I have a family member that had a blood test done that showed almost no detectable TSH. The doctor gave her medication for this and i read that if you take the medication together with Acetyl-L-Carnitine that the TSH goes up super fast. My question is, does it also work if you take just the Acetyl-L-Carnitine without the medication?

I'm not a fan of big pharma pills especially since they ruin the liver long term, are there any more natural ways to maybe fix this problem or does she have to go the chemical pil route?

Okay guys, here’s a bit of a weird one for ya.

I’m American- I’ve lived in Aus for 10 years. I started having panic attacks in 2022, when I was 28 years old.

But one day in August 2023 I was out shopping with a client and was sniffing candles and other scents (LOTS of fragrances) all day. It made me feel dizzy and migraine-y. That night I go to bed and I wake up and it’s like I’m in hell. So much adrenaline and panic that I literally feel like I am in hell itself. Like I could lift a bus, complete mental torment to a level I have never ever experienced before.

This started months of this. Mental torment and physical symptoms (the whole lifting a bus thing, not sleeping or eating) that followed so intensely that I thought the only way out was…you know…out.

These attacks lasted about a year and finally ended on my honeymoon when I stood up in Montana and said “this will NEVER happen again”. And I meant it.

Okay flash forward to now (3 months later) we are back from our 6 week honeymoon to the states and I am having the opposite problem. I have acne, dry hair, weight gain and I’m falling asleep standing up, every day, all day. At 11am I crash and my eyes start to close.

I felt great when we were in the states and I felt like a got the spring in my step back. Since we’ve been back in Aus, the first few weeks I was on edge and snappy and now I’m exhausted and weepy.

Someone please give me a hint what’s wrong with me 😂 is it the water??? Is it the heat??? Is it just freaking out living in another country or are my hormones going insane?

Hi there, I'm looking for a cure for my MGD and blepharitis. I have a good routine that includes manuka gel, medical tto foam, hypochlorous acid and all that helps a lot with symptoms but I need a solution.

Any suggestions?

I'm curious about the Gritwell root cause assessment. The nearest functional doctor to my small town is about two hours away so it seems like it might be something to at least try first. Has anyone done it and had any luck? Thanks!

https://www.grit-well.com/root-cause-assessment

My partner just did a culture test and it came back positive for Citrobacter koseri and enterococcus faecalis. Our doctor has prescribed him co-amoxican ( augmentin) antibiotics for 1 week.

I’m looking at some natural ways to treat this, he has been suffering with his stomach for years, gets bad stomach pains, has diarrhea here and there and he also urinates very often. We have been to many doctors about his stomach, he even had a endoscopy which came back normal. In the end we met with an intolerance doctor who advised us he is intolerant to dairy/ wheat. When removing these foods it did help but perhaps didn’t eliminate completely.

We did a culture test as we have been struggling to conceive, could this all be related? Any ideas how to treat naturally? Thank you

This happened probably 6 or 7 years ago. I was going through a really hard time. I was constantly exhausted. I visited my doctor and they couldn’t find anything wrong with me.

My boss at the time told me I should visit her “holistic doctor” and get some kind of test done. I can’t remember what she called it but she took a swab from my mouth and sent it to be analyzed. She had been seeing her for years and raved about the woman.

A few weeks later I met with the Dr. (at her house, weird but whatever my boss knew her) She told me all kinds of things about myself, different foods I apparently had sensitivities to. She asked me when the last time I was out of the country was. I told her I’ve never been out of the United States in my life. She told me I had a parasite that usually wasn’t found in the states.

The only thing she was correct about were my allergies that I already knew I had.

It was weird and I didn’t really believe a lot of the things she was saying. She told me I needed to avoid all sorts of foods for 3 weeks and see how I felt. She also gave me a spray that looked and tasted like water that was suppose to help all the problems she said I had. I was suppose to do like 3 sprays in my mouth for a couple weeks and then up it each week.

