Guest guest Posted March 6, 2008 Report Share Posted March 6, 2008 It's Tax Time! Get tips, forms and advice on AOL Money Finance. Having trouble viewing this email? Read it online. Want to change your service? Update your subscription, or (sniff) . Mar 06, 2008 BANG FOR THE BITE Natural allergy relief lets you get outside to enjoy the outdoors - but singlehandedly save those outdoors it won't. COCKTAIL FACTOID Sure it is: In 2001, Michael Jackson showed up to a TV Guide interview with his nose covered in bandages. " It is analgesic tape, for allergies, " he explained. LIKE THIS TIP? Then check out . . .The Air Purifiers TipThe Cleaning Products Tip RATE THIS TIP How useful is this tip?(5 is the highest) 1 2 3 4 5 Are you a slave to Claritin? The Bite Break free with natural remedies. They can be just as effective as allergy drugs, but usually have fewer side effects, so you can unchain yourself from the tissue box without resorting to synthetics. The Benefits Abolishing side effects. OTC and prescription allergy drugs have not-so-great side effects, such as anxiety, drowsiness, headaches, insomnia, and a weaker immune system. Getting back to work. Allergies result in almost 4 mil missed workdays every year. Fewer synthetic chems in pills = fewer synthetic chems that could end up in our ecosystems. Personally Speaking Our SF office is one big room and a couple of us get pretty bad allergies this time of year, so we researched this tip mainly so that the rest of us could get some relief from all the freakin' sneezing and sniffling. Wanna Try? Sinus Buster Allergy Formula - up-the-nose shooter with the natural antihistamine stinging nettle, plus hot pepper to clear your sinuses - it's more soothing than it sounds, we promise ($16). Eclectic Institute Nettle and Quercetin - contains stinging nettle and the veggie-derived quercetin (another proven antihistamine), in capsule form ($10). Nature's Way Marshmallow Root - you can't roast them over the fire, but these organic capsules help with itchy, irritated throats ($6). DIY Bite: If pollen causes your allergies, try some local honey (find producers here), which has low levels of pollen unique to your area and helps your body build up a natural immunity to it. Also: Vacuum often, keep windows tightly closed, and consider replacing carpet with bamboo or tile. Enter to win a newly designed Biter Bottle just by taking our little 22-question survey - plus, vote on the new Biter Bottle design! Sponsor UNSUBSCRIBE | CHANGE YOUR PREFERENCES | PRINT THIS TIP CONTACT US | EDITORIAL POLICY | PRIVACY POLICY | DISCLAIMER | AFFILIATES © IDEAL BITE, INC. You are d as cyndikrall. If you would like to , go here. All above editorial suggestions are the result of testing and preference. No one can pay to be in a Daily Tip. Read more on our editorial policy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 6, 2008 Report Share Posted March 6, 2008 This one mentions taking local honey to help build an immunity to polens if you are allergic to them. I did ask my allergist about this, and he said there is no truth in it. I have heard about it working for some people, which rocks, but could just be a placebo affect. So if there is anyone out there it works for, I'm jealous. I recently finally got the nerve to ask what exactly is honey... and i didn't like the answer. Was pretty gross, to me anyway. I won't go into it here, though. Don't want to ruin anything for anyone...lol. ~Kris cyndikrall wrote: It's Tax Time! Get tips, forms and advice on AOL Money Finance. Thu, 6 Mar 2008 03:51:53 -0700cyndikrallFrom: Ideal Bite <dailytipChained Reaction Having trouble viewing this email? Read it online. Want to change your service? Update your subscription, or (sniff) . Mar 06, 2008 BANG FOR THE BITE Natural allergy relief lets you get outside to enjoy the outdoors - but singlehandedly save those outdoors it won't. COCKTAIL FACTOID Sure it is: In 2001, Michael Jackson showed up to a TV Guide interview with his nose covered in bandages. "It is analgesic tape, for allergies," he explained. LIKE THIS TIP? Then check out . . .The Air Purifiers TipThe Cleaning Products Tip RATE THIS TIP How useful is this tip?