I need to admit this to you guys - I know I'm not the only one

[Tooter]

Originally Posted by LaurieRobo

This is just not a right conversation....

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

Well, how about me getting excited for ya?

I'm So happy that your "Train" Pulled into the Station, on time and with no troubles!

[Low Carb Mommy]

Alliecat, I did the Yeast Spit Test this morning and yuck! It looks like from that test I have some yeast issues as well! I got my Atkins book out and started reading about it. I have been in a stall for months now(up and down with the same weight) and this may be why. I have a few of the symptoms as well.

So, what do I do from here? Do I start taking the probiotics? Do I cut out the mold foods as well? I know a while back I saw some pills you could take for Candida at GNC. Does anyone know what ingredients they have in them? Has anyone tried getting rid of it that way? Need some help here! Thanks!

[MeekNHumble]

Allie, I didn't take the pack yet. Im about to take two pearls now and take the pack before bed.

Thanks !

I'm glad this info is helping everyone !!

[LaurieRobo]

Originally Posted by AllieCat0817

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

Ya... and I was getting to the point that even the tea didn't always help LOL!!!

[Dottie]

[LaurieRobo]

Originally Posted by Tooter

Well, how about me getting excited for ya?

I'm So happy that your "Train" Pulled into the Station, on time and with no troubles!

LOL... I was pretty excited - this is getting bad!!!!

I almost spewed water all over my keyboard

[AllieCat0817]

Originally Posted by Low Carb Mommy

Alliecat, I did the Yeast Spit Test this morning and yuck! It looks like from that test I have some yeast issues as well! I got my Atkins book out and started reading about it. I have been in a stall for months now(up and down with the same weight) and this may be why. I have a few of the symptoms as well.

So, what do I do from here? Do I start taking the probiotics? Do I cut out the mold foods as well? I know a while back I saw some pills you could take for Candida at GNC. Does anyone know what ingredients they have in them? Has anyone tried getting rid of it that way? Need some help here! Thanks!

I ordered Threelac (I dont know where you can get it locally). You can do a search on here, and google to learn about it-- but it has gotten great reviews from what I can tell. We'll see....

Threelac is another probiotic with strains other than the one in the Acidophilus Pills. Now that I see how probiotics affect my body, I have faith.

[AllieCat0817]

Originally Posted by LaurieRobo

Ya... and I was getting to the point that even the tea didn't always help LOL!!!

AMAZING that the pearls worked for you right away like that when even the tea wouldn't sometimes.

[dcarlee]

I admire you for coming out with this information. Good for you.

[AllieCat0817]

Carlee everytime I see your avatar I start feenin for a steak!

[Kissa]

Allie this is a wonderful thread.

I don't have any of these problems myself but it is so important to air these issues and you have really opened a 'can of worms' here.

This should go into the amazing posts!

Well done and good luck everyone.

[lisabinil]

Originally Posted by LaurieRobo

LOL... I was pretty excited - this is getting bad!!!!

I almost spewed water all over my keyboard

Me too! If your train's on time with no problems then mines usually a train wreck!

[dae_tona]

Allie, I'm slow at posting to this but I admire you for being so brave in posting this. It takes a very courageous, strong woman to be able to admit something like this. And I'm sure you feel lighter now just posting this!

I've never had issues with laxatives, etc. but I have had issues with starving myself to stay thin...it took me a long time to admit to that...but I felt so much better when I was able to share it with others.

I heard Threelac is the best thing out there on the market. I was researching something awhile back & read about Threelac.

If anyone wants a tea to help get things moving, just drink something called Licorice Spice (made by Stash) - it has licorice in it which helps you to 'go' but it does not have the harsh ingredient Senna in it. This has done wonders for me. One cup of that & I'm good to go...

Dyan

[LaurieRobo]

Originally Posted by AllieCat0817

AMAZING that the pearls worked for you right away like that when even the tea wouldn't sometimes.

It couldda been a delayed reaction from Monday night's tea that didn't work yesterday too


and I had 2 cups yoggie yesterday and 1 cup kefir... so blasting with good bacteria!

At least I'm not blasting out the rear end

[Tooter]

Originally Posted by lisabinil

Me too! If your train's on time with no problems then mines usually a train wreck!

*In my BEST Johnny Cash Voice*

"I hear that train a-commin', it's rollin' around the bend
And I ain't seen the sunshine since I don't know when....."

[Psalm 79]

Hi Allie - I just saw this.

Just wanted to send you a cyber hug.

You didn't have to admit this to anyone.

I am proud of you and am anxious to see your progress.

Annie

[Portia]

Good for you, Alli - you addressed the problem and took steps to correct it. You're inspiring, as always.

I've never taken a laxative in my life, but I have used priobiotics whenever I go on antibiotics.

There is also a great one for kids called "Children's Florestor", for anyone who might have to put their children on antibiotics. Ask pediatrician first, of course.

[Low Carb Mommy]

Thanks Alliecat!

[JONAH'S GRANNY]

I take Super 8 Hi-Potency Probiotics with 15 billion cells and includes 8 strains of good bacteria. It along with the 369 oils really does the job. Whole Foods has a huge variety of Probiotics. I have been told by many that those which require refrigeration are the best to use.

