I haven't scrolled through this whole thread yet—but I just wanted to chime in on what I've heard regarding psoriasis... People say it’s actually a blood and liver issue that just shows up on your skin. Sounds a bit out there to me (just an alternative take), but there might be some truth to it because I know someone who dealt with a really nasty case. They tried using these herbal ointments, but it actually made everything swell up and things got way worse... however, after a while, it all cleared up—even though they had sores and crusting all over their body... and now they're totally fine! From what I understand, modern medicine doesn't have a real cure for it...
Hands down—honey is the absolute best sweetener out there!
I used to worry about losing all its good stuff if I stirred it into hot drinks... But honestly? Who cares? Even if it does lose a little bit of potency, it’s still lightyears ahead of any processed sugar. From what I've gathered, white and brown sugar are basically just two different ways to be unhealthy. Honey is a legit healthy choice! You just have to be picky about which kind you grab, since certain types can totally change the flavor profile of your drink...🙂
I think there’s been a bit of a misunderstanding here. I wasn't talking about additives or any of that stuff you guys jumped to—my point was simply that people eat the wrong things and they eat way too much, which is what I believe drives modern diseases... I'm not even talking about emulsifiers, preservatives, or junk like that. We’re overdoing it on meat and protein in general, which we know can be harmful in massive amounts and is honestly just unnecessary! An adult really only needs a few grams a day, yet people are slamming 200g or more! And it's not just meat, either—it's all the milk, cheese, and so on. Then there's the massive amount of white flour and sugar being eaten—which is also super toxic and destructive... yet at the same time, people aren't eating nearly enough fruits and veggies. Fruit usually just ends up as a dessert... That's what I meant. Plus, I used my own experience as an example: by cutting back on meat, sugar, and white bread to a minimum, I actually managed to get my high blood pressure under control. Modern medicine doesn't have a real answer for this—some doctors call it "essential" hypertension. They claim they don't know the cause... Well, then why don't people living closer to nature on a sparse diet deal with high blood pressure? (think places like the Andes, the Caucasus, or somewhere in Africa) Nobody seems to mention how important the GI (glycemic index) is, either! Someone mentioned that vegetarians get high blood pressure too... well, if they aren't eating meat, maybe they're overloading on starches and proteins that spike their blood sugar—which triggers insulin, which then spikes your blood pressure... just in case you didn't know. On top of that, you've got a lack of movement and not drinking enough water. That's just as critical for blood pressure. Look, I'm no expert, I'll admit that—but I listen to people who have experimented on themselves and made discoveries that modern medicine ignores or refuses to acknowledge... I'm pretty skeptical of the medical establishment and doctors who just hand out pills left and right (I'm speaking from my own experience and my whole family's history)
Just wanted to throw a little theory out there for everyone to chew on... Lately, I’ve been diving deep into the world of healthy eating, and I’ve come to this conclusion: pretty much all modern ailments—if not most of them—stem from a crappy diet. What do you guys think? We're talking high blood pressure, heart disease, diabetes, cancer, even just basic cavities... it's all linked back to what we put in our bodies. People used to eat way less and were significantly healthier. Nowadays, we're constantly overloading on meat, sugar, and carbs. Everyone knows fat is bad, but it goes so much deeper than that. By cutting back on portions and actually being smart about my food choices, I managed to bring my blood pressure down from an average of 150/100 to 130/85. I even started tapering off my meds... (Iruzid and Atenolol). It feels like modern medicine only has one move: hand out pills, instead of just telling people, "Hey, maybe eat a little less." If I can finally kick the smoking habit too, I bet I'll hit that perfect blood pressure reading.
So, I spent my whole vacation down at the beach, and I tried doing the thing where you walk around barefoot or just in flip-flops. Honestly? It didn't do much for me. As for toe spacers—I wasn't using them, but clearly, I should be. I feel like I need to get my toes to spread out more naturally... maybe normalize things a bit. Right now, there's always this constant moisture, which obviously leads to those skin issues between the toes... I definitely need to do something about this so I can finally get rid of it!
So, I’ve got this weird whitish stuff between my toes, and it feels like the skin there is getting super thin. I already hit up my dermatologist about it, but they couldn't find anything—even ran a fungus test and came up totally clean. My feet definitely sweat like crazy, though... could that be the culprit? Does sweat just eat away at your skin? If anyone else has dealt with something similar, please let me know! Any advice or tips on how to stop my feet from sweating so much would be amazing.
I deal with a certain type of psoriasis, but thank Bog it's barely noticeable right now. For over 10 years, both of my feet were pretty much covered in it. Thankfully, I got it under control thanks to Dr. Belosalic. Now, I just have some little patches on the sides of my feet and some spots on my shins—they tend to flare up during the winter and chill out in the summer. I think my doctors labeled it as "psoriasis vulgaris." Is that the standard version or a milder kind? Also, does anyone know if this gets worse over time? It’s totally manageable for now...
I’m hitting about 3 or 4 espressos a day lately. Is that overkill? Ever since I got my espresso machine, life has been 🙂 Honestly, looking back, how did I even function without it?
I tried quitting once back in the day, went seven years without it. I’d cheat here and there, though... then eventually, I slipped back in. I tried quitting again a few times later on, but I just can't do it anymore. Last time I quit, it was because I caught some nasty flu and thought—never again. But as soon as I felt better, I gave in. Look, I *can* go without a cigarette, but man, it's such a hard habit to break. Honestly, I don't have a huge motivation. I want to stop, but smoking is still such a vibe. I know it's bad for me and risky for my health, but I can't bring myself to say NO—just like, forever...
I don't touch tap water, honestly. Even if they claim the quality is top-notch, I just can't trust it—who knows what kind of rust or junk is sitting in those pipes? You see it clearly enough whenever the water gets shut off; once it comes back on, you’re basically looking at liquid mud for a bit. Even when it's running normally, I bet that stuff is always lurking in there. I stick to my Brita, but I'm thinking about getting an office-style dispenser for some Aquafina, December, or Colorado River water soon. I know those machines are usually for businesses, but I'm pretty sure you can grab one for home too, right?