flyithi

Hi. My doc says there are 3 main meds for FM. Cymbalta, Savella and Lyrica. I am trying Cymbalta for the second time. The first time (about 2 years ago) it was fantastic. I felt like I was 20 something again however there were negative sexual side affects so I went back to Savella. Starting last fall the pain relief from…

My Dr. says the best FM exercise is walking, low impact aerobics and swimming. I've been doing those for 2 years but hit a weight loss plateau last summer. I changed things up this year by logging onto this site, got a trainer for strength exercises and weight lifting and I still mix in the old stuff also. Doc is very…

I was doing my own thing successfully for 2 years (aerobics, treadmill, floor work) then wasn't loosing weight anymore so I decided I needed to shake things up and got a trainer in January. It is true - they are good for learning form, staying away from injury, pushing you hard and a good sounding board. With her I do…

I had this about 15 year ago from not wearing shoes around the house and I agree it was absolutely horrible. I tried everything; ice, PT, better shoes, stretching and custom orthodics (which hurt and don't fit in many shoes). Then I came upon Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy (ESWT) at my podiatrist, It took 30 min in the…

I would not suggest the surgury. I know 5 people who have had it and only one kept the weight off and she is always working to keep it that way. The others ate their way back to their old size or more. I have learned the behavior/habits are what has to change. If that isn't done, surgury is only a short term fix. Mostly…

I just made these for a superbowl party. They were very labor intensive and the flavor was so-so. I would add more spices if I made them again. Even though I pressed them hard down into the pans they were very delicate and fell apart somewhat. I was able to fool my daughter who doesn't eat veggies. She had NO idea they…