(5 is the highest) 1 2 3 4 5 Are you a slave to Claritin? The BiteBreak free with natural remedies. They can be just as effective as allergy drugs, but usually have fewer side effects, so you can unchain yourself from the tissue box without resorting to synthetics. The Benefits Abolishing side effects. OTC and prescription allergy drugs have not-so-great side effects, such as anxiety, drowsiness, headaches, insomnia, and a weaker immune system. Getting back to work. Allergies result in almost 4 mil missed workdays every year. Fewer synthetic chems in pills = fewer synthetic chems that could end up in our ecosystems. Personally SpeakingOur SF office is one big room and a couple of us get pretty bad allergies this time of year, so we researched this tip mainly so that the rest of us could get some relief from all the freakin' sneezing and sniffling. Wanna Try? Sinus Buster Allergy Formula - up-the-nose shooter with the natural antihistamine stinging nettle, plus hot pepper to clear your sinuses - it's more soothing than it sounds, we promise ($16). Eclectic Institute Nettle and Quercetin - contains stinging nettle and the veggie-derived quercetin (another proven antihistamine), in capsule form ($10). Nature's Way Marshmallow Root - you can't roast them over the fire, but these organic capsules help with itchy, irritated throats ($6). DIY Bite: If pollen causes your allergies, try some local honey (find producers here), which has low levels of pollen unique to your area and helps your body build up a natural immunity to it. Also: Vacuum often, keep windows tightly closed, and consider replacing carpet with bamboo or tile. Enter to win a newly designed Biter Bottle just by taking our little 22-question survey - plus, vote on the new Biter Bottle design! Sponsor UNSUBSCRIBE | CHANGE YOUR PREFERENCES | PRINT THIS TIP CONTACT US | EDITORIAL POLICY | PRIVACY POLICY | DISCLAIMER | AFFILIATES© IDEAL BITE, INC. You are d as cyndikrall. If you would like to , go here.All above editorial suggestions are the result of testing and preference. No one can pay to be in a Daily Tip. Read more on our editorial policy. Don't forget to check out my blog at:www.roguedecadence.vox.com & my online store at:www.roguedecadence.etsy.com Looking for last minute shopping deals? Find them fast with Search. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 7, 2008 Report Share Posted March 7, 2008 I can think of a lot more disgusting things people eat every day than honey, lol. Did you guys know that a lot of beekeepers will feed their bees high fructose corn syrup for honey production? I'll never buy honey that is not fully organic and raw again. Not that raw has anything to do with being organic, but I do believe in the properties of honey, allergies not withstanding. And people "wonder" about the collapse of the honey bee. :-( cyndi In a message dated 3/6/2008 12:36:53 P.M. Pacific Standard Time, strange_decadence writes: This one mentions taking local honey to help build an immunity to polens if you are allergic to them. I did ask my allergist about this, and he said there is no truth in it. I have heard about it working for some people, which rocks, but could just be a placebo affect. So if there is anyone out there it works for, I'm jealous. I recently finally got the nerve to ask what exactly is honey... and i didn't like the answer. Was pretty gross, to me anyway. I won't go into it here, though. Don't want to ruin anything for anyone...lol. ~Kris It's Tax Time! Get tips, forms and advice on AOL Money Finance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 7, 2008 Report Share Posted March 7, 2008 Kris, Try taking bee pollen pill for your allergy.Sinse I had been taking it, I do not have hay fever,or any problems with pollen.I am still allergic to pork and mold and mildew. Paula B.Kris DuVall <strange_decadence wrote: This one mentions taking local honey to help build an immunity to polens if you are allergic to them. I did ask my allergist about this, and he said there is no truth in it. I have heard about it working for some people, which rocks, but could just be a placebo affect. So if there is anyone out there it works for, I'm jealous. I recently finally got the nerve to ask what exactly is honey... and i didn't like the answer. Was pretty gross, to me anyway. I won't go into it here, though. Don't want to ruin anything for anyone...lol. ~Kris cyndikrall (AT) aol (DOT) com wrote: It's Tax Time! Get tips, forms and advice on AOL Money Finance. Thu, 6 Mar 2008 03:51:53 -0700cyndikrall (AT) aol (DOT) comFrom: Ideal Bite <dailytip (AT) idealbite (DOT) com>Chained Reaction Having trouble viewing this email? Read it online. Want to change your service? Update your subscription, or (sniff) . Mar 06, 2008 BANG FOR THE BITE Natural allergy relief lets you get outside to enjoy the outdoors - but singlehandedly save those outdoors it won't. COCKTAIL FACTOID Sure it is: In 2001, Michael Jackson showed up to a TV Guide interview with his nose covered in bandages. "It is analgesic tape, for allergies," he explained. LIKE THIS TIP? Then check out . . .The Air Purifiers TipThe Cleaning Products Tip RATE THIS TIP How useful is this tip?