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LaurieRobo · 07-24-2007, 01:44 PM

I forgot about ACV.... I was drinking it last summer - I

it!!!!!

It also gets the couple extra tooth brushings in a day!!!

MeekNHumble · 07-24-2007, 01:48 PM

Allie... I just called the VS by my work and they have the "pearls" in stock! Yes! I'm leaving early to go get mines. Thanks again for starting this thread

Many, many blessings to you !

Tooter · 07-24-2007, 02:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Meekness29

Not at all, Chica !

Hey, I think I have Heniz (misp) brand of ACV at home. Ya'll know... the brand that most grocery stores carry. Can I use that kind?

Sorry if I sound dumb

That is not a dumb question, it's a very good one. It really needs to be "Raw" apple cider vinegar. Braggs is the brand to get. It has the "Mother" in it (cloudy looking stuff packed full of good nutrition and LIVE enzymes).

You can find Braggs in Larger Grocery stores. Usually it's with the Organic stuff (not with other vinegars). Ask your grocery store if they carry it, if you can't find it. Also, any health food store would carry it.

MeekNHumble · 07-24-2007, 04:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tooter

That is not a dumb question, it's a very good one. It really needs to be "Raw" apple cider vinegar. Braggs is the brand to get. It has the "Mother" in it (cloudy looking stuff packed full of good nutrition and LIVE enzymes).

You can find Braggs in Larger Grocery stores. Usually it's with the Organic stuff (not with other vinegars). Ask your grocery store if they carry it, if you can't find it. Also, any health food store would carry it.

Thanks!

I'll go look for the Braggs brand tomorrow

Also, I purchased 1 months supply of Pearls (I took 2 on the way home

) along with 1 box of Pearls Xpress Powder.

Allie (or anyone who knows)... quick questions: Can I mix the powder w/a little water? I'm scared to dump the entire pack in my mouth, moisten, and swallow

PH

Thanks !

AllieCat0817 · 07-24-2007, 05:28 PM

Meek
1) the pearls probably won't work IMMEDIATELY- be patient!
2) You can EITHER buy the Pearls (little circle 'pills') OR the powder packets. Now I bought both.. I take one pearl at 5 when I wake up, and I use a packet of the powder in my evening yogurt..... so you can buy one or the other.. or both...

Yes you can mix the powder with water. The first time I dumped it straight in my mouth, and it was GOOD tasting. I'm serious.

123Nkechi · 07-24-2007, 05:48 PM

Wow! I just read this whole post and this is a lot of information. It is so great of you all to open yourselves up and share so we call can learn.

JKat · 07-24-2007, 05:51 PM

Allie I just read the whole thread! I have used laxitives on and off since I was in my teens. I have also had stomach IBD for just as long. I get bloated all the time. Which makes me feel horrible about myself. I have been to gastroenterologist without any luck. I went right after work and bought the pearls. The package says one pill everyday. Is the packet something you just added?? Which digestive enzymes are you taking??

Thank you so much for posting. Maybe this will help me too!! I hope!

beautifulme · 07-24-2007, 05:54 PM

ThaNKS FOR SHARING with us Alliecat.
I once had a problem with "going" and I started eating Activa(light).Yogurt and cottage cheese.I believe that they come with probiotics in them.There is also VIVE cereal that I eat with pro and prebiotics in it.That stuff REALLY help..a lil too much.
I really appreciate you always being so open and honest on this board.

AllieCat0817 · 07-24-2007, 06:16 PM

Thanks everybody for reading this!

Quote:

Originally Posted by JKat

Allie I just read the whole thread! I have used laxitives on and off since I was in my teens. I have also had stomach IBD for just as long. I get bloated all the time. Which makes me feel horrible about myself. I have been to gastroenterologist without any luck. I went right after work and bought the pearls. The package says one pill everyday. Is the packet something you just added?? Which digestive enzymes are you taking??

Thank you so much for posting. Maybe this will help me too!! I hope!

I'm no doctor...... but for me I really think MY bloating and stomach pain was BECAUSE of the daily senna tea. I really do. Yes the package says one pill daily but I read some reviews online at various sites where some chose to do it twice a day. I wanted to try the packet.. so I decided to do the pearl in the am and packet in the pm in my yogurt. The packet tastes SO GOOD! Right now I'm taking GNC Super Digestive Enzymes. I already ordered the Enzymatic Therapies (same company that makes the pearls) brand Mega-Zymes for when my GNC runs out. I feel like I am HEALING my tummy (and hopefully brain).