I was desperate to feel better and I started using the spray. All that I noticed was it made me feel nauseous for awhile.

My boss said that was normal and I should just do one or two sprays until I got used to it.

I did it for months, used the whole bottle up and l felt completely the same.

My boss told me she was gonna pay for the whole thing. About a year later I got a call from the Drs office saying I owed them 400 dollars for the test and “medicine”

At first I thought they had the wrong person but when they said the doctors name I remembered. The most shocking part was I was being contacted from an EQUINE VET.

This woman is a horse veterinarian??

Anyway i contacted my boss and she did pay her.

Writing all of this out now I feel really stupid. I don’t know anything about holistic medication. I know you can get tests for food sensitivities and parasites but I always assumed those were blood tests. I was very young and was sick of feeling exhausted all the time. Turns out, I was severely depressed and my life completely turned around when I left that job.

Was this person taking my boss for a ride? And what the heck was I spraying in my mouth for 2 months??

If you're looking for a new technique to relax, now is the best time, thanks to the technique I created, the Pinch Balance Technique. It uses a series of pinching movements to relax the body and mind. This technique isn't just for relaxation, as it could help with stress, focus, mindfulness, nerve stimulation, and hand strength.

Stress relief and relaxation The Pinch Balance Technique works similar to acupressure by targeting certain points in the body. It is used on certain areas of the body to relieve muscle tension and promote relaxation.

Full-hand pinching: This technique involves pinching a certain muscle with all your hands to relieve pressure and relieve deeper tension. It's most useful for areas like the arms and back.

Rapid pinching: quick rhythmic pinching in some area can stimulate blood flow. Which can help in stimulating the nervous system and relaxation.

Spine pinching: gentle pinching along the spine or the arms could help in reducing tension and building blood flow throughout the spine.

Nerves stimulation The Pinch Balance Technique could also help in nerve stimulation and blood circulation.

Two-finger pinching: This method uses two fingers to pinch a smaller area, like the hand or the fingers. It's a great technique to alter nerve simulation in places where you need precision.

Zig-zag pinching: pinching in a zig-zag way along the body (e.g., arms or legs) activates multiple nerves, altering better blood circulation and nerve function.

Focus and mindfulness Mindfulness is about staying in the present moment. And Pinch Balance Technique could help you to anchor yourself in the present moment. By pinching, you can stay in the present moment and reduce anxiety.

Pinch and hold: pinching and holding for a few seconds calmly without hurting yourself can help you focus on the sensation. Calm your thoughts. And encourage mindful breathing.

Conclusion By applying all these pinching techniques, such as full-hand pinching, rapid pinching, and circular pinching, you can feel the physical and mental benefits without the need for complicated tools.

I believe that there is a high chance that they do. Recently I’ve been looking into information concerning acrylamides, and comparing it to some of my observations.

My dad died of lung cancer, even though he had never smoked himself. My mom smoked, but not in the car or the house. His dad was a heavy smoker. He lived in a place with pretty bad air pollution in the USA. That said, both of my mom’s parents smoked, in the car and in the house, and she smoked herself and so far she’s been ok. My dad was extremely in shape and looked much healthier than my mom.

One big difference though was acrylamide consumption. The foods my mom liked to eat often had less acrylamides than those my dad ate.

I’ve noticed this with other people too. I know those are just simple observations, but I feel like this needs to be studied more.

Out of curiosity, what do you think about the connection between acrylamides and cancer? And, have you done anything to help protect yourself or your family from it?

I’ve always had a very low resting heart rate (mid-40s or so). In the past month, whenever I exercise, even if it is easy, my heart rate has been in the 160s plus when it is normally 150 or below. When I’m sitting and then stand up I can feel my heart rate pick up and I get a bit dizzy. My resting heart rate is now in the 60s. Did I get myself out of shape within a month? I’ve still been exercising a lot just not as high intensity. Is this a cause for concern?