(5 is the highest) 1 2 3 4 5 Are you a slave to Claritin? The BiteBreak free with natural remedies. They can be just as effective as allergy drugs, but usually have fewer side effects, so you can unchain yourself from the tissue box without resorting to synthetics. The Benefits Abolishing side effects. OTC and prescription allergy drugs have not-so-great side effects, such as anxiety, drowsiness, headaches, insomnia, and a weaker immune system. Getting back to work. Allergies result in almost 4 mil missed workdays every year. Fewer synthetic chems in pills = fewer synthetic chems that could end up in our ecosystems. Personally SpeakingOur SF office is one big room and a couple of us get pretty bad allergies this time of year, so we researched this tip mainly so that the rest of us could get some relief from all the freakin' sneezing and sniffling. Wanna Try? Sinus Buster Allergy Formula - up-the-nose shooter with the natural antihistamine stinging nettle, plus hot pepper to clear your sinuses - it's more soothing than it sounds, we promise ($16). Eclectic Institute Nettle and Quercetin - contains stinging nettle and the veggie-derived quercetin (another proven antihistamine), in capsule form ($10). Nature's Way Marshmallow Root - you can't roast them over the fire, but these organic capsules help with itchy, irritated throats ($6). DIY Bite: If pollen causes your allergies, try some local honey (find producers here), which has low levels of pollen unique to your area and helps your body build up a natural immunity to it. Also: Vacuum often, keep windows tightly closed, and consider replacing carpet with bamboo or tile. Enter to win a newly designed Biter Bottle just by taking our little 22-question survey - plus, vote on the new Biter Bottle design! Sponsor UNSUBSCRIBE | CHANGE YOUR PREFERENCES | PRINT THIS TIP CONTACT US | EDITORIAL POLICY | PRIVACY POLICY | DISCLAIMER | AFFILIATES© IDEAL BITE, INC. You are d as cyndikrall (AT) aol (DOT) com. If you would like to , go here.All above editorial suggestions are the result of testing and preference. No one can pay to be in a Daily Tip. Read more on our editorial policy. Don't forget to check out my blog at:www.roguedecadence.vox.com & my online store at:www.roguedecadence.etsy.com Looking for last minute shopping deals? Find them fast with Search. Looking for last minute shopping deals? Find them fast with Search. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 7, 2008 Report Share Posted March 7, 2008 Speaking of allergies, I have to tell you guys a story. I have HORRIBLE allergies, both nasal, and skin related. My skin is so sensitive, I can't use anything with perfumes or dyes, etc. You get the picture. Anyway, i have started transitioning to the Budwig diet, to try cure my cancer naturally. The basis of the diet is Flax seed oil and cottage cheese, blended together to bind the Omega 3 fatty acids in the flaxseed oil and the sulphur proteins in the cottage cheese. Supposedly this will build up the immune system to the point where the cancer cells will die a natural death, being competed out by normal cells. This is a simplistic explanation of the diet, but you can google for more info if anyone is curious. Soooooo, since I have started taking this flaxseed oil/cottage cheese mixture, I suddenly noticed the other day that my allergies have improved dramatically. And i don't say that lightly. At a time of year when the trees are blooming here and it's the worst time of year for me, I feel great. I'm not saying that large doses of omega 3 fatty acids are a cure for allergies, but maybe I was so deficient in O3's that this has made a big difference to me. I have taken fish oil in the past, but not at these doses. I never noticed any difference in allergies or anything else. And you can't take just plain oil, fish or flax, at large doses by themselves without binding them to the cottage cheese. The body just can't process all that oil. It's the binding of them with the cottage cheese that allows the body to absorb the oil. Just thought I'd pass on the info, in case anyone was interested, lol. I'll keep you all posted as I try out this diet to see if I experience any results. cyndi In a message dated 3/7/2008 11:04:48 A.M. Pacific Standard Time, p1l2b3 writes: Kris, Try taking bee pollen pill for your allergy.Sinse I had been taking it, I do