My 5 year Experience on LDN for Hashimotos
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- Low Dose Naltrexone (LDN) is an incredible medicine to take for a variety of chronic health conditions. Here I share my 5 year experience with it for Hashimotos. MORE⤵
If you are new here, welcome! My name is Holly. I've been taking LDN since 2016 for my autoimmune disorder, Hashimotos. In this video, I share with you my personal experience with it, what it's done for me and my chronic pain issues, what it's done for my autoimmune condition and some important things to keep in mind. I also share with you where you can get it prescribed, if you doctor doesn't want to help you with it. Also, side note - I was under the weather while recording this. I hope it isn't too obvious.
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For anyone with extreme fatigue who doesnt want to listen to all the other stuff (symptoms) her LDN experience starts at 9 minutes in
Thank you for sharing your story!!! I’ve struggled for 11 years and am so hopeful now. Crossing my fingers I can get prescribed too!! ❤️
I love all these insights into your past, present , and future. You always have an interesting story to share.
Thank you so much Isaac 🙂
I was on LDN a few years ago. I also have to be gluten and dairy free. I stopped taking it and found that it did help since my pain is back. Doctor is putting back on LDN. I also have Hashimoto’s.
@Life & DIY Holly!💚 This is such a great video - both you and @Claudia Glows have done an amazing job teaching us about this subject, I'm sure it will help a lot of people! Your editing is pro-status! Btw, you are looking absolutely gorgeous!!🌬️♥️
Aww thanks so much Cheryl! So happy to see your comment here! 😊You are so sweet! The editing was very last minute, so thank you for that compliment! I just didn't want it to be boring and thought the other clips would help explain it better! 💜 I hope you are doing well!!!
You’re amazing. Congratulations 🎉
Each health related video of yours reveals more and more of your resilience. Hats off to how far you’ve come and how much grace you share this info with. Glad to hear your suffering has drastically decreased. I hope this helps many others.
Anita, thank you so much. You are so sweet, so kind. I really hope the video will help some others too who may need it!
@@LifeDIYdo you take thyroid hormones med too?
Great video. Very informative. I’m glad you found something that actually helped you.
Thank you! :) 💛
Please do a dosing video
You are an inspiration. I'm fulltime working single Mum with 5 autoimmune illnesses. Week 3 of LDN. I wish I knew about this sooner. I have more energy and focus within days - some side effects yes but mild. You are correct diet is also key. My next step!!! Love your work and so happy for your recovery to a much better place in life.
Kendall, you are an inspiration too! I am so happy you are able to try the LDN and I really hope it helps you. I'm also a working single mom. It can be so difficult with an autoimmune issue and fatigue. The LDN has really helped with that and I really hope it helps you too! I will try to do a dosing video soon! Keep in touch!
Hello, this has been a very encouraging video. Your skin looks amazing. I would love to see your dosing video. I'm 2 months on ldn for pain mangement. I started out with 2 mg and had to cut it in half . 1 mg am and 1 around noon. I also couldnt sleep on it, so I switched to days. At first I would get a surge of energy and pain was there but it took the edge off where I was able to walk and move around better. I have spondylothesis and spinal stenosis. I had decompression surgery in 2021 and the surgery didnt help one bit. They put a couple of sutures to hold my spine together. When i consult with my orthopedic Dr he said my spine looks good. I've gone to another surgeon for a 2nd opinion. He said it looked fine. I went to another pain management dr. and had another mri and he said I have some bulging disks and that might be the problem. However, I've had those slight bulging disk forever. My physical therapist and chiropractor think its muscularskeletal. I've had epidurals, rhizotomy, and nothing has take the nerve pain away in my feet, calves and thighs away. I feel like i have short leg syndrome and it's so difficult walk. I went to see a standford pain doctor and she recommended Ldn. However, she doesn't know much and prescribed me 4mg off the top. I had done research before taking it and reduced it to 2mg. I also called the pharmacist and they recommended I lower the dose. Before it was making me anxious and I felt all over the place. So now I'm on 1 mg am 1 around noon and 1 around 5. It seems to help slightly
But I feel it where's off . When I take it I feel energy and less pain for a couple of hours. It does make me sleepy after a few hours. My question is, will I eventually feel less pain naturally . Or does it reduce the pain while I'm on it sort of Iike taking norco. I also went through a phase last month where the pain got worse and I called a neurosurgeon to make another appointment. What they really want to do fuse my back and I'm to scared ¹to do it. I'm 69, Gluten free and beleive I'm physically fit for my age. I was doing yoga, Barre work, pilates and stretching etc. Now, I'm doing pool therapy but this pain is slowing me down. Are you still taking the ldn. Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Thank you. BTW, I'm just starting to watch your videos!
I would love more information and what to expect when starting it! Thank you for sharing your story.
Thanks Eva! I will try to do a video on that soon!!
you've done a-terrific job !
Thank you!💕💕💕
Very well done video on LDN. Thanks for sharing this! It's comforting to know I'm not the only person who's had to battle Hashimotos and the fatigue and throat swelling that comes along with that.
I really didn't know about this treatment and I am sure it will help many people with the same issues. I am lucky not having any thyroid issue so far even my mom did so I hope you will keep feeling good and will be having a happy life. Thank you for sharing ! 👍😘
Thank you so much Julia. I am happy to hear you don't have a thyroid issue too. They are a pain. Thanks so much for watching. I really hope you are doing well! 💜
Thank God for this video! I have hope now.. I am working on getting this started!
I'm so happy to hear that! Please let me know if you have any questions.
