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Posted 3/31/2011 5:56 AM (GMT 0)
but lately i was getting a bit obsesses with buying of health products and supplements. then i realised not all suits me. like last nite i was in the train, i got a little breathless, and that was uncomfortable. after alighting i went for a walk, and end up purchasing american ginseng with honey which i thought would help for the energy level/tiredness prob. but i couldn't sleep well and felt abit edgy. and i don't know if it was due to the ginseng i took. or the earlier anxiety related symptoms i had. but i did google and found that some ppl may get insomnia, restlessness when taking ginseng.

and i felt like lately i've been buying quite a bit of health suppelements, as and when i see something that i think might help with anxiety symptoms. and now that itself is making me feel kinda down and anxious, as i thought some of it might go to waste if its not suitable for me. eg the ginseng. and i plan to stop doing this. how do u curb urself not to go overboard with supplements and at the same time get what is necessary to help ease with anxiety/panic symptoms

i just need to write it out, even tho it might be absurd topic. eyes

thanks for reading...

Posted 3/31/2011 1:39 PM (GMT 0)
Good Morning,

Your topic is not absurd so please feel comfortable venting. I am wondering when was the last time you had a physical exam by your PCP. It may be a good idea to get a medical exam to rule out anything physical and while at the Drs. talk about your anxiety as well as the use of natural products to help decrease your anxiety.

You may want to check out these links:

Kindly,
Kitt
Posted 3/31/2011 2:42 PM (GMT 0)
What's the old saying? "Everything in moderation" (I think it's an ancient Greek axiom)

Don't feel silly, anyone who has been through the sufferings of A/P would be willing to try anything and everything to feel well again.

It is obvious by your post though, that you have a level head about this, and will be careful not to go overboard. I am glad that you came to this realization so early, as some break the bank on this issue, and even do harm to their bodies:(

I am sure that you are fine, but Kitt's suggestion is a good one. I hate to go to the doctor, but just did all of my yearly stuff...no fun, but so nice to know that all is well!

Keep up the good work, use just the herbs that help and ditch the rest:)
S.C.
Posted 3/31/2011 8:46 PM (GMT 0)
I'd maybe take it easy on those supplements. They often don't deliver what they promise. But there have been some clinical studies with some of them, so those are the ones I'd look at. When somebody wants me to buy something from them because it's going to to this or that, my first thought is: "prove it".

My doctor also said to be careful about where you buy stuff. With no regulation it's hard to be sure what you're getting, so she says established health food stores are the best places.
Posted 4/1/2011 12:00 PM (GMT 0)
Ditto to the above. I think everyone that suffers from anxiety grasp at any straw that will make them feel better. There is alot of junk out there, someone is always trying to make a buck. Get a check up and try just adding some basic vitamins to a good diet and that alone may help how you feel better. I am a big avocate that caffeine is really really bad for some people and can cause alot of nervousness. Keep trying and find what works for you, believe me, it is worth the effort.

Gem
Posted 4/6/2011 2:31 AM (GMT 0)
kitt, the last time i had a thorough health checkup was about 2 years ago. i don't know if its too soon to for another one. but for the next therapy appt, a blood test would be done on me to check on the thyroid, liver, and kidney.

S.C. totally agree. moderation is the key. i stopped buying further new supplements for now :D
bck to the usual supplements like fish oil, b complex etc.

debaser, yeap agree on getting it from established health stores. just that i need to curb myself from trying too many supplements which i'm not sure works or not.

Gem: i went off caffeine too for about 6 months now. although once in a blue moon i'd take a few small sips to quiet those cravings. the temptation comes eg. at work when co workers makes a cup of cofee and the tantalising aroma reaches my lil cubicle..
Posted 4/6/2011 5:41 AM (GMT 0)
I do the same lol I bought GABA the other day and only took 1 capsule from it:( waste of 20 something bucks, wasted about 80% of a valerian root bottle too and uhhh let me see, took B Complex and didnt really feel any better...besides my urine being neony which was kinda cool

if you have a good well balanced diet with no nutritional deficiencies and there is probably no need for supplements as thats all they are...supplements to supplement your diet
Posted 4/6/2011 1:15 PM (GMT 0)
smilingrose

Good Morning ! Hope today is a good day for you.

Things have changed for you so I think going to the Drs. is still a good idea. 2 years ago is a fair amount of time and not to soon to visit your PCP, IMHO.

Remember, leading a healthy life doesn’t make you immune to disease. Also, the yearly physical is a way for you to get a professional opinion about your health from someone who knows far more than we do.

I wish you peace,

Kitt
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