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My Newest Ailment: Eczema
I know I admitted to having hypochondria earlier in the week, so I might seem a little like the boy who cried wolf.But I cleared up my constipation (by eating a high fiber breakfast in the form of cereal or oatmeal) and am now ready to move onto a new ailment: eczema.
I never had eczema until I moved to Denver. The dry air really did a number on my hands, as well as two patches of really dry skin on my belly. A doctor confirmed that the dry patches were eczema and prescribed medication.
Since I’m always skeptical of medication (so often it covers the symptoms but doesn’t … Read More
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Juicing
My amazing assistant teacher has been generously bringing me fresh-squeezed juice. I’m starting to wonder if home-juicing might be the best way for me to get some more vitamins and minerals into my diet.Lord knows I do not need another appliance. We already have a crock pot, George Foreman grill, bread maker, KitchenAid mixer, waffle iron, blender, quesadilla maker, Cuisinart, ice cream maker, fondue pot, and orange juicer (and I’m sure I’m forgetting to name something). Crazy overboard, I know.
Hmm…maybe one of those appliances can be used to juice? Like maybe my Cuisinart?
I have a lot of trouble fitting enough vegetables into my diet. I don’t eat … Read More
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My First Acupuncture Visit
I went to the acupuncturist for the first time last week for a 30-minute introduction. I quickly realized: I am a mess. I am a stress fest.The acupuncturist didn’t even have to say anything to me; I was able to self-diagnose. Before I went in, I looked back over the length of my menstrual cycles for the past two years. I quickly realized: The more stress I have in my life, the longer my cycle is.
When I tried to explain my situation to the acupuncturist, I started crying. I was getting stressed about my stress.
Seeing the very tangible impact of stress on my body has inspired me … Read More
