There’s a Reason I’m Nuts
I had come to believe my current state of mental malaise is simply a sign of the times, a head nod to a generation’s promise gone bad, perhaps even a lack-of-exercise induced brain comma.
For months and months I’ve been riding a slippery slope in and out of mild depression. My focus has been minimal, my ability to accomplish more than necessary is sapped and quite frankly, I’m tired. Of myself.
I’m not the only one pissing in my tea. My husband has laid down a bouquet of fresh-cut and nicely arranged adjectives to gently, and not so gently describe my out-of-touch conscience. He’s declared me “difficult”, “weird”, “spaced-out” and “sad.” And these are just a few of the English words he’s used to push me out of my own way. I’m quite sure there are several Portuguese phrases he’s used, mulled on his tongue and released under his breath, that include meanings of which I’m blissfully unaware. I’ve also been clumsier than usual, light headed and, well … just not myself.
After the 1,486th time my dear husband asked with a furrowed brow, “What the hell is wrong with you?” Followed with, “I just want you to be the happiest woman in the world.” I finally made a mental list of symptoms, called my doctor and went in for a little chat. After declaring me officially depressed, she ordered a blood work up, and six vials later I was released to wait and wonder about lab results.
It turns out I have a rather significant vitamin deficiency, and guess what! All the symptoms my husband has been complaining about, and I’ve been chalking up to anxiety, there’s actually a rather simple remedy.
Here’s the catch … apparently this vitamin deficiency, long term, can lead to memory loss and dementia, permanent neurological damage. Sounds kind of scary, right? Well, not if I take care of it, which I am, but I think maybe I just received an unexpected gift. The next time someone complains that I’m acting strangely, I at least have an excuse.
If all else fails, I’m simply going to find this store and make myself right at home!
Hmmm…for the last several months, I’ve been suffering from the same symptoms. Sometimes bad, sometimes not so bad. I wonder if I am also victim of a vitamin deficiency as well. Or, it may just be menopause. *sigh*
If not, I can always take up residence at the liquor store with you.
(I’m glad you found something you can do about it! Yay!!)
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I am so glad that it was just a vitamin deficiency. I am not saying that its not scary or bad, but it could have been so much worse. So, I am glad you are taking care of yourself and I am so happy you had the courage to go into the Doctor. Feel better soon!
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Aww I hope it helps and that you’re feeling like your old self in no time. THEN can we go to that liquor store?
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I’m pretty sure Grey Goose has the highest content of B12 of all the other vodkas on the shelf.
XO
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you know, that’s what J tells me. So I been taking the vitamins and eating better and I htink it helps. Sleep too. He also wants to get me a fake light, you know that replicates sunlight.
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Man, I think I want to open up a franchise. Want to be business partners?
I usually get a little funky in the winter. Spring is the most anxiously awaited season for me, and I’ll be fired up when I see signs of my flower bed coming back to life. Until then, maybe I’ll just fix myself a huge steak omelet?
Hugs.
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I blame my funk on February and the fact that we’ve been without power. I need a new excuse come spring.;)
I’ve been the same way so now I’m heading to buy some vitamins and work at actually taking them. I know vitamin D is deficient in most people this time of year so try that too if you aren’t already. Here’s hoping life gets back to normal for you soon. I’ve missed reading your lovely posts.
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Wow. I’m glad you caught this in time.
Good luck! You want to keep hold of that mind as long as you can.
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Glad you are taking care of yourself, hope you’re feeling back to normal soon!
Hugs!
Steph
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Oh my gosh…I am going through the exact same thing! My doctor is giving me B-12 shots all this week and then once a week there after for I not sure how long. Have you gone or going through the change yet?…I had a hysterectomy in October of 07…my doc took my ovaries so it is hotflash city sista!
The main thing I complained about at the Doctors friday was this rediculous tingling in my fingers! It is driving me nuts! just another symptom of low b-12.
Hang in there and Keep us posted!!
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You’ve described me to a T. Are you watching me? LOL I’m not sure what the cause of my symptoms are but I can definitely relate to what you’re going thru. A vitamin deficiency. Who da thunk it!
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Vegetarians and vegans like me have to be extra careful to make sure we get our Bs, and I try to pack them in! I have been mister cheerful for awhile, no reason….except maybe the Bs! Also plenty of coffee and chocolate.
On a more serious note, another important one vegetarians and others need to watch for is the omega 3s—available to vegetarians in some eggs, a lot of hot and cold cereals, flax seed ground up, flax oil, canole oil and of course walnuts.
http://www.culinate.com/columns/health+food/omega_3s
and
http://findarticles.com/p/articles/mi_m0854/is_12_27/ai_n17208072
keep up the good work Trish!
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Gary, thanks so much for the links and information. This is great.
I hope things improve soon Tricia. I think it’s the lack of vitamin d (SUNSHINE) for me, I have such bad cabin fever I’m becoming a nutter too!
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Wow – my husband is always after me to take my vitamins, I’d better get on it. I’m feeling kinda like how you described too.
Good luck!
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I am so glad that you have a reason for being nuts — I am always looking for reasons for why I am nuts!!! But seriously, it is truly amazing what vitamin imbalances and hormones can do to us — I am glad that you are seeking (and finding) answers!
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Sorry you’ve been feeling so crappy but I sure am glad that you went to the doctor and found the cause. I hope you get feeling much better soon. I’m not sure where you live but many people get feeling kinda low because of lack of sunshine(Vit. D) for so long. I live in Minnesota and every year I battle getting pulled down…sick of the snow and cold and all.
After reading the comments, I am wondering if we should hold a meeting at that liquor store?
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B vitamins – yes, good stuff. Get started and see how it feels after a few weeks! Oh, and Dr. Shiela also prescribes having more Girls’ Nights Out – they are loaded with B-vitamins
Glad you are feeling better! How scary. Now I want to have my vitamins checked…
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Oh gosh! I hope you’re feeling better! Now you’ve made me think that maybe I’ve always had some form of vitamin deficiency!!!
I think I will double up on my vitamins…
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