Dr. Tom Cowan’s voice at start !! A very smart man. Thanks for the video.
Yes, thank you!
thank you soooo much for doing this video!!!!!!!!!!
You are so welcome!
@Life & DIY I completely feel you with the Gluten issue, I decided to go gf about 5 years ago and found out I am completely sensitive to it, joint pain, inflammation, gut issues, all are not a problem anymore! I also eat a mostly lower carb, whole food diet and it makes all the difference🥬🥑🙌🏼💛Yes, please, more videos on this!!👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
So interesting to hear. It has made such a big difference for me too. Thanks for sharing this Cheryl! :)) I love your IG food pics by the way!
@@LifeDIY Awwwww🥰thanks, Holly!!🍃💚
@@LifeDIY will it work with contrave which is 8mg and extended release
That is the only one that my doctor would prescribe
Almost the same here. I have a post-Covid tendonitis in the hands. It is not cured by GF, but it is better.
Some ppl who are sensitive CAN eat sourdough bread and even Italian pasta. Part of the problem is the US is the industrial baking process.
I just came from Claudia channel, this sounds great for me I have RA arthritis so painful I’ll ask my DR. Thanks yes do more videos about LDN
Hi Carla, I am so glad you stopped over from Claudia's video. And, I really hope your doctor will help you by letting you try out a prescription of LDN. It had been a huge life-changer for me with pain issues. I really hope it will help you! I will definitely do more videos on LDN!
Did LDN help with RA?
I just got a prescription for LDN for my Hashi and I’m so excited to start it.
Ruth, congrats! I really hope it helps you!
DOWN THE RABBIT HOLE & YOU PROVIDED THE MOST INFORMATION. THANK YOU!
Super exited to watch
Thanks Claudia!!! I just watched yours!
@@LifeDIY what an awesome video, Holly! Loved the little cut ins! Again, thank you for doing this with me 💕
Thanks so much Claudia! I loved your video too! So happy we did these videos! Thank you too!
Hi Holly,
Wow it sounds like you were falling apart, so glad you have found a big piece to your puzzle for getting healthier 👍
thanks Vince! 😊
Hello,. I heard about ldn a while ago but after watching this a couple months ago, decided to give it a try. So far it's been great. I feel better during the day and have been getting much better sleep. I appreciate the video since it directly helped me. Thank you.
I am so happy to hear that! Thank you for sharing. I need to do an update video on it soon. :) I hope you keep getting great results.
@@LifeDIYA follow up video would be great. Can't wait to see it. I'll really find out how it's doing in a couple of weeks when I head to Minnesota then Colorado for some snowboarding with my son. I thought I'd have to give it up this year but after starting LDN, I can stay out much longer and recover quickly.
Please share more about it this video was so helpfull!!
Thank you! I will make another video on it soon!
This is great!! Yes, I have a question. Everything I have seen about LDN, links it to “compounding pharmacies”. Does that mean I can’t get my script filled at a regular pharmacy? If this is the case, I’m assuming LDN won’t be covered under insurance. If it isn’t, is it expensive?
And…Thank you!! FINALLY, someone who explained this medication so well I fully understand it! Spent so much time watching, reading, listening about LDN and still had no clue what it was or how it worked. Well done! And just in the nick of time since I am speaking to my doc about it in the morning! Phenomenal job!! Very grateful!!
I did have to get my prescription filled at a compound pharmacy. Insurance didn't cover it but I checked around for prices. I pay $55 for mine.
Hi @LifeDIY ! Thank you for the great information! Have you noticed much difference in your labs since taking LDN... specifically your antibody levels?
Yay! Super excited about this collab with two of my favorite people! ❤️
Aww thank you Tamara! So happy to see you here! 💜
One thing about LDN is if you suffer from an autoimmune condition like fibromyalgia CFS/ME that requires pain management with opioids don’t take before you detox from the opioids medications because this will send you to the hospital with low blood pressure and chest pain and sweating cold and my potassium levels were on the floor. I took half of the prescribed 50 mg, just to make sure my body wasn’t going to react, thank Goodness for that, if I would’ve taken the 50mg I wouldn’t have woken up the next morning. I had to wake my husband to take me to the hospital asap because I could feel my blood pressure very low since I’m a nurse I’m always cautious about medications. Also you’ll need to find out the right dose for yourself and don’t mix opioids or any strong pain medication with LDN!!
Thanx a lot for discovering ldl for us and yes tell us more please
Thank you, Alexey! I will do more videos on it. :)
On a long journey with my daughter and myself. Diet and LDN have made a great impact on my health and my daughter's. She has Hashimoto encephalitis and PANDAS, which were misdiagnosed for over 2 decades.
I am happy to hear about the improvements. The LDN helped me when I really needed it. I am very familiar with PANDAS. It's not easy at all. I hope things only improve for you too. 🙏
What dosage were you on with the LDN? Thank you for the information!
Great video! Please do a follow up video with the technical details, any problems you have had.
The main thing I have seen in a few patients (I'm a doctor in Northwoods WI) is sleep difficulty with the initial burst of energy. That usually only lasts a week or two, but someone with Bipolar Disorder might need to be extra careful.
On gluten, SOME people are not gluten sensitive but have a problem with industrial bread that nowadays is made with extra enzymes and a high fermenting temperature. I personally am better off gluten-free. I CAN eat a true sourdough bread and sometimes do. Bad doctor! 😳(Panera makes one, using a 13 year-old sour; small bakeries often have one or more,large bakeries might be faking it)
I have this problem. I can't sleep and now taking 25 mg of tazadone and sometimes I wake up. The energy feels wiry but it doesn't last long. I'm hoping I will eventually have natural energy. Not this wiry feeling.
