Brain Tumor Recovery – Part II – Steroid Psychosis
Posted By Lori L. On Saturday, January 7th 2012. Under Acne, Being your own advocate, hemangiomablastoma, Insomnia, Steroid Psychosis, Stress Tags: adrenal, cortisol, dexamethasone, insomnia, moon face, prednisone, steroid induced acne, steroid psychosis, stress hormone
As detailed in Part I, I had a benign brain tumor removed on December 24, 2011. Surgery went perfectly, the tumor was fully-excised, and I was released from the hospital 3 days post-op. The main medication I have been required to take for the two weeks post-op is called Dexamethasone. ... Continue Reading
Can’t Sleep? Try Melatonin
Posted By Lori L. On Wednesday, July 27th 2011. Under Being your own advocate, Insomnia, Stress, Weight Loss Tags: anti-oxidant, insomnia, melatonin, sleep
Melatonin is a widely available and inexpensive supplement that aids sleep, but has also recently been found to have anti-oxidant effects which may prevent Alzheimer's and slow down the aging process.
QUALITY SLEEP
Melatonin is a hormone produced by the pineal gland in the brain. This little gland is light-sensitive and as ... Continue Reading
Eat up that leftover turkey to reduce stress!
If you are from the U.S., chances are you are recovering from Turkey Overload from yesterday's traditional gorge. But, did you know that turkey is a great stress reducer? It's a great protein to eat during the entire holiday season.Turkey is chock full of B vitamins which are natural energizers. ... Continue Reading
