History finished medical school, if I remember correctly, and she’s actually on those same blockers herself, so I really doubt she isn't well-informed about this stuff...
I mean, we all have an appendix, and it doesn't exactly do much for us anyway... so if we can use the right dosage to fix certain things about our bodies—even if it's just for aesthetic reasons—without dealing with nasty side effects, then why on earth wouldn't we?
Sophia Perez79 said:Honestly, hormones can make your life an absolute nightmare, and I’m living proof of that. If everything else seems fine, I wouldn't change a thing, because things can spiral out of control so fast when you aren't expecting it... I made the mistake of messing around with those Red Bull weight loss pills, and now my body just won't settle back down after all this time...
DON'T TAKE THEM EVEN IF THEY PROMISE YOU'LL END UP LOOKING LIKE AN APPLE🙂
So, how did you actually get your hands on those pills, was it a prescription from your doctor or something? I'm also wondering what you mean by not being able to stabilize—if you could share a few more details, I'd love to understand better since I've never tried them myself and I'm just trying to wrap my head around it...
The reason I'm cautious is because they can leave spots behind, and I ended up with this little dark mark on my skin. Honestly, though, those bandages are a lifesaver for me.
If you feel like your herpes is constantly popping up and spreading, the only real way to get ahead of it is to focus on boosting your immune system while working to dry out those active spots—personally, I swear by using some zinc ointment and those little medicated patches.
And whatever you do, please do NOT try slathering on toothpaste or liquid foundation to hide it, because you’re just asking for a permanent scar or a nasty dark spot to stay on your skin forever!!!
That’s exactly it! Honestly, I was actually plucking my eyebrows this morning, and I'm totally with you on the whole "let nature take its course" debate... It’s kind of funny when you think about how much we obsess over this stuff, because even back in the Middle Ages, women would go to such extremes pulling out their hair just to get a higher forehead. Even then, people were calling them out for it, almost like it was a sin according to the Church, but clearly, it didn't really change the beauty standards of the time either.
Morgan Torres said:But why would anyone want to go against nature?
I don't think that logic really holds up, though, because if we followed that rule, women wouldn't bother getting ready at all—think about everything from push-up bras and high heels to makeup and beyond... all of that could be considered "going against nature."
I honestly feel like using hormone therapy is going to be viewed similarly to how people look at plastic surgery later on... it’s just that most people haven't quite wrapped their heads around it yet, so they tend to get a little nervous about it.
It feels way more natural than getting implants, I was just typing this in a rush since I'm stuck at work right now so 😁
No worries if you aren't feeling it, but honestly, you seem like the only one here who actually knows what they're talking about, so... I really hope I didn't offend you because that truly wasn't my intention! It’s just that this topic is so fascinating to me, especially since, you know, like tons of other women out there, there are definitely things I'd love to change about myself in a much more natural and painless way—like dealing with unwanted hair or whatever...
Have you ever tried any kind of hormone therapy? A few of my girlfriends were really pushing me toward birth control, acting like it was this amazing thing with absolutely zero side effects and everything, but I ended up passing on it because I just didn't feel like that was a convincing enough reason for me to start
I wanted to bring this topic here because @Istoria mentioned it in a post I wrote over at a women's salon, where she was talking about taking certain blockers to manage hair growth, and even mentioning how she took some hormones to help increase her breast size since she feels that’s a more natural way to handle things than surgery... she claimed to be a doctor and said this is totally accepted practice in the USA, though apparently, it hasn't quite reached our shores yet... honestly, it sounds a little too good to be true, or like my friend put it, "kind of sick"... what do you guys think? Does anyone know anything about this kind of "beauty hack"? I won't ramble on too long, so here is a copy/paste of her posts:
To get the most effective results with hair removal, you really have to look at why the hair grows in the first place, which is due to the male hormones that every woman carries, even if just in tiny amounts; once you tackle those male hormones, you're essentially getting rid of body hair altogether.
The easiest way is through pills; Androcur 50mg, just one tablet a day until you notice the hair is gone (usually takes about a month), and after that, just one or two tablets a month is enough, depending on how much hair you had to deal with. I did this myself and I am perfectly smooth now. Side effects? Definitely don't take them while pregnant, and like any medication taken long-term in high doses, it can cause liver issues. Price? A box of 50 is about $101, so it's pricey, but when you consider you're only taking one or two a month, it actually lasts a really long time.
I haven't noticed any side effects, and these pills aren't exactly hormones themselves; they are more like "blockers" that kill off the male hormones in your body (honestly, if you ever want to make an ex or a boyfriend temporarily impotent as a little revenge, just give him a dose of Androcur!) I hadn't tried them before, but I started because of the hair; I just couldn't face shaving every single week anymore. If you go to a general practitioner, they’ll probably think you’ve lost your mind, but since I studied medicine in Italy, I came up with the idea using my own medical knowledge—though, of course, I still consulted with a professor of endocrinology. It turned out great; I started this a year ago and I'm still so happy with it. You can do all sorts of things with it; you can control the development of female characteristics (like breasts and hips), you can get rid of hair, or you could even kill yourself if you don't know what you're doing (liver failure from incorrect hormone levels).