not have hay fever,or any problems with pollen.I am still allergic to pork and mold and mildew. Paula B. It's Tax Time! Get tips, forms and advice on AOL Money Finance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 8, 2008 Report Share Posted March 8, 2008 Is the Budwig diet in addition to your normal eating or is it the exclusive food for you? And what is your doctor reaction to this remedy? Just curious. I have no allergies but my cousing does to tree pollen. I will tell him about it. Thanks for mentioning it. Barbara Speaking of allergies, I have to tell you guys a story. I have HORRIBLE allergies, both nasal, and skin related. My skin is so sensitive, I can't use anything with perfumes or dyes, etc. You get the picture. Anyway, i have started transitioning to the Budwig diet, to try cure my cancer naturally. The basis of the diet is Flax seed oil and cottage cheese, blended together to bind the Omega 3 fatty acids in the flaxseed oil and the sulphur proteins in the cottage cheese. Supposedly this will build up the immune system to the point where the cancer cells will die a natural death, being competed out by normal cells. This is a simplistic explanation of the diet, but you can google for more info if anyone is curious. Soooooo, since I have started taking this flaxseed oil/cottage cheese mixture, I suddenly noticed the other day that my allergies have improved dramatically. And i don't say that lightly. At a time of year when the trees are blooming here and it's the worst time of year for me, I feel great. I'm not saying that large doses of omega 3 fatty acids are a cure for allergies, but maybe I was so deficient in O3's that this has made a big difference to me. I have taken fish oil in the past, but not at these doses. I never noticed any difference in allergies or anything else. And you can't take just plain oil, fish or flax, at large doses by themselves without binding them to the cottage cheese. The body just can't process all that oil. It's the binding of them with the cottage cheese that allows the body to absorb the oil. Just thought I'd pass on the info, in case anyone was interested, lol. I'll keep you all posted as I try out this diet to see if I experience any results. cyndi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 9, 2008 Report Share Posted March 9, 2008 The Budwig diet is exclusive. I'm still working it all in. It takes time. I haven't talked to my doctor about it yet. I haven't seen her since she told me about the recurrence. I'll see her the end of March to go over my bloodwork and I'll talk to her about it then. i don't really think she'll have too much to protest at this stage. We may clash later, lol, but what can she do? I can't have the chemo again, so other than the Rituxan i am getting now, what else is there? It looks like it's up to me to try to heal this myself. Cyndi In a message dated 3/7/2008 7:33:06 P.M. Pacific Standard Time, barbara3 writes: Is the Budwig diet in addition to your normal eating or is it the exclusive food for you? And what is your doctor reaction to this remedy? Just curious. I have no allergies but my cousing does to tree pollen. I will tell him about it. Thanks for mentioning it. Barbara It's Tax Time! Get tips, forms and advice on AOL Money Finance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 10, 2008 Report Share Posted March 10, 2008 Don't get me wrong, I would not do chemo again, even if I could. You know what I went thru before. I would never want to go thru that again. I am sure Rituxan and Budwig are not compatible. But Kail asked me to try the Rituxan once, so I said I would. That is why I'm not in too much of a hurry to eat exclusively Budwig, for the moment. But it's still good nutrition, and will hopefully help build my immune system, while I am in transition. I have one Rituxan treatment left this week. I can't have another series for 6 months. So I have 6 more months to see if Budwig can make any difference. Then I'll have to make the decision on whether or not to start Rituxan again. That's when all the clashing will begin, lol. But it may take years before the Budwig diet will make a difference. So at some point, I will have no choice but to go one way or the other. I'd rather try the Budwig diet. Cyndi In a message dated 3/9/2008 7:44:41 P.M. Pacific Daylight Time, barbara3 writes: Yes, I think so too. The medical establishment has nothing else to offer you and thankfully you have a freedom to refuse her "treatment" which did not work first time so it would not work the second time either. But, I don't