August 21st… Wellness Update

by annemariedemyen, posted in 2026, Health and Fitness

Four and a half years ago I got  pro-active in dealing with my chronic respiratory and general  health issues.   Four and a half years later, my health issues are still with me…

So far this year,  my health has been particularly frustrating due to an ongoing  battle with Pseudomonas Aeruginosa and the Ciprofloxacin ‘treatment’ which I was prescribed.   While the treatment did not eradicate the Pseudomonas, it did leave ongoing side effects.  👍

However, despite these issues, this has been a fairly busy, productive, and healthy summer for me.  (Go figure?)

I have continued existing, and adopted new,  lifestyle habits  that have proven to be beneficial.

1) Collagen supplements continued to be part of my daily health regime.  On top of everything  that they have been doing for me in general over the  past year, I truly believe that they helped to mitigate the tendon damage from the Ciprofloxacin significantly.

2) I have read a number of self-help books that have helped me to sustain a positive mindset.   John E. Sarno has become one of my all time favourite authors.  I find it mind-boggling that more physicians do not  take the mind/body connection more seriously.  Having dealt with stress and anxiety for my entire life, it is obvious that our minds trigger physical symptoms and conditions – and that our minds have the power to mitigate them

3) The Navage sinus clearing system that Dan bought me a few months ago has become a part of my morning routine that I couldn’t imagine giving up at this point.  Not only does it do an amazing job of clearing  my sinuses, but my environmental allergies are virtually non-existent at this point.  Not only is it far more effective than antihistamines – it causes zero side effects.   Also… The little storage rack that I got for it was well worth the small price that I paid for it. 🙂

4) Regular exercise has been a part of my daily routine – as much as has been possible.  There were a few weeks when my treadmill sat idle because  tendon issues caused by the Ciprofloxacin made it too  painful and potentially dangerous.  Fortunately, those issues are resolved so that I can once again enjoy my treadmill time and the benefits it provides.    I am also doing my You Tube aerobic workouts with the recent addition of light weights.

5) With the amazing weather we have been experiencing this summer, I have spent a lot of time working outdoors tending to trees, flower beds, and garden.  Between bending, lifting, squatting and the like, I have experienced considerable natural postural lung drainage – which is a good thing. 

6) And finally… My daughter introduced me to Blume probiotics.  Since I quit eating yeast, my digestive system was working just fine! After 42 days of 1500 mg of  Ciprofloxacin per day, that was no longer the case.   Daughter Jen, who has suffered from IBS for her entire life, had been using Blume and suggested it might help get my digestive system back in working order.  I have been using one package a day for the past fourteen days and the results have been incredible.  The side effects? Zero!

That’s it for today.  I hope everyone has been enjoying  a good summer.  Take care and have a great day! 💞🌞

18 thoughts on “August 21st… Wellness Update”

  1. A beautiful flower photo! Yay for your daughter, I’m so glad that her suggestion has helped you so much Anne!! Enjoy your summer, its good to hear from you again. 😊😎

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  6. Congrats on your healthy and productive summer, AnneMarie! You’re taking charge of your destiny and looks like the combo of diet, exercise and the natural outdoors is doing good for your mindset to face your ongoing health challenges! 😊🙏

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  7. You have come a long way over the years Anne. Your hard work has really paid off for you. I am happy for you having nice weather this summer to enjoy. It is great that Jen told you about Blume and it has done well for you and no side effects. Beautiful Plant. Have a wonderful Saturday, Anne Hugs

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  15. What a wonderful blog! I know you mentioned those probiotics at check-in and I’m excited to hear you’re feeling so much better on them! I’ll have to look into them as I have IBS-C.

    You inspire me with your gardens each and every year. Absolutely beautiful and serene. I know how much work you put into them.

    The biggest thing you inspire me with is never giving up on your health. Some hurdles are tougher to get through but you Always see the light at the end of the tunnel.

    ❤️I can’t be more grateful to have you as a friend I adore. ❤️

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  16. Thank you, Jackie! The thing about Blume that works for Jen and I is that it is so gentle. She has tried different probiotics, Fibre sources, etc. and they just aggravated her IBS.
    When one retires and has the chance to make themselves their priority, they realize the most important thing is to to maintain and improve their health and wellness. And it is SO empowering to realize that you CAN do so much in that regard! It is exciting. It really is! 😁
    And of course it is so much better doing it with you and Dwight. 🤗🥰

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