[LAK]

Hello B,

Yes that is the correct dose and I stopped the vitex about 5/6 days ago.

With regards to PCOS, i had checked this back in november as at the time I had low DHEAS and was asked to take the supplement but when I tested my androgens to check for PCOS, my androstenedione was high ( over 10 with a range of 0.30-3.30). So I stopped taking DHEAS and retested and my levels were normal again at 1.07. I had also tested my ACTH which was 15.7pg/mL (range below 46) – so we dismissed PCOS. I also dont suffer from acne and never have.

At the time my testosterone total was 0.359 (range 0.084-0.481) and free Testosterone 1.40pg.mL (range 0.00-1.70)

My Fasting insulin 7.82 IU/ML (range is 1.90-9.90) back in November as well.

I saw the gyne yesterday and she checked me and said my lining was thin and my ovaries looked good (and silent) so maybe this is hormonal or linked to the supplement? I am still on my ‘period’ day 14 now. She checked my thyroid and prolactin and all levels were okay. One thing she did say which got me thinking, if the bleed doesnt stop she may consider the pill. What are your thoughts on this?

I will check my estradiol and testosterone again on day 2 of my next period.

[LAK]

good morning B,

these are my responses, I will also update this on my profiile.

. What’s your age? 44

2. What’s your average cycle length before June 2024? Regular 28-day cycle? 28 day cycle

3. When did the cycle changes begin – were they shorter, longer, irregular? since June they became shorter (day 21) and heavier but always 5 days. And at times longer (day 35). so irregular bu I would still also get my period on day 28

4. How many days is your cycle now (from the first day of bleeding to the next first day)? i got it on 8 th May and still have it

5. How is your bleeding now, and has the flow changed (heavier, lighter, more spotting)? it started off normal, then nothing overnight, and it started again the next day, for a few days and slowed and then got a little more overnight again.

6. Are you spotting between periods? never have

7. Have you had any skipped periods in the last year? no

8. When exactly did you start taking Chaste tree (start date, and also what day in your cycle)? started 2 May

9. What’s the dose of Chaste tree you’re taking? 1 in the am and 1 in the pm

10. Taking any other supplements, herbs or medications (including hormonal contraceptives)? I take my regular supplements, Vit D/K, Magn, omega, joints, citrulline (for my ankle OCD), NAC, b vitamins

11. Have you done any recent hormone testing that you can share – like thyroid, progesterone or estrogen? I have done them in november 2024 I see Dr Amel for my thyroid and initially I thought it was that as we had to adjust my dose and i take t3 10mg now. but my thyroid is under control with him and I do have a new blood test to run in two weeks for it.

my progesterone was 1.78ng/ml, prolactin 8.67, estradiol E2 88.70pg/ml, FSH 9.10 and LH 13.10

I did take this test on day 3 though so Im not sure the progesterone levels are reliable.

12. Any recent stress, illness, major travel, or weight changes? honestly no changes.

[LAK]

Thank you, yes I am looking forward to getting his opinion on this and what he can do to help.

Thanks again for your help

[LAK]

Morning B,

Thank you for your response. Yes I guess the boot with the crutches will give me some flexibility and hopefully this will support the healing process. In my research I found that even swimming isn’t a sport I should be doing during this off loading period – Would you agree with this?

I saw you protocol as I had used it for my daughter, and have pretty much started aside from bone meal powder which I cant find, manganese (for the amount you noted I can’t seem to find either).

Vitamin A is safe to take for a few month?

As for vitamin D, my levels are really good and I take vitamin K2 MK-4 only as I cant find one that has MK -7 as well.

the glucosamine that I take (Thorne brand) has turmeric in it already which helps.

I made an appointment with the Dr so thank you for the recommendation. At this stage I want to do anything that I can to avoid any issues later on.

I have been doing red light therapy/NIR daily as well and looking into NMES. Do you have any advise on this treatment?

Thank you!

[LAK]

Hi Daniel

Thank you for your response above. I will share these with her and see whether she would be willing to look into them. I think she use to be on progesterone (recommended by gyne) and came off it less than a year ago and her acne symptoms started again. She use to get a lot of urine infections during the period when she was on progesterone and she seems to think it may have been a cause.

[LAK]

perfect thank you so much! will try this x

[LAK]

Thanks B.

Yes I use his fermented foods and I do my own as well actually (although the kefir didnt work as nicely!).

