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I have advice for new plasma donors who may be considering to try it out and earn extra money:

• Plasma is 92% water and the rest is mostly protein elements.
• The plasma is separated from your blood and your red blood cells are returned to you in cycles.
• Per FDA regulations, you're only allowed to donate plasma twice in a 7 day period, with a 48 hour wait inbetween those two times. Don't risk your health by hopping around to different plasma donation centers to circumvent these regulations, and you may get caught if you do.

1. Eat a meal high in protein 2-3 hours before donating, but your plasma protein levels depend on what you ate the day before.
2. Drink plenty of water and/or non-caffeinated juice before donating to stay hydrated.
3. Avoid caffeine such as in coffee or soda before donating or you may get nauseous and vomit or faint during your donation.
4. No alcohol 24 hours before, and for a little while after donating.
5. No exercising for at least 6 hours after donating as it can put too much stress on the vein.
6. Some people get away with smoking or vaping nicotine before and after donating, but it's recommended not to for 2 hours before and after. The nicotine can raise your heart's pulse rate.
7. If your pulse rate is 100 or above, you'll be able to do a vitals retake after a 15 minute wait. But if it's 100 or higher again you'll be deferred for the day. If your pulse rate is an issue, listen to "Pink Noise" or "Green Noise" at a low volume before donating which may help reduce your pulse rate, along with its effect on lowering your blood pressure.
8. There is a risk of getting a blown vein if the worker is having a hard time finding your vein when they're sticking you with the needle or if you have small veins. You may get deferred until your vein heals if that happens. But it's ok, your body is able to regenerate your veins with a process called Angiogenesis.
9. There is a risk of blood clots, but when your blood is constantly moving through the machine it prevents that from happening.
10. You may be subject to drug screening. The drug screening tests for methamphetamines, cocaine, and heroin. Certain pharma prescription meds may show up as a false positive so you'll want to let the plasma center know what meds you're taking. Testing positive for these drugs can result in a permanent deferral from donating plasma.
11. A sample of your blood will be drawn periodically to test for certain sexually transmitted infections (STIs). A positive test will result in either a temporary or permanent deferral from donating plasma. If you've ever been diagnosed or received treatment for HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis B (HBV) or Hepatitis C (HCV) you will be permanently deferred from donating plasma.

Donating Plasma with Managed Diabetes
Individuals with well-controlled diabetes can contribute to plasma donation, but certain criteria need to be met:
Absence of Complications: This means no existing diabetic complications affecting your kidneys, heart, blood vessels, or eyes.
Insulin Independence: If you rely on insulin for diabetes management, a three-month waiting period is required after using needles for non-prescribed medications. Additionally, you must be free of symptoms or treatment needs related to blood sugar fluctuations (high or low) for the past three months.

1. Healthy Feet: Active foot ulcers requiring medical attention will disqualify you from donation.
2. Steady Balance: You shouldn't experience dizziness or lightheadedness upon standing.
3. Type 1 Consideration: For Type 1 diabetics, eating within two hours of donation is mandatory.

• Wait a few hours before taking the bandage wrap off of your arm after donating.
• It's recommended to use Vitamin E oil/Mineral oil on the needle site for the puncture area to heal better. A Q-tip can be used to apply it easier. I simply dip the Q-Tip in the bottle, but never dip the used cotton back into the bottle.
• Frequently donating over a prolonged period of time may lead to your body having decreased vitamin D levels.
  
• Red meats are particularly high in the protein vitamins and minerals found in plasma.
  
• Personally, I take a Now brand Vitamin D supplement that contains vitamin D3, Calcium, Magnesium, and Zinc. But I only take a half a dose, 1 gel capsule instead of 2, since I get these from eating meats and other foods as well. It's bad for your health if you take too much of these vitamins and minerals over time. I also take an Iron supplement. I also drink a protein shake before donating. Just to be safe.
  

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Hi Everyone, later this month I will be 7 years out of my Glioblastoma diagnosis. I was 30 years old when I was diagnosed and am 37 years old now. Over the last 6+ years, I have been put in contact with many people battling the same diagnosis and decided to create a Word document titled "Health & Happiness", which details all of the things I have incorporated into my healing journey. Everyone is different and I am simply sharing what has worked for me. Neither me or my wife are in the medical field however we have spent a lot of time researching things to integrate into my day-to-day life which we believe are keeping me healthy. For the first 5 years of my journey I received MRI's every 8 weeks; now that I am more than 5 years out I get MRI's every 12 weeks. Below is a copy and paste of the document:
*Below there are some discount codes that I have not affiliation with and found them through IG or marketing emails and they might be outdated*
My Neurosurgeon:
Dr. Mitchel Berger - UCSF
My Neuro Oncologist:
Dr. Timothy Cloughesy - UCLA
My Naturopathic Doctor:
· Christian Gonzalez, ND
o Check out his podcast, “Heal Thy Self” – This podcast has been life-changing for my wife and I. It has provided us with assurance about the path that we have been on to keep me healthy and has opened our eyes to so many things that we thought were “good” and “healthy” when in fact we were grossly misled to a technique called “Green Washing” that a lot of companies and products use in their marketing efforts.
· Below are two links where you can find a ND in your area.
o Naturopath Oncologist Database - https://oncanp.org/directory/
o General Naturopath Doctor Database - https://www.naturopathic.org/AF_MemberDirectory.asp?version=2
CBD/THC Extracts - Cancer Protocols:
· I went through CT's full 90 day protocol back in 2017 in conjunction with radiation and chemo (Temodar). I am on CT's "maintenance" program and have been since I finished the 90 day protocol.
o https://www.constancetherapeutics.com/
o https://www.forbes.com/sites/abbierosne2019/01/24/constance-finleys-midlife-detour-to-cannabis-extraction-connoisseu#456c41bc35c6
§ The article above is from Forbes magazine on Constance and how she got started.
Books and Documentaries:
· Radical Remission. This book was the first book I read when I was diagnosed and gave me knowledge and motivation to not look at my diagnosis as a death sentence. One of the most powerful cancer books I have read and I highly recommend it for anyone that has cancer or knows someone that has cancer. 😊
· What the Health: Netflix
· Heal: Netflix
o Here are a couple ‘extras’ from “Heal” that we found very powerful and inspiring.
§ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7sxmK8A-Kco&list=PLmcZvnvGDkToo9nYIX3ugcgyLCll0NLLc&utm_content=b080891cf2ccb1c272c432873d52f9cd&utm_campaign=Don%27t+believe+you+can+change+your+destiny%3F+This+video+could+help+you+change+your+mind.&utm_source=Robly.com&utm_medium=email

§ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EeQjNRahxrw&feature=youtu.be&utm_content=eadbd6e0e0dff2d44d28e6515fa4c2a1&utm_campaign=Rob+Wergin+use+his+incredible+and+unique+gifts&utm_source=Robly.com&utm_medium=email

o The Documentary “Heal”, did so well they wrote a book as well.
· The Game Changers – A documentary on Netflix.
· Forks Over Knives - Netflix
· Cowspiracy – Netflix
· The China Study – Book outlining the most comprehensive study done on nutrition, and the links the standard American diet has to all types of diseases including cancer.
· Being In Balance - Book
· You The Healer – Book
· The Power of Now – Book
· The Celestine Prophecy – Book
· How Not To Die – Book
· The Truth About Cancer – Documentary


Supplements I am taking:
· Maca Root
· Vitamin B12
· Gaia – “Liver Health”
· Bladderwrack & Sea Moss
o We purchase these from- https://alkalineveganshop.com/
· Mushroom Supplements: Chaga, Turkey Tail, Maitake, Reishi, Cordyceps & Lion’s Mane (Real Mushrooms is the company we use.) See video and article below about the health benefits of mushrooms.
o https://www.realmushrooms.com/
o https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uuL_faveAnw
o https://www.drweil.com/health-wellness/body-mind-spirit/canceturkey-tail-mushrooms-for-cancer-treatment/
o Paul Stamets is the CEO of Host Defense and his mother was diagnosed with Stage Four Breast Cancer. He gives a lot of credit to her remission from the mushroom supplements. https://hostdefense.com/also has a 10% off first time order. We order from Vitacost.com though due to their sales and free shipping.
· Agaricus Mushroom – I take it at night with my Essiac Tea (See Below)
· Kelp
· Vitamin D3
· Graviola/Soursop – (can be taken as a supplement or in Tea form)
· Ashwagandha –Benefits and study links below. In the first link below, each number found in the article is a hyper link showcasing different studies that have been conducted proving the benefits listed.
o https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/12-proven-ashwagandha-benefits#section3
o https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/26650066
· Vitamin B2
· Boswellia (Frankincense)
· Melatonin
· CoQ10
[· X-R Shield by LifeExtension – My ND prescribed me to take these 5 days prior to air travel, during travel and 5 days after air travel. When flying, you’re exposed to high amounts of radiation and this supplement helps to protect cell DNA damage]()
· Chaparral
o We purchase these from- https://alkalineveganshop.com/
· Liposomal Glutathione – Quicksilver Scientific
· NAC (N-Acetyl-L-Cysteine, Free-Form)
· Co-E1 NADH
· Probiotic – Klaire Labs, Ther-Biotic Complete
· Life Cykel Mushroom Tinctures
o https://us.lifecykel.com/?rfsn=3953957.f0c203&utm_source=refersion&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=3953957.f0c203
o Discount code: 0DCB4626
o Chaga, Turkey Tail, Reishi, Lions Maine, Cordyceps, Shitake
o All of the above mushrooms are harnessed in Kakadu Plum juice which is the most Vitamin C dense fruit in the world.
· We get most of our supplements from http://www.vitacost.com . They have sales all the time and free 2-day shipping.

Teas:
· Senna Tea - I drank this on the nights I took Temodar (Chemo) to prevent constipation, it's a lot easier on your body than any OTC medication.
· Essiac Tea - I drink 4 oz. of this every night before bed. People who have defeated cancer give a lot of credit to Essiac Tea.
o We purchase it in loose leaf form from https://www.starwest-botanicals.com/
· Moringa
· Dandelion
· Teas with Turmeric
[· Pique Tea – Organic, ceremonial grade, triple screened for heavy metals, mold toxins and pesticides. This is the only tea that we have been able to find that has a triple screening process for heavy metals. “Organic” does not mean free of heavy metals.]()
o Discount Code: GREENFIELD 15% off!

