Quote:
|
I find that quote from Dr. Hooshmand incomprehensible.
|
That's why I called it a myth! Some of the comments made by Dr. Hooshmand have taken on a life of their own. I simply pointed it out because I think that is where the myth started. To some people his RSD Puzzles have become fact when little to no evidence is given to support some of his positions. That being said he provided many people with good care at one point in time when few others knew what to do for RSD. He is now long retired and his web site has not been updated for a few years. mrsD you provided us with some great information and food for thought. Thanks!
As far as cravings for sweets go, I used to have a horrible sweet tooth and needed carbs constantly, I have not been dx with fibro. Since I have changed my diet these past 6 months my cravings have reduced substantially. I get enough sugar now in my fresh fruits that I rarely have cravings. I will have chocolate on a special occasions or just before my period comes. Since I changed my diet I feel much better in many ways. I used to eat lots of red meat and carbs, it was a very unbalanced diet and that was reflected in my overall health and pain levels.
Roz, as far a neurotoxins go...they are in almost all processed foods now. MSG is now being disguised under a number of different names on food labels.
Quote:
MSG is what is known as an “excitotoxin,” a substance that artificially excites, and can damage the nervous system and brain.
More recently, manufacturers have begun replacing the stigmatized MSG with Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein (HVP), but this actually contains up to 40% MSG. Also watch for names like “yeast extract,” “hydrolyzed milk proteins,” “sodium caseinate,” “calcium caseinate” or simply “casein,” or “kombu extract”. MSG could also possibly be one of a number of ingredients under the umbrella terms “natural flavour,” “seasonings” or “spices”.
|
Neurotoxins /excitotoxins really is a whole other thread that I think needs to be discussed on the forum. I will post a separate thread with more information on this topic when I have a bit more time, unless someone else wants to have a go at it, and in that case I'll happily contribute.
Wishing you all a good day.
MsL