Remember my post the other day about longtime friends? I have quite a few of them, I am privileged to say. I'm so blessed to have these people in my life. I met another one of my longtime (since FOURTH grade longtime) friends for coffee last week. Our conversations are wildly varied and jump from topic to topic. One of the subjects we talked about were supplements.
I've never been a person to take supplements or even vitamins. Sure, I took prenatal vitamins when I was pregnant, but regular multivitamins simply do not agree with me. In an effort to make sure I am getting my vitamins, I recently bought a bottle of prenatal vitamins. Guess what? I've been able to take them without a problem. My only problem is remembering to take them. I take morning meds, but I can't take my vitamin with them because the vitamin interferes with the absorption of the medicine. I think I'll put them with my Copaxone, so when I do my shot every night, I'll remember to take the vitamin.*
I've learned a few things about vitamins and supplements, and I thought I'd pass the information along to you.**
One of the supplements we talked about was Black Currant Seed Oil
capsules. My friend sent me a bottle to try. I have no idea whether they will work, but they can't hurt. I read all the known interactions and side effects, and they seem fairly easy on the system. According to what I've read, these capsules are used to treat a variety of illnesses, from RA, to MS, and they have seen some evidence of them being effective when used in conjunction with chemo in cancer patients.
I'm including a few links so you can read about these things if you're interested. Vitamin B6 can help or hinder some medicine absorption. It is also essential for absorbing B12, which I am deficient in, hence taking the prenatal vitamins.
The black currant seed oil capsules contain gamma-linolenic acid which is an Omega-6 fatty acid. Preliminary studies are looking promising for treating a variety of conditions, including inflammation. As with any supplement, be sure to talk with your doctor before starting a regimen because they can help some conditions, but interfere with other medicines.
I'm excited to see if I feel any different taking them. Today is Monday, and I started them Saturday, so I'm not expecting results yet, but, you know I'll keep you posted!
*Putting the vitamins with my Copaxone has been working really well for me.
**Now, you know I'm not a doctor, so I'm not trying to treat or diagnose any condition or illness. Before trying any of these, make sure you talk with your doctor.
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