Mon, Nov-27-06, 18:20
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Plan: Atkins
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Location: Brisbane, Australia
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Originally Posted by kebaldwin
First, I never did that.
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I apologize. It was just that stating prednisone is bad news and then suggesting supplements sounded to me as though you were suggesting she not take it.
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Originally Posted by kebaldwin
Second, I do think it is not only fair, but also wise, to consider natural approaches. It certainly kept me off a hand full of prescription drugs and improved my health dramatically. If it does not work for someone - then no big deal.
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Yes, natural approaches are a great idea, but for some conditions they just do not cut the mustard.
Do you have a condition such as rheumatoid arthritis or severe asthma yourself?
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Originally Posted by kebaldwin
Third, I would turn your argument around and say it is "unfair" to not suggest natural approaches when we are talking about something as dangerous as prednisone.
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I repeat, doctors never prescribe steroids lightly. Yes, it has serious side effects, but patients on long term steroids are monitored carefully.
Rosebud
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