Its amazing just how many people does or has had the laxative dependency problem. Did it start for most of you after you started lowcarb? If so, I wonder if many of us were not eating the proper fiber Dr. Atkins suggested we eat in the form of 2 cups salad, etc.? I'm sure this was the case for me as well as not getting enough exercise in the beginning. I know in the beginning it was hard getting in the exercise needed due to feeling so poorly from "carb withdrawal".

Thanks again, Allie.

[JONAH'S GRANNY]

I just realized Netrition also sells the one I take. Good explanation of it as well as a lower price than Whole Foods.

[Mindy]

Originally Posted by JKat

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!

I totally agree.

One thing that definitely helped me gain control over the purging was when I discovered the damage I was doing to my vocal chords. I'm a singer and do a bit of performing, so I knew I had to do anything I could to regain control.

I guess the laxatives are harder to kick because it's "easier" than purging.

[MeekNHumble]

Originally Posted by JONAH'S GRANNY

I take Super 8 Hi-Potency Probiotics with 15 billion cells and includes 8 strains of good bacteria. It along with the 369 oils really does the job. Whole Foods has a huge variety of Probiotics. I have been told by many that those which require refrigeration are the best to use.

Its amazing just how many people does or has had the laxative dependency problem. Did it start for most of you after you started lowcarb? If so, I wonder if many of us were not eating the proper fiber Dr. Atkins suggested we eat in the form of 2 cups salad, etc.? I'm sure this was the case for me as well as not getting enough exercise in the beginning. I know in the beginning it was hard getting in the exercise needed due to feeling so poorly from "carb withdrawal".

Thanks again, Allie.

Yes, my addition began after I started low carb. And, I believe it was b/c I was not (and am no) eating proper fiber

[Yellobrix]

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.

Just a quick tidbit of information -- raw apple cider can harbor e.coli bacteria, and if your gut is stripped of friendly bacteria, that's a bad combo. But, you can kill off e.coli naturally, with cinnamon.

Read below to understand how:

Cinnamon kills E.coli in apple juice. | Retail Trade > Food and Beverage Stores from AllBusiness.com

ScienceDaily: Cinnamon Is Lethal Weapon Against E. Coli O157:H7

I think it's interesting -- and very cool -- that so many spices and flavorings have protective and preservative effects on the foods we eat.

[MeekNHumble]

Originally Posted by AllieCat0817

I ordered Threelac (I dont know where you can get it locally). You can do a search on here, and google to learn about it-- but it has gotten great reviews from what I can tell. We'll see....

Threelac is another probiotic with strains other than the one in the Acidophilus Pills. Now that I see how probiotics affect my body, I have faith.

How much did you pay for the Threelac?

[Zenngrl]

Originally Posted by AllieCat0817

Just brush after you do it!

Acutally I've been told that brushing directly after eating acid can cause damage and wear the enamel away faster. So maybe we can drink it through straws?

[Zenngrl]

Originally Posted by Simba1

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

Hi and welcome!! I have a quick question. How do you get your dog to drink it? We put in the water and he refused it. We were using it as a hopeful treatment of fleas, because the others weren't working!

[Tooter]

Originally Posted by Yellobrix

Just a quick tidbit of information -- raw apple cider can harbor e.coli bacteria, and if your gut is stripped of friendly bacteria, that's a bad combo. But, you can kill off e.coli naturally, with cinnamon.

Read below to understand how:

Cinnamon kills E.coli in apple juice. | Retail Trade > Food and Beverage Stores from AllBusiness.com

ScienceDaily: Cinnamon Is Lethal Weapon Against E. Coli O157:H7

I think it's interesting -- and very cool -- that so many spices and flavorings have protective and preservative effects on the foods we eat.

I can't believe you posted that. Weird, when I would make that drink with Apple cider Vinegar? I would dilute it in water, add some stevia and cinnamon alot of the time. It tasted GREAT!

Cool!!!!!

[Mindy]

Originally Posted by AllieCat0817

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.

Really? I never think of anything I have to say as being very important -- I appreciate that someone else does...

I guess, since you talked me into it , I'll get some Pearls tomorrow when I go out and give them a shot. It might help get me me "ready" to move on to phase II of the ED recovery...

Like I said in my last post, I think the laxatives are harder to kick for me than the purging because I could see the evidence of the purging causing damage to my vocal chords - not to mention that purging is hard than the "other")... it's gotten almost to the point where I don't even think about taking them - I just do as a part of my nighttime routine... I'm sure I'm doing damage, but since it's not a damage I can "see" or "feel", I just don't think about it... but I am getting close to 40 and know that I need to take care of more than just what I can see and feel.

[MeekNHumble]

Allie... I'm jealous, I still haven't "moved"...

[fawn]

So, what do I do from here? Do I start taking the probiotics? Do I cut out the mold foods as well? I know a while back I saw some pills you could take for Candida at GNC. Does anyone know what ingredients they have in them? Has anyone tried getting rid of it that way? Need some help here! Thanks!

Coconut oil
oil of oregano

These are very good natural yeast fighters. Stay away from vinegars, mushrooms, cheeses, olives......I know there's more......if you search candida on google you can find it Beth.

Great info Yellowbrix thank you!