@@sharonquiteno6035 If this "wiry" is from the LDN - I had it but only a few days - you might want to drop dose below 3 mg for a few weeks. I suspect, but have not tried it, that going to a higher dose would work, maybe 10 - 12 mg. My alcoholic patients, taking 50mg daily, never complained of being wired, and some of them complained of feeling sleepy. .. ... ..... ... .. Trazodone is okay, but I know it is not great. You might try 5-HTP 100 mg at bedtime + Mg glycinate. Trazodone hangover usually goes away in 3-4 days. I think melatonin 10mg is okay (Am Assoc of Immunologists warns against it, but ppl took much higher for Covid, and had no problems)
My endocrinologist was willing to put me on this, I’m very hopeful it will help with the pain my swollen thyroid is causing.
Great video - thank you. Did you ever make another LDN video explaining the other factors we should consider?
Thank you! I did not. I will do it soon. I just started taking it again after being off of it for a long time. :)
@@LifeDIY great to know. Excited to watch!
Thank you I use it n just as you I have all your systems n its amazing stuff
Please share a dosing video and also side effects.
I have never heard of this until I watched Claudia’s video on this. I have neuropathy of the lower legs & feet & wondering if this would help me out. I’m wondering if this is anything like Chantex? I tried using it years ago to quit smoking & it literally made me crazy. Thanks for the video, I’m definitely looking into this👍🏻
Hi Barb! So happy you stopped by. I would definitely give it a try if you can. It has really changed my life. I hope it helps you. I am about to do another video on it soon!
Hi beautiful, I have RA but I have been able to keep it in remission but I still have swelling & pain so I am definitely excited to hear about this bc it has been getting worse with the extra stress of what’s going on. I didn’t know about the endorphins aspect of it so this was very helpful. I had a lot of pain prior to getting pregnant with my son. I was going to have to do injections bc the only thing that would help was high dose steroids. Wow! That is scary to wake out shaking & having to eat immediately. I do cook with turmeric but I never tried taking it but my mom does cook a lot of curry & she puts turmeric in it. Glad to hear this is helping & thanks a lot for sharing. FW & have a great day
Hey Jackie! Thank you for stopping by! Sorry to hear about the RA, but glad to hear you have kept it in remission. Swelling and pain are difficult. And, interesting how you were going to get those injections done. I can relate. I am glad you stopped by and watched this video, in case it might be something that could help you with the RA, pain, inflammation or swelling. It's really helped me a lot. I am not normally a huge fan of being on a medicine, but for many people this one seems to help the body repair itself. For many people with MS and other conditions, it has helped stop the progression, which is a big deal. That is great to hear about your mom's use of turmeric. I used to cook with it a lot as well. It's an amazing supplement! I hope you have a great week Jackie! :)) So happy you stopped by and I am glad I found your channel today!
@@LifeDIY Your very welcome and thanks a lot. I'm so glad I watched too. Stopping the progression is a big deal and definitely necessary. You have a great week too.
I have four littles and just turned 40 and I’m so disheartened to have all the RA symptoms. 😢Do you recommend the LDN? Anything else that was super helpful? I’m confused why some say go paleo and some say vegan.
@@-living4jesus4ever- I’m so sorry to hear that. I am not familiar with LDN or the benefits of those diets. I noticed taking a vitamin d supplement is crucial.
Good information on LDN. Misinformation on fruits
Hello holly nice video
Thanks Bilal!
Could you please make a video how you started. Because my experience with 1.5 from the beginning was keeping me up at night.
Thanks so much!
I was having problem too I switched to morning pill and that was key.
Me too
Me too!
How long were you on new diet lifestyle and LDN before you got relief from the fatigue? I’m AI protocol for years before LDN. I also take many clean supplements for natural help. Some say fatigue is the last symptom to relieve... how long for you?
You had mentioned that you noticed changes with swelling in your face and redness? Did you notice any changes in your hair or skin overall? Weight? I feel like I always have circles and puffy, red proned skin.
When do you take yours? I've been taking mine at night before bedtime for about a year, I'm wondering if I should take in the morning instead?
Wow. I get white hairs in my eyebrows too! Barely any grey hairs on my head (age 43). I start LDN soon, it’s being shipped, I’m excited. Oh and I’ve had hashis for a long time, diagnosed 2009 I think I’ve had it longer.
My arms hair are turning blonde from being black. I have graves disease. I have virtual appointment next week with Dr on the website she mentioned. $35/month. Will see how it goes
Fantastisk 🌹👍
Hi. This video is so helpful but I’m struggling to get anyone to prescribe. I currently live in Abu Dhabi , United Arab Emirates. I think the online prescription service you shared only deliver to the states?
Hi Wendy. Yeah these services here won't prescribe out of the U.S. I found one place in your area (might be an hour away) drroze.com/family-medicine/ and they may prescribe it. They have info on their site about it. It looks like they offer family medicine and dental services.
Thank you for this information. Wondering are you still taking it ? Is it still working for you?
Sorry for the late reply! I am not currently taking it. I have given it a try recently and it's caused such disturbances in my sleep. I feel like I didn't give it a proper try though and maybe I need to give it more time. It MASSIVELY improved my life and health years back when I really needed it. Maybe I don't really need it much anymore.