Gotogirl suggested possibly trying 5 pearls in the am and 5 pearls in the pm, for 6 days (60 pearls total)-- she read this either in a book or online by nutritionist Anne Louise Gittelman. She told me she did this last year with great results and hasn't 'needed' to do it since.

You can def take more than 1 pearl in a day. I wouldn't do more than 1 packet in a day though cuz those were SUPER potent for me.

fawn · 07-24-2007, 06:22 PM

Allie does it have bromelaine in it?

LaurieRobo · 07-24-2007, 07:14 PM

K - just a little accountablily here

No tea tonight....

First pearl down the hatch!!!

DiamondDeb · 07-24-2007, 07:14 PM

Allie, I know this couldn't have been easy to face and yet you have shared your experience in a way that is going to help others as well as yourself. You're handling this in a positive manner & that is exactly the kind of thing we expect from, well, YOU. I'm so glad the positive changes you're making now are helping.

Lots of good info in this thread for us all.

MeekNHumble · 07-24-2007, 07:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AllieCat0817

Meek
1) the pearls probably won't work IMMEDIATELY- be patient!
2) You can EITHER buy the Pearls (little circle 'pills') OR the powder packets. Now I bought both.. I take one pearl at 5 when I wake up, and I use a packet of the powder in my evening yogurt..... so you can buy one or the other.. or both...

Yes you can mix the powder with water. The first time I dumped it straight in my mouth, and it was GOOD tasting. I'm serious.

I purchased BOTH and took 2 pearls on my way home from TVS

I haven't taken the powder yet. I will right before bed. My gassy as I was earlier today. I'll be patient... I know it will take time to work

Thanks again

MeekNHumble · 07-24-2007, 07:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AllieCat0817

Thanks everybody for reading this!

I'm no doctor...... but for me I really think MY bloating and stomach pain was BECAUSE of the daily senna tea. I really do. Yes the package says one pill daily but I read some reviews online at various sites where some chose to do it twice a day. I wanted to try the packet.. so I decided to do the pearl in the am and packet in the pm in my yogurt. The packet tastes SO GOOD! Right now I'm taking GNC Super Digestive Enzymes. I already ordered the Enzymatic Therapies (same company that makes the pearls) brand Mega-Zymes for when my GNC runs out. I feel like I am HEALING my tummy (and hopefully brain).

Gotogirl suggested possibly trying 5 pearls in the am and 5 pearls in the pm, for 6 days (60 pearls total)-- she read this either in a book or online by nutritionist Anne Louise Gittelman. She told me she did this last year with great results and hasn't 'needed' to do it since.

You can def take more than 1 pearl in a day. I wouldn't do more than 1 packet in a day though cuz those were SUPER potent for me.

Can you take 5 pearls in the am and 5 pearls in the pm along with one pack for 6 days? Do you think that is to much ?

Simba1 · 07-24-2007, 07:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fawn

Have you thought about Apple Cider Vinegar Allie? This alkalizes your body and helps your minerals as well. It's an awesome product.

Hi, I'm new to the board. I use ACV for myself and my dog. Great stuff!!

I'm glad to hear you are feeling better Alli! Thanks for sharing

Mindy · 07-24-2007, 07:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AllieCat0817

Honestly, weight loss forums have taught me that there is really no need to be ashamed of our weight (start weight included) and everyone is in the same boat (to varying degrees). There's no shame in it- and knowing that other people are in your boat is a big help. I mean yeah I'm ashamed to admit what I did, because I have been put on a 'pedestal' by many people here. Put no one on a pedestal, because we all have our issues. Seriously.

Still do... spent years struggling with the purging side of bulimia... ended up in the ER once years ago when I lived away and only got to come home twice a year - was mortified at the thought of coming home with extra weight... so I binged and purged myself into the ER because I was dehydrated... was asked in the ER if I was bulimic... of course I denied it... I was released and the next day I was back at it.... was able to finally conquer that a few years ago but have never been able to give up the laxatives... for the same exact reasons you gave...

I appreciate you being open about your struggles, but it does help to know that we are not alone. I grew up around a grandmother that abused laxatives to keep weight down and a mom that starved herself back when that was the rage and taught me to do the same (not consciously but by her actions)... for a while, I was able to quit (I had starved myself skinny) but my ex made a critical error when he told me I looked great but would be so much hotter if I dropped another 20... then proceeded to talk about women on TV... that sent me into a downward spiral to try to drop the 20 I didn't need to lose...

