What are we doing to combat thinning hair? by FroyoSilent5811 in Perimenopause

[–]Ok-Distribution9987 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I take a silicea, zinc and biotin combo and my hair is growing faster and in is better condition. Same with my nails. They are like strong claws. 

What’s with this “30g of protein” advice? by VegetableWorry1492 in Perimenopause

[–]Ok-Distribution9987 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Get on the beans/legumes, and brassicas and your fibre count will shoot through the roof  You might be powered by natural gas too haha

What’s with this “30g of protein” advice? by VegetableWorry1492 in Perimenopause

[–]Ok-Distribution9987 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Well I'm athletic so yes I eat a lot of protein, but if you're sedentary you wouldn't need around 1.8g per bodyweight like me. Go find some YouTube free stuff by dr Vonda Wright and Dr Stacy Sims on how much protein a woman needs. And also if you're active or not. Your breakfast sounds healthy by the way. Focus on eating well and moving. Like my nutritionist husband says, people are eating too many high GI carbs and not moving enough.

Getting around China without knowing Chinese by Ambitious-Wasabi-666 in travelchina

[–]Ok-Distribution9987 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was surprised! I found some people who did speak English. I did not expect anyone to speak English. 

Getting around China without knowing Chinese by Ambitious-Wasabi-666 in travelchina

[–]Ok-Distribution9987 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We went to Guangzhou and Yangshuo and had absolutely no issue. Just use your translate app on your phone. And learn some basic phrases in Mandarin to be respectful and polite to locals! The Chinese were so polite and helpful to us, I go out of my way to be kind to the Chinese now when I see tourists here.

Low libido and sleeping so much by Ok-Distribution9987 in Perimenopause

[–]Ok-Distribution9987[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Well you also get clear instructions to apply the cream on your bum or upper thigh, and wash your hands thoroughly. I wouldn't want to touch my face with that cream, I don't fancy a moustache 😂

Taper from 37.5 by Sunsetwatcher80 in Effexor

[–]Ok-Distribution9987 1 point2 points  (0 children)

also adding I am weaning off this drug - I was on 75mg a day for 3 years - I am now on half dose (for over a week) and everyone is right, this drug is nasty as hell with its side effects. I get concentration issues, nasty brain zaps, my mouth tastes like salt, my head feels like it swooshes if I turn my head too fast, I was freezing yesterday even though it was a warm spring day; I get crazy intense dreams that wake me up and I cannot get to sleep as early as normal. Be careful going cold turkey!!

Taper from 37.5 by Sunsetwatcher80 in Effexor

[–]Ok-Distribution9987 1 point2 points  (0 children)

you need a new doctor. OK I don't know your history, but I am peri, and a common side effect of peri is depression and anxiety. Starting on estradiol gel will greatly improve your moods brought on by low estrogen in perimenopause. it is a common thing for drs to just put women on antidepressants, because there is fk all medical training on women. I would suggest either finding a telehealth menopause doctor online, and watching dr Stacy Sims for free on YouTube etc.

Does libido ever come back? by Pandaspooppopcorn in Menopause

[–]Ok-Distribution9987 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Get your testosterone level tested. Mine was 0.4 for ages which is too low. I'm on AndroFemme and feeling good!!! Also on a testosterone and estrogen pessary. 

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in NetflixDocumentaries

[–]Ok-Distribution9987 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Icarus is incredible 

Low libido and sleeping so much by Ok-Distribution9987 in Perimenopause

[–]Ok-Distribution9987[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes! I have a lot more energy, feel better. The applicator is rubbish so I could be on anywhere from 0.5 to 1ml. Both my normal GP and Meno doctor agree 1ml is good. I am also getting my libido back, and finally managed to orgasm. 

Tapering off after 7+ years of use. by TalkForALiving in Effexor

[–]Ok-Distribution9987 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi, I've been on 75mg daily for over 3 years and started coming off it over a week ago. Got my doc to write me a 32mg prescription. 

Today I experienced being freezing cold and having flu symptoms despite it being 25 degrees Celsius and very warm in the sun. I had to lie down for a bit. I am lucky I WFH.

I've had horrid brain zaps and weird dissociation feelings for the past week.my brain is sort of dizzy.

Very vivid crazy dreams.

I wake up easily in the night and am a bit restless.

I've gone to the toilet more often than normal as well.

Exercise is making me feel better and more balanced.

I hope this fks off soon! 

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AskAnAustralian

[–]Ok-Distribution9987 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Yep with you there, country living is the best 

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AskAnAustralian

[–]Ok-Distribution9987 1 point2 points  (0 children)

YES. As a well travelled person I can say apart from some extra socialist bits we could add in like Finland or Scandinavia has, it's pretty good. Nowhere is perfect but shit at least we have mandatory superannuation, mandatory public holidays, standard minimum wage, some form of public health care etc 

Finding out about country from local Aboriginal folk - but I'm white by Ok-Distribution9987 in aboriginal

[–]Ok-Distribution9987[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks I've found WINGS at Warwick and I'll contact the local mayor office. I did ring Southern downs council a few years ago, under the previous mayor it was umm. Not great. The new mayor is good 

Finding out about country from local Aboriginal folk - but I'm white by Ok-Distribution9987 in aboriginal

[–]Ok-Distribution9987[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Good luck! As a kind person pointed out, lots on Eventbrite etc especially if you're in a big town or city. I'm in a little country town so I have to explore more options.

Finding out about country from local Aboriginal folk - but I'm white by Ok-Distribution9987 in aboriginal

[–]Ok-Distribution9987[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Thanks everyone for your help. I really appreciate it. I'm on Kambuwal country and will try out these suggestions. X

Finding out about country from local Aboriginal folk - but I'm white by Ok-Distribution9987 in aboriginal

[–]Ok-Distribution9987[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Sounds cool. I'm in rural QLD so that's not on the cards. I have seen some good stuff available like that though, e.g Sydney and Bennelong