Other things I do:
· Meditation – Every day for 20 minute – I started off with the app called “Headspace” other people use “Calm”. Its personal preference.
o I am looking into taking a TM class (Transcendental Meditation) and will let you know once I do.
[· Minimizing EMF exposure as much as possible]()
o Sleeping with our phones in airplane mode and away from us, ideally in another room
o Turning off Wi-Fi at night, and even when not in use
o Covering Wi-Fi router and Digital Electricity Meter (outside of house) with EMF guards
§ These can be found here: https://smartmeterguard.com/
o Keeping cell phones away from our bodies as much as possible
o Not using anything wireless near our heads. This includes cell phones (always talk on speaker phone or a wired ear pod connection), air pods or any type of Bluetooth headphones, this includes Bluetooth in the car.
o Hardwiring my office so there is no need for Wi-Fi.
· When we fly, we have these blankets that we wrap around our body. This company has a lot of great products that protect you from EMF exposure.
o https://www.defendershield.com/emf-radiation-protection-blanket
· We also wear these when we fly, they are a company out of Australia
o https://radiasmart.com/emf-hat-hood/
o This is what we have: RS EMF radiation protection hood, blocking RF, EMF- Brian Coat
· Here is another company that is popular, we were not aware of it at the time of buying the other products above.
o https://getlambs.com/products/emf-proof-beanie
· Positive attitude and mindset in everything I do- link below to article explaining how thoughts can benefit or hinder your body
o https://www.huffpost.com/entry/how-your-thoughts-change-your-brain-cells-and-genes_b_9516176
· Eliminate as much stress as I possibly can from my everyday life
· Be present in my mind
· Yoga
· Spin
· Writing down 3 things that I am grateful for each night before bed
· Using Frankincense oil on my feet and pillow, every night, before bed
· Morning Routine: Body Scan Meditation, Drink a liter of water when you wake up (Your body is most dehydrated after a full night’s sleep), stretch or some type of quick 10 minute workout to get your body moving in the morning, “I Am” affirmations (I will usually do this right after I finish my morning stretching, I will typically say 5-10 things out loud to myself, for example (I am healthy, I am a loving husband, I am kind, etc…), statements of gratitude (I will mix this in with my “I Am” affirmations, for example, I am grateful for my bed, I am grateful for my home, I am grateful to have access to organic produce, etc…) I try to focus on this that I have in my life instead of things that I want, rubbing a 1-2 drops of any organic essential oil that you like in your hands in the morning and taking 4-5 deep breaths with your hands over your mouth and nose (this is very helpful in awakening your sensory functions), lastly, I listen to music when getting ready for work in the morning. Soft music in the morning taps into the creative side of your brain and research has shown that individuals that listen to soft music in the morning are more creative and productive throughout the day than those who don’t.
· Taking a walk every day to get fresh air and disconnect, normally with the dogs J
· Circuit Training
· Acupuncture / Energy Healing
· Energy Healer – Steve Montoya – Let me know if you would like his contact info. He travels all over the world healing people. He is in the LA/OC area once a quarter or so.
o https://ramonashealingjourney.wordpress.com/2015/11/04/you-shall-know-them-by-their-love/
· Keeping my body warm at all times. We learned from Traditional Chinese Medicine, that keeping the body warm protects the kidneys, which means all of the other organs can do their job and the body can heal. Also, just for example, when you have a fever, it’s your body’s way of protecting all of your vital organs so that they can do their job, as well as preventing any proliferation of bacteria and viruses.
o http://aprilcrowell.com/asian-medicine/warm-to-the-core/
· John of God – Brazil. Lauren’s cousin went down to visit him during the 4th quarter of 2018 and took a head shot of myself as well as a two-page letter sharing my story. He is a spiritual healer that helped a young man get to a state of meditation where his brain tumor shrunk to nothing. He sent back two bottles of Herbs (Ground Up Passion Flower Leaves – Actual Name: Passiflora) for me to take. There is a large portion about him in the book “Radical Remission” and he is featured in “Heal” as well.
· I brush my teeth with my less dominant hand once a day and then with my dominant hand the other two times.
o This helps stimulate parts of the brain that are not in use often. You can do this with many things, brushing your hair, using your less dominant foot in sports, washing your body with soap while showering.
· Drinking and eating out of glass vs. plastic. It’s having an effect on both men and women’s endocrine systems (hormones, fertility, etc…)
o https://www.plasticpollutioncoalition.org/pft/2017/7/26/new-endocrine-disrupting-chemicals-are-undermining-male-fertility
· This may sound like something so simple but it’s quite challenging: When moving/changing physical positions I am always present. For example, every time I sit, I tell myself I am sitting, every time I stand to walk, I tell myself I am standing. This helps me to bring my mind into a present state and focus less on the future or past.
o This was a recommendation during one of my guided meditations.
· Laughing, loving and hugging every day. This was a big take away for Lauren and I from reading the book Radical Remission. It’s important to laugh every day, love every day and receive and give hugs to people every day. I know, I know, it sounds crazy but it has worked on other folks, we practice it every day. We try to watch more comedies if we are going to watch a movie on the weekend, an easy way to incorporate laughter into your life.
· We recently added air purifiers into our home. I also have one in my office. We purchased the Molekule, but through research we found that the Air Doctor is another good option (and I believe also a little less expensive). Here is a discount code for $100 off a Molekule: MetroMD100
· IR Sauna (Infrared Saunas)
o These are great for detoxifying the body, especially after air travel. I go to Perspire (https://perspiresaunastudio.com/) here in Orange County.
· Epsom Salt Baths – Especially after air or any long car travel as well.
· Grounding/Earthing – Walk around barefoot on your backyard grass or anywhere there is a plot of “Earth”. Feel the grass between your toes or if you are at the beach, be aware of the sand between your toes. We are all energy and Earth contains energy, manifest the energy from the Earth into your body for increased healing, awareness, presence and mindfulness. I do this for about 10-15 minutes.
· Cold Showers (as cold as the shower can get) every morning and Ice Plunges. Look up the “Wim Hof Method”
o https://www.wimhofmethod.com/

Diet:
· For the past 6+ years we have followed a whole food plant-based diet (vegan without the junk food). Cancer cells feed off of Glucose (Sugar) firstly, but can also utilize glutamate as a second source of fuel (which is in all animal protein, land and sea). I have also cut out all artificial sugars from my diet. Dairy is also extremely inflammatory for your body and has been linked to cancer in many research studies.
· White Carbs and Gluten - We have eliminated these from our diet as much as we possibly can. Even for people who do not have a ‘gluten intolerance,’ gluten is very hard on the body’s digestive system. Excessive consumption can lead to a leaky gut, which causes toxins to seep out of the digestive tract into the body/blood making it hard for your immune system to work at its peak. Also, most gluten products have high levels of glyphosate, which they’ve linked to cancer. Glyphosate acts like an antibiotic to your gut (not in a good way), wiping out all of the beneficial gut flora which are there to keep your immune system working efficiently.
· Alkaline Foods and Water - Cancer cells cannot grow in an alkaline environment; we drink water with a PH level of 9.5. We recently invested in a Kangen water machine for our home. A level of 7 PH is balanced and anything below 7 is acidic. Cancer cells thrive in an acidic environment. Things that make your body acidic are alcohol, dairy, meat, processed and artificial sugars and gluten.
· I drink warm lemon water with apple cider vinegar every morning, which also helps alkalize the body and keep stomach acid levels at a great pH for food absorption.
· We practice intermittent fasting, which allows the body to not worry about processing food for a large portion of the day but rather allow its immune system to be working at its peak ability. We started out by only eating from 12 PM - 8 PM and are working toward 12 PM - 6 PM. Intermittent fasting is really important when taking Temodar (or any chemotherapy). It allows the body to protect the healthy cells while targeting cancer cells. There is so much research showing the benefits of intermittent fasting for cancer patients.
· This is a really interesting article citing a lot of different sources regarding a plant-based diet and fighting/preventing cancer:
o https://www.vivahealth.org.uk/veganhealth/dont-feed-cancer