I don't know if I'll ever be ready to give the laxatives up entirely... it took a lot to give up the purging... ironically, it was when my ex-husband left me that I took the first step toward recovery from that part...

lowcarbette · 07-24-2007, 07:48 PM

Miz Allie~

You continue to inspire.

MeekNHumble · 07-24-2007, 08:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MindyK

Still do... spent years struggling with the purging side of bulimia... ended up in the ER once years ago when I lived away and only got to come home twice a year - was mortified at the thought of coming home with extra weight... so I binged and purged myself into the ER because I was dehydrated... was asked in the ER if I was bulimic... of course I denied it... I was released and the next day I was back at it.... was able to finally conquer that a few years ago but have never been able to give up the laxatives... for the same exact reasons you gave...

I appreciate you being open about your struggles, but it does help to know that we are not alone. I grew up around a grandmother that abused laxatives to keep weight down and a mom that starved herself back when that was the rage and taught me to do the same (not consciously but by her actions)... for a while, I was able to quit (I had starved myself skinny) but my ex made a critical error when he told me I looked great but would be so much hotter if I dropped another 20... then proceeded to talk about women on TV... that sent me into a downward spiral to try to drop the 20 I didn't need to lose...

I don't know if I'll ever be ready to give the laxatives up entirely... it took a lot to give up the purging... ironically, it was when my ex-husband left me that I took the first step toward recovery from that part...

lou-bi-wan · 07-25-2007, 01:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jayelgee

Maybe we don't look up to you because your perfect. Maybe it's how you handle yourself when you're not perfect that makes you so respectable. I have a huge admiration for integrity and this thread is the perfect example of just that.

You've hit the nail on the head there . . . it's not perfection we admire at all at all because we are none of us perfect but we look to people for guidance and truth, it's your honesty we love Allie.

Tooter · 07-25-2007, 04:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LaurieRobo

K - just a little accountablily here

No tea tonight....

First pearl down the hatch!!!

Good for you!!!!

JKat · 07-25-2007, 04:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MindyK

Still do... spent years struggling with the purging side of bulimia... ended up in the ER once years ago when I lived away and only got to come home twice a year - was mortified at the thought of coming home with extra weight... so I binged and purged myself into the ER because I was dehydrated... was asked in the ER if I was bulimic... of course I denied it... I was released and the next day I was back at it.... was able to finally conquer that a few years ago but have never been able to give up the laxatives... for the same exact reasons you gave...

I appreciate you being open about your struggles, but it does help to know that we are not alone. I grew up around a grandmother that abused laxatives to keep weight down and a mom that starved herself back when that was the rage and taught me to do the same (not consciously but by her actions)... for a while, I was able to quit (I had starved myself skinny) but my ex made a critical error when he told me I looked great but would be so much hotter if I dropped another 20... then proceeded to talk about women on TV... that sent me into a downward spiral to try to drop the 20 I didn't need to lose...

I don't know if I'll ever be ready to give the laxatives up entirely... it took a lot to give up the purging... ironically, it was when my ex-husband left me that I took the first step toward recovery from that part...

Mindy

Both my grandmother and mother abused laxitives and went through periods of bulimia and not eating. I too have tried to break the cycle. I have an occasional set back but for the most part have good days. I just can not go to the bathroom! Allie has done a great thing here! She opened a debate so we can all share and know we are not alone!

JKat · 07-25-2007, 04:18 AM

Allie....thank you!! Its good to see that we are not alone!

AllieCat0817 · 07-25-2007, 06:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fawn

Allie does it have bromelaine in it?

No. The enzymes I take might but I dont think I remember seeing that on the list.. but it might

AllieCat0817 · 07-25-2007, 06:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Meekness29

I purchased BOTH and took 2 pearls on my way home from TVS

I haven't taken the powder yet. I will right before bed. My gassy as I was earlier today. I'll be patient... I know it will take time to work

Thanks again

I shole hope you don't BLOW UP taking 2 pearls and 1 packet! Please report in!

AllieCat0817 · 07-25-2007, 06:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Meekness29

Can you take 5 pearls in the am and 5 pearls in the pm along with one pack for 6 days? Do you think that is to much ?