think you can take that drug, Rituxan while on Budwig diet. I don't think they are compatible.....Just my gut feeling as I don't really know. Barbara It's Tax Time! Get tips, forms and advice on AOL Money Finance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 10, 2008 Report Share Posted March 10, 2008 Supposedly it just targets the affected B cells. It was part of the chemo regimen I had before. So, I've had it before. The worst side effect is a lot of joint pain. Makes walking painful. My knees have it the worst, and the center of my chest. So sleeping is hard(er) too. It seems to be making my neuropathy worse. I am highly motivated not to have to do this again, lol. Cyndi In a message dated 3/9/2008 8:37:56 P.M. Pacific Daylight Time, barbara3 writes: I understand that Kail wants you to try Rituxan but what does it suppose to do to the cancer and what does it do to you? Barbara It's Tax Time! Get tips, forms and advice on AOL Money Finance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 10, 2008 Report Share Posted March 10, 2008 They call this immunotherapy, not chemotherapy, but it makes no difference. All drugs have side effects. i'm tired of them all. Cyndi In a message dated 3/9/2008 9:12:34 P.M. Pacific Daylight Time, barbara3 writes: So it is part of the chemo, that's what made your neuropathy so painful....Thankfully, this will be the last treatment. Barbara It's Tax Time! Get tips, forms and advice on AOL Money Finance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 10, 2008 Report Share Posted March 10, 2008 Yes, I think so too. The medical establishment has nothing else to offer you and thankfully you have a freedom to refuse her "treatment" which did not work first time so it would not work the second time either. But, I don't think you can take that drug, Rituxan while on Budwig diet. I don't think they are compatible.....Just my gut feeling as I don't really know. Barbara The Budwig diet is exclusive. I'm still working it all in. It takes time. I haven't talked to my doctor about it yet. I haven't seen her since she told me about the recurrence. I'll see her the end of March to go over my bloodwork and I'll talk to her about it then. i don't really think she'll have too much to protest at this stage. We may clash later, lol, but what can she do? I can't have the chemo again, so other than the Rituxan i am getting now, what else is there? It looks like it's up to me to try to heal this myself. Cyndi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 10, 2008 Report Share Posted March 10, 2008 I understand that Kail wants you to try Rituxan but what does it suppose to do to the cancer and what does it do to you? Barbara Don't get me wrong, I would not do chemo again, even if I could. You know what I went thru before. I would never want to go thru that again. I am sure Rituxan and Budwig are not compatible. But Kail asked me to try the Rituxan once, so I said I would. That is why I'm not in too much of a hurry to eat exclusively Budwig, for the moment. But it's still good nutrition, and will hopefully help build my immune system, while I am in transition. I have one Rituxan treatment left this week. I can't have another series for 6 months. So I have 6 more months to see if Budwig can make any difference. Then I'll have to make the decision on whether or not to start Rituxan again. That's when all the clashing will begin, lol. But it may take years before the Budwig diet will make a difference. So at some point, I will have no choice but to go one way or the other. I'd rather try the Budwig diet. Cyndi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 10, 2008 Report Share Posted March 10, 2008 So it is part of the chemo, that's what made your neuropathy so painful....Thankfully, this will be the last treatment. Barbara Supposedly it just targets the affected B cells. It was part of the chemo regimen I had before. So, I've had it before. The worst side effect is a lot of joint pain. Makes walking painful. My knees have it the worst, and the center of my chest. So sleeping is hard(er) too. It seems to be making my neuropathy worse. I am highly motivated not to have to do this again, lol. Cyndi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 10, 2008 Report Share Posted March 10, 2008 No matter what they call this, it is paiful! Barbara They call this immunotherapy, not chemotherapy, but it makes no difference. All drugs have side effects. i'm tired of them all. Cyndi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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