Ok. Here's what's up.
A few months ago I started having some strange symptoms. My monthly cycle was all over the place, and I could feel something in my lower abdomen that shouldn't have been there - Unless I was pregnant. I was also experiencing bloating, nausea, and the unshakeable feeling that something was off.
I made my way to the OB/GYN for the first time in over two years.
For those of you that don't know, I worked with a midwife for my entire pregnancy, birth, and postpartum care. My son is almost two, so it's been quite a while..
I largely believe in going to doctors when you need to - Not just because they tell you to. I think, minus the exceptions that do happen, that we need to take responsibility for our own health, and that doctors can and should intervene when something is wrong. Conventional medicine is not great for true health, but they sure are great when something goes awry. That's my personal, generalized opinion on the matter.
You will get many of those if you continue to follow this blog. :)
The OB/GYN was kind, interested, and impressed with my ability to know that something was up. It's a good thing to pay close attention to our bodies and listen to what they're telling us.
Long story short - It appears that I have a complex cyst on my left ovary that is large in size [roughly 7cm] and contains a benign tumor. Gross. With that said, the surgeon I was referred to prescribed a laparoscopy to remove the cyst from my ovary. He said he would prefer NOT to do the surgery on me, as I'm only 30, and the risk of losing my entire left ovary is great. In addition to that, the total recovery time of the procedure is almost a month. Almost a month of steering clear of tossing my toddler around, and heading to CrossFit.
No. Thanks.
I asked the surgeon over the phone if he knew of ANYTHING that will get rid of this tumor besides surgery. He said, undoutedly, "No. Nothing that I know of." But because the tumorous cyst isn't causing me pain, and because it isn't appearing to be cancerous, he said that he's fine with me attempting to solve the issue on my own for a while - If I insist.
Well, I do insist.
I've decided to take matters into my own hands [for now, at least], and try some alternative practices to rid my body of this cyst. Can it be done? Maybe. I'm certainly willing to try. If at the end of my attempts the cyst is still there, I'll be content to receive the surgery, knowing I did my best.
But the hope is that it will be gone by the time the surgery rolls around.
Want to know what I'm doing daily to beat this thing? Ok, here goes.
I've come across some incredible research on Iodine. Turns out our bodies are almost depleted of Iodine these days, and that it's a crucial element in our bodies. What kinds of things result from low Iodine levels?
Fatigue
Auto-Immune Disorders
Sleep Issues
Dry Skin
Poor Circulation
Cancers [Prostate, Breast, Thyroid]
Cysts
Wait, what? Cysts? Yes.
There is a link between Iodine deficiency and cysts. PCOS, cystic breasts, tumors, breast cancer - Including malignant tumors.
Four days ago I started an Iodine kit that contains both types of necessary Iodine - Iodine and Potassium Iodide. In order to safely support the body while taking large doses of Iodine, [50mg. a day], complementary supplements should also be taken. In addition to 50mg. Iodoral a day, I'm also taking Vitamin C, Magnesium, and Selenium.
Oh, and one more thing. High quality iodized salt is recommended. Not the poser sea salt you get from your local grocery store, but the harvested, nutrient-dense sea salt from quality sources. While it is true that processed table salt [98% sodium chloride] is simply horrible for us [and depleted of minerals in every way], high quality Sodium is crucial to the balance of our bodies - Including waste management, hydration, proper oxygen transport, and cell regeneration.
I must also mention that there's a doctor who specializes in this area. His name is Dr. Brownstein, he's a board-certified family physician, and is one of the foremost practitioners of holistic medicine. I've been following him for about a year now, and TORE through his book, "Iodine: Why You Need It, Why You Can't Live Without It" in just two hours this past weekend. Here's the link to his official website:
http://www.drbrownstein.com/
So. With that said.
Have I read of successes with people ridding themselves of cysts, and even cancer, with proper Iodine and Sodium intake? Yes. Will my body do the same? I'm not sure.. That is entirely up to God.
But with there being so many benefits to increasing my Iodine and Sodium intakes, like energy, better sleep, possible weight loss, etc., I know it can't hurt to try. :)
Here's to hoping that my next ultrasound will result in a smaller, or non-existent, tumorous cyst.
To health, happiness, and good stewardship!
