Originally Posted by mrsD

Many of us can heal. Those with hereditary CMT, cannot.

Originally Posted by Marie33

I do not think I have CMT, so Im assuming all my bloodwork Dxlabs results are correct. Neurol is sayin its "idopathic" I am otherwise healthy.
I know I have to be patient and let vits and supplemets do there job.

Mrs D, you said your take Biotin 10 mgs at night. I ordered Biotin as you suggested. I just have one small concern. I looked up Biotin and it says adults should only take 30mcg a day. Do you think its safe to take 10mgs? , seems like its a big diff in dosage.
Btw do you notice a diff in your hair , says its supposed to be good for hair and nails.

Originally Posted by mrsD

Sounds good to me what you are trying.

Fish will provide some Omega-3s too which our nerves need to repair.

I personally don't have problems with meat. But I do get really tired of chicken.

Keep us in the loop with your progress. Eating simple, whole foods like you are doing is best, always.

Don't forget some type of beans, Edamame are good and so are black (easy to digest). They provide magnesium and so does that dark chocolate you have!

Originally Posted by Stacy2012

For me, I would not get rid of meat, it doesn't cause me any problems. It is the carbs that I got rid of because the carbs make my pn worse.

Have you tried eliminating carbs first?

Have you tried taking Benfotiamine? It's a life saver for me.

Originally Posted by Marie33

Hi I also have SFN Idiopathic.ugh! no cause for me yet, anyway.
Its good to read you and many others write "heal" . Do you truly believe we can heal? Sorry im just overwhelmed and depressed. I can not for the life of me understand where this "horrible painful illness" came from. I was always healthy and active until one day 2 yrs ago I started having pins and needles in my legs and burning feet at night, its been down hill from there, its all over now.
Im taking many supplemets , even tryed metanx for 2 mos still have many pain symtoms. Tryn lyrica now, can not get past 50mgs once a day, side effects are harsh. I'm feel so hopeless. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated . Thanks..

Originally Posted by Steven N

I'm not sure why you are eliminating meat, but not other animals, like fish.
Personally, I have not eaten dead animals for over 35 years, and feel much better for it; for me, it is largely an ethical issue. There are, of course, health issues, as well. For years, my brother has made fun of my vegetarianism; I refrain from commenting on his open heart surgery, stent insertion, etc. I prefer my way.

I have been fairly overweight for years, and have recently dropped 50 lbs by eliminating all gluten from my diet. I recently learned about my gluten intolerance, and the damage it has done to my body, including the destruction of my peripheral nerves. While I'll be the first to say that It is damned inconvenient to be a gluten-free vegetarian, I am convinced that it's right for me. It does take a lot of effort in food preparation, as well as research for proper nutrition. I do consume dairy, and take a great deal of B12, glutathione, etc.

The weight gain you mentioned may be caused by many things, including medication. Be careful about consuming too much fructose; a diet high in fruit may not work for you.

Good luck in your quest.

Originally Posted by hopeful

Hi Mrs D, Makes me feel better that you agree with what I am doing. Before you had recommended grape seed I brought it an never took it. Is it possible to open the capsules and put it in my afternoon drink? Does it change the potency? Also, I can remember why you recommended it? Thanks