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Good video my friend thanks for sharing , have a great weekend to you 🙏🙏🙏
Thank you! You too!
I have been on it for autoimmune diseases for many years. I started with .5 and stopped when I reached 1.5ml when I tried 2ml it did not agry with me. I make my own putiing 1 pill in a 50ml marked jar and use a bulb with markings on it to take out 1.5ml. Costs me $25 for 60 pills which lasts me around a year. Cant beat that. I take it 1 hour before I want to sleep. If I take it close to sleep time it does not help with my sleep.
I am now looking into the dose and use for cancer. Saw a video that said one should take high doses of D3. with it. Look for the video.
What do you mean that you use a bulb with markings on it to take out 1.5 ml? Do you mix it with water?
I have been diagnosed and under treatment for many of the issues talked about.
They did say they checked my immune dif. saying it was ok. I had covid also with long term affects. I have fast heart beat at times too. I once had a heart oblation. I have been diagnosed with IBS too- thyroid- food disorders- allergies to detergent- soaps- creams-
most of what is being discussed here.
Sounds like shes speaking about me.
Pre diabetes - overweight- cant loose weight- cant walk without pain in ankles- etc. Diagnosed in 80's with Fibromyalgia- altho seldom was I bedridden with it.
Several of my children have these same issues.
Someone having this- can it be inherited??
So happy you have had success! Out of curiosity did this effect your sleep at all taking it at night?
Thank you! Really great question! Are you on it too? I have had issues with it negatively impacting my sleep at times, but just briefly when I raise the dose. And, then I'm usually fine the next day or day after. If it continually messes up my sleep, then I return to the prior dose amount. When I take it, I have to go to sleep within 30 minutes after taking it, or else it will kind of give me energy and keep me up. Weirdly, though it can disturb my sleep when raising the dose, overall it seems to help me to sleep so much better.
@@LifeDIY No I’m not on it. I work in the medical field and haven’t heard much on this drug or how it works, I just wondered if endorphin blockage would effect dreams or sleep quality. Just a nerd who loves to learn 🤓 lol. Thank you for the response ❤️
@@FknFrenchT0ast Thanks for asking about this. That's awesome you're in the medical field and so interested! With the LDN, some people start out on doses that are too high for them - even 1.5mg can be high. I had to start super super low, to avoid many sleep disturbances. My very first time taking it though - I woke up from my deep sleep and sat up in bed with the most intense energy surge ever. It was something I had never experienced before in my life and never had it again. When I raise the dose, I will often have memorable dreams, though they aren't scary luckily. I have been staying on a lower amount of 1 to 1.5mg for a while now so I haven't had any disturbances in ages. I probably will when I raise the dose again though. :)
@@LifeDIY that is very interesting. I’m glad it’s not a nightmare issue though that’s what my main concern was. I know of patients that have experienced nightmare / vivid dream episodes when taking receptor blocking drugs, like chantix for smokers for example. 2 family members of mine too that and luckily not many nightmares but they had extremely vivid dreams.
@@FknFrenchT0ast Thanks! My family member had the same experience with taking chantix! Terrible nightmares! I haven't had any weird LDN dreams in a long time and thankfully no scary ones ever - just a weird one with Gordon Ramsay. So, I've had very few. I think the memorable dreams symptom with LDN mostly happens when raising the dose, so at least it isn't happening too often!
I’ve had heart rate low blood pressure anxiety bowel issues going from .5 to 1mg. Any similar experiences ?
These can also be symptoms of perimenopause (due to the low estrogen aspect ), and bio identical HRT such as micronized progesterone and estradiol can help treat this to prevent bone loss, skin aging, and just all-around not fun symptoms (like frozen shoulder, insomnia, fatigue, joint pain, itchy dry skin, and of course hot flashes and night sweats, but not everyone gets hot flashes or night sweats. This can start in your 30’s for some. Xoxoxo
Thank you so much for sharing your experience. I have Hashimoto's, among other autoimmune issues, and I started LDN about a year ago. I've noticed that my GI tract is way more resilient, and I may have more motivation and energy, but I've also experienced getting sick more, struggling with chronic infections after getting sick, and heavy periods all of a sudden when I never had that issue before. Do you have any experience with this or knowledge about it? My doctor isn't knowledgeable about LDN, and he was suggesting that maybe I should stop taking it; however, I don't want to stop if it's working, and these symptoms are just a part of the process as my body heals.
Thank you! I need to do some updated videos. I've been off of it for a while now and just got a new RX and will start fresh again soon. I am SO EXCITED.
I'm sorry you're dealing with Hashimotos and other autoimmune problems. It's such a pain. People don't understand.
That's great to hear about your GI tract being more resilient. I could use that as well. I know it is often used for GI related issues. The other issue you mentioned - heavy periods - that is unusual. Whatever you do, I would not listen to that doc and stop the meds. I'm sure you aren't. You just reminded me of when I first started on LDN many years ago - and I think it's possible that as your immune system strengthens, dormant viruses can kind of resurface. I just remember having a cold sore pop up right when I started taking LDN and that was so weird at the time. I don't remember getting very sick though, but it's just hard to remember. I do know it took me some time to really improve many aspects of my health. Prior to that, I too was getting sick all the time.
Just so you know, if you need a good doc to help you with your LDN experience and other issues, I do know of one and he is absolutely the best. He first prescribed me LDN and he is in southern Wisconsin. He takes patients by phone call if you don't live nearby. Just throwing that out there. If you want his info, you can email me and I can share it.