I am scared to do that right now. Because I went STRAIGHT from the tea one night (and being TOTALLY CLEANED OUT- in a bad bad way), to taking the pearls the very next day. I don't know what you result will be, since you sound 'backed up' right now. This is so gross, sorry

AllieCat0817 · 07-25-2007, 06:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MindyK

Still do... spent years struggling with the purging side of bulimia... ended up in the ER once years ago when I lived away and only got to come home twice a year - was mortified at the thought of coming home with extra weight... so I binged and purged myself into the ER because I was dehydrated... was asked in the ER if I was bulimic... of course I denied it... I was released and the next day I was back at it.... was able to finally conquer that a few years ago but have never been able to give up the laxatives... for the same exact reasons you gave...

I appreciate you being open about your struggles, but it does help to know that we are not alone. I grew up around a grandmother that abused laxatives to keep weight down and a mom that starved herself back when that was the rage and taught me to do the same (not consciously but by her actions)... for a while, I was able to quit (I had starved myself skinny) but my ex made a critical error when he told me I looked great but would be so much hotter if I dropped another 20... then proceeded to talk about women on TV... that sent me into a downward spiral to try to drop the 20 I didn't need to lose...

I don't know if I'll ever be ready to give the laxatives up entirely... it took a lot to give up the purging... ironically, it was when my ex-husband left me that I took the first step toward recovery from that part...

Mindy-- thanks for posting. I always read what you have to say. OK how about this.... on your first day not using a lax, try the Acidophilus Pearls and just see what happens. Give it a try. I still can't believe I am VERY regular (moreso than when I was drinking the senna tea). Even after that huge salad yesterday I still 'went' super good this morning with NO issues- and salad is usually what bloats/backs me up. These convos are getting gross- sorry for that yall.

LaurieRobo · 07-25-2007, 06:50 AM

This is just not a right conversation....

No tea - took 2 pearls at bedtime... moving nicely this am....

AllieCat0817 · 07-25-2007, 06:50 AM

Just got done reading everything since I last checked in. Thanks so much for all of your support AND understanding! I think many more of us battle this way of thinking that anyone realized-- you just don't think anything is WRONG with thinking that way, until it is brought to light.

AllieCat0817 · 07-25-2007, 06:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LaurieRobo

This is just not a right conversation....

No tea - took 2 pearls at bedtime... moving nicely this am....

TOLD YA!! You couldn't 'move' before without the tea?????

ScarletBlonde · 07-25-2007, 06:56 AM

I admire your honesty and integrity in all of this.

This thread has been very enlightening.

I had used and abused teas and laxatives in the past. I had even considered 'cleaning out' my system in the next couple of days.

Good thing this thread came up.

I got the pearls at GNC. I didn't go the bathroom, but I got the headache from h3ll last night.

07-24-2007, 05:51 PM	#127
JKat MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Dec 2005 Posts: 1,564 Gallery: JKat Stats: 180/135/125 WOE: atkins Start Date: December 2005	Allie I just read the whole thread! I have used laxitives on and off since I was in my teens. I have also had stomach IBD for just as long. I get bloated all the time. Which makes me feel horrible about myself. I have been to gastroenterologist without any luck. I went right after work and bought the pearls. The package says one pill everyday. Is the packet something you just added?? Which digestive enzymes are you taking?? Thank you so much for posting. Maybe this will help me too!! I hope! Last edited by JKat; 07-24-2007 at 05:53 PM..

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07-24-2007, 01:44 PM	#121
LaurieRobo Senior LCF Member Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 806 Gallery: LaurieRobo Stats: Maintenance 175/148/less than 150 WOE: Fueling my workouts and running with plenty of FAT Start Date: March 2002	I forgot about ACV.... I was drinking it last summer - I it!!!!! It also gets the couple extra tooth brushings in a day!!!

07-24-2007, 01:48 PM	#122
MeekNHumble MarriedNChrist to Rob Join Date: Mar 2004 Posts: 14,776 Blog Entries: 14 Gallery: MeekNHumble Stats: 230/202/? WOE: HCG at 206.8 on 11/16/2009	Allie... I just called the VS by my work and they have the "pearls" in stock! Yes! I'm leaving early to go get mines. Thanks again for starting this thread Many, many blessings to you !

