Fear?

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I’m not sure if it is anxiety, but the one disease I am frightened of is cancer. Many of my family have died because of it. When my bowels acted weirdly, I went to the doctor. Doctors ran every conceivable test.

It was only irritable bowel syndrome.

Not a nice thing to suffer from, but at least I know what it is.

Diagnosed with high cholesterol last year, I also have to be careful of what I eat. It is more difficult during Christmas, especially when the gifts we receive are chocolate, biscuits, and sugar based. Hopefully, when I am back at work, my routine will be better. I don’t smoke, but I have a sweet tooth.

That is an excuse, and I am old enough to understand, for my health to alter,I am the only person who can make that happen. Making changes like walking more, eating extra servings of fruit and vegetables, or reducing my fat intake leads to a healthier lifestyle.

it has to be something I do for myself.

Published by writerravenclaw

I am a fifty something mother of two grown up children, and one beautiful grandchild. I have been married for nearly thirty-four years. My first book was published ten years ago. I wrote my book Sticks and Stones because of my experience of being bullied at school.

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  4. I took back control of my diet after a heated discussion with the diabetes nurse who was adamant about me going on medication. I knew I was at fault with a poor diet over the previous year due to concerns and stress over my Husband’s health, but she wouldn’t have it. I feel back in control now, have got my sugars down by 2 and a half points, have lost weight, and eating sensibly again.
    We are responsible for ourselves but some medical professionals are dictatorial rather than encouraging. We live with our bodies 24/7, not a few times a year, and know when something is out of sync, so we get it checked out. Good luck Diana, you’ve got this.

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  6. I also suffer from IBS caused by stress. I don’t have a sweet tooth so that isn’t a problem for me but I know how hard it is for people who enjoy good food to resist. My son, Michael, and my sister #3 both struggle with weight all the time.

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