Determined to See

Algae to Treat RP on Way from Israel

Written By: ingridricks - Jun• 16•13

This healing eyesight quest is getting expensive—though I’m determined to try every avenue possible this year and then figure out the most affordable route for my ongoing treatment.

97_dunaleiella_boxLast week, I racked up nearly $2,000 on my American Express. I think I spent a total of $675 for the comprehensive food and other allergy testing through ALCAT. For me, it’s a worthwhile investment because I’m becoming more and more convinced that in my case, my RP is tied to an autoimmune disorder and I know now that food plays a huge role in that (for more info, read last week’s blog).

Next, I spent $1,189 on a 100-day supply of algae from Israel that was recently used in a small RP clinical trial there. I know there are no guarantees with this. In the study, I think it helped 38 percent of the participating patients. But for those patients, the results were so amazing that I have to give it a try. If you decide to try it yourself, here’s what you need to know:

  • You need to stick with it for ninety days. In that time period, you will know if it works for you.
  •  You need to double the recommended dosage to 80 milligrams, which means four capsules a day. For those interested, here is the link to the website that sells the algae.

HIPPIE BOY coverI’ve been a little distracted from my home treatment program this week because—in addition to both of my daughters graduating from their schools (elementary and middle school) —my memoir, Hippie Boy: A Girl’s Story, made today’s New York Times bestseller list! It’s hard to limit my total screen time to four hours a day when my whole passion revolves around writing and books. So I’ve been failing in that area. I’ve also been neglecting my daily core strength training with Jillian Michaels’ Ripped in 30 (it’s a great DVD).

I have been committed to my morning green juicing, though, and to doing my daily eye exercises and acupressure. I keep reminding myself that this is a new way of life and that if I fall down one day, I just need to stand back up and keep going. Today’s a new day and I’m getting back on track—starting with turning off my computer and celebrating Father’s Day with John (my husband), and our daughters Syd and Hannah.

Wishing all of you fathers out there an amazing day!!!

 

 

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7 Comments

  1. Alysa S. says:

    So much to say here. First of all, CONGRATULATIONS again on your wonderful news about “Hippie Boy”! It’s such a wonderful thing to see an amazing writer and a good person succeed! As for your treatment, I think you have the right attitude: You know it’s important and you’re continuing to pursue it, but you also know that if you don’t have a perfect day, you just have to stay determined and start again tomorrow. I hope you and your family had a great Fathers Day. All the best to you, as always.

    • ingridricks says:

      Thank you, Alysa. I so appreciate your friendship and support through all of this.

      Love Ingrid

  2. Marie-Josée Idiart says:

    Dear Ingrid,

    I am so happy for you, for everything that is happening in your life, the success of your book and the treatment. Yes we have those days with our ups and downs and when we slip away from our good intentions but the main thing is to stay focus and I think this is what you are doing. Le us know how it will go with the algae. If you ever come to Montreal, I will love to meet you.

    Marie-Josée

    • ingridricks says:

      Thank you, Marie-Josee. I appreciate your words. I’e always wanted to check out Montreal — if I ever make it there, you can be sure you are the first person I”ll call!!!

  3. Marie-Josée Idiart says:

    Ingrid,

    I just want to kow have you ever tried the micro current stimulation? And If it’s yes for how long?

    Thanks

    Marie-Josée

    • ingridricks says:

      I did try micro current stimulation — for about three years. I don’t know that it helped me..then again, I have maintained a strong tiny core of central vision so many it has benefitted in that way. My machine broke about six months ago and I’ve not replaced it.

  4. Marie-Josée Idiart says:

    Ingrid,

    During the Time That you were on the micro stimulation did it stabilized yur vision or not?

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