I do have restrictions on working out and exercise due to a hernia, so I can't lift a lot of weight and I can't do really strenuous core exercises. But I can walk bike and yoga fine for the most part.

I recently shared this in another community and it sparked some great discussions. I thought it might resonate here too.

Hey everyone, I want to open up about something that I think many of us have experienced: the overwhelming journey of trying to improve gut health. It seems like every day there's a new supplement, diet, or "miracle cure" being touted, often contradicting what we heard yesterday. It's frustrating and exhausting.

As a scientist with a passion for holistic health, I found myself lost in this sea of information (and misinformation). So, I collaborated with a diverse team of experts - including some who specialize in alternative and integrative approaches - to create an app called Injoy. Here's what makes it unique:

1. It features an AI chat that's actually helpful. It provides answers based on a comprehensive database that includes both peer-reviewed research and respected alternative health sources. The AI remembers your personal health journey, ensuring the information is tailored to YOU.
2. Our content is thoroughly researched and cited, covering a wide range of approaches from conventional to alternative. We provide follow-up questions so you can explore topics deeply, like going down a Wikipedia rabbit hole, but for your gut health.
3. There's a customizable symptom tracker. We understand that everyone's body is different, so you can tailor it to track what matters most to you - whether that's stool consistency, specific symptoms, or even energy levels.
4. The app learns about your interests and health philosophy. If you're curious about the intersection of nutrition and mindfulness, it'll curate content in that direction.

I'm sharing this because I believe it could be a valuable tool for many in our community who are on their own healing journeys. The app offers a free 2-week trial, and I'm happy to extend that for anyone who wants to explore it further - just send me a DM.

If you do give it a try, I'd love to hear your thoughts. I'm constantly looking for ways to improve and incorporate diverse healing perspectives. Your feedback, no matter how small, could help shape a resource that bridges the gap between scientific research and alternative health wisdom.

Links to the app:

• iOS: https://apps.apple.com/ca/app/injoy-gut-health-tracker/id1537632721
• Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.phyla.phyla&pli=1

How do you guys deworm yourselves? Do you use a specific recipe or a specific product? Thanks in advance!

I keep experiencing vasovagal pre-syncope for no obvious reason. I’ve been ruled as ‘normal’ according to blood work and ultrasounds and various tests. But I’ll feel like I’m going to faint when I see blood, when I get too hot, when I get too emotional. Etc. When I get up in the night because my body has too quickly changed posture. But it’s now happening for no obvious reason out of nowhere….. These episodes are now happening daily and it’s stopping me from being able to actually ‘live’.

Any ideas how to resolve this? I’m so fed up it’s unreal.

I’ll be out in the supermarket for example, and suddenly my vision will go weird, my legs will go to jelly, I’ll start profusely sweating, my heart will go weird, I’ll feel like I’m about to throw up.

Help😭

I’m getting back from a 2 week European vacation (I live in the states) on Monday and all the bread, wine, and sugar has been taking a big toll on my skin and digestion. Interested in doing some sort of cleanse once I’m back to get a fresh start. I’ve never done one before and I’m not even sure that that’s the best approach to getting my body back on track, so open to all thoughts!

Had someone tell me that Im only in shape because I have good genetics. What people don't see is the many struggles I went through to work on myself consistently . They ignore the many hours I spent in the gym, the amount of time I spent doing research on the kinds of food I should be eating in order to maximize fat loss and muscle gain

I decided a long time ago that I was not going to make excuses because I understand that life is not fair. I had two choices I can either look myself in the mirror as someone that is overweight that needs to get fit and cry that my circumstance in life is preventing me from getting in shape, but then where does this get me?

For me if I sit and complain about how difficult my life is I am not getting any better, Im not getting healthier, and i'm not doing anything to progress my life in any meaningful way.

The other option is that I can control all of the variables that i possibly can and take deliberate action to change.

