DivaJojo posted a discussion topic 9 years, 11 months ago
Cancer Update, Femara and Gastro Issues - Hello All; I've been out of sight for a few months.  Just to catch you up, suddenly hospitalized in August for uncontrolled bleeding.  In and out (mostly in 95%) for the next six ...

DivaJojo posted a discussion topic 10 years, 2 months ago
Calcium Clarification - I understand the basic table we use, which I'm copying here.  But here's my question . . . what about when it says Calcium (as Calcium Citrate).  Is that "A," "B" or "C" below? ...

DivaJojo posted a discussion topic 10 years, 2 months ago
Biotech Calcium - Currently trying UpCal D and Wellesse - looking for something that doesn't irritate on the way out.  So far so good, tiny bit of burning - but very minor compared to what I expe...

DivaJojo posted a discussion topic 10 years, 2 months ago
Calcium Forms - I know this question has been asked before, but I am having a devil of a time doing a search on it in the DS forum, so I'm asking . . . again . . . and hoping folks aren't too p...

DivaJojo posted a discussion topic 10 years, 2 months ago
Great Snack - This looks like a great snack and I wanted to share.  Will be trying this weekend. Nutty Pimiento Cheese Balls   1/4 cup cream cheese, softened 2 cups shredded s...

DivaJojo posted a discussion topic 10 years, 3 months ago
Endometrial Cancer and DS Diet - I was just diagnosed with Endometrial Cancer in October and have begun chemo.  Due to have surgery in the Spring.  I'm overwhelmed with researching the best diet and nutrition f...

DivaJojo posted a discussion topic 10 years, 6 months ago
Colon Cancer Survivors - Hello All; I wanted to put this question out there, if it's okay.  Recently hospitalized (week before last) for vaginal bleeding when I was placed back on coumadin plus arix...

DivaJojo posted a discussion topic 10 years, 7 months ago
Coumadin and Multivitamins - Hello All; I imagine this question has been asked, but I've had difficulty finding the answers through the search feature, so I'll just ask the question and hope folks answe...

DivaJojo posted a discussion topic 10 years, 8 months ago
Kind of OT - Menopause - I wanted to post this here because I know there are other women who, like me, didn't have a period regularly (or at all, in my case, since around age 14) until immediately after...

DivaJojo posted a discussion topic 10 years, 9 months ago
Abdominal Disquiet - Im not sure how else to describe it. Its not really pain, but more discomfort of about a 1-2 maybe on the scale, plus a sick queezy feeling. Having normal bowel movements daily, ...

DivaJojo posted a discussion topic 10 years, 10 months ago
Favorite Bacon Recipes - Hello All;   It's a gorgeous day here in downtown Atlanta.  Wanting good, tasty bacon recipe ideas (aside from just . . . Bacon).  Please do share your favorites.  If th...

DivaJojo posted a comment 11 years ago
Sure, I have no problem with that. I wasn't sure what you were...

DivaJojo posted a discussion topic 11 years ago
My Lab Results - AS you know I began having what I thought were symptoms of vit D and magnesium deficiency (muscle weakness and bad cramping).  I upped those starting about a month ago now and g...

DivaJojo posted a discussion topic 11 years ago
What Magnesium Citrate Do you Take? - I'm currently on a bottle I grabbed on sale, but am researching to be sure I'm getting the best absorption and result with my next bottle.  So, I'm curious to know what you take...

DivaJojo posted a discussion topic 11 years, 1 month ago
Back, Hip, Leg Issues . . . The Verdict - Just to catch you up, I had what started out three weeks ago as suspected sciatica that turned very bad on the morning of the fourth day resulting in an ambulance ride before da...

DivaJojo posted a discussion topic 11 years, 1 month ago
Interesting Read on Magnesium - Let me say now that I don't know anything about the organization or doctors in this write-up, but I found it to be a very interesting read and wanted to share: http://www.mb...

DivaJojo posted a discussion topic 11 years, 1 month ago
Magnesium Hinders Calcium Absorption? - Hello All; Just doing some reading on vitamin uses, deficiencies, sources, etc. and saw a statement that surprised me.   Magnesium competes with calcium for absorpti...

DivaJojo posted a discussion topic 11 years, 1 month ago
Update: Hip Pain, Cramps & Deficiency - Hello All; Just a quick update.  No MRI yet as I canceled the one my pcp scheduled last week in favor of the one my ortho doc scheduled this week since it included the hip. ...

DivaJojo posted a discussion topic 11 years, 1 month ago
Vitamin Deficiency Has Hit - Morning all; Embarrassment is a bitter piller to swallow so I am jumping in. I think I am dealing with serious vitamin deficiency, specifically D, B12, Zinc and calcium. Was d...

DivaJojo posted a discussion topic 11 years, 3 months ago
Upset Stomach - Hello All;   Long time, no see.  I'm doing well, just very, very busy.  For the last couple of weeks, I've been having increased gas issues and general stomach uneasines...

DivaJojo posted a discussion topic 11 years, 9 months ago
Coconut Palm Sugar - Saw this on Dr. Oz yesterday and wondered if anyone had experience with it.  I've not looked up nutrition facts, etc. yet.

DivaJojo posted a discussion topic 11 years, 9 months ago
Fissure Experts - Re-tears? - Hello Folks; Doing well, but have a quick question from you vets.  How do I know if I'm developing a re-tear?  I've had a bit of burning since yesterday.  Very low level (wouldn...

DivaJojo posted a discussion topic 11 years, 9 months ago
Anyone tried "Lentil Chips?" - Was watching Dr. Oz yesterday and he highlighted some carb alternatives that included: Vollkornbrot - a dense, fiber rich bread more common in Europe (Germany). Baked Lentil ...

DivaJojo posted a discussion topic 11 years, 9 months ago
Chicken Meatballs anyone? - This "daily" recipe came up in my email and looks great.  I just may try it this weekend. http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Cheesy-Chicken-Meatballs/Detail.aspx?ms=1&prop25=85464587&...

DivaJojo posted a discussion topic 11 years, 10 months ago
Great Breakfast Casserole - Found this on allrecipes.com:   http://allrecipes.com/recipe/amish-breakfast-casserole/detail.aspx?event8=1&prop24=SR_Title&e11=egg%20casserole&e8=Quick%20Search&event10=1&e7=Hom...
About Me
Atlanta, GA
Location
49.4
BMI
DS
Surgery
02/16/2006
Surgery Date
Jul 05, 2005
Member Since

Friends 18

Latest Blog 2

×