Mommy Fat-No Reason to Worry
2 years ago
Wednesday, June 3, 2009
Tuesday, June 2, 2009
Life is Still Good
Q: How old were you when you started feeling the symptoms of Cushing’s?
A: I was probably about 29 or 30 years old. I believe that is when I started seeing changes in my body and feeling different.
Q: How has Cushing’s affected your life?
A: First of all, Cushing’s has made me fat. I used to a healthy fit woman that was able to teach one or two aerobics classes a day. I was able to run, jump, swim, etc. and enjoy it. The one thing that comes to mind that has affected my life has been that I haven’t been able to attend my kid’s activities and functions as much as I would have liked. Ever since I started feeling the symptoms I have gained weight, I have not been able to do the things that I would like to do, I have had a plethora of seizures, and I have been in pain spiritually as well as physically.
I feel crippled. I feel like a part of me has been taken away from me that I really have enjoyed. I think it’s a blessing to be able to exercise and workout. Some people just don’t understand that exercising is beautiful.
Once I got my surgery to remove the tumor in my brain my life changed much more drastically than before the surgery. I felt much more tired and I basically had to sit around and do constructive things that didn’t require much energy. I couldn’t drive for the first 6 – 12 months depending on how I was during that time. If I did over exert myself my body would start to shake and my speech would become slurred as if I were drunk.
In all I have felt the difficulties from this disease and I’m hoping I can recover from it.
Q: What type of experiences did you have while going through these strenuous procedures to get diagnosed with Cushing’s?
A: I have had a couple experiences that have changed my life. Because of this illness I have met so many wonderful people. Not just people but people with the same problems, if not worse. I have gained a lot of respect for people that have legitimate illnesses. They have to put up with so much pain and suffering to get through these hard times.
Another wonderful thing that has happened ever since I was diagnosed with Cushing’s is that my family has grown a little closer. We have all wanted me to get better. I have had so many blessing given to me by my son and it has been awesome to let him help me out where he can. This is the time that I have ever felt so much love from my family. That is the greatest experience that I could have ever had.
I have also seen miracles that have changed my life. There are things that have happened to me and other people that have taught me important lessons. I also know that there is a father in heaven that loves us and wants us to feel better and not have to suffer.
A: I was probably about 29 or 30 years old. I believe that is when I started seeing changes in my body and feeling different.
Q: How has Cushing’s affected your life?
A: First of all, Cushing’s has made me fat. I used to a healthy fit woman that was able to teach one or two aerobics classes a day. I was able to run, jump, swim, etc. and enjoy it. The one thing that comes to mind that has affected my life has been that I haven’t been able to attend my kid’s activities and functions as much as I would have liked. Ever since I started feeling the symptoms I have gained weight, I have not been able to do the things that I would like to do, I have had a plethora of seizures, and I have been in pain spiritually as well as physically.
I feel crippled. I feel like a part of me has been taken away from me that I really have enjoyed. I think it’s a blessing to be able to exercise and workout. Some people just don’t understand that exercising is beautiful.
Once I got my surgery to remove the tumor in my brain my life changed much more drastically than before the surgery. I felt much more tired and I basically had to sit around and do constructive things that didn’t require much energy. I couldn’t drive for the first 6 – 12 months depending on how I was during that time. If I did over exert myself my body would start to shake and my speech would become slurred as if I were drunk.
In all I have felt the difficulties from this disease and I’m hoping I can recover from it.
Q: What type of experiences did you have while going through these strenuous procedures to get diagnosed with Cushing’s?
A: I have had a couple experiences that have changed my life. Because of this illness I have met so many wonderful people. Not just people but people with the same problems, if not worse. I have gained a lot of respect for people that have legitimate illnesses. They have to put up with so much pain and suffering to get through these hard times.
Another wonderful thing that has happened ever since I was diagnosed with Cushing’s is that my family has grown a little closer. We have all wanted me to get better. I have had so many blessing given to me by my son and it has been awesome to let him help me out where he can. This is the time that I have ever felt so much love from my family. That is the greatest experience that I could have ever had.
I have also seen miracles that have changed my life. There are things that have happened to me and other people that have taught me important lessons. I also know that there is a father in heaven that loves us and wants us to feel better and not have to suffer.
Prevention
The funny thing about this disease is that doctors don’t know what to do to prevent this horrible thing. More than likely the reason for this is that there hasn’t been enough research and experiments done to figure out how to prevent and ultimately get rid of this disease.
The best way to prevent any disease or bodily malfunction is first to be positive. I truly believe that health begins in the mind. I haven’t been sick for almost 18 years. I believe it’s because I’m a positive and happy person. I don’t let my body take control of my mind but visa versa. My grandma went through a stage where she thought she was sick and she became really ill.
Another way to prevent disease is to exercise. Not only does help with depression, anger, etc. but it also helps to keep the body alert and tuned up. Exercising gives the body more energy to keep the immune system and the many other systems in our body working.
The last thing is to eat healthy. McDonald’s isn’t what America needs to be eating day in and day out. Eat some eggs in the morning or oatmeal. Have some chicken and vegetables in the afternoon and for dinner eat some shrimp. If you’re hungry don’t go for a donut or candy, go for some fruit, go for some yogurt or go for some peanuts. I believe that eating healthy can really impact one’s life. It’s amazing how not skipping meals helps one’s body.
Like I said it’s all mental. YOU GOTTA WANNA!!! You need to be able to turn away the sweets. It’s okay to splurge a little bit every once in a while but stick with a healthy lifestyle. I can honestly say that having a healthy lifestyle is just like the gospel of Jesus Christ. Reading the scriptures and praying every once in a while doesn’t do anything. You have to do it consistently to get anything out of it. The same can be said with healthy lifestyles. BRING IT!!!!
Click here to find some ways and things to do to enjoy a healthy lifestyle.
The best way to prevent any disease or bodily malfunction is first to be positive. I truly believe that health begins in the mind. I haven’t been sick for almost 18 years. I believe it’s because I’m a positive and happy person. I don’t let my body take control of my mind but visa versa. My grandma went through a stage where she thought she was sick and she became really ill.
Another way to prevent disease is to exercise. Not only does help with depression, anger, etc. but it also helps to keep the body alert and tuned up. Exercising gives the body more energy to keep the immune system and the many other systems in our body working.
The last thing is to eat healthy. McDonald’s isn’t what America needs to be eating day in and day out. Eat some eggs in the morning or oatmeal. Have some chicken and vegetables in the afternoon and for dinner eat some shrimp. If you’re hungry don’t go for a donut or candy, go for some fruit, go for some yogurt or go for some peanuts. I believe that eating healthy can really impact one’s life. It’s amazing how not skipping meals helps one’s body.
Like I said it’s all mental. YOU GOTTA WANNA!!! You need to be able to turn away the sweets. It’s okay to splurge a little bit every once in a while but stick with a healthy lifestyle. I can honestly say that having a healthy lifestyle is just like the gospel of Jesus Christ. Reading the scriptures and praying every once in a while doesn’t do anything. You have to do it consistently to get anything out of it. The same can be said with healthy lifestyles. BRING IT!!!!
Click here to find some ways and things to do to enjoy a healthy lifestyle.
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