Non-coupon related Drivel Thread 7

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DS just had some co-op CS if you pay with a Coop Bank debit or credit card valid until 19th August

£1 off £10 spend
£2 off £20 spend
£3 off £30 spend

He definately won't use them and we don't have the cards so if any use to anyone

idlesaver

Tesco Duble up Vouchers is back!!!!!

idlesaver

Dr.Who-Who wrote: »

Are you still sleeping?:D MT did not make any donuts yet. I did:p:p:p:p anyway, I got loadsa loadsa freebies from MT -

I was not sleeping hun, I was too busy opening envelopes MT sent me with loadsaa APG's in it.....:p:p:p:p:p:p only crappy freebies for you and APG's for rest of us....:p:p:p:p:p:p

myrtleturtle

hi CM
glad you had a better night with DS
and that surprise arrived

thinking of surprises;);) how old is your youngest??

chattmum wrote: »

Hi all

Not too bad a night here little man woke couple times but went back off quite quickly and baby woke once too but ds much better today has managed some jam on toast and already drank 2-3 lots of juice says he is thirsty today. Also he hasn't shut up since he got up so must be feeling better lol.

Grey and drizzly here today so having day indoors watching cross country and Olympics with kids

CM

myrtleturtle

well your right about food triggers

i have many that trigger IBS & migraines, a right pain when its stuff you enjoy (got a very sweet tooth)
caffiene, chocolate, dairy,peanuts, cokes,alcohol hence being teetotal not that OH is complaining he has 10 free bottles of wine to himself at the moment. even the weather can be a trigger
all the expected ones really, thankfully i'm not a big chocolate eater.
ok in small doses, i find if i eat to much sugary stuff that triggers things too. but sometimes who knows ( or can i count MSE as a trigger:rotfl::rotfl:)

BLUEWKD wrote: »

AH/MT, just a thought about you both suffering from migraines, I also suffer from them and have been through all the dietary stuff etc and one of the things I have to avoid is cheap chocolate. I am ok with a small amount of cadburys etc but any foreign or cheap chocolate immediately gives me a migraine. That was one of the first things I had to stop eating as I used to eat a lot of the cheap stuff which had diff flavours in each bit which I ate a lot of and loved. I don't know if either of you have done the diet watching to see if anything triggers off your migraines, but another item which triggers mine and I have to avoid totally is red fod colouring which is found in a lot of currys and food. It is well worth watching what your eating and seeing if anything is common when you get headaches if you haven't already.

Aesop wrote: »

may help with IBS too.

chattmum wrote: »

its def worth keeping an eye on what you eat, i suffered with migraines really bad through school and early twenties, but havent (touch wood) had a bad one for years now. I found a lot of the time espesh in school they were probably stress triggered ut have since discovered i cant handle caffiene so no coffee little bits of choc ok no coke. also cant have chinese food something to do with the oils they cook i t in can trigger migraines.

myrtleturtle

CW

Dr.Who-Who

idlesaver wrote: »

I was not sleeping hun, I was too busy opening envelopes MT sent me with loadsaa APG's in it.....:p:p:p:p:p:p only crappy freebies for you and APG's for rest of us....:p:p:p:p:p:p

pssst IS -do you think MT giving us dodgy APG's:p:p:p how come I have so many duplicate mocs MT?:rotfl: Have you been a naughty girl?:p:p:p can you send me their maximum amount please. I could do with that now:cool:

Btw, I have not been shopping at A for ages & I have forgotten how they set their APG's.

Are there any limit on each APG? I know the limit is £100 a month. But I am talking about limit on 1 voucher please.:beer:

myrtleturtle

:rotfl::rotfl:
no limit/cap on value of a single coupon

just 10 claims or £100 a month per household/email;)

Dr.Who-Who wrote: »

pssst IS -do you think MT giving us dodgy APG's:p:p:p how come I have so many duplicate mocs MT?:rotfl: Have you been a naughty girl?:p:p:p can you send me their maximum amount please. I could do with that now:cool:

Btw, I have not been shopping at A for ages & I have forgotten how they set their APG's.

Are there any limit on each APG? I know the limit is £100 a month. But I am talking about limit on 1 voucher please.:beer:

myrtleturtle

What Foods Trigger Headaches and Migraines?

Some of the most common foods, beverages, and additives associated with headaches include:

• Aged cheese and other tyramine-containing foods: Tyramine is a substance found naturally in some foods. It is formed from the breakdown of protein as foods age. Generally, the longer a high-protein food ages, the greater the tyramine content. The amount of tyramine in cheeses differs greatly due to the variations in processing, fermenting, aging, degradation, or even bacterial contamination. For people who take monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitormedications to treat their headaches, it is especially important to avoid all foods containing tyramine, including aged cheeses, red wine, alcoholic beverages, and some processed meats, as these foods can trigger severe high blood pressure.
• Alcohol: Blood flow to your brain increases when you drink alcohol. Some scientists blame the headache