For anyone that is in the beginning of their fitness journey and wants to start getting fit I created a free facebook group where Ive posted a pdf of a free 3 week beginner friendly bodyweight only workout plan

https://www.facebook.com/share/kgkQEP6dD8xYSv5T/

all are welcome to join

I heard Ergy from Nutergia has some cholesterol stuff.

nce took a natural remedy effective called Heart Beat to cure for a temporary cardiac failure after long take of Ibuprofen.

It’s been 3 months a still shortness of breath, crackling sounds in my ear, fatigue, and headaches. The doctors keep saying to just wait another few months so I don’t know what to do because this is not normal

Hi Everyone! We are a group of Interaction Design majors from Farmingdale State College conducting research to better understand individuals’ knowledge of health insurance. If this post is allowed in this group, we would greatly appreciate any participation in the survey we created below:

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TLDR; seeking advice, words of wisdom, commiseration, etc about feeling chained to hormone-regulating medication because your body falls apart without it

After 12 years on the birth control pill, I quit last October with the hopes that I’d be able to balance my hormones naturally and cure the various hormone-related ailments I was having, while also getting that toxic shit out of my system. I prepped for over 6 months with Dr Brighton’s protocol of supplements and dieting. I was initially so happy with the decision and felt way more like a human, but 3 months later my mild acne became severe, to the point where I could barely leave the house. I spent months seeing a naturopath, trying to heal it with supplements and diet and lifestyle, but it was just getting worse and I was getting more and more scarring on my previously scarless face, so I admitted defeat and got on spironolactone (androgen suppressor)

I’ve been taking that for 5 months and haven’t had any bad side effects and my acne has cleared up, but I feel really defeated. The entire point of getting off the pill was to balance my body naturally and now I’m on a hormone regulator that’s likely not much better for me than the pill, but I’m terrified to quit because the acne I had made me legitimately suicidal. In addition, my body looks quite a bit different than it did on the pill and I miss my feminine curves so much. I’m way thinner now and my curves are completely gone. I also got pregnant in May despite taking precautions and am now terrified of that happening again.

I’m contemplating getting back on the bc pill but I’m so scared of the health risks associated. I’m so angry that I ever got on it in the first place and went 12 (!!!) years without ever hearing the risks associated. I feel chained to medication—without it, my body falls apart, but it’s also what has caused my body to be unable to support itself in the first place. I dream of being free of pharma but I don’t know if it’s realistic for me given the damage that has been done. Would love to hear from anyone who has insight on the birth control pill, experience with this, or any advice that would help me weigh my options ❤️

Hey, a fellow health and wellness enthusiast. A few friends and I built HealthDoc, an AI tool that helps you analyze your bloodwork and get personalized health guidance.

There are plenty of health apps out there, but none really dive deep into understanding your bloodwork and connecting it with personalized lifestyle advice. So, we decided to build something that could.

At the core of HealthDoc, we help you do two things:

Understand your bloodwork: HealthDoc analyzes your lab results and breaks them down into easy-to-understand insights, helping you know what's normal, what needs attention, and how you can optimize your health. No more confusing medical jargon!

Get personalized feedback: We provide regular, AI-driven guidance tailored to your health data, lifestyle habits, and goals—whether it’s improving your diet, fitness, or overall wellness. It’s like having your own health coach, 24/7.

Our goal is to equip people who, like us, want more control over their health—whether you’re traveling, don't have a regular GP, or just want to be proactive with your health and wellness.

HealthDoc is out (https://healthdoc.info/), and we’d love feedback from the community to help us improve. Whether you’re a health enthusiast or someone just looking to understand your blood work better, we want to hear from you! What do you like? What could we do better? Drop your thoughts below and we’ll be sure to respond!

My son is now 2 years old and I have decided not to vaccinate him. I ended up going to the doctor around 5 months ago for a fever that wouldn’t go away (I was truthfully scared) and the doctor was awful to us. Whenever my child gets sick I always worry my decision was incorrect - mainly for the meningitis vaccine. Can I please get other input from this group? Much appreciated!