Other Things to Research:
· Dr. Sebi – He is the doctor who put a full-page ad in the NY Post and was sued to take it down. When he went to his court hearing the judge asked him if he could prove that he healed anyone, and he furnished 70 patients of his that were healed by his treatment and the Judge declared “not guilty” on all the charges that were brought against him by the State of New York.
o The link below is a quick rundown of his life. I believe the pharmaceutical companies were heavily involved with his death in while he was imprisoned in Honduras.
o https://wakeup-world.com/2015/08/28/dr-sebi-the-man-who-cures-aids-cancer-diabetes-and-more/
· Radiation Stickers for your cell phone and laptop:
o https://www.amazon.com/Radiation-Protection-Labobbon-Household-Appliances/dp/B078SSD6QC
· We also try to use the ‘cleanest’ hygiene products we can find. There are many harmful chemicals in our everyday toothpastes, shampoos, deodorants, etc. Chemicals to avoid in hygiene products below:
o Shampoo – Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, basically any ‘sulfate,’ Parabens, Sodium Benzoate. Brands that we like are: 100% Pure, Acure, Alaffia
o Toothpaste – Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, basically any ‘sulfate’, fluoride, triclosan, DEA, Propylene Glycol, Microbeads. One of the worst toothpaste brands out there is Colgate. We use Himalaya Botanique & Nature’s Gate as well as Dr. Bronner’s All-In-One toothpaste.
o Deodorant – Aluminum, Parabens, Triclosan, DEA, Propylene Glycol. We have been testing out natural deodorants for years and our favorite (although not vegan) is from a company called Primally Pure. We’ve also started to use a brand called Joyous Organics with clean (and minimal) ingredients.
o A great website to reference for beauty product ingredients and their safety is https://www.ewg.org/
§ Skin Deep Database – This is where you will find clean products to put on your body.
· https://www.ewg.org/skindeep/

· The Clean Fifteen and Dirty Dozen
o The EWG, each year, comes out with an updated list of produce that we should be buying organic 100% of the time (Dirty Dozen), especially people like you and I who have had cancer. The Clean fifteen can be purchased conventionally if you can’t find them in an organic form and conventional is the only option
o https://www.ewg.org/foodnews/clean-fifteen.php
o https://www.ewg.org/foodnews/dirty-dozen.php

· The link below is a good read on Monsanto’s Glyphosate and the timeline for removal in home use:
o https://www.ewg.org/news-insights/news-release/2021/07/bayer-end-residential-sales-cancer-causing-weedkiller-glyphosate?utm_source=newsletter&utm_campaign=202108News&utm_medium=email&emci=9a939839-bef6-eb11-b563-501ac57b8fa7&emdi=4d3bfe91-dbf7-eb11-b563-501ac57b8fa7&ceid=2210188
These are things that we have done and have found to be successful so far with my body, and hopefully, they are helpful for you as well. I have also included some images below that show how damaging the effects of Wi-Fi radiation (and all of the radiation coming from electronics) can be.

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I also posted in the 45+ group.
I’d love to get advice on my routine. I am mostly concerned with crows feet developing and smile lines. I do get Botox for the forehead and don’t have frown lines.
Morning (in order of application)

• cerave foam cleanser
• I’m from rice toner
• timeless 20% vitamin C, ferulic acid and vitamin E serum
• cosrx snail mucin 96%
• dongyu eye serum
• strivectin anti-wrinkle intensive eye concentrate
• strivectin anti-wrinkle high potency wrinkle filler on the wrinkles I see and around the mouth from prevention
• cerave facial moisturizing lotion (day).
• mineral sunscreen

Night (in order of application)

• micelar water to remove makeup
• cerave foam cleanser
• I’m from rice toner
• cosrx snail mucin 96%
• adapalene (that’s a prescription tretinoids)
• dongyu eye serum
• strivectin wrinkle filler
• velamo retinol eye stick
• cerave facial moisturizing lotion (night)
• latisse ;)

I do the odd eye mask or face mask here and there on evening.
I just wonder if there’s a more effective day and night cream for collagen, skin tightening and wrinkles… the tretinoid cleared up all the very bad melasma from pregnancy (aside from 3 small spots).
Is my order ok? What’s missing?

Hi All,
I recently came back from Seoul and brought back a bunch of skincare. Very new to this space. I have only used facewash, vit C, moisturizer and sunscreen. But I always had hyperpigmentation, dark spots just beneath the surface and blackheads here and there. Anyway, I have been reading up a lot and added some new products in the U.S. too. So here is my skincare routine. I am very confused about actives, etc. I don't want to damage my skin barrier but I also want clear skin. Right now there are some blemishes, large pores and dicoloration. So looking for some input on what I can adjust/add/remove.
Morning:

1. Facewash: Kojic Acid Soap
2. Snail mucin: Cosrx
3. Vitamin C: Green tangerine Vita-C or Rohto Melano CC Concentration Measures Essence
4. Moisturizer: Deep Sea Pure Water Cream
5. Suncreen: Supergoop or Live Tinted balm

Night:

1. Makeup remover: Tatcha camellia cleansing oil
2. Facewash: Roundlab dokdo cleanser
3. Exfoliate: BHA 2% Salicylic acid (Paula's Choice) - game changer for me! Helped with pores.
4. Snail mucin: Cosrx
5. Guasha
6. Retinol: 1% in Squalane (The Ordinary)
7. Eye cream: Joseon eye revival
8. Moisturizer: Dr G snail night cream

I do 2 minutes between every step where possible.

So I have just started doing IVIg (octagam), and I’m getting 60 g infusions over seven hours, over two days. it’s making me feel like crap. I’m diagnosed with pediatric acute onset neuropsychiatric disorder associated with strep or pandas. It’s a type of auto immune encephalitis affecting the basal ganglia in the brain. I also am diagnosed with Tourette’s Syndrome, postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome, mast cell activation syndrome, ,Small intestinal Bacterial overgrowth type c (methaogen overgrowth) and Ehlers-danlos syndrome. During my infusion, I was extremely fatigued and slept through the entire thing, and then I came home and I had really bad migraines. My blood felt like it was pounding in my ears and it felt like someone was sitting on my chest and I couldn’t get enough air. my blood pressure was elevated (168/75) my heart rate laying down was resting in 120s. standing it would be jumping to one 160-170. I became extremely weak. Was becoming catatonic and having seizures as well as having really bad hallucinations. Some of this can be explained due to the pots and pandas, but I’m still feeling horrible. My gait was greatly impacted as were my tics. I was out for I think five days before I could even actually get up and walk my dog (the dog got walked by my brother in the meantime lol ;) a). I’m drinking tons of fluid, I’m taking salt sticks to help with the pots and twice the amount of Benadryl to help with my histamine reactions. I’m taking all my meds and vitamins as prescribed. Is there anything else I can do to help make its easier for the future? This was only my first infusion and I have at least 16 more. I want to do them so I can get better but I’m not excited for them, so far it’s made me absolutely miserable. Anything helps thankyou.