07-24-2007, 05:28 PM	#125
AllieCat0817 Way too much time on my hands! Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Southeastern Coastal SC Posts: 12,206 Gallery: AllieCat0817 Stats: 213.5/136.5/140 WOE: Atkins Maintenance Start Date: 5/23/03	Meek 1) the pearls probably won't work IMMEDIATELY- be patient! 2) You can EITHER buy the Pearls (little circle 'pills') OR the powder packets. Now I bought both.. I take one pearl at 5 when I wake up, and I use a packet of the powder in my evening yogurt..... so you can buy one or the other.. or both... Yes you can mix the powder with water. The first time I dumped it straight in my mouth, and it was GOOD tasting. I'm serious.

07-24-2007, 05:48 PM	#126
123Nkechi MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Girl Raised in the South (Carolina)! Posts: 1,210 Blog Entries: 20 Gallery: 123Nkechi Stats: Fat/Still Fat/Not So Fat WOE: Fiber!!! Start Date: Starting Over AGAIN!!!	Wow! I just read this whole post and this is a lot of information. It is so great of you all to open yourselves up and share so we call can learn.

07-24-2007, 05:54 PM	#128
beautifulme Senior LCF Member Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 976 Blog Entries: 1 Gallery: beautifulme Stats: 275-?-140 WOE: Whole foods. Start Date: Everyday....	ThaNKS FOR SHARING with us Alliecat. I once had a problem with "going" and I started eating Activa(light).Yogurt and cottage cheese.I believe that they come with probiotics in them.There is also VIVE cereal that I eat with pro and prebiotics in it.That stuff REALLY help..a lil too much. I really appreciate you always being so open and honest on this board.

07-24-2007, 06:22 PM	#130
fawn Way too much time on my hands! Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 12,195 Gallery: fawn Stats: sz 18/4 WOE: Whole organic, free range, wild caught, pastured Start Date: February 7, 2000	Allie does it have bromelaine in it?

07-24-2007, 07:14 PM	#131
LaurieRobo Senior LCF Member Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 806 Gallery: LaurieRobo Stats: Maintenance 175/148/less than 150 WOE: Fueling my workouts and running with plenty of FAT Start Date: March 2002	K - just a little accountablily here No tea tonight.... First pearl down the hatch!!!

07-24-2007, 07:14 PM	#132
DiamondDeb Fat Burning Machine Extraordinaire! Join Date: Jun 2002 Posts: 53,772 Gallery: DiamondDeb	Allie, I know this couldn't have been easy to face and yet you have shared your experience in a way that is going to help others as well as yourself. You're handling this in a positive manner & that is exactly the kind of thing we expect from, well, YOU. I'm so glad the positive changes you're making now are helping. Lots of good info in this thread for us all.

07-24-2007, 07:48 PM	#137
lowcarbette Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Home of the Hawkeyes Posts: 4,370 Gallery: lowcarbette Stats: (Pregnant 200#) 162/115 WOE: ZC	Miz Allie~ You continue to inspire.

07-25-2007, 04:18 AM	#142
JKat MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Dec 2005 Posts: 1,564 Gallery: JKat Stats: 180/135/125 WOE: atkins Start Date: December 2005	Allie....thank you!! Its good to see that we are not alone!

07-25-2007, 06:50 AM	#147
LaurieRobo Senior LCF Member Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 806 Gallery: LaurieRobo Stats: Maintenance 175/148/less than 150 WOE: Fueling my workouts and running with plenty of FAT Start Date: March 2002	This is just not a right conversation.... No tea - took 2 pearls at bedtime... moving nicely this am....

07-25-2007, 06:50 AM	#148
AllieCat0817 Way too much time on my hands! Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Southeastern Coastal SC Posts: 12,206 Gallery: AllieCat0817 Stats: 213.5/136.5/140 WOE: Atkins Maintenance Start Date: 5/23/03	Just got done reading everything since I last checked in. Thanks so much for all of your support AND understanding! I think many more of us battle this way of thinking that anyone realized-- you just don't think anything is WRONG with thinking that way, until it is brought to light.

07-25-2007, 06:56 AM	#150
ScarletBlonde Big Yapper!!!! Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Puerto Rico Posts: 7,776 Gallery: ScarletBlonde	I admire your honesty and integrity in all of this. This thread has been very enlightening. I had used and abused teas and laxatives in the past. I had even considered 'cleaning out' my system in the next couple of days. Good thing this thread came up. I got the pearls at GNC. I didn't go the bathroom, but I got the headache from h3ll last night.