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Multivitamin Regime

I'm finally getting on the multivitamin bandwagon For someone who takes a fair amount of meds I've always been rubbish at taking vitamins. I don't know why I can remember other things but never something as simple as a multivitamin. After being told I have low iron levels and knowing I'm vitamin D deficient I think it's about time to start taking my vitamins. I went onto MyVitamins website and ordered some bits which I think will help to cover what I think I need. I did check with my GP before I started because I am on a few different things and I know certain medications and vitamins or herbal remedies can clash, I'm alright as long as I'm not taking St Johns Wort. I've checked all the levels and doses and made sure none are at risk of overdose too. I've also ordered 7 day pill box so I don't have to keep my tablet bottles with me all the time. I'm now taking 2 different multivitamins and vitamin D3 which involves 4 huge tablets and ...

Monday Health Check In 29/01/19

On Monday's I will be doing a bit of a health review and summary for the prior week. Why? There is a lot of taboo still surrounding medical issues including mental health, womens problems and other health issues and I hope by sharing some of my experiences this might help normalise some things. I do not want any sympathy for this, I'm just sharing to help others in the same basket and to dispel some of the ridiculous taboos. I have: Depression, Anxiety, PCOS & Unspecified Abdominal Pain (they can't diagnose a source) This week my back has started to improve but I can feel it's still weak. Even simple things can lead it to twang, especially in my shoulders. A busy day, even of walking can cause my shoulder to seize up and my arm to feel bruised and tingly all day. I can't sit at my computer for too long at a time without a decent break because that's what makes it the worst. It is getting there though. My sleep has gone to crap this week though. I fee...