With regards to the b vitamin drops, I could use the Clarks rule to get the dosage for each child right? As for the magnesium, i found Mary Ruths magnesium citrate in gummy form 50mg only. Would this be enough? Based on the formula I think my daughter needed about 200mg.

I will start with the fermented foods and magnesium and lemon water and see how they get on. Any specific amount of lemon in the water?

Thanks again for your guidance! always appreciated x

[LAK]

Thanks for the feedback.

So my daughter has had at least twice a year a course of antibiotics, so this was one of my main concerns for her gut health.

She doesnt have much coconut oil. I use to cook with it but I use olive oil and avocado oil at times.

She also has lots of protein and same as her brother, other than lamb the red meat is not really fatty. She gets very bloated though after her meals.

Again should I be giving her B vitamins too? and vitamin c? I cant seem to find any she likes though but its easier with her as she is okay to swallow small pills.

[LAK]

Hey,

Thank you so much for this.

He does not really take that much antibiotics and his immunity is pretty good. But I would say maybe once a year he ends up on a course due to strep mainly.

With regards to the high oxalates, do you think I should check his kidneys? I found magnesium citrate in powder form from NOW but thats not available here. The other brands here are biocare which is a mix with malate or biogena but that also has vitamin C and calcium. Can you remind me please of the formula to use to get the dosage for a child. Is it specifically citrate form? I have glycinate in powder form.

With regards to hydroxybutyric, I thought this helps regulate BS? How would it cause dysregulation?

He eats a lot of protein and red meat but not necessarily fatty red meat. He has a lot of cheese.. could this be a cause?

As for sugar, he really doesnt crave it too much – I mean if its in front of him he will grab what he can get! but he doesnt ask for it.

Should I be giving him B vitamins considering he seems quite low?

[LAK]

1. A while back I was discussing with you my daughters’ stomach bloating and she does get stomach cramps at least yearly and we had also discussed the OAT. Also not to mention the 1/2 yearly courses of antibiotics so again just concerned n terms of how her gut has been impacted.

3. she eats well and includes a variety of foods however she does crave sugar and carbs a lot. We had done some tst with Dr Amel and her insulin levels are on the higher side. Vitamin d is good.

4. active and has good energy levels.

5. sleeps well. I usually dont let them sleep past 8pm

hope this helps x

[LAK]

1. 2.Since a very young age, his favorite food was peanut butter and I was always worried that he was consuming too much of it and mold. and on occasions he has complained on a tummy ache and then it went away.

3. He is pretty slim, and his diet is high in protein mainly. he isnt a big fan of fruits and he eats potatoes/sweet potatoes/ brocoli/ edamame/ cauliflower/ cucumber/ little salad

4. he has energy but is not always very focused or coordinated. His teachers have not mentioned this so I guess he can sit still but I do find that he doesnt like to sit still.

5. he sleeps well but is a mouth breather. he has his adenoids removed, we recently had to place an expander to widen his jaw and once this treatment is done we will start with the tongue exercises in conjunction to mouth breathing.

6. vitamin d levels are good (had them checked with Dr Amel) – he did have high B12 levels around the 700 mark but I recall you saying this was okay.

Hope this helps x

[LAK]

Thank you B, I might try it for myself and my ankle!

[LAK]

Morning B,

Lovely thank you for sharing this – how useful! so the protocol is based on a adult and I will use the formula to get her dosage. For example for the magnesium she would need 288mg and the acti- mag from biotech (which also has B vitamins) is 400mg in one scoop – I could just give her half even though its a little less but I cant really measure it otherwise.

As for the omega – I will do my best but I doubt she will accept lol she tried once to open it and she got traumatised lol

What about black seed oil? This is good for inflammation. Would you recommend this?

Lana x

[LAK]

Hey B

I had a look at the protocol – I found Thorne CalMag and vitamin C but the magnesium is citrate not glycinate. Would you recommend I give her this as its powder form and easier to take. The magnesium supplements in general are quite big. otherwise I also have biotics research actimag plus which has magnesium 400mg as well as the B vitamins. and I can add the vitamin c vials from marny.

Same with the Omega 3 pills – they are quite big. Do you have any recommendations for this?

In terms of collagen – can I give her the Healthnag brand? I have this already.

I have the throne brand of curcumin, 500mg two capsules. Is that too much?

Which brand of vitamin A do you recommend?

She has been taking panadol for pain relief as it just happened yesterday. I am hoping the pain will ease in a few days.

Best, Lana

[LAK]

Thank you so much! will have a look