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Islander replied to a thread My March 16, 2020 A1c in Diabetes

Thank you, Pattypans! Oh yes. I don't drink wine with meals, but I often have a glass or two in the evenings before bed.

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Islander replied to a thread World Begins To Wake Up About Natural Covid Therapies in Legal Challenges and Action Items

Done. I'm guessing that regular readers here are already familiar with that list of supplements that boost our immunity to COVID-19. You have to...

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Islander replied to a thread Could Altering Meal Times Help prevent Type 2 Diabetes? in Diabetes

Color me skeptical. There's always somebody willing to experiment when grant money's available, but I think you'll find that what they eat and how...

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Islander replied to a thread Hi in New Members' Area

James, I never used insulin. I was on Metformin for 3 months, and when I wanted to d/c it, the doc said, Sure. No meds, just diet and exercise. I...

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4 Days Ago

Islander replied to a thread My March 16, 2020 A1c in Diabetes

I used to check in with the doctor every 90 days, but I kept my condition under control so well for so long that now I'm only checked every six...

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Islander replied to a thread Which Are The Best Bedtime Snacks For Diabetes? in Diabetes

I like popcorn in moderation. I fast for about 18–19 hours a day; my window for eating is from roughly 1 p.m. to 6 p.m., but sometimes a light snack,...

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Islander replied to a thread Jar Opener in Organic & Gluten-Free Kitchen

Well... I admit that age has reduced the strength in my hands. I use a channel wrench for the smaller caps and lids; I keep it right in the kitchen...

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Islander replied to a thread MicrobesI In The Gut Could Be Protective Against Hazardous Radiation Exposure in Radiation

Glad you noticed... We've been collecting them for years! We are due for a planned upgrade, actually last fall, but because our daily lives have...

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Islander replied to a thread How the Oxford-AstraZeneca Vaccine Work in Coronavirus (temporary subforum)

Its method of action (it's another mRNA vaccine) is very similar to the Pfizer vaccine, both of which are in use here. The Moderna's advantage is...

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Islander replied to a thread Hi in New Members' Area

Hello and welcome, James! Although I'm the admin, a glance at the What's New page will demonstrate that I haven't been here often in the recent past....

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Islander replied to a thread 11 Banned Foods Americans Should Stop Eating in Organic Philosophy: Why Choose Organics?

JimgrowsUK, do you citizens have any voice at all as to what is imported?

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1 Week Ago

Islander started a thread How the Oxford-AstraZeneca Vaccine Work in Coronavirus (temporary subforum)

Jonathan Corum and Carl Zimmer Jan. 8, 2021 The University of Oxford partnered...

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Islander replied to a thread Surgery in Humour

OMG, this is not what I want to hear as they walk the anesthetic to me!

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Islander started a thread 12 Health Benefits of Butter in Nutrition in General

Sheldon O. Undated Butter is a true delight to our taste buds, but many of us try to stay away from this dairy because it’s believed to be...

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Islander started a thread Can Dogs Eat Raw Eggs? in Pet Health

Dana Scott January 6, 2021 “Can dogs eat eggs?” is one of the most asked questions here at DNM. And there are a lot of myths and...

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Islander started a thread The Oxford-AstraZeneca Vaccine Approval May Be the Most Globally Important Yet in Coronavirus (temporary subforum)

Michael Zennie January 4, 2021 The COVID-19 vaccine developed by the University of Oxford and AstraZeneca wasn’t the...

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Islander started a thread Lutein and zeaxanthin: Eye and vision benefits in Other Health Concerns

Gary Heiting, OD Undated Good nutrition is important to keep your eyes healthy and...

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Islander started a thread Best Kept Secrets to Prevent, Halt, or Even Reverse Macular Degeneratio in Other Health Concerns

Katherine Carroll, NTP January 2nd 2021 Have you ever felt your money was wasted on supplements? That even though you consistently followed...

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2 Weeks Ago

Islander replied to a thread What Are The Benefits Of Keratin-Rich Foods? in Nutrition in General

Hmm. Mine aren't soft, they're brittle. Same result, though.

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Islander started a thread Blood Type May Predict Your Risk For Severe COVID in Coronavirus (temporary subforum)

Robert Preidt WEDNESDAY, Oct. 14, 2020 There's more evidence that blood type may affect a person's risk for COVID-19 and severe...

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2 Weeks Ago

Islander started a thread A triumph for science — and immigration in Coronavirus (temporary subforum)

William Falk December 18, 2020 A month before the first...

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2 Weeks Ago

Islander replied to a thread What Are The Benefits Of Keratin-Rich Foods? in Nutrition in General

I just accidentally discovered that biotin is high in keratin, so I'm going to try that for my fingernails that are always breaking! (I eat a lot of...

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Islander replied to a thread Looking for some pandemic advice in Q and A Section

We did a big family Zoom meeting. So thankful for technology!

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Islander replied to a thread Is The Sugar Substitute Stevia Bad For Our Health? in Artificial Sweeteners

Thank you for the kind wish, Julie, I surely hope I do!

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2 Weeks Ago

Islander replied to a thread Is The Sugar Substitute Stevia Bad For Our Health? in Artificial Sweeteners

And the icing on the cake: my Filipina sister-in-law respected my wishes not to have any Christmas gifts at all, but especially no stuff. I have...

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2 Weeks Ago

Islander replied to a thread A WARNING ABOUT COVID-19 mRNA VACCINES in Coronavirus (temporary subforum)

Agreed. I think you made it clear enough, Pattypans it's just a very confusing situation. What's more, it wouldn't surprise me if somethings similar...

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3 Weeks Ago

Islander started a thread Neuropathy: A Complete Guide for Prevention and Treatment in Other Health Concerns

Shai K., editor Undated, but recent as of 12/20/20 The term Neuropathy is short for 'peripheral neuropathy'. It relates to nerve damage suffered...

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3 Weeks Ago

Islander replied to a thread Is The Sugar Substitute Stevia Bad For Our Health? in Artificial Sweeteners

I've been using Stevia for the past 30 years or more so I can attest to its benefits without any disadvantages at all. And when you are a diabetic,...

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3 Weeks Ago

Islander replied to a thread A WARNING ABOUT COVID-19 mRNA VACCINES in Coronavirus (temporary subforum)

Well, if the Supreme Court has ruled that people cannot be forced to be vaccinated, then how can local legislation apply force? I think Bolsonaro is...

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3 Weeks Ago

Islander replied to a thread Annual Begging Letter in Announcements

I'm wondering if maybe some of you didn't see this the first time around, so I'm bumping it. Do you notice anything missing here? That's right....

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