A few months ago I started having some strange symptoms. My monthly cycle was all over the place, and I could feel something in my lower abdomen that shouldn't have been there - Unless I was pregnant. I was also experiencing bloating, nausea, and the unshakeable feeling that something was off.
I made my way to the OB/GYN for the first time in over two years.
For those of you that don't know, I worked with a midwife for my entire pregnancy, birth, and postpartum care. My son is almost two, so it's been quite a while..
I largely believe in going to doctors when you need to - Not just because they tell you to. I think, minus the exceptions that do happen, that we need to take responsibility for our own health, and that doctors can and should intervene when something is wrong. Conventional medicine is not great for true health, but they sure are great when something goes awry. That's my personal, generalized opinion on the matter.
You will get many of those if you continue to follow this blog. :)
The OB/GYN was kind, interested, and impressed with my ability to know that something was up. It's a good thing to pay close attention to our bodies and listen to what they're telling us.
Long story short - It appears that I have a complex cyst on my left ovary that is large in size [roughly 7cm] and contains a benign tumor. Gross. With that said, the surgeon I was referred to prescribed a laparoscopy to remove the cyst from my ovary. He said he would prefer NOT to do the surgery on me, as I'm only 30, and the risk of losing my entire left ovary is great. In addition to that, the total recovery time of the procedure is almost a month. Almost a month of steering clear of tossing my toddler around, and heading to CrossFit.
No. Thanks.
I asked the surgeon over the phone if he knew of ANYTHING that will get rid of this tumor besides surgery. He said, undoutedly, "No. Nothing that I know of." But because the tumorous cyst isn't causing me pain, and because it isn't appearing to be cancerous, he said that he's fine with me attempting to solve the issue on my own for a while - If I insist.
Well, I do insist.
I've decided to take matters into my own hands [for now, at least], and try some alternative practices to rid my body of this cyst. Can it be done? Maybe. I'm certainly willing to try. If at the end of my attempts the cyst is still there, I'll be content to receive the surgery, knowing I did my best.
But the hope is that it will be gone by the time the surgery rolls around.
Want to know what I'm doing daily to beat this thing? Ok, here goes.
I've come across some incredible research on Iodine. Turns out our bodies are almost depleted of Iodine these days, and that it's a crucial element in our bodies. What kinds of things result from low Iodine levels?
Fatigue
Auto-Immune Disorders
Sleep Issues
Dry Skin
Poor Circulation
Cancers [Prostate, Breast, Thyroid]
Cysts
Wait, what? Cysts? Yes.
There is a link between Iodine deficiency and cysts. PCOS, cystic breasts, tumors, breast cancer - Including malignant tumors.
Four days ago I started an Iodine kit that contains both types of necessary Iodine - Iodine and Potassium Iodide. In order to safely support the body while taking large doses of Iodine, [50mg. a day], complementary supplements should also be taken. In addition to 50mg. Iodoral a day, I'm also taking Vitamin C, Magnesium, and Selenium.
Oh, and one more thing. High quality iodized salt is recommended. Not the poser sea salt you get from your local grocery store, but the harvested, nutrient-dense sea salt from quality sources. While it is true that processed table salt [98% sodium chloride] is simply horrible for us [and depleted of minerals in every way], high quality Sodium is crucial to the balance of our bodies - Including waste management, hydration, proper oxygen transport, and cell regeneration.
I must also mention that there's a doctor who specializes in this area. His name is Dr. Brownstein, he's a board-certified family physician, and is one of the foremost practitioners of holistic medicine. I've been following him for about a year now, and TORE through his book, "Iodine: Why You Need It, Why You Can't Live Without It" in just two hours this past weekend. Here's the link to his official website:
http://www.drbrownstein.com/
So. With that said.
Have I read of successes with people ridding themselves of cysts, and even cancer, with proper Iodine and Sodium intake? Yes. Will my body do the same? I'm not sure.. That is entirely up to God.
But with there being so many benefits to increasing my Iodine and Sodium intakes, like energy, better sleep, possible weight loss, etc., I know it can't hurt to try. :)
Here's to hoping that my next ultrasound will result in a smaller, or non-existent, tumorous cyst.
To health, happiness, and good stewardship!