I also used to have hormone-related problems - breast pain and cysts/lumps - but esp the breast pain and severe periods (not related to LDN). The breast pain went away when I stopped consuming soy. I think diet is most important and the first thing to look into. Then, after that, NAC is a really helpful supplement when you're sick and I think Turmeric is a great addition for that too.
Some people also get chronic infections if they were put on antibiotics too much. It can really mess everything up. Regarding your period - if you could get hormone testing done, that might be helpful. Doctors don't often do that though, unfortunately. :( Years ago I ended up paying out of pocket for a full panel of hormone tests called Dutch Complete.
You could also order blood tests through Ulta Labs here: www.ultalabtests.com/testing/categories/womens-health/women which are cheaper (plus they accept coupons & usually have them for 20% off). I've used this site before. You just order whatever tests you want, pay and then go to a lab location (you must check for a lab location prior to ordering to be sure you have one nearby). It's SO much cheaper than other sites I've used in the past. And, it's sort of a last resort if the doctor won't help you.
@@LifeDIY Thank you SO much for the thoughtful response. More videos would be fantastic because there are so few personal experiences being shared on CZcams. I hope the reintroduction goes well for you, and you get the results you're looking for!
Also, all of what you shared is extremely helpful - very good to know! I'll definitely look into everything, and I really appreciate the encouragement as well. Whenever you get the chance, I would love to connect with the doctor you mentioned. I've had mostly negative experiences with doctors, but I think I could use some help at this point. Please let me know how I can get in contact.
Thanks again!!
@@LifeDIY Why did you stop taking it?
@@cfoster6804 That's a great question! I think I just wanted to take a break and see how I would do without it. I seemed to feel fine once getting off of it and time just passed by. I recently started to take it again. I will do a video on it coming up. I really want to fix or improve my thyroid issues and in the past, it really made a massive impact. And, I need that more than anything, so that is why I am getting back on it!
@@LifeDIY Awesome, thanks for the response!
What happens when you stop taking LDN? Do your symptoms revert back and if so, how long does it take? Thanks for the video!!
Ldn gave me insomnia and leg pain but i was able to lose weight. Yes symptoms came back after stopping
Did you make a video about your dosing for LDN?
Hello thank you so much for sharing. When you adjusted your diet did you see a nutritionist?
Thank you! I have seen a nutritionist in the past for quite a few months and learned a lot. I think it was around the time I initially started to adjust my diet. :)
@@LifeDIY Thank you for your reply. Your video was very helpful. 🙏🏾😊.
I'm ready. But I need to know about side effects are how it makes you feel. I want to be informed. YOURS IS THE BEST VIDEO ! Thank you. Please let me know of you have others to see .❤
Did you make more videos on ldn?
How to make 1.mg out of 50mg Naltrexone tablet
Has anyone been on LDN for awhile and then stopped it? I’m worried about becoming dependent and LDN making permanent changes.
Anyone here with RA using LDN and any other helpful insights? 😢❤
Do you take armour thyroid medication.
hm... LDN, idk what to say about that, i am reluctant to anything that messes with my brain chemicals. btw, when i wake up, i am dizzy and have an over all ill sensation. not always, but sometimes. anyhow, my diet needs organizing indeed. but all that aside, my sweets intake on a normal day is : morning some brioche, later some wafers, then later another wafer or something, then cake in the evening. then late evening wafers or brioche, or chocolate.
what actually happens, is that the industry pumps up too much sugar in our sweets. this is what it gets us ill. but if you are careful about the sweets you have, you will get only a manageable and sometimes even necessary dose of sugar. i often find that a slice of cake from a responsible cake maker(or preferable made by yourself) is way more satisfying and satiable than a cake made for the masses bought in regular places. also i noticed that quality cake does not make me feel "heavy" after i have a big slice.
aaaand now i want brioche. but i just had 2 glasses of wine so i won't.
Hello! I wonder if you are willing to give out a few educational resources for someone starting out in biohacking! I’m a little list and I’ve found lots of scams. I started out by buying David Sinclair’s longevity book what’s the next steps? I love your videos! Thanks
Helena, thank you for the comment and for watching! You are so sweet. I have his book too! I have a few youtuber recommendations: Tom Bilyeu, High Intensity Health & Rhonda Patrick is great too, though she uses a lot of scientific jargon and can lose people with too much of it. Tom has a lot of great interviews and there's a lot about biohacking your health on there. I also learned a lot from Wim Hoff videos - about cold therapy - really interesting and amazing stuff! I guess the next steps depend on what your goals are and if you are dealing with any health issues or issues in general you are working on. :)
@@LifeDIY wow thank you so much for your elaborate response!!! I'm very grateful ❤️ have a nice day
Question for u. I have been on LDN for 8 months. Also gluten and grain free… Just had my lab work done and my antibodies are still high at over 630. Any suggestions? Also how long did it take for your lab values to normalize?
Hi Kathleen. How much LDN are you taking? And, so sorry you are still having high antibodies. For me personally, I get high antibodies from gluten & at times it's happened from an illness (flu virus). Some people say they are also impacted by dairy, but I think gluten is the big one. My doctor advised me to take Selenium everyday to try to get the antibodies down too & many people have had success with that. For me, I try to take it here and there (I often forget) and then I also definitely take it daily if my thyroid is out of whack. My labs normalized after I was on LDN for a month or so (when taking natural dessicated thyroid, not the standard thyroid med). My doctor would probably tell me to raise my LDN if possible and he would probably tell me to really check what I'm eating to be sure things are not cross contaminated with gluten. I just recently posted a new video on LDN and share info for a doc who does telehealth consults too. If your doctor can't figure it out, you may want to check out this other one. OH I almost completely forgot - what thyroid medicine are you taking? For me personally when I was on the standard thyroid meds (I can't think of the name - the one regular doctors always prescribe) I still had high antibodies & they worsened. I only got better when I went on natural dessicated thyroid. I really hope things improve for you.
