GeorgiaPeachie

@GeorgiaPeachie (66)

United States • Age 40

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Exotic Pets

huggiebear22 @huggiebear22 (2007) • Canada 19 May 07

On the news here earlier this week there was a story abotu a man whose girl friend was killed by his pet tiger. The tiger swatted at her and was able to slice her in the thight and she bled to death her kids watched this happen....

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GeorgiaPeachie I'd report it if my neighbor had a large animal like that! They are putting everyone at risk. Could you imagine if that tiger got out and killed someone else? That is just awful!

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Are you an Organ donor? Have you been affected?

GeorgiaPeachie @GeorgiaPeachie (66) • United States 19 May 07

The discussion about a heart transplant patient that died and then the doctors transplanted the heart again got me thinking... Are you an Organ donor? Have you been affected by a transplant or donation situation? I know I...

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Do you consider yourself overweight?

mamacathie @mamacathie (3928) • United States 15 May 07

There are so many that are so thin and still think they are overweight, but I am talking about healt-wise, are you considered overweight? I am, and I would like to lose at least 50 more pounds. Thru the past few years, I have lost...

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GeorgiaPeachie Yes I am. But I'm doing something about it. I'm following the South Beach way of eating. Good luck!

19 May 07

Do you like Milk?

Neriz69 @Neriz69 (1093) • Philippines 16 May 07

I just went to an exhibit last march and I took a bone density test that they are offering for free. I found out that I need to drink milk or take supplements to increase my calcium intake. I'm not really a milk drinker because...

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GeorgiaPeachie If you are lactose intolerant aren't there drinks like Lactaid that have calcium? Also my friend who is lactose intolerant takes a little pill if she wants to have some dairy.

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is it possible to eat healthy on a fixed income?

cher913 @cher913 (25782) • Canada 16 May 07

Face it, fresh fruits and veggies (unless they are in season) are pricey and starchy foods are much cheaper to purchase...how do you eat healthy on a fixed income? any suggestions? (i am planning to grow some of my own veggies,...

eating

fixed income

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GeorgiaPeachie I stock up on lean meats when there are sales. We use some frozen foods. I use coupons on things that do have coupons. It is hard but it is an investment in your health.

19 May 07

Beer and High Blood Sugar

Rozie37 @Rozie37 (15499) • Turkmenistan 16 May 07

I have a friend whom I believe to be an alcoholic and his doctor recently told him that his blood sugar is high. He also has high blood pressure and he smokes. I am afraid for him and there is no reasoning with him. He does what...

mature content

to much beer

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GeorgiaPeachie Alcohol (any kind) does raise blood sugar and is the last thing your friend needs with a high blood sugar. Please speak with your friends girlfriend and have her maybe talk to the doctor?

19 May 07

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Do you like to be sick?

sameen0705 @sameen0705 (349) • Pakistan 17 May 07

DO you like it when you're sick and be taken care of?I just love it when i am sick and my husband brings me water or medicine while i am in bed and takes care of the kids. OR are you the type who dreads to be sick and take all...

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GeorgiaPeachie I hate to get sick and take lots of precautions but when I am sick I do love to have some pampering.

19 May 07

menstruation attack!!!

huangtyantyan @huangtyantyan (97) • Philippines 17 May 07

guys, i just want to ask if you know how to prevent or avoid menstruation?coz we'll go hiking and camping this sunday and I already feel the signs of my monthly period... I really really want to go but it'll be so uncomfortable...

menstruation

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GeorgiaPeachie The only way I know to prevent menstruation is to go on a medication such as Depo Provera or a long term birth control pill (which is all too late at this point.) I'm not sure what the other comment is talking about. Every hormonally balanced woman will have...

19 May 07

Headache when hungry...

juliemarie84 @juliemarie84 (642) • United States 17 May 07

I have noticed that if I do not have a pop within a few hours of being awake, I get a bad headache that lasts pretty much all day. In addition to this, I seem to get headaches if it's getting around meal time and I haven't had...

food

headache

migraine

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GeorgiaPeachie Your probably eating things that are high on the glycemic index. Your blood sugar is going up fast and coming down sharply and giving you headaches. Things like white rice, regular pasta, soda, potatoes, high sugar fruits, etc all have high glycemic indexes....

