p>Yes, I'll keep you updated! I hope it goes well! :)</p>
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<blockquote cite="http://heal-thyself.ning.com/forum/topics/amenorrhea-for-almost-2-years?id=2814160%3ATopic%3A15683&page=2#2814160Comment19481"><div><p>I believe that the oat straw preparations do have gluten. I found several references to them not being ok for people with celiac. So it might be risky.</p>
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<p>I can't wait to hear how you feel after a month of the nettles and other suggestions! </p>
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