Best of both worlds
Only I know how important it is to really start taking my food sensitivities serious. Though the Elisa food sensitivity test told me some interesting things (that I might want to avoid large amounts of shellfish, go easy on the cinnamon and lentils/beans too I find), it really did not work for me. There are foods that I eat that are increasingly becoming more of a problem with me and before I do develop an allergy I need to deal. Most professionals that I have read about see the elimination diet as a good thing as it allows the body to heal and become cleared out of the problem foods. By not being continually irritated, the body heals well on it’s own. Then it can usually have those foods again.
Now I am not anti-allopathy as many know, though I do not always talk about. I am a middle ground thinker and so I like taking the best from both worlds. The other day I went to the doctor and was given Fluconazole to clear up my body of candida. As I have wrote about I have been ill off and on for about 10 or so months. Anyways, she gave me that and I was happy. I just can not be bothered to deal with this scary problem with herbs and tonics…*lol…rolling eyes* I know such things are can be good for mild issues, but the thought of dealing with it homepathicly, kind of made my skin crawl. On top of this I have ear eczema which can be serious. My Dr. did not give me anything here. She wants to see if with moisturizing and some light ‘freezing’ when needed, it will heal on it’s own. I really like her progressive thinking. I asked her if the yeast caused the ear condition and she said it was more likely the dry weather. My books say candida wreaks havoc on the immune system and would lead to things like allergies and other infections. The weather has been stupid cold so, who knows. Little of this, little of that…bam!
Every damn time I have dairy, my reactions are becoming worse and worse so I am FINALLY going to do an elimination diet to let my body relax and heal and then after 4 or so (maybe 6 weeks) I am going to start adding foods in, one by one. I wanted the easy way out by having a test done and it did little to help. This time I am listening to my body and taking charge. I sound all positive, but it is the hardest thing I will be taking on. No sympathy, I just need to be strong and know that this is for my health. The fact is I am eating foods that my body does not like and I need to respect the messages. I have ignored them for long enough. Really it is time to just do and not talk.
I am not happy to feel like a social outsider because of this, but who am I kidding, I have never been popular and being the person I am, being different is A-ok. Still this diet means I can almost not eat out or eat what others are eating. Boo hoo hey? Like there are worse things in the world then my poor poor bloodty diet. Get over it, is what I am telling myself. I started studying natural nutrition because of my health and if I hope to really help people with their wellness, then what better way then going through the uncomfortable changes myself. That part of me that just wants to be a rebel will just have to take a back seat and think like a growed up and not a big f’n baby.
I am eliminating all dairy and the most common allergens plus some veggies as they have proven to be problematic at times. I am also taking a shit load of supporting and healing vitamins, minerals and EFAs while healing and they are specific to the healing of eczema so I feel good about this.
MOVING ON………………………….. This does NOT have to define who I am at this moment or for the next month. It is my energy and this is my health !
Fun…what is fun? I am working on enjoying a new DVD, that is if Oscar will let me get through it today. Though I did cave quite easy when he was being a twit. I just did not have the energy really. Today I do my Budokon DVD that incorporates martial arts, yoga and meditation…YAH
Wishing everyone a great Friday and a relaxing weekend. Cheers to health and relaxation! *clink*
(((((((((Jennifer))))))))))) my dear friend, first let me tell you this “hands on hips” YOU ARE POPULAR!!!! you are loved….you are special….you are loving…and in my world and many others you are just NUMBER 1!!!! and don’t you ever forget it.
I don’t see you asking for sympathy here in your blog, I see a very smart girl writing down her thoughts. Its so important to vent sometimes….get it off your chest.
I’m so sorry though that you aren’t feeling 100% But Jennifer with your attitude, and education on all the foods and their reactions, I have no doubt in time you will feel 100%. I just wish you didn’t have to go through the painful parts. You don’t deserve that
You take care…and maybe that sweet Oscar will let you be for a bit LOL!!!
Love you bunches
Jane
The thing with food is, it can react in unique was for each person. So there is no one way that a food reacts, it is just a whole combination of things working to create issues. But the body is amazing in all that it does. Sometimes maybe it too just needs a vacation. Thank Jane.
It was tricky the other caving into the craving when I thought it was just a want. And I thought I could have it, but maybe some other time for such treats.
Wow, u have really educated yourself on this and are taking charge. Food allergies SCARE the crap out of me — I hope you figure out what is going on !
If I could plead with people about one thing, it would be to not be afraid of food or think of any food negatively. Been there done that, don’t do it! *hugs* Granted I do think sugar and chemicals are crap, but I read about them and it is hard not to. The best ways to avoid allergies: chew food well (until it is good and pastey..lol), do not eat large meals, aim for a more food combining type eating plan, research plant enzymes if you do think you have issues with food sensitivities and especially when wanting to eat “normal” as food combining is limiting, aim for 70% of the produce to be eaten raw, and do not dilute meals with fluids. One thing that can contribute to increased sensitivity is eating frequently. Yes we do this to raise our metabolism, but it does use up more enzymes needed for good digestion, so eating 3 meals and snacks only if hungry is a good way to decrease the chances of developing sensitivities/allergies. And eating a varied diet is also important. Whole foods!
What would be more important, eating a varied diet or eating more locally where the produce contains more enzymes? -I would go with local is more important. But varied is fun and FUN is important!!!
….sorry, I am just taking a break from studying. *geek*
Hi hon, it’s 1am and I’m wired from coffee which is really bad for me because I have not have coffee in over a month…….I want to read and understand everything but it’s not happening!
LOVE YA! Can I say I came by and attempted to make sense of your wonderfully written blog? Maybe if I can read it again tomorrow coffee-less it would make more sense.
You are so cute Nancy…hehe.
Hey if you do not have problems, no worries!
Jen, Jen, Jen. Do you not know how much you are loved? You are so good with the food and nutrition! I wish I was as disciplined as you