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Do you have a problem when you have to put medication in your eye?

ctrymuziklvr @ctrymuziklvr (11057) • United States 17 May 07

I have to put that salve stuff in one of my eyes and I"m having a horrible time with it. It's a normal instinct to blink when you see something coming towards your eye so what are we supposed to do in this case? I basically try to...

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GeorgiaPeachie For drops put them right at the tear duct part and look towards the outside (away). For salve, rub the inside part and look towards your nose so it rubs across. Hope to help!

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Diet Tip

cyclonewriter @cyclonewriter (2168) • United States 17 May 07

I was reading a magazine tonight about being invited to a cookout and staying on a diet. The writer suggested if you know they will be grilling, you make yourself a foil packet with some lean meat,veggies and seasonings. That way...

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GeorgiaPeachie It depends how well you know the host. Some people especially here in the South would consider that especially rude.

19 May 07

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10 easy tips to become a smarter shopper!

rinaaus @rinaaus (1201) • Australia 17 May 07

1. Prepare a list of what you need before you shop to avoid overspending. 2. Check the weekly specials before you shop. 3. Don't shop when you hungry. It can be more tempting to buy expensive treats when you hungry. 4. Buy...

tips for shopping

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GeorgiaPeachie How about "Leave the husband and kids home?" LOL

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Why won't it come????

mummyofthree @mummyofthree (2715) 18 May 07

I'm in pain again! It's that time of the month! I normally get cramping for an hour or so and then things begin! But this month I have been cramping now for two whole days! The sort of cramps that have you doubled over and shoot...

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GeorgiaPeachie Hmm have you mentioned this to your doctor? I think you should? The coil you refer to, is that an IUD? You do realize that IUD's don't prevent an egg from being fertilized, only from implantation right? So you could be getting pregnant every single month and...

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What do you think of C-Sections v. natural birth?

jennybianca @jennybianca (12912) • Australia 18 May 07

There has been a report very recently in south australia, that suggests far too many women are giving birth by c-section. In fact, the figures are 30%. The report suggests that many of these women only have a c-section for...

births

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GeorgiaPeachie I think that doctors are doing more csections because of the convenience factor. Personally I relate this back to the USA's mentality of "me me me, what I want, when I want it" Ugh! I had a csection but my daughter's cord was wrapped around her neck. It was...

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are you afraid of injection needle/syringe?

archer1811 @archer1811 (1098) • Philippines 18 May 07

im a bit afraid sometimes knowing that needle will tuck into my nerves and going to sip my blood..im asking your thought bout this because as of this moment our company is currently conducting an annual medical check ups for our...

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GeorgiaPeachie I don't readily volunteer for them but I surely do what I have to do. My husband is diabetic so I see injections every single day. I guess I've gotten used to it. I do have to say I'd rather have blood drawn than have an injection. Injections tend to sting...

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Do you like to eat fruits and vegetables?

happymom1 @happymom1 (1179) • United States 18 May 07

My husband always tell me eat fruits and vegetables its good for you. Yes its true but i know a lot of people dont like vegetables only some fruits. My family doesnt really like vegetables. I eat a lot. I cook a lot vegetables mix...

fruits and vegetables

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GeorgiaPeachie I eat the ones I like. I think a healthy diet is lots of vegetables and then some fruits, proteins and health carbs.

19 May 07

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Have you ever had pneumonia?

leeesa @leeesa (884) • United States 18 May 07

I went to the doctor today because I've been having trouble breathing. I have pneumonia. If you've had this before, how long did it take you to recover? What did you find was the most comfortable way to sleep? I feel like I'm...

breathing problems

pneumonia

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GeorgiaPeachie Yep.. It sucks. Did the doctor give you some cough medicine to help you sleep at night? Make sure that you have a few pillows under you. Being elevated helped me out alot. I had a horrible bout with bronchitis, pneumonia, viruses, sinus infections etc. It all...

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Who is a good Doctor .one who simply prescribe medicines or one who says change

Manoj_s @Manoj_s (939) • India 18 May 07

Most of the diseases to day are life style diseases .whom do you think a good doctor one who just prescribe medicines or one who tell them and indicate what are the wrong life styles they are having ,whether eating...

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GeorgiaPeachie I think that a healthy balance is best. What the patient does with the knowledge is their business but the doctor should make them aware.

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