Well, I'm not actually a doctor since I don't have a job... The principle is simple: male hormones trigger hair growth, so if you deal with the male hormones, the hair has nothing to grow from. Testing is definitely necessary, and it's recommended to monitor your hormone levels by repeating tests every four months (really, one blood test is all you need to see everything clearly). As for getting your figure back, yes, it's possible; women produce higher levels of male hormones during pregnancy than usual, which lowers their female hormones, and while the body balances itself out eventually, you can speed that process up with medication. I'm telling you, hormones are what define everyone's body shape; just look at a baby, physically they are all the same when born and you can only tell the sex by the genitals, right? That's because there's no hormonal influence on the body yet.
It isn't completely risk-free, so getting the dosage right is super important; if you stick to the plan, you should be fine. I found out this method is used in the USA just a few months ago, so it's not surprising that doctors here in America don't even realize yet that women carry lower levels of male hormones than people think, or that hair doesn't just grow because of skin issues... goodness gracious.[/SIZE]
I actually signed up for my supplemental coverage back on July 20th, and the whole process was pretty smooth—you just head in, they set up your policy right then and there, and then you wait about a week for the actual bills and your card to arrive at your house. Mine finally showed up on August 19th, so you basically get a full month of coverage starting from the moment you officially open the policy.
quietpilot87 said:Look, humans evolved walking barefoot on uneven ground. Everyone had calluses, claws like hawks, and skin thick enough to be armor—but their feet were actually functional 😁
Pure logic says strengthening the muscles helps, generally speaking. Works for me. Though, even with my platform boots, I’ve never dealt with the issues you're talking about—my feet just look a bit too wide, which isn't exactly a great look 🤷
The best fix? Just get some high-quality orthotic inserts.
For me, those inserts didn't really do much at all; they feel fine while you actually have them in, but the second you take them out, it's like they never even existed... and yeah, my feet definitely look a bit clunky too, especially during the summer months.
David Palmer5 said:Well, if you already know from firsthand experience what worked best (and obviously, your shoe size dropped because your arches improved!), then the simplest solution is to get back to it. Try to remember all those moves you did at the studio and force yourself to do them every single day. It's clearly way more effective than that toe-heel-edge walking, picking up scraps of fabric with your toes, or using a massage roller!
It’s definitely not simple, though, because even for an amateur like me, a classical ballet workout is absolutely brutal 😢 plus, there is just such a massive amount of stuff to try and remember to repeat...
It seems like so many people deal with foot issues, but some of us are dealing with the really nasty stuff—constant pain in our feet and calves, tingling sensations, headaches, just feeling totally wiped out, not to mention the aesthetic side of things like my feet rolling inward...
I’ve heard people say that if you don't fix these problems while you're young, you're basically stuck wearing orthotics for the rest of your life, but then I wonder, what are you supposed to do during those three months of summer when everyone is just hanging out in flip-flops?
From my own experience, I've found that those inserts don't really do much, whereas actual exercise can make a huge difference; for instance, I actually took an adult ballet class for a little while and my foot shape actually "lifted," the pain completely vanished, and I even ended up dropping half a shoe size!??!
Unfortunately, my local dance studio ended up closing down, I stopped exercising regularly, and everything just slid right back to how it was after a few months... does anyone know of any specific exercises that might help, or have you guys tried anything yourselves?
Does anyone know if there are any casual recreational clubs around here? I’m especially interested in finding groups that go on organized hikes or weekend excursions rather than just running laps on a track, though I’d definitely love some info on track options too if anyone happens to have them!
1. I really hope they're long enough, you know? 2. It would be great if they actually flatter my curves, like, instead of flattening everything out, they actually give a little lift to my backside. 3. A bit more stretch would be nice too, just so they hug my legs better and don't end up sagging around the knees. 4. And please, let's avoid anything with those weird overlapping patterns or anything that sits way too high on the waist. 5. If they happen to have some glitter or something similar, then even better, though I guess that's not a dealbreaker or anything. 6. As for the color—honestly, even if I'm not totally feeling the shade at first glance, if I know they look amazing on me, I'm definitely buying them.
Of course it’s going to rub off, and if you’re constantly wearing socks, you'll probably end up losing all the hair on your legs too. I know how it goes—just like those old-school cowboys who are always losing their hats!
I think it’s somewhere around $33, though I can't say for sure, but honestly, why don't you just use a friend's insurance card and head over there yourself to get it taken care of? I actually did something pretty similar once and it was totally fine.
My dad actually lost all the hair on his feet where he wears socks, and honestly, I’m kind of jealous. I even tried sleeping in socks one winter hoping for some magic results, but so far, absolutely nothing has happened. 😢
I mean, honestly, I’ve pulled an all-nighter before and headed straight into the office the next morning... so I really find it hard to believe that just one bad night of sleep could totally wipe you out like that.
Besides, taking a sleeping pill only masks the symptom rather than fixing what's actually wrong. If you can't sleep properly for a month straight, does that mean you're just supposed to pop pills every single night?!!
Honestly, I’m totally down for taking a few unpaid days off; I don't think anyone is being foolish here, and you certainly aren't the first person to ever call in sick, so why bother dealing with people looking at you sideways or worrying about bumping into someone out in public!?!
Being upfront always pays off in the long run! 👍 Besides, your coworkers will actually respect you more for it, and honestly, trying to fake it just feels a little tacky 😬