Living with MS and Overweight.

2019-01-31T19:05:00.005-05:00

Today I was feeling sorry for myself but I got over it; there is too much turmoil in this country to be feeling sorry for myself. I’m grateful for the things I still have and can do, even though I’m bedridden I still have my arms, hands and fingers I can still use. Now, enough about my current situation; I’m going to tell you what happened to me while I was in the hospital for almost 3 months. Last New Year’s Eve I was admitted into the hospital with a UTI infection and I was treated with Intravenous brain blood barrier Antibiotics for a week. Then in February I ended up with another UTI infection and was treated for a whole week with the intravenous blood brain barrier antibiotics. Again in March, I became incoherent and had seizures and was once again admitted into the hospital for a septic infection for three weeks this time. Once again they treated me with a brain blood barrier antibiotic. All in all before all of this, I was constantly suffering with spasticity, muscle spasms, restlessness of my limbs, stiffness in my hands and the ole annoying pins and needles. After all of my stays in the hospital, my husband one day was staring at me and I asked him why; he was amazed that he hasn’t seen me have not even one muscle spasm or spasticity since I have been home a month later from the hospital. I began to research on intravenous blood brain barrier Antibiotics and found that many people who lived in the north, for instance, Pennsylvania, were treated with this type of antibiotics to treat Lyme disease. After researching, no one has a definition for what multiple sclerosis truly is. All they know is that multiple means, “many” and sclerosis means, “scars”. So our lesions are scars in the brain. What if this intravenous brain blood barrier antibiotic is something we all should consider telling others about this true story, now here I am with no MS symptoms like I had before and my treatment in the hospital was always the brain blood barrier type of antibiotic that seemed to have put whatever is in my brain to sleep. Pass this story on! God Bless and keep fighting the fight against MS!

Change the affect.

2015-08-25T21:36:00.001-04:00

I recently got my hair shaved! My MS has now made it impossible to brush my hair. I tell you, since, I never realized how much effort it took out of me for such a simple task and now it's amazing how much energy I have now that I don't have to deal with my hair. I'm bedridden now and it sucks. I still try to stay in tune with today's modern chic way of life. I'm only in my forties so I should maintain how I look even though I can't use my legs anymore. You ladies hear me right? Being overweight doesn't help either so you know I got to work harder to look good these days! Don't get me wrong, I'm not ashamed living large! BBW are everywhere and look great working what their mother gave them. Also, I've noticed that just making yourself look "pretty" makes you feel like getting outside and sharing your beauty! That's when I started selling AVON products from the comfort of my home. I can't go to the people so I bring them to me through my website! I love feeling sexy even if I'm sitting in my powerchair all the time if not in my hospital bed. Well, I was catching up with my blog since I've been out of touch for so long! More to come soon. If you beautiful ladies are interested in visiting my AVON eStore website, here's my link: www.youravon.com/lorod1971

Until next time, peace and love!

What a great family.

2013-09-13T22:21:00.001-04:00

Most people who feel they're in a rut, usually do not look into asking for help. It's sad but true. I realized a few months ago that I was in a rut living each day in my home with no way to travel out and about to enjoy family gatherings, go shopping, visit friends or do other daily activities.

I began researching used handicap vans in online dealers websites and was shocked in how high the prices were just for 1999 handicap vans. I decided to look for vans sold by one owner sellers in craiglist. I finally found a 1998 Dodge Caravan handicap van. With it being sold at such a great price, I brought it up in a conversation with my family member not expecting nothing more than input or advise.

My family went and decided to all chip in to get this handicap van for me. They explained to me how much they wanted me happy to be able to travel beyond my home's perimeter. I couldn't believe it. I truly did not expect this but surely was grateful!

So, here I was in a rut but just because I reached out to a loved one, my life is now so much better! Never think you're alone because you're NOT! Someone you know loves you and can help.

Current sitch!

2013-08-31T09:35:00.001-04:00

It's been over 5 months since my last blog update. Well, unfortunately my fight with MS has gotten me bedridden but my spirits are still up and running. I still use my Herbalife which helps me with my weight issues. I no longer can stand or even sit up on my own, I worried about gaining weight since I was bedridden. Amazingly, as I continued using my Herbalife products, I continued losing one to two pounds a week. It also helps me nutritionally giving me all the nutrients my body needs to keep fighting against bad health. This is not much of an update but it was due. Keep positive, that's all we all can do. Peace & Love.