I have been very sensitive to different thyroid meds… I’ve tried all the natural prescription ones. I use 2 alternative supplements now for my thyroid. One is from Systemic formulas called GF Tryroid and another is from Apex Energetics called Thyroxal. My T3 and T4 are low normal with using them. I don’t know if you use muscle testing or are aware of it but that’s how my Doctor has figured out what my body can take and it’s help me out dramatically. I use some dairy like grass fed Kerrygold butter and ghee but maybe that has to change too :( I also have a little coffee with organic cream... also probably not good and this is hardest for me. Since you are dairy free what do you put on your steamed/baked vegetables? Also have u had any foods that u were able to reintroduce into your diet? Thank you for your help and info!
Also I’m on 4.5 mg of LDN
@@kathleenmcculley6177 Hi Kathleen. That is so interesting about the muscle testing. What exactly is that? I haven't heard of it but I am interested. :) I like buying Kerrygold butter too for my son. So, it's taken a while for me to find good dairy alternatives, but I really like the one I use now. I am really sensitive to gums (xantham, carageenan, etc.) and those are in a lot of the nut milks at stores, so I can only use certain ones. They sell some really great coconut whipped cream topping. :) Some people may not like my other dairy alternatives as it may sound weird. When I was growing up I was taught that fat was bad for you and low fat was the way to go, etc. and they also taught that lard was not good. But, if I were to bake something gluten free, I would use lard or coconut oil. Lard works really well. For cooking oils I use avocado and olive oil. I haven't tried it, but I know they sell creamer that is coconut and I bet it's really good. I also buy my meat from a local meat processing center/farm and when I make bacon, I save the grease. This may sound weird, but it's so good. I will sometimes make popcorn and use it in place of butter. It's amazing in my opinion. :) Other than that, if baking, coconut milk (the thick stuff in the can) often works well. If you are into baking (I used to be but not so much now), My Paleo Patisserie has some really great recipes. Also, have you ever tried keto bread - by the brand Base Culture? I don't eat it too often but I keep it in my freezer. It doesn't have any weird ingredients and doesn't hurt my stomach (no gluten or dairy) so it's nice to have here and there. I think I may do a whole video on this because there are so many great alternatives for dairy and gluten. :)
Also, have you noticed benefits from the LDN and have you had side effects? I am just curious. I do if I go over 1.5mg. Also, thanks for sharing that about the thyroid meds. I was on some alternative ones before too. I wish these meds worked better. My doctor will rarely test me anyway, so I am not sure how the current ones are working but I still have fatigue. Do you ever try adding in iodine? I know it is controversial with Hashimotos but I am going to try to add it in slowly.
I’m just about to start LDN and don’t quite understand something.
It’s said to start low and increase dose every two weeks until you find the best dose for you. Also, it’s said that it can take at least 1-2 months before noticing any benefits. So if it can take months to notice a benefit, how would you “know” which level of dosing is best?? Eg: it could be that 3.0 mg is my ideal dose, but how would I know that and not increase to 4.5? Does my question make sense??
Hi Cindy and I am so sorry for the late reply. Some people notice benefits much sooner than 1-2 months (some people notice right away, others it may take longer). Usually you will gauge how you feel, when figuring out the best dose. And, there is a fine line between taking too much and getting the amount just right. So if you go over the amount and you are taking too much, it can mess with your sleep. So you take a step down and take a bit less, and then see how you feel. If you're feeling more energy and less pain, etc. - that could be the right dose at that time. It is really hard to figure out but as you are taking it, I think you'll get a better feel for it. :)
@@LifeDIY Thank you! I think I'm finally starting to get a sense about how to get going with this. *Fingers crossed* 🙂
Please share more. I have been on LDN 1.5 mg for over a year now, for joint pain during perimenopause which turned out to be RA, but I am doing so well, my rheumatologist doesn't mind that I am on the LDN and thinks I will be on medicine short term because I went into remission so quickly, probably because I had been taking the LDN and I changed my diet drastically. Would love to know the things we need to know.
Hi Jill! Thank you for sharing this. I am so happy to hear it's been helping you. What kind of changes to the diet have helped you? I am just curious as it was such a big part of my health journey too. :) I will definitely do more videos on it. I will start planning another one now! Thank you!
@@LifeDIY I gave up cheese (dairy) and gluten. Obviously being type 1 diabetic my whole life I have never had too much sugar.
Thanks Jill. That's not easy to give those two things up. Great job! I know how much it can help the health though! :))
Hi Jill, I’m a 40 yr old young mom to four littles with RA and I’m so discouraged…do you recommend the LDN still? I’ve had symptoms 7 months now…hope it’s still soon enough to make a big difference if so! I stopped gluten and dairy. Any other tips? 😢
Did you say your doc made you promise not to eat gluten if you were to start LDN? If so, do you happen to know WHY you were told that? I took my first dose of LDN (1mg) and it triggered a rough bout of insomnia that's lasted four days. Insomnia is my chief complaint w/Haschi's and I'm digging for the root cause of the insomnia. One theory is it is gluten/casein related. Gluten and casein don't cause gut issues for me, but my theory is that they may cause inflammation and/or an immune system response that triggers CNS sensitization. After this insomnia cycle passes, I'll retry LDN w/morning dosing.
