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Posted 6/22/2011 5:27 PM (GMT 0)
How many of you have to work at staying well? I do because if I don't I can get sick real fast. It's like I have a check off to make sure I did the following. Take my meds, rest, excercisie, eat well, drink fluids, do things for myself, dr. App., mental health app. I know there is more, but you know how the cognitive thinking goes. Lol
Posted 6/22/2011 6:26 PM (GMT 0)
I have to do things to keep myself healthy.  I get up, make myself presentable, and head out the door for my walk.  Lord only knows I don't want to do that.  I hate exercise!  But I hate how I feel if I don't exercise even worse!  So, I opt for the exercise.  When I get home, I make a good breakfast and take my medications and supplements with it.  Now, I'm ready to face the day.

 

I do plan what I want to accomplish daily so I have a goal.  If I didn't, I'd probably get nothing done. 

 

I do find it important to eat well.  I never grab a McDonald's.  I make good, fresh, homemade meals.  I honestly feel that this helps keep me healthier.  I also take my meds on time.  I have a pattern now so I don't have to think about it.  I also see my doctors regularly, even for preventative things, and I do get my flu shot every year.  I rarely get even a cold since I started doing that.  And, like you, I drink a lot of fluids.  Ice water is my beverage of choice.  I never would have thought that 20 years ago!  I was a Pepsi freak but now I love ice water with a little fresh lemon in it.  That's helping me stay healthy, too.

 

We have these chronic illnesses but we do learn how to deal with them.  Keeping ourselves healthy with good nutrition, good hydration, and well-rested helps our bodies function far better with these other illnesses.

 

Sherrine

 

Posted 6/22/2011 7:25 PM (GMT 0)
Yes, I have to do things to stay well. In 2008 I came down with a cold and for

a solid year had one every 2 weeks and then would feel okay for a week.

My white blood counts were also very low. After a year I read everything I could

on how to pump up my immune system. Now everyday I take 3000 vit c, kyolic

garlic, probiotic, olive leaf and if I feel like I am coming down with a cold I take

echinacea and umpkwa.

Two years ago I had a serious argument with my husband and the next day came

down with a cold that lasted a month. This was a major wakeup call for me about

the mind body connection, now I let go of stress and the need to be 'right'.

Then this year I felt myself getting sick, but the cold only lasted 3 days and was over.

Other than those two illnesses that is all I have had in the last 3 years and my

white blood cell count is now higher.

Sharon

Posted 6/22/2011 7:28 PM (GMT 0)
Forgot to add, I also try to do some sort of exercise daily, walking, yoga etc.

And I try to avoid sugar and refined carbos and drink lots of water and get

good rest.

Sharon

Posted 6/22/2011 8:00 PM (GMT 0)
I try to get at least 7-8 hours of sleep, take all my meds as prescribed, stay well hydrated and walk every evening. I also work a full time job and help my daughter take care of three small boys. I stay busy, I do not do well with idle time. Something on me always has to be moving. My down time is a good puzzle book and a movie on the blu-ray (at the same time) and snuggling with my new puppy. Although I like to be busy I do not do well with disorganization or chaos.

Although I have to do things to stay well, I do not dwell on them. They are part of my routine and thats all.

If I had to take something out of the equation it certainly would be all the doctor appts and tests. The copays are starting to get a bit rediculous.
Posted 6/22/2011 9:25 PM (GMT 0)
Sherrine, your form sounds like a commercial on TV for good health. I am impressed :)
Posted 6/23/2011 12:37 AM (GMT 0)
Wish I could work some, I get very tired easily. I am not in bed all day, but if I do something big it tears me up. I take each day one day at a time.I am working on getting out some, called socialization. It seems that my body does so much better when I am on a schedule. That is what triggered the thought.
Posted 6/23/2011 2:25 AM (GMT 0)
From the moment I wake up, I'm already doing gentle stretches before I get out of bed. Each day I psyche myself up for the day, trying to have an upbeat mindset so that it is possible to accomplish some of my goals for the day. Each day must include exercise and fun...without it, I burn out.

I do have to be careful to wash my hands often and stay away from people who are coughing or sneezing because I take immunosuppressants for the autoimmune stuff. Having fun and laughing keeps me going :)

Hugs, Robin
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