March 7, 2013 ~

2013-01-25T01:51:00.001-05:00

I haven't been feeling myself these last few weeks and having to endure muscle spasticity along with MS hugs during those weeks, I began feeling down on my luck. I can't say I haven't been depressed lately but I recently received my own Q6 Edge power wheelchair which lifted my spirits. I began thinking of how my life has changed and the things I have accomplished. When I first learned about my diagnosis of MS back in April of 1998, I was weighing over 310lbs. Despite my weight, I went out to many places enjoying my life. Dancing was my favorite pass time, I also loved horseback riding and walking trails but when I heard "you have MS", it shocked me. 'Not me', I thought to myself. 'There goes my life', I said to myself.
This news made me think sad thoughts of no longer being able to do the things I truly enjoyed. I now had to focus and figure out where I stood in life with my health and my weight.
I knew in the long run, my weight was going to be a huge factor in how MS will affect my body. It actually scared me.
I was always self conscious about my weight problem but never enough to actually do something about it. It started when I moved back to Florida back in 2002, no longer capable of work, and going through some other personal matters, I noticed my MS progressing towards my legs, making them weak and clumsy. I had lots of tripping accidents followed by falls. I had to do something to help lighten the load on my legs! I began trying different diets, for example: "the Michael Thurman Six Week Body Makeover", "Atkins", "Cabbage Soup Diet", amongst others but I would lose weight only to gain more back! Yo-Yo dieting was a huge thing for me, if one diet didn't work, another one might. What a crock!
After a few years of dieting trials and errors, I finally found a product that worked and is still working and getting my weight under control. Back in March of 2012, I began Herbalife and lost so far, 70lbs! And know that since I cannot walk, I lost the weight with no exercise and continue to do so. I use their amazing products, not only for weightloss but for muscle gain, energy, skin & hair health, and plenty more! If you find my story familiar to yours, you should check my site: http://www.greatshapetoday.com/preenroll.php?uname=2urbetterhealth&firstin=1&er=1

Over weight and have MS?

2013-01-20T23:43:00.001-05:00

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2013-01-18T00:52:00.001-05:00

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This New Year..

2012-12-26T22:46:00.001-05:00

Things keep looking up for me, I'm continuing losing weight making movement more easy. Great Shape Today changed my life and continues to do so. I used to be a size 30/32 plus, and now, I'm a size 22! And only within a few months! Please give it a try, there's nothing to lose except your weight! Need to lose weight and keep it off? http://2urbetterhealth.greatshapetoday.com/

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2012-12-03T19:50:00.001-05:00

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Living with MS and Overweight.: Losing weight helps!

2012-11-30T07:10:00.001-05:00

Living with MS and Overweight.: Losing weight helps!

Losing weight helps!

2012-11-29T13:01:00.001-05:00

Unquestionably, losing weight has improved my MS symptoms to where I can move more easily than before I lost 70lbs. I'm still using this amazing weight loss system and the pounds keep coming off! I had to purchase new apparel in order to fit clothes from all the inches I lost, from plus size 30/32 to 22! And I'm still losing!!!

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2012-11-15T13:27:00.001-05:00

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2012-05-14T16:08:00.001-04:00

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2012-01-19T12:29:00.000-05:00

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Stabbing Pins & Needles

2011-12-19T14:01:00.000-05:00

These past few weeks I've been dealing with such incredible pain along with annoyance. Anyone who has MS and has dealt with "pins & needles" anywhere in their body know how annoying it is trying to get anything done while your limbs are being constantly attacked by stabs of pins & needles. My neurologist says it's just a discomfort having pins & needles but I feel it incapacitates my normal way of living, it's not just a discomfort for me. Given the fact that he gave me a prescription for Gabapentin to help soften the constant attacks, I've read that this medication is for people with epilepsy. I wonder if taking this pill will cause more damage for me than good. It's a shame how we must use only government approved prescribed drugs while the illegal naturally earth grown herbs, which actually have no deadly side effects, are banned from being used. I have to say that while taking Gabapentin alone, it hasn't helped nor stopped the pain from my pins & needles but a simple and natural herb did. It's medically legal in a few states like California but I feel it should be legal in the whole United States for all those who suffer with pain from MS. What do you think?

