Stone: Tapering problem - please help - a bit urgent

[stone]

I forgot to say, tapering will begin February 1st all being well.

[KarenB]

Cool - you can join the 'Holding till after Xmas' Club !  Unfortunately we have run out of free hams, but you will still be welcome...

[stone]

Lol, thanks Karen.

[stone]

I am going to order some supplements and wanted to ask for some input, KarenB in your sig are the three supplements I am getting. I am already happy with the fish oil I get http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00I8GX8HK?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=ox_sc_sfl_title_4&smid=A1ZKRZX8RJZWEDand think this Vitamin E fits the bill http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00028NJ7Q?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=ox_sc_sfl_title_1&smid=AUJI7YZ3HFDAS

but am unsure on which type of magnesium to get, I have read the relevant threads on this site but would just like someones recommendation if that's possible. Maybe this? http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00028NJ7Q?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=ox_sc_sfl_title_1&smid=AUJI7YZ3HFDAS

I have had these in the past http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0013RGUK8?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_search_detailpage

[stone]

http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00028NJ7Q?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=ox_sc_sfl_title_1&smid=AUJI7YZ3HFDAS

 

Vitamin E link because it doesn't work in the above post atm.

 

A quick update, I am doing a bit better. I feel like I am now "used to" the Fluoxetine though it is still affecting my sleep, it's very hard to wake up. I no longer have the feeling of going off my head and feel more like me again, so that's huge. I am still quite depressed but am doing better with my Mindfulness practice and trying to practice self-compassion.

[KarenB]

I get Solgar Magnesium Citrate tablets, which dissolve in water. 

and Eagle Vitamin E.

and Orthoplex Fish Oil.

 

I chose them because they are mid-price things, which I usually go for - figuring cheap is cheap for a reason and right now I want something good.  Remember to start each separately and at a low dose and slowly move up. 

 

It sounds like there is progression in terms of your symptoms.  Just keep going slow and steady.

[stone]

Thanks Karen, I got my links mixed up but I meant to post Solgar Magnesium Citrate. Instead Then posted the viatamin E tablets 3 times, lol.

[KarenB]

A sure sign of being in w/d

[stone]

A sure sign of being in w/d

 

Lol.

 

Actually, like you said, I am progressing a bit. Feeling a bit more normal, finally. I am keeping it going by practicing Mindfulness, also keeping a journal for the first time.

[stone]

This magnesium looks interesting http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B000I1HNEM?colid=TX0K6ENIDBNB&coliid=I3RSJ40K21G79G&ref_=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_ttl

[Seeker53]

Stone. Thanks for posting how you are going. That magnesium does look good. Let us know how you go with it.

 

It's great that you are feeling more like you and that you can recognise your wd symptoms. Mindfulness really helps us and doing most things mindfully helps with concentration and any brain fog you may have. Keeping a journal is great too. Well done.

[stone]

Thanks Seeker.

[stone]

This magnesium looks interesting http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B000I1HNEM?colid=TX0K6ENIDBNB&coliid=I3RSJ40K21G79G&ref_=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_ttl

 

 

The thing I like about this is that it is a liquid so that gives greater control over doses than tablets, also I think it can be applied directly to the skin for absorption as well as ingested orally.

 

But it would be much cheaper and basically the same to dilute Magnesium chloride flakes yourself? http://www.amazon.co.uk/Better-You-Magnesium-Original-Flakes/dp/B00477782K/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1452165136&sr=8-2&keywords=magnesium+chloride

[Fresh]

Hi Stone ,

I bought a 2 kilo bag of the flakes from ebay. Good for baths and mag.oil spray.

You can ingest it too , but it's less bioavailable than topical use , according to the literature.

 

Fresh

[stone]

Thanks Fresh, for the "oil" do you just mix a little distilled water with the flakes so it is just about dissolved and not too watery?

[Fresh]

This is the recipe from Dr Axe - excellent aricle here http://draxe.com/magnesium-oil/

To make your own magnesium oil at home, follow this recipe:

 

Ingredients:

 

½ cup magnesium chloride flakes

½ cup filtered water

Directions:

 

Bring water to a boil. Turn off heat and stir in the flakes until dissolved. When cool, transfer to a glass spray bottle.

 

"Spray: Spraying magnesium oil directly on the skin is the most common application of the mineral. It’s best to apply after a shower, when the skin is clear of lotions or other oils. After spraying, magnesium oil should be thoroughly rubbed in and left to absorb for about 30 minutes. Depending on your preference, you can shower or wipe down to eliminate any residue.

 

The first few times applying magnesium spray may result in some uncomfortable tingling. This sensation should dissipate the longer you use it."

[stone]

Thank you very much, Fresh.

 

One last question please, how much do you spray on? Do you just do your arms or something?

 

BTW, the Dr Axe link isn't working. Says "not found".

[Fresh]

The link is fixed now Stone.

I spray it liberally and rub/massage it into arms , shoulders , neck ,hips , legs and knees. Anywhere

you can reach. The more surface area you cover , the more that gets absorbed.

I also use it for particular niggles , like one side of the neck , as needed.

 

After doing my research on magnesium , I've also ordered Milk of Magnesia for taking internally (to be mixed with bicarbonated water). I read somewhere that it's 500 times more bioavailable taking it this way than in tablet form.

[stone]

Thanks again Fresh.