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Posted 12/11/2014 11:56 PM (GMT 0)
Hi Everyone-
Just dropping by to wish everyone Happy Holidays!
I joined the UC forum in 2010 after a colectomy was recommended by my GI.
So happy that I refused it and took the advice of several people who contributed to this site.
After years of colonoscopies every 6 months, my GI has backed off on pushing for the surgery.
Life is good at this point where I can go out without worry. Urgency is gone and I am thankful every day for my good fortune.
Still cook most meals at home and do not mess with foods that can cause problems. Seem to be able to tolerate more healthy foods as time goes by. Currently trying the GOMBS diet (Joel Fuhrman).

I see that there are a lot of new members and I would say to them that there is a lot to be learned from the people who belong to this forum. I will always be grateful for the info I got that enabled me to be where I am today. Thanks again, guys.

Hope everyone has a wonderful holiday season!
IAS :-)
Posted 12/12/2014 12:22 AM (GMT 0)
Keep up the good work.
Posted 12/12/2014 12:25 AM (GMT 0)
Welcome back IAS!

Glad to hear that you are healthy with no more dysplasia and the stereotactic biopsy turned out OK. Keep up the good work and continue being healthy.

BTW I changed my screen name from babeinthewoods to iamcurious. Too many mistook me as female.
Posted 12/12/2014 12:32 AM (GMT 0)
Hey, I remember you lol! Glad to hear all is going well for you....
Posted 12/12/2014 12:33 AM (GMT 0)
Gilda Radner would be proud.

1) I am glad you are in good health (and spirits). I like your point about being thankful. Though I have my sad and depressing moments, I am learning to cultivate gratitude as well - as it is helping me remain mindful and happy of every situation, because I was in a similar boat last year (debating surgery and experimental medications).

I was shopping at whole paycheck today (thank aguywithuc for bringing it up) and I saw a quote in a calendar about gratitude that really ringed inside me:

"Gratitude as an astounding reliable, immediate way of becoming present" - Daniel Laporte.

2) Tell me more about Nexabiotic - did you see immediate results when starting it? I am looking for a good probiotic supplement that isn't expensive... nexabiotic is listed for $20 on amazon.

Best.

The Silent Guardian

A Watchful Protector
Posted 12/12/2014 1:10 AM (GMT 0)
Gary and Poppie - Thanks for the good thoughts.

Guardian7
Love the quote about gratitude. When I was young, I took good health for granted. It's only after experiencing UC (and other issues) that I've learned to be truly grateful for just feeling well.
(Guess you need to experience the bad to really appreciate the good.)

Here's the website where I buy Nexabiotics http://nexabiotic.com/
Lots of info there and it's guaranteed. 1 bottle $17.86. $4.95 flat shipping for any number of bottles.
I started with the more expensive brands but when I saw the number of strains available in the original product (Benebiotics), I switched over. Benebiotics became Nexabiotics - with 21 strains.

I take 2 each day first thing in the morning on an empty stomach.
Have taken some Saccharomyces Boulardii+MOS (Amazon) but not on a regular basis.
The other thing I have faithfully taken is Starwest organic Slippery elm powder mixed in a few ounces of juice every night before bed. I experience a marked reduction in "urgency" when I began using it. I've never stopped and probably never will. Don't mess with success.

Babe/IamCurious - How are you and what are you curious about??? :-)
Posted 12/12/2014 2:45 AM (GMT 0)
I'm so glad you're doing well!! I hope it continues on for you...it's always nice to see people checking back in every once in a while, and especially nice when they report on doing well....happy holidays to you!
Posted 12/12/2014 2:57 AM (GMT 0)
It is so nice to read good news!!!! All the best to you!
Posted 12/12/2014 11:18 AM (GMT 0)
so happy you're doing well!!!
Posted 12/12/2014 12:05 PM (GMT 0)
thanks for checking in on us IAS turn

glad things are going so well for you - hope what you are doing continues to work ............ well, FOREVER !
Posted 12/12/2014 9:36 PM (GMT 0)
Thank you, soy

Notice "no soy" in your signature.
Are you considering a screen name change?

Happy to see you're off meds and enjoying life :-)
IAS
Posted 12/12/2014 10:53 PM (GMT 0)
thanks :-)


you may have missed it IAS, but a few days ago soySOD was born - I've been considering it - but yes, Soy may be heading for the tofu trash bin - we'll see - stay tuned ;-)
Posted 12/13/2014 12:49 AM (GMT 0)
Hey IAS!

Good to hear from you! So glad you're doing well!
Posted 12/13/2014 12:54 AM (GMT 0)
Good to know someone is doing well :)
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