My Mobility

2011-11-20T00:00:00.000-05:00

Hello everyone, having multiple sclerosis is complicated in itself but being overweight really complicates things! I was extremely overweight when first diagnosed back in April of 1998 but I was very actively mobile. As the years passed, I began noticing my ms was slowly progressing and affecting my legs. With the near future and uncertainty of it all, I knew one thing; I had to start using mobility aids plus lose weight to help my body adjust to the daily leg weakness and drop foot which seemed to be a cruel reminder of how my life has changed. In the midst of losing weight by cutting all sweets off the menu, I had to become accustomed in using mobility aids in public, in front of friends and family. Many of my friends couldn't believe I was using a rolling walker, they didn't really know how to react to this new me. My family tried to act the same around me but I did notice more "babying" over me especially from my mother. I knew she couldn't help it-she's my mom. Over time my mobility aids became second hand to me; my cane, rolling walker and wheelchair became a daily part of my life using them indoors and out. I advise any of you who are dealing with mobility problems to truly consider getting a mobility aid, I found this site very helpful in viewing and purchasing such aids: http://astore.amazon.com/ml0cf-20

Your Mobility Aids

2011-11-19T19:23:00.000-05:00

Having MS plus being overweight makes my mobility an everyday challenge, but with the help of mobility aids, the challenges don't seem so hard. Check out what could work for you, in Lorena's Mobility Store: http://astore.amazon.com/ml0cf-20

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2011-06-14T21:06:00.000-04:00

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Respect Yourself.

2011-05-09T02:16:00.000-04:00

Anxiety because of obesity?

2011-05-04T00:00:00.000-04:00

Tonight I just saw a video from a young lady in her early 20's dealing with anxiety. She was stating how she feels like she's going to die at a very early age. This troubled me. I can not believe people out in society are still making others feel worse about theirselves in this day and age. Comments full of negativity can lead a person to get very ill mentally and physically. Every ONE person deserves respect, whether you're thin, medium, large or extra large! Life can be beautiful if we learned to accept one another and just be happy for being alive! Breath before you speak to take a moment and think of what you're about to say to anyone. The video hit home for me because I'm an extra large person with great strength against harsh words and hoping to rub off my strengths to those who need it. Good luck to you "TheBigGirlDiary"!!!!

Brass and Ivory: Life with Multiple Sclerosis and Rheumatoid Arthritis: Service Dogs for MS Patients - MS Beyond Meds

2011-04-28T22:37:00.000-04:00

I came across this great MS Blogger today and couldn't help but share her page about MS Service Dogs! Please read by clicking her link: Brass and Ivory: Life with Multiple Sclerosis and Rheumatoid Arthritis: Service Dogs for MS Patients - MS Beyond Meds: "Conversations on the blog often circle around issues directly and indirectly related to quality of life. We talk about what symptomatic tre..."

(Multiple Sclerosis Cure) Change Your Thinking? (Multiple Sclerosis Cure)

2011-04-22T00:33:00.000-04:00

Sweet Day.

2011-04-22T00:12:00.000-04:00

Today was a pleasant day with hardly any spasms! Yea! As for my weightloss, I treated myself to DQ small ice-cream. Once a month is ok to treat yourself, I believe. Many people trying to lose weight end up messing up because they don't allow one treat to themselves so they don't feel so deprived. Also, when you're ill 24/7, you deserve to treat yourself. Another thought accurred to me today. I think people who are like myself, should consider a pet. They are wonderful stress relievers especially when depression begins to creep in. I understand the great responsibility in having a pet companion, so only consider it if you have family and/or friends to help you. Having a dog definately will get you out of your house or apartment and work your limbs! More to come later...for now, keep on keeping on!

My Introduction

2011-04-20T02:00:00.000-04:00

Hello Everyone,

Being overweight all my life is hard to deal with but believe it or not, I overcame the jokes or cruel remarks from classmates, so called friends or passing strangers because I never backed down from any one plus I was very witty at comebacks. I was no one's fool, I didn't let me being fat stop me from having respect for myself and from others. I believe you get treated the way you show everyone how to treat you. Anyone living with MS or Obesity or both, knows the everyday battles we deal with on a daily basis. We get looks and rude stares when in public or especially if you are in a restaurant or you're passing through a crowded plaza. We seem to have fallen off the social scene, geez, a very popular TV network would not play a "Lane Bryant" commercial claiming the lady was too revealing yet they play "Victoria Secrets" too sexy and revealing commercials all the time. Uh, what's wrong with that picture? But we must fight to keep moving foward in this cruel society where everyone has to be a certain way to be accepted. Don't believe the HYPE. You should be you and living proud for it! More to come later. Peace and Love.