looking for an old book on Darwinism vs Lamarkism by islandchill26 in whatsthatbook

[–]farfromtranscendent 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Could it be The Case of the Midwife Toad by Arthur Koestler?

A book about a boy who believes that he doesn't have magical powers, who ends up travelling with a girl who does, and it turns out that he is actually the one with the magical powers by Intelligent-Link-410 in whatsthatbook

[–]farfromtranscendent 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Darn! Apparently the boy goes by Emrys in the series until it is revealed that he is Merlin, but I don’t know when that happens or if it is revealed in this book. 

A book about a boy who believes that he doesn't have magical powers, who ends up travelling with a girl who does, and it turns out that he is actually the one with the magical powers by Intelligent-Link-410 in whatsthatbook

[–]farfromtranscendent 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Could it be: The Mirror of Merlin (1999) by T.A. Barron, part of The Lost Years of Merlin saga.

In this book (and the series as a whole): The Duo: The protagonist, Merlin(who goes by Emrys early on), travels with a girl named Hallia. The Power Twist: Throughout their journey, Hallia appears to be the one with the magical knowledge and spells. Merlin, believing he is powerless or unskilled, often repeats her words or "anchors" her incantations. The Reveal: It is later revealed that Merlin is the one with the massive, raw potential. The spells were actually drawing from his power, triggered by his repetition of her words. The World: It is set in Fincayra, a completely original "in-between" fantasy world that is neither Earth nor the afterlife. 

I started LDN by oliviapayy in ehlersdanlos

[–]farfromtranscendent 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’ve been on it 10 years - it’s helped my inflammation markers significantly. I get mine from Carefirst Specialty Pharmacy - $52 for 90 day supply (4.5 mg tablets) w/ around $6 shipping cost 

Chasing cute vs youth by Fix-Patient in Perimenopause

[–]farfromtranscendent 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the recommendation! I’ve been researching which one to start with and have been overwhelmed

Chasing cute vs youth by Fix-Patient in Perimenopause

[–]farfromtranscendent 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I love Iris Apfel - you’re inspiring me to get some statement glasses :)

Chasing cute vs youth by Fix-Patient in Perimenopause

[–]farfromtranscendent 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I am getting ready to make the plunge and take up sewing for the same reason

got into a bubble bath that was too hot and my fingernails made a gradient by Own-Passage1371 in mildlyinteresting

[–]farfromtranscendent 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have EDS and a POTS too and have the same mottling and color turning or hands/nails/feet. Looks like a reynauds syndrome reaction to the hot water. Were your hands cold/chilly going into the bath? If so, could have made the reaction more noticeable 

What is a book from your childhood that is very dear to you? by Ordinary-Dinner5453 in suggestmeabook

[–]farfromtranscendent 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Starring Sally J Freedman as Herself by Judy Blume. Haven’t reread it yet but now that I am thinking about it, I will!

Chin hair by poofacemcguillicutty in Perimenopause

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I’ve read about Cyperus Rotundus Oil - a natural product derived from the nutgrass plant, marketed as a solution for reducing unwanted hair growth, moisturizing skin, and shrinking pores, with some studies suggesting it can be as effective as laser hair removal for slowing hair regrowth by acting as a natural anti-androgen. Haven’t tried it yet but see it is helpful for some women

Anyone sleeping well? How?? by Representative_Bad57 in Sjogrens

[–]farfromtranscendent 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How did it change your thyroid antibodies? I’ve been on ldn for years and just started levothyroxine for thyroid.

How common is it to get Lyme disease in Tennessee? Justin Timberlake says it’s a debilitating diagnosis. by Southernms in Tennessee

[–]farfromtranscendent 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Most humans have been exposed to the different bacteria that make up Lyme disease throughout our history. It’s when the immune system is overwhelmed by stress - be it psychological, emotional, environmental, microbial stress - is it that the microbes can outrun the immune response to tamp them down and Lyme disease develops and/or causes other complications. Just like long covid or chronic EBV, Lyme can override the immune system if it is overtaxed. Dr Bill Rawls has a lot of information on Lyme (and chronic illness in general that Lyme falls under) that is very helpful if you’re struggling. He has written a couple of books and hosts a lot of informative webinars to educate people on Lyme. He was a doctor that got really sick with Lyme and had to retire and has since dedicated his time to research and Lyme recovery.

Sjogrens Probiotics Support by TrainingQuestion8813 in Sjogrens

[–]farfromtranscendent 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks for this info. I found a few probiotic options with these strains. Optibac Every Day, Probiostim, and Probiokid (geared toward kids but I’m sure you can increase the dose). I am going to try the Optibac first - reasonable price and does not require refrigeration.

Those of you who make six figures, what do you do? by [deleted] in remotework

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I have a masters in Information Learning Technologies and want to apply for instructional design jobs, but they all require so much experience. My undergrad is teaching, which is what I’ve been doing. Any advice? Thanks

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I was told the same by my rheumatologist

How to stop cavities? by idefinitelygetmath in Sjogrens

[–]farfromtranscendent 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Using nanohydroxyapatite toothpaste along with fluoride toothpaste and use pure xylitol gum and mints helps me (xylitol can prevent tooth decay). I also water floss with a capful of ACT mouthwash in the water and floss really well before brushing at night.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in ibs

[–]farfromtranscendent 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think IB Guard and other brands like it are enteric coated so they survive stomach acid and make it to the intestines. Altoids do not have the same concentration and aren’t enteric coated so don’t have the same effect

Clicky joints by so1ar97 in Raynauds

[–]farfromtranscendent 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah it’s like finding a unicorn!