...and thus the CNS sensitization leads to insomnia for me. Hope that all makes sense. I'm a bit sleep deprived!
I hope your sleep is better by now. If you can stick it out with the LDN at night, it might be worth it. I would just super lower the dose as much as possible. Then you can ease your way into it. I was so sensitive to the most miniscule amount of it when I first started taking it. I took less than .25 the first time and woke up with an insane surge of energy at 3AM. Not sure if I fell back asleep or not, but not likely. I then took it easy and slowly worked my way up over time. If I experienced insomnia, I'd back down onto a lower dose. It gave me a lot more energy overall. It takes some time to tweak the dose. But, whenever I took it during the day, I didn't notice any benefits. Gluten is very inflammatory and it seems to be a big problem for people with Hashimotos. I too don't have celiac or any stomach problems from gluten - I end up getting thyroid problems from it though. I couldn't get better until I got rid of the gluten (and dairy for me but I became highly lactose intolerant). I understand what you mean about the inflammation from gluten. For sure. I hope you end up having great results from the LDN. Sorry you have the insomnia issues (even before taking LDN). For me, I take Glycine before bed and that helps. But, I also noticed if I eat carbs before bed, I end up with insomnia or I wake up in the middle of the night and can't fall back asleep. Hopefully you can figure out your issue soon!
Here you might want to check this out - thyroidpharmacist.com/articles/gluten-root-cause-thyroid-condition/ it's about gluten and thyroid issues. Izabella Wentz has some incredible resources about these things.
@@LifeDIY yes, she is awesome! I have all her books and follow her protocols....
@@LifeDIY thanks for your messages. that is a super helpful insight that gluten can cause thyroid issues (even if it doesn't cause gut symptoms)! i also cannot eat carbs in the evening....really i've found it's best to not eat after 6pm...otherwise sleep gets disturbed. i'm on week two of ldn and up to 2.25 mg each morning no longer with any side effects. but i'm afraid to try ldn again at night, don't want it to aggravate sleep issues!
Did you do the follow up LDN info vids?
My friend has been diagnosed with hashimotos and stopped taking her thyroid med.
I'd like to see her not suffering so much.
I did - 2 weeks ago here: czcams.com/video/GiS-XfwZ5Yo/video.html and I really hope the info helps your friend. :)
i had to come back to ask, is LDN any good for the parathyroid glands ? someone that i know of would need that
I am not really sure :)
@@LifeDIY i have to be honest, watching your videos always brings information about new things (idk, some may laugh but i haven't heard of ldn until now, so for me it's new. all i knew about LDN so far, is that it's a lily allen song😅 btw, if you don't know the song, check it out, the videoclip is interesting, lol lily allen-ldn)
How long does it take on average to see possible benefits of taking LDN? Thanks
For me it was literally overnight.
The LDN part of this video is good. A lot of the diet information is a little suspect when taken in broad strokes, so please take that part with a grain of salt. Our dietary needs are pretty individualized, especially those with chronic illness. Carbohydrates are fuel. If you're able to get your gut inflammation under control, avoiding gluten, sugar, and carbohydrates isn't necessary as a broad strokes recommendation.
Thanks. I totally agree with you that our dietary needs are individual and everyone is different. Personally, I think it's a great thing if you're metabolically flexible and don't need carbs for fuel. Ketones are fuel also.
Here's a very recent research paper, a systematic review and meta analysis of 44 randomized control trials, showing that a Keto Diet lowers markers of inflammation: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38219223/.
The combined or pooled findings of these studies indicated that following a ketogenic diet had a statistically significant effect on lowering levels of two inflammation markers-TNF-α and IL-6-compared to control groups.
Elevated TNF is associated with various inflammatory conditions, autoimmune diseases and some infections. IL-6 is elevated in response to inflammation and injuries. It's also a test that can be used to monitor health in those with autoimmune issues.
*Subgroup Analysis:*
The researchers performed a subgroup analysis, which involves looking at specific subsets of the data. In this case, they focused on trials where the ketogenic diet was followed for 8 weeks or less and on individuals aged 50 years or younger.
The results showed that in these specific subgroups, the reduction in TNF-α levels was significantly higher compared to other groups.
Additionally, they observed that individuals with a body mass index (BMI) greater than 30 kg/m2 experienced a greater decrease in IL-6 levels after following the ketogenic diet compared to those with a BMI of 30 kg/m2 or lower.
@@LifeDIY That's cool and good for keto followers, but the meta-analysis as far as I can tell doesn't account for lifestyle, muscle mass, visceral fat, or other factors that would also lead to the same result. Diets generally work well because they keep our calorie inputs lower or equal to our calorie outputs. Often times they also reduce our intake of heavily processed, calorically-dense-nutritionally-light foods. Your diet should match your lifestyle, so we shouldn't be quick to extol the virtues of a diet as the main driver of these things.
The Mediterranean diet is another example of this where it's actually high carb, high fat, but low in processed foods. Very similar marker reductions as listed in this meta analysis. It's why I mentioned being careful about where we assign the value. I'm glad keto works for you. For some, especially chronically ill people, keto can absolutely demolish them. I know because I was one of those unlucky people.
What about side effects? Do u experience any?
I'll be doing a video on this soon! The answer is yes, but they are not all bad. :)
Hey ! You should eat some broccoli sprouts ( they have sulforaphane!) Dr rhonda patrick talks about them a lot.