Hello Reddit!
I have been struggling with the following symptoms since I was about 14 years old:

• Sudden pricking/stabbing sensations all over my body without any discernible pattern. It’s not itching but rather a stabbing/pain sensation, which my doctor has referred to as polyneuropathy.

The triggers are always the same:

• Physical exertion such as climbing stairs, sports, etc.
• The transition from cold to warm, although it doesn’t have to be very cold. For example, I might be standing on a platform at 15°C and then board a train that’s +20°C, and I get the symptoms within 2-3 minutes.

The symptoms usually appeared mostly after summer. Last October, it started worse than ever. For weeks, I woke up every night with stabbing, burning pain all over my body. My hands and feet often burn and tingle.
The only relief came from the medication Pregabalin, which stopped the tingling/burning in my hands and feet and the nightly attacks. Only the issues with exertion remained.
I have already undergone all sorts of examinations such as:

• MRI of the head
• MRI of the cervical spine
• Lumbar puncture
• Blood tests
• Vitamin tests
• Examination of the heart by a cardiologist
• Lung function test
• Simple allergy test

Unfortunately, I really don’t know what I might have, and in the end, it will probably be psychological - which doesn’t explain why the symptoms occur due to warmth. Taking Vitamin D3 hasn’t helped either.
Maybe someone with similar symptoms and experiences can be found for an exchange too.
Thank you!

Hello all
29 M here.
I noticed yesterday this pain where my upper wisdom tooth was. Right side by the jaw joint? I could touch the gum or area and it would hurt. By the end of the day I was so hyper focused on it that was miserable. No real bad pain. Just an annoyance. Today it’s better but the pain seems to be in the jaw today. It’s kind of a numbing pain but not really numbing? Idk odd way to describe it. Im able to eat, drink talk etc all fine. I did t know If this is TMJ. or allergies.. sinus issues etc.
I take a SSRI that can cause TMJ.. I’ve been stressed here latley and I’m also on a PPI that I know depletes my vitamins.. I’ve been taking supplements to help. I’m not worried of any infections etc as my gums show healthy. No sores. The tooth that was pulled was a clean pull. And well over a year or two ago

So, I'd be lying if I said I didn't deal with depression a little bit most days, and anxiety most days. But I've been throwing myself fully into exercise and lifestyle changes to claw back as much control of my brain as I can, and now my energy levels are better than they have been since I was a teenager. I haven't had coffee in months.
Exercise
-Get a step counter and walk at least 8k steps a day. Try for 10k. this seriously does so much. If you live in a place with bad weather or walking infrastructure, get a walking pad.
-lift weights. Legs, chest, back, arms. I have a spare room where I stuck a cheap craigslist weight bench and about 200 bucks of barbells and dumbbells. Sure, getting a gym membership is more practical for some people, but for me I know I will work out more with a set at home. It's a nice feeling when I stick some protein in the oven and can just pump out a few sets by the time my food is ready.
-hike/spend time in nature. Aromatic turpentines in forests are shown to have massive positive benefits on emotional regulation.
Diet/lifestyle
-cut out alch, nictotine, weed, processed foods, soda, processed sugar as much as you can. For me, weed was fucking up my mental state, memory, and sleep cycle. I feel way more energy and mental clarity without it. And i can breathe easier without smoking. It's maybe made more of a difference for me than anything.
-focus your diet around getting as wide of a range of micronutrients as possible. Vitamin A (carrots/squash), Vitamin Bs (too much to go into for me rn) Vitamin C (citrus or lots of other fruit), Vitamin E (nuts), Vitamin K (lots of vegetables). Foods like kale are great bc they knock out a lot of your vitamin needs at once (it has A, C, and K I believe).
-avoid plastic if possible. Don't drink out of cans and plastic bottles, don't eat canned food (plastic apoxy). Ironically frozen vegetables in plastic packagaing often have less plastic in them than canned food.
-incorporate antioxidant rich superfoods whenever possible. I especially recommend purple (skin and flesh) Japanese sweet potatoes, blueberries, kale, avocado. Moringa is the healthiest plant I know of (and I am a horticulturalist by training), you might find it at a farmer's market but i buy it dried and drink it as tea.
-if you eat meat, supplement protein needs with plant protein like chickpeas.
-if you are going to eat processed foods, there is a big difference between pasta/bread/hummus vs. twinkees/hohos/etc
Supplements
-magensium glycinate for sleep
-b12
-d3 (maybe take half doses if you get decent amounts of sun, I tested a little high last time I did bloodwork)
Sleep
-find the gentlest lighting possible
-wear blue light glasses as much as possible
-get an essential oil diffuser with tree oils to lower your heartrate
-exercise will make things much easier
-air purifier
-black out curtains
Skincare
-sunscreen every day. avoid it out of plastic if possible bc plastic is not good for your skin
-wear a hat outside
-I make an aloe vera gel harvested from the plant and mix with green tea/moringa/Macha. Then i take the leftover stalks, soak them in warm water and pour it over my head in the bath. Did away with my dandruff overnight.
-ricewater, for skin and hair
-retinol
Hair
-gugo bark shampoo if you can get it is said to fight hair loss
-rosemary oil encourages hair growth
-rice water
-I wash my hair with squash water (yes, water I boiled squash in) before shampooing with gugo bark shampoo. Vitamin A contains retinol. After I did that my girlfriend said my hair had never looked shinier.
Tea
-for caffeine I go with green tea or yerba mate
-non caffeine mix (which I add to the green tea/yerb sometimes as well) is moringa, nettle, and stevia leaf
-if you have a sweet tooth, stevia leaf can be a great sugar replacement.
lmk what you think or if you think of anything

