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by pinkynose
Mon May 09, 2016 12:45 pm
Forum: Everything Else...just no RLS!
Topic: Whacha readin?
Replies: 85
Views: 117481

Re: Whacha readin?

I know what you mean Ann. I can only read a few pages at a time.
by pinkynose
Mon May 09, 2016 12:42 pm
Forum: Everything Else...just no RLS!
Topic: Happy Mother's Day
Replies: 3
Views: 9040

Re: Happy Mother's Day

Thank you Sojourner. Much appreciated :)
by pinkynose
Sun May 08, 2016 11:25 pm
Forum: Everything Else...just no RLS!
Topic: Whacha readin?
Replies: 85
Views: 117481

Re: Whacha readin?

I also liked the Theory of Everything. I tried to read a Brief History of Time some years back and probably only got 1/4 of it. I prefer fiction and have been reading a lot of historical fiction lately. Right now I'm reading "The Nightengale" by Kristin Hannah. I think it's well written an...
by pinkynose
Mon Mar 07, 2016 11:06 pm
Forum: Physical Treatments
Topic: Temperature Shock
Replies: 9
Views: 3506

Re: Temperature Shock

I live in a hot climate but I still use an electric blanket and I preheat my bed before I get in. When I wake in the night with leg issues (usually twitching) after stretching and walking I stand on the AC vent (mine is in the floor) until my feet are somewhat chilled and then get back in bed. It's ...
by pinkynose
Mon Mar 07, 2016 10:56 pm
Forum: Non-prescription Medicines, Supplements, Diet
Topic: Medical Marijuana
Replies: 521
Views: 93615

Re: Medical Marijuana

Hi Guys! I've been trying to read through the posts I've missed and as always have come across some great stuff! Peggy, I love your recipe for mj oil! I want to try that but I'm not sure how to cover up the smell... Florida still hasn't progressed much on that or any other front. I have been working...
by pinkynose
Sun Oct 11, 2015 7:22 pm
Forum: Non-prescription Medicines, Supplements, Diet
Topic: Probiotics - article illustrates difficulty with supplements
Replies: 6
Views: 2930

Re: Probiotics - article illustrates difficulty with supplem

It looks like Australia is doing some research on gut bacteria and weight: m In the meantime I was motivated by Ann and I am making some sauerkraut! I was a Media Specialist for 25 years and one of my primary responsibilities was teaching information literacy which included Website Evaluation. I'm s...
by pinkynose
Sun Oct 11, 2015 2:55 pm
Forum: Non-prescription Medicines, Supplements, Diet
Topic: Probiotics - article illustrates difficulty with supplements
Replies: 6
Views: 2930

Re: Probiotics - article illustrates difficulty with supplem

Interesting article Ann. Thanks. I do not waste my money any more by buying expensive probiotics in health food stores and agree with much of what was written. I am a bit suspicious (as is my nature) because I remember reading some time back bad press about Vox.com and their writers lack of objectiv...
by pinkynose
Sun Oct 11, 2015 2:06 pm
Forum: Physical Treatments
Topic: TENS stimulation for WED/RLS: Effective parameters
Replies: 47
Views: 17081

Re: TENS stimulation for WED/RLS: Effective parameters

I bought my tens machine-7000 through Amazon for $25.00. It has helped me with muscle cramps and twitching. My usual placement is my low back and I use the 2 other pads on one calf, then the other. I can not tell which is positive and which is negative as there are no markings. I also bought the sep...
by pinkynose
Thu Oct 08, 2015 5:35 pm
Forum: Non-prescription Medicines, Supplements, Diet
Topic: Medical Marijuana
Replies: 521
Views: 93615

Re: Medical Marijuana

Thanks Ann for that great link!
by pinkynose
Thu Oct 08, 2015 1:25 am
Forum: Non-prescription Medicines, Supplements, Diet
Topic: Medical Marijuana
Replies: 521
Views: 93615

Re: Medical Marijuana

Hi Crazy Joe. Fatigue especially muscle fatigue can be a cause of fasciculations (twitching) It's a Catch 22. Twitching keep us from sleeping and lack of sleep may cause twitching! Fasciculations can also be a calcium and/or Magnesium deficiency or from a number of diseases. Thanks NatWest. It's goo...
by pinkynose
Wed Oct 07, 2015 10:23 pm
Forum: Non-prescription Medicines, Supplements, Diet
Topic: Medical Marijuana
Replies: 521
Views: 93615

Re: Medical Marijuana

I apologize for not posting regularly. A few months ago i found out my primary issue is Neuropathy, probably small fiber neuropathy (sensory) and my seconday is either RLS or Benign Fasciculations. On the topic of daily use of mm, I was recently told by a PH.D in Neurology who does research for a pr...
by pinkynose
Wed Sep 16, 2015 6:25 pm
Forum: Non-prescription Medicines, Supplements, Diet
Topic: Medical Marijuana
Replies: 521
Views: 93615

Re: Medical Marijuana

Hey Crazy Joe. Not be able to sleep has probably been the biggest problem I have had with my symptoms. Everyone one of the "prescribed" drugs I have taken that help me sleep have a trade off the next day. Whether it be feeling hung over, lack of energy, memory problems, etc. None of them w...
by pinkynose
Mon Sep 14, 2015 11:55 pm
Forum: Non-prescription Medicines, Supplements, Diet
Topic: Medical Marijuana
Replies: 521
Views: 93615

Re: Medical Marijuana

You have to show proof you are a resident in CA. At least that was what I was told when I called to set up an appointment.
by pinkynose
Mon Sep 14, 2015 10:22 pm
Forum: Non-prescription Medicines, Supplements, Diet
Topic: Magnesium........does it help??
Replies: 35
Views: 12873

Re: Magnesium........does it help??

I wish you had been my chemistry teacher Steve! That was a great explanation. I was told that info by someone I thought was credible. I agree Ann it's hard to know who or what to trust.
by pinkynose
Mon Sep 14, 2015 9:21 pm
Forum: Non-prescription Medicines, Supplements, Diet
Topic: Medical Marijuana
Replies: 521
Views: 93615

Re: Medical Marijuana

It takes about an hour to get a mm card in Cali. It's not cheap. I think it was $175 for a year.