Posts by granitetiger25

Honestly, it all comes down to what you're putting in your body, so I’d say make sure you're getting plenty of fruits, veggies, walnuts, and almonds—but especially lots of dairy—and you'll probably see your hair start looking way more vibrant in just about two weeks. No amount of fancy salon products is going to do much if you aren't nourishing it from the inside out, I guess.
I know, I know, this might sound like some old wives' tale or like someone's trying to brainwash you with outdated advice, but I'm telling you this strictly from my own personal experience.
If you've been on some kind of crazy diet lately, there's a pretty good chance your hair and nails are going to take a hit, but once you get back to a regular, balanced eating routine, everything usually starts looking better almost immediately.

Whether it’s an exercise bike, a stepper, an elliptical, or honestly just whatever random gear you've got lying around—even if it's just the extra cardio you get from scrubbing the kitchen floors—it all helps when you're feeling like you don't have enough actual workout equipment at home.

Yeah, I think Elena has one in downtown Chicago. You should probably check around the Loop or maybe somewhere near Michigan Avenue. I remember seeing her set up over on State Street a while back, but I have a feeling she might have moved things over to Wacker Drive or somewhere closer to the river recently.
So, I was thinking about that Ulla Popken place—you know, that shop specifically for people 46 and up? Honestly, it’s where I used to go back when I was dealing with some extra weight, and they seriously have everything. Like, they aren't just stuck in one lane; they’ve got sporty stuff, really elegant pieces, things for younger vibes, older vibes... you name it, and the prices are actually pretty reasonable too, which is a huge plus. We don't have one here in the city yet, but if you're ever out in Graz, just head right into the center. It’s super easy to find, right near the H&M.

I mean, I wash my hair at least five times a week, and honestly, I just stick with that L'Oréal Elseve shampoo and I haven't had any issues with my hair at all, I guess.

300 mg of magnesium and some coffee

or maybe just

600 mg of Motrin—which, I mean, is honestly pretty heavy on the stomach, but if you don't take it on an empty stomach, it should be fine, I guess.

300 mg of magnesium and some coffee

or maybe

600 mg of Motrin—which, I mean, that's probably pretty rough on the stomach, but if you don't take it on an empty stomach, it should be fine, I guess

Yeah, honestly, I’m the same way—every single time I touch my shoes, I head straight to the sink to scrub my hands with soap and then follow it up by disinfecting them with some antiseptic spray.
By the way, if you use a hand sanitizer specifically designed to be applied after washing, it kind of gives you this extra layer of bacterial protection that lasts for maybe six hours? I guess it might help you feel a little less grossed out. You can just grab one at a CVS or a Walgreens; just look for the stuff meant for post-wash use.

Next time you head over to that reception desk at the UnitedHealth Group, you should honestly just pull them aside and ask why they can't seem to pick up the phone, you know? Like, why on earth should you have to call back two whole hours later just to get a simple answer? I mean, you’re paying for a service, so you've totally got the right to an actual response for your money. And maybe, if you feel up to it, tell the doctor that if things ever get that disorganized again, it’s just not okay to leave a patient hanging like that. You're literally their client! Look, lady, just speak up and ask for what you're entitled to since you're the one footing the bill.

So, I was scrolling through this thread for a bit trying to find some answers, but I couldn't really dig up much of anything useful, I guess. I’m actually super curious myself about where exactly this takes place, like what's the specific location? And does anyone know the damage it does to your wallet—how much does a treatment like this usually run? Also, I'm wondering how long you're stuck in the chair for, too. If anyone could point me in the right direction, I’d seriously appreciate it!

So, I used to wear those semi-rigid contacts, and I really tried to make them work—I mean, I spent like two whole months just trying to get my eyes used to them—but they were honestly such a huge pain, and I could never go more than maybe two hours without feeling super uncomfortable. Eventually, I just gave up and switched over to the soft ones, though the catch was that I had to order them from some specialty supplier out of state and end up waiting like two or three months just for them to arrive in the mail. Ugh, thank goodness those days are finally behind me, though; I just went in to get my vision correction surgery done, so no more contact lens drama for me!

Look, listen to me, you should really try to find some locally made St. John's Wort oil and just massage it really deeply into your scalp every single night before you hit the hay. I’m pretty sure it actually works, honestly, because my brother was dealing with the exact same issues. It’s basically that calendula oil mixed with St. John's Wort, and you can usually pick it up at pharmacies or drugstores, though I guess they tend to dilute it quite a bit most of the time.
Don't let washing your hair every morning become this huge, exhausting chore, but if you do, maybe just use a super mild shampoo—if you can find one with chamomile, like that Johnson's Baby stuff, that would be ideal.
Anyway, that’s all I’ve got, but I really hope it helps you out, since it worked for my brother in like, what, three days?

Yeah, they're actually pretty decent, I guess... I ended up picking up both my espresso machine and my water filtration system from them recently.