Hello everyone!
Another lengthy post. I did a hair mineral analysis on top of the DNA test to get to the bottom of some nasty symptoms that i cant get rid off (whats left is mostly palpitations, extreme fatigue, reactive hypoglycemia and brain fog). Can anyone connect this to my SNP’s and give me some advice on what to do?
Also something to add to the speculative CBS upregulation discussions. It seems C699T het for me does not lead to increased sulfur (and i eat a lot of sulfur in my diet)
Genes: https://www.reddit.com/MTHFcomments/1b4jfgg/need_some_assistance_with_approach/
The following was measured in mcg/g, i highlighted the abnormalities:
- Nickle: slightly high 0.72 (ref: <0.2) - Calcium: 570 (200-750) - Magnesium: still normal but low 25 (25-75) - Sodium: 23 (20-180) - Potassium: 16 (9-80) - Copper: 33 (11-30) - Zinc: 180 (130-200) - Manganese: very low 0.03 (0.08-0.5) - Chromium: slightly low 0.32 (0.4-0.7) - Vanadium: very low 0.008 (0.018 – 0.065) - Molybdenum: slightly low 0.023 (0.025-0.06) - Borium: 0.78 (0.4-3) - Iodine: slightly low 0.14 (0.25-1.8) - Lithium: 0.012 (0.007-0.02) - Phosphorus: 170 (150-220) - Selenium: slightly low 0.58 (0.7-1.2) - Strontium: 0.93 (0.3-3.5) - Sulfur: 46200 (44000-50000) - Cobalt: very low 0.002 (0.004-0.02) - Iron: slightly low 4.6 (7-16) Rest of the heavy metals were fine (did not mention them here)
Speculation from my end (please correct me on this if i am wrong):
- Nickle: might be due to use of aluminum foil - Iodine: I get most of my iodine from eggs, they add some to bread in the netherlands but i dont really eat bread. - Selenium: not sure if SELENBP1 (i am rs2769264 hz) plays a role here - Cobalt: B12 deficiency? Before the test i took a lot of methylcobalamin and got severe palpitations from it (reason i took the test in the first place) Makes no sense to me to have this low cobalt. - Manganese: no idea why this is low but it might cause the reactive hypo’s and might be a reason why i feel like crap nowadays when i try a low carb approach to my diet. - No idea what causes the other stuff
Diet: above average meat intake, rice, couscous or potatoes for carbs, nuts, olive oil, ghee for fat (and animal fat from red meat)
Supplements: Retinol A, B2 (100mg), magnesium (200mg), creatine (5g), glutathion every now and then.
What i think i should take: seeking health trace minerals (covers all deficiencies) + an extra manganese supplement on top. Vitamin C and Molybdenum for covering moly def + lowering copper. Some extra magnesium and potassium as they are pretty low. Again i would like to hear your thoughts on this as its not my area of expertise and i might be wrong here
Lengthy post, if you made it this far i appreciate it.

I’ve been struggling over the past year or so with moderate acne. I was just prescribed clindamycin phosphate 1% topical swabs and tretinoin cream 0.05%.
My provider gave me some information about how to use these prescriptions but I am trying to figure out how to incorporate them with existing routine. Here is my initial thinking:
MORNING: 1. Clindamycin swab 2. Vitamin C (Olehenriksen) 3. Eye cream (innisfree green tea eye cream - I think this was discontinued so I may just take eye cream out of my routine completely) 4. Moisturizer (Vanicream) 5. Sunscreen (supergoop unseen sunscreen)
NIGHT: 1. Tretinoin (1 hour before bed) 2. Moisturizer (vanicream - at bed time)
I think my main concern is can I use vitamin c with clindamycin? Is this an appropriate order to apply?
Thanks!

24M
I recently moved to the U.S. I've visited an otolaryngologist multiple times in my country to get a spray that helps prevent nosebleeds (I get nosebleeds a lot, like a LOT. Sometimes I'll nosebleed when I lean forward; sometimes it'll just start nose bleeding
for no reason).
The instructions are to spray it into my nose twice. The bottle says "Aqueous Nasal Spray" and contains Triamcinolone acetonide.
Is this spray available in the U.S. to purchase without seeing a doctor first? In my country, we can't just buy it; it's only provided by a hospital or clinic. I've only brought one bottle with me, and it's almost empty now.
I've found some products that look like it, but on the website, I can't find any mention of "Triamcinolone acetonide."
https://www.amazon.com/NutriBiotic-Lubricant-Botanical-Moisturize-Non-Medicated/dp/B00171KTP2/ref=sr_1_2?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.pr0RlkhV4n3JHsYnqCywlQCQXfj2O5Bl4wsesYnA_CptkKBAs2-3LxhlXrBRjwPCsbPLHz_MUH_Qu2R5TXwRLvqW_nJ3SG99vgYueNEUz1I.UBw-LrttjqhnZCtjWh_X4iLsELGPU52L5rJqby75ddg&dib_tag=se&keywords=aqueous+nasal+spray&qid=1717773747&sr=8-2
https://www.amazon.com/NutriBiotic-Lubricant-Grapefruit-Convenient-Non-Medicated/dp/B00012NGHG/ref=sr_1_3?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.pr0RlkhV4n3JHsYnqCywlQCQXfj2O5Bl4wsesYnA_CptkKBAs2-3LxhlXrBRjwPCsbPLHz_MUH_Qu2R5TXwRLvqW_nJ3SG99vgYueNEUz1I.UBw-LrttjqhnZCtjWh_X4iLsELGPU52L5rJqby75ddg&dib_tag=se&keywords=aqueous+nasal+spray&qid=1717773747&sr=8-3
https://www.amazon.com/Rhinase-Allergy-Relief-Saline-Nasal/dp/B015DEYIHI/ref=sr_1_4?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.pr0RlkhV4n3JHsYnqCywlQCQXfj2O5Bl4wsesYnA_CptkKBAs2-3LxhlXrBRjwPCsbPLHz_MUH_Qu2R5TXwRLvqW_nJ3SG99vgYueNEUz1I.UBw-LrttjqhnZCtjWh_X4iLsELGPU52L5rJqby75ddg&dib_tag=se&keywords=aqueous+nasal+spray&qid=1717773747&sr=8-4
Could anyone confirm if the above products are the same or similar to my nasal spray that helps prevent nose bleed? I really need this because I hate having nose bleed in public.
Any help is appreciated 🙏

So I had my first weigh in in a week and a half, and I don’t have anybody to talk to about it! So I thought I’d just do a quick thread where I can check in on my thoughts. Feel free to jump in if you wanted to share challenges, successes, venting, whatever. Anyway, I’m doing a two week plan - alternate day fasting for 11 days, then three days off where I can eat whatever I want, although I want to keep it around 2300 cal max per day.
I’m liking alternate day fasting (yes, I know there’s a subreddit on it). I do dirty fast on my fasting days, I allow myself sugar-free Jell-O and dill pickles. I also have a glass of water with fiber and creatine. I drink 250 ounces containers of water per day, and I also supplement with probiotic capsules, iron, vitamin D, and vitamin C. The first couple of fasting days were hard, but now pretty easy.
I am female, 59 years old, start weight 340.5 pounds. I lost a stupid amount of weight since my weigh in on May 29. I know it’s almost all water but I’m still pretty happy. This morning’s weigh in was 324. I will weigh again two weeks from today.
Anyway, nothing really insightful but I’m excited!

