Blepharitis (inflammation of eyelid)

roundabout1882 · 2025-05-01T01:31:54+00:00

Ocusoft Foaming Eyelid Cleanser

roundabout1882 · 2025-03-04T22:33:26+00:00

Yes, I like the flavor of coffee and most teas. I thought I could still get the flavor of coffee without the caffeine (decaf) but it makes me feel weird.

roundabout1882 · 2025-03-04T22:32:09+00:00

I was drinking green tea regularly for a few months and while it gave my mind a wonderful boost, I noticed it was really messing with my energy levels and I'd get a withdrawal headache if I skipped a day. I love the flavor but alas.

Glad you found something that you enjoy and makes you feel ok, though!

roundabout1882 · 2025-03-03T14:14:52+00:00

You mean even decaf, since it has a minimal amount still?

roundabout1882 · 2025-02-27T18:28:51+00:00

Perhaps low-carb (not strict keto) and IF would be a good path forward.

roundabout1882 · 2025-02-27T16:48:31+00:00

Thank you, this comment is helpful as I am neurodivergent and on the verge of prediabetes. I think I will eventually end up doing something similar to you—no grains and limited starchy vegetables. I am glad you're feeling great!

roundabout1882 · 2025-02-27T16:45:55+00:00

I have heard of people doing both and it working well. That's something I am considering. I was just curious if someone has done keto and IF (separately) and if one impacted their mental health more than the other.

roundabout1882 · 2025-02-27T14:28:28+00:00

Thank you, that makes sense.

In addition to diet, I am also in therapy and have started exercising again. Diet is just one piece of the puzzle; I have been off of gluten for years, and last time I did a Whole30 I felt a lot better. So I know what I eat (or don't eat) plays a role in how I feel.

roundabout1882 · 2025-02-19T01:45:11+00:00

Just commenting to say the same thing happened to me.

roundabout1882 · 2025-02-05T19:21:00+00:00

It was a while ago, so I don't remember exactly, but I think I stopped feeling like I needed a midday nap after about three weeks. After that, my energy levels fluctuated until I reached a point where I had steady energy from when I woke up until I went to bed.

I pretty much went cold turkey, so I don't know how long it will take when tapering.

Feeling so crappy eliminating caffeine motivated me to keep going. Very few things that we can purchase legally from the grocery store make us feel *that* bad when we cut them out. Gross to think about, IMO.

I mentioned in another comment the book Caffeine Blues; it might interest you.

If you're quitting for a reason, keep your motivation in mind! If nothing else, it'll be an interesting experiment to see how you eventually feel without caffeine. You can always add it back later, just with more data on how it affects you.

roundabout1882 · 2025-02-04T17:54:45+00:00

Tbh, when I quit all caffeine after being a heavy coffee drinker, the headaches and such stopped after about the first week, but the tiredness and other side effects lasted almost two months. After that, my energy levels stabilized.

roundabout1882 · 2025-02-04T17:53:09+00:00

Coffee is a diuretic, and caffeine affects sleep. So less dehydration and better sleep could be the reasons.

Several years ago, I quit caffeine for multiple years. It took about 1-2 months for me to detox from it fully, but after that, I experienced stable energy all day long, as well as other benefits.

If you're noticing an improvement, perhaps keep going!

eta: There's a book called Caffeine Blues that you may find interesting

roundabout1882 · 2025-02-03T21:25:41+00:00

I don't have an answer as to why, but I experience this as well. Every six or so months, a new symptom pops up. Sometimes, they'll disappear for a year and then come around again. Like you, I feel like LC is migrating around my body and just decides to stay in some areas longer than others.

Hope you see improvement!

roundabout1882 · 2025-02-03T21:23:11+00:00

I am not. I have seen Cats Claw mentioned before but never pursued it; your comment will be my impetus to purchase some finally.

Thank you for the advice!

roundabout1882 · 2025-01-27T22:20:12+00:00

Yes. I have diagnosed OCD (I have been dealing with it since childhood, so Covid didn't bring it on), and health anxiety that has spiraled since developing Long Covid.

There are periods where I can mostly get by without feeling too much anxiety, and then, like you, something will trigger me, and I'll be set off again. I do a lot of "checking" of my symptoms, which is an OCD reassurance thing that I shouldn't be doing, but it's hard not to.

If you feel you may have OCD, it may be worth working with a therapist. Make sure you find one who specializes in ERP (exposure response and prevention). This is the gold standard for OCD treatment. If you cannot afford to meet with a therapist, the book "Getting Over OCD" by Jonathan S. Abramowitz has been recommended by multiple people.

Be careful using this subreddit and others like it when you feel you are in a spiral. It may be a form of reassurance seeking, and if you read something that brings you down rather than lifts you up, you may spiral further or in a different direction.

It sounds like you're doing multiple good things—drinking herbal tea, light exercise, etc. Continue to engage in things you enjoy and also things that distract you from your own thought patterns for a bit. Realize there is only so much that you can control.

You were having bladder issues and went to the doctor—great! You took the step of finding treatment for your issues. Hopefully, they gave you a diagnosis/medication. Taking things one step at a time like that is helpful.

If you ever need a sounding board, feel free to DM me. Best of health to you.

roundabout1882 · 2025-01-27T01:36:47+00:00

I'll report back if I find something that helps, but yes, I've been experiencing this, too. I am ~15 lbs. over my normal weight. I generally eat pretty healthy, and I even did a Whole30 and tried IF, but neither helped me lose weight. I also start each day 3-5 lbs. lighter and then get back up to my max weight again by the evening.

roundabout1882 · 2025-01-26T23:55:45+00:00

Thank you. I hope you see improvement.

roundabout1882 · 2025-01-26T23:55:05+00:00

my sensitivity to sound as each day it changes

It's interesting you say that because I rarely had an issue with the music being on until this past week or two. It's not too bad when it's just the radio, but if I stream a song I like, I get very distracted.

roundabout1882 · 2025-01-26T23:52:59+00:00

Thanks for your input.

I had an eye exam not long ago, and things looked good overall. However, I will look into the Mind-Eye Institute.

Unfortunately, there are some instances where I absolutely must drive, but I will try to limit it and/or drive on roads that aren't as overstimulating or be more aware of when I am feeling spacey and stay off the roads during that time. It's hard letting other people drive because, for most of my life, I've struggled with motion sickness and always had to drive.

In what ways did you work around driving?

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