Thanks, Gal! Awesome advice! I used to make them quite often, but haven't in a while. Thanks for the reminder! :)) I could use it now!
Moringa powder is also high in sulforaphane, Rhonda Patrick did a video on it. It is quite difficult to grow the broccoli sprouts as theyare so prone to mold x
Does LDN work for neurological disorders, myoclonic jerking, pulling , movement disorders ?
I am not quite sure. But, I think it would be worth a try though. How severe is it?
You still on LDN?
I need a doctor to prescribe me that please
thank you ! very useful
How much ldn are you on
Do you drink alcohol
It sounds like you had rheumatoid arthritis initially, did you?? 😢
I wouldn't mind trying ldn for the rest of my life if it helps with worrying about everything. I cannot drive on the freeway like i used to Will LDN help?
It sounds like anxiety. I think I used to worry so much too. Sometimes supplements can help a bit with this, but I also find that diet has a massively huge impact on worrying/anxiety and sometimes OCD symptoms. You may not realize the things you're eating are causing it. Some people have benefits from taking NAC. I have found that a supplement called Mood Support has really helped with anxiety issues in the past. But, more than anything, the diet is key (for me that is very low carb) and fried garbage food like chips cause me anxiety. Regarding LDN, when I initially started taking it many years ago I felt quite a difference in my mood and well-being - so if it has that impact, it may help a bit with the worrying.
NAC + glycine really help with anxiety and mood disorders
When you said you cut out dairy, did you cut out butter?
Yes all dairy, including butter. I have found good substitutes, that I hope to share in another video.
Yes ! Please share your substitutes! I have been clinging onto the butter but I know that it is making me inflamed. I have to get rid of it 😢
@@LifeDIY Is it Ghee butter?
Will Ldn decrease appetite?
For some people it definitely decreases appetite.
I just found your videos please can you update us on LDN treatment. How you getting on. Dosage etc. If you still taking it. Thank you
Yes! I will try to that soon. Thank you!
i meed a dr?????
LDN starts at 9:00 .
Thanks!
One part of me thinks this drug sounds interesting but another part of me wouldn't want to take a pharmaceutical drug that may be harmful if I don't have to... hhmmm... does it provide benefit after you stop taking it? What are the risks? By the way I have autoimmune hypothyroidism.
Your approach to this is understandable and smart. For me, it MASSIVELY helped me at the time when my autoimmune issues or thyroid problems were hard to get under control and I had EXTREME fatigue and other symptoms. For me, it was worth giving it a try and it majorly helped me. I no longer feel like I need it though.
@@LifeDIY Thanks for your reply. I will definitely be trying to learn more about this drug and listening to people's experiences.🙏
If you can't get your doctor to prescribe LDN, they may be willing to write a script for Contrive instead & if insurance covers it, that would lower the cost to $15 a month. It's 8mg of naltrexone + 80mg of bupropion, which is also highly anti-inflammatory. You MUST break them in half as it is slow release and LDN must be quick release, however that then puts it at the ideal dose of 4mg.
Be mindful that Contrave can have some pretty awful side effects, one is severe anxiety. It was awful for me.
omg, this is exactly my storyyy... could we chat a bit in pvt? I am desperate
Yes, you can email me! holly (at) lifeanddiy (dot) com!
Thanks for your video on LDN and Hashimoto's I too have been taking LDN for this disorder - but for now just over 10.5 years. Although Hashimoto's is primarily a female affliction -- it does affect males too. And for sure I was suffering horribly from this disorder before discovering LDN in early 2012.
I was helped so much by LDN for my Hashimoto's disorder, I gradually became a Patient Advocate for LDN too. But the past several years I have not been as active in promoting LDN use. Just got frustrated. Ran into so many brick walls. Mostly I became frustrated with uneducated, closed-minded Big Pharma doctors who just refuse to prescribe it, and don't even seem to care about learning about LDN therapy for Autoimmune diseases and Cancers.
Most of what I have learned about LDN is from information absorbed from watching the great CZcams videos on LDN Therapy provided from interviews conducted with LDN Therapy founder Dr. Bernand Bihari. Everything I know about LDN Therapy comes from/through him. Dr. Bihari was such a brilliant doctor and I recommend anyone considering LDN Therapy to absolutely watch his CZcams videos for great background knowledge about LDN.
Back in 2015, I was so impressed with my results on LDN Therapy I put out my own CZcams advocacy video on LDN. As I recall, I then had a number of aging friends and relatives who were getting sick from Cancer. And most of those were not doing that great on the traditional Chemo/Radiation prescribed therapies. So I put out my own Advocacy video for LDN therapy. It's kind of old now, but I still get quite a few views and it does have very useful LDN information and also some very helpful links in the Comments section.
Again thanks so much for your video on LDN and Hashimoto's I can relate very well as LDN has likewise saved me from a most certain Health disaster had I not discovered LDN therapy from my own research back in late 2011 and early 2012.
Here is a link to my own Advocacy video for LDN Therapy.
czcams.com/video/w8nylF-uGvQ/video.html
I wish I can take it, I have lupus, LDN can’t be taken even if you’re kidney is damaged a little. I’m kinda sad about that
@@lalathyravong247 I've read it can but unsure how much try nac lypoic acid to help kidney if you think it's suitable
Did you have chronic muscle pain upper.shoulders armpits area though it's moved over years
@@lalathyravong247 I never heard that. All I know is that you can't take it with Opiate Pain Medications.
@@tomsale5142 No, only had nerve related pain in legs and feet.