I ate some beef liver a while ago, I took one bite, I felt fine after but it tasted awful.
I decided to order some veal liver instead because I assumed it would taste better, it also tasted bad, but I ate like 6oz (140g) or something and felt terrible afterwards for 24 hours.
Did I just eat too much at once causing acute vitamin toxicity or something?
I suppose it can't be an allergy or histamine because I'm fine eating tons of aged & ground beef.
Both livers were from grain fed grocery chain style butcher shops, but I'm not sure if that matters in terms of reacting negatively to it.
Any ideas?

You are going to be low on energy as you go through any detox and you will have to supplement your previous toxic intake with healthy nutrients and vitamin supplements.
Try to eat at least one nutritious meal per day and stay hydrated with lots of water. You want to flush these things out of your system and water is the best way to make it happen quickly.
You are not going to want to go to the store within the first few days, so if possible, plan ahead or enlist help from someone close to you that can run to the store if you need them to.
These recipes are easy to prepare and are full of natural vitamins and protein. You're not going to get everything from food alone, so taking a multivitamin and Vitamin C is recommended for your additional dietary supplements.
You're welcome to use this for any detox, although it is designed for opiate withdrawal. When you get back to your old self again, try to continue this daily ritual of preparing your meals. It's not only healthier, but is also a cheaper option then eating out!
Here's a 14-day plan with healthy meals, including ingredients and steps to prepare each dish.

Day 1: Grilled Chicken Salad

Ingredients: - Boneless, skinless chicken breast - Mixed salad greens - Cherry tomatoes - Cucumber, sliced - Red onion, thinly sliced - Olive oil and balsamic vinegar dressing
Preparation: 1. Season the chicken breast with salt, pepper, and your choice of herbs. 2. Grill the chicken until fully cooked. 3. Slice the grilled chicken into strips. 4. Toss mixed salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion in a bowl. 5. Top the salad with the sliced grilled chicken. 6. Drizzle olive oil and balsamic vinegar dressing over the salad.

Day 2: Quinoa and Veggie Stir-Fry

Ingredients: - Quinoa - Mixed vegetables (broccoli, bell peppers, carrots) - Tofu or chicken (optional) - Soy sauce - Garlic, minced - Ginger, grated - Olive oil
Preparation: 1. Cook quinoa according to package instructions. 2. In a pan, sauté garlic and ginger in olive oil. 3. Add tofu or chicken (if using) and cook until browned. 4. Add mixed vegetables and stir-fry until they're cooked but still crisp. 5. Mix in cooked quinoa and soy sauce. 6. Stir until well combined and heated through.

Day 3: Lentil Soup

Ingredients: - Red lentils - Carrots, diced - Celery, diced - Onion, diced - Garlic, minced - Vegetable broth - Cumin, coriander, and turmeric (spices) - Fresh parsley, chopped
Preparation: 1. Rinse red lentils under cold water. 2. In a large pot, sauté onions and garlic until softened. 3. Add carrots, celery, and spices. Cook for a few minutes. 4. Pour in vegetable broth and add red lentils. 5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until lentils are tender. 6. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Day 4: Baked Salmon with Roasted Vegetables

Ingredients: - Salmon fillets - Sweet potatoes, diced - Brussels sprouts, halved - Olive oil - Lemon juice - Dill (fresh or dried) - Salt and pepper
Preparation: 1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). 2. Place salmon fillets on a baking sheet. 3. Toss sweet potatoes and Brussels sprouts with olive oil, lemon juice, dill, salt, and pepper. 4. Spread vegetables around the salmon on the baking sheet. 5. Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes or until salmon is cooked through.

Day 5: Chickpea and Spinach Curry

Ingredients: - Chickpeas (canned or cooked) - Spinach - Onion, diced - Garlic, minced - Ginger, grated - Coconut milk - Curry powder, cumin, and coriander (spices) - Basmati rice
Preparation: 1. Cook basmati rice according to package instructions. 2. In a pan, sauté onions, garlic, and ginger until softened. 3. Add chickpeas and spices, stirring for a couple of minutes. 4. Pour in coconut milk and bring to a simmer. 5. Add spinach and cook until wilted. 6. Serve the chickpea and spinach curry over cooked basmati rice.

Day 6: Turkey and Vegetable Stir-Fry

Ingredients: - Ground turkey - Broccoli florets - Snap peas - Bell peppers, sliced - Soy sauce - Sesame oil - Garlic, minced - Brown rice
Preparation: 1. Cook brown rice according to package instructions. 2. In a wok or pan, sauté minced garlic in sesame oil. 3. Add ground turkey and cook until browned. 4. Add broccoli, snap peas, and bell peppers. Stir-fry until veggies are tender-crisp. 5. Pour in soy sauce and toss until well-coated. 6. Serve the stir-fry over cooked brown rice.

Day 7: Caprese Salad with Grilled Chicken

Ingredients: - Boneless, skinless chicken breast - Tomatoes, sliced - Fresh mozzarella, sliced - Fresh basil leaves - Balsamic glaze - Olive oil - Salt and pepper
Preparation: 1. Season chicken breast with salt and pepper. 2. Grill the chicken until fully cooked. 3. Slice the grilled chicken into strips. 4. Arrange sliced tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and grilled chicken on a plate. 5. Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic glaze. 6. Garnish with fresh basil leaves.

Day 8: Vegetable and Quinoa Stuffed Peppers

Ingredients: - Bell peppers - Quinoa - Black beans (canned, drained, and rinsed) - Corn kernels - Cherry tomatoes, diced - Cumin, chili powder, and paprika (spices) - Shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
Preparation: 1. Cook quinoa according to package instructions. 2. Cut bell peppers in half and remove seeds. 3. In a bowl, mix cooked quinoa, black beans, corn, cherry tomatoes, and spices. 4. Stuff each pepper half with the quinoa mixture. 5. Optional: sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top. 6. Bake in the oven at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes or until peppers are tender.

Day 9: Shrimp and Asparagus Stir-Fry

Ingredients: - Shrimp, peeled and deveined - Asparagus spears, trimmed and cut into pieces - Garlic, minced - Ginger, grated - Soy sauce - Sesame oil - Brown rice
Preparation: 1. Cook brown rice according to package instructions. 2. In a wok or pan, sauté minced garlic and grated ginger in sesame oil. 3. Add shrimp and cook until pink. 4. Add asparagus and stir-fry until crisp-tender. 5. Pour in soy sauce and toss until well-coated. 6. Serve the stir-fry over cooked brown rice.

Day 10: Greek Salad with Grilled Chicken

Ingredients: - Chicken breast, grilled and sliced - Cucumbers, diced - Cherry tomatoes, halved - Red onion, thinly sliced - Feta cheese, crumbled - Kalamata olives - Olive oil and red wine vinegar dressing
Preparation: 1. Grill chicken breast until fully cooked, then slice. 2. In a bowl, combine diced cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, sliced red onion, feta cheese, and Kalamata olives. 3. Add the sliced grilled chicken on top. 4. Drizzle with olive oil and red wine vinegar dressing.

Day 11: Black Bean and Vegetable Quesadillas

Ingredients: - Whole wheat tortillas - Black beans (canned, drained, and rinsed) - Bell peppers, diced - Red onion, diced - Corn kernels - Shredded Mexican cheese blend - Cumin, chili powder, and garlic powder (spices) - Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
Preparation: 1. In a bowl, mix black beans, diced bell peppers, red onion, corn, and spices. 2. Lay out whole wheat tortillas. 3. Spread the black bean and vegetable mixture on one half of each tortilla. 4. Sprinkle shredded cheese on top. 5. Fold the tortillas in half, creating quesadillas. 6. In a skillet, cook each side until the tortillas are golden and the cheese is melted. 7. Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.

Day 12: Eggplant and Chickpea Curry

Ingredients: - Eggplant, diced - Chickpeas (canned, drained, and rinsed) - Coconut milk - Curry powder, turmeric, and cayenne pepper (spices) - Garlic, minced - Ginger, grated - Basmati rice
Preparation: 1. Cook basmati rice according to package instructions. 2. In a pot, sauté minced garlic and grated ginger. 3. Add diced eggplant, chickpeas, and spices. Stir well. 4. Pour in coconut milk and let it simmer until the eggplant is tender. 5. Serve the curry over cooked basmati rice.

Day 13: Spinach and Feta Stuffed Chicken Breast

Ingredients: - Chicken breasts, boneless and skinless - Fresh spinach leaves - Feta cheese, crumbled - Garlic, minced - Olive oil - Lemon juice - Dill (fresh or dried) - Salt and pepper
Preparation: 1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). 2. Butterfly the chicken breasts by slicing them horizontally. 3. In a bowl, mix fresh spinach, crumbled feta, minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, dill, salt, and pepper. 4. Stuff each chicken breast with the spinach and feta mixture. 5. Secure with toothpicks and place in a baking dish. 6. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.

Day 14: Vegetable and Tofu Stir-Fry

Ingredients: - Extra-firm tofu, cubed - Broccoli florets - Carrots, julienned - Snow peas - Bell peppers, sliced - Soy sauce - Sesame oil - Ginger, grated - Brown rice
Preparation: 1. Cook brown rice according to package instructions. 2. Press tofu to remove excess water, then cube it. 3. In a wok or pan, sauté tofu in sesame oil until golden. 4. Add broccoli, carrots, snow peas, and bell peppers. Stir-fry until vegetables are crisp-tender. 5. Pour in soy sauce and grated ginger. Toss until well-coated. 6. Serve the stir-fry over cooked brown rice.
Feel free to continue exploring new recipes or repeat your favorite ones. This meal plan aims to provide a variety of nutritious and delicious options. Adjust portion sizes to fit your needs, and always consult with a healthcare professional or nutritionist for personalized advice. Enjoy your healthy and satisfying meals!

I've been waiting for these for a while. I had to get more blood work done yesterday for the iron panel results and here's what my doctor told me
Hemoglobin - 10.3 Ferritin - 15 Iron Level - 43 Total Iron Binding - 333
I know that my hemoglobin is on the pretty low side and I can't believe my ferritin is so low !! From all the research I've done, low ferritin contributes to a lot of symptoms people may have. My doctor said ferritin level of 15 is fine but I know it's not!
My symptoms include lightheadedness if I'm tired or move too much in a short period of time, along with some dizziness and brief headaches that come with it, panic attacks, my anxiety and mental health has been crazy ever since a few months ago out of nowhere. Like I was worried about everything and my thoughts were not normal and I knew something was wrong because that's not like me.
I also been having heavy periods. I did have shortness of breath for about a week and a half when I started taking iron which was three weeks ago, but thankfully that went away. But sometimes now I still feel woozy when I stand up. And sometimes all the bad symptoms hit me again at once.
I'm taking two iron tablets a day (65mg) with 500mg Of Vitamin C as well as a B12 multivitamin. Along with all iron rich foods. Is there anything else I should know about this to help me? I hope this explains why I've been so low energy and tired for MONTHS.

When my ragdoll turned one, he had terrible hairballs about once a week. I found a system that I thought worked. However, after about a year and half of being hairball free, he's throwing up hairballs again once a week. What happened? What can I do more to stop them occurring once a week?
This is his routine.

• I feed him half a can of wet Hill's Science Diet Adult Hairball Control each night
• He has constant access to dry Hill's Science Diet Hairball Control
• I feed him 1/2 tsp of laxatone 3x/week with a Churu Hairball control treat (I've heard laxatone can block absorbing vitamins, so I don't mix it with his normal wet food and he refuses to take it by itself)
• I brush him each day using a pet vaccum most days, but other times a normal pet brush
• I deshed him once a month, but he hates it and it's difficult to do
• He has access to water from several locations and he knows he can meow on the counter if he wants fresh streaming water from the faucet

He is a healthy cat and has seen the vet. The vet can offer no further help than actions I've already taken to stop his hairballs, so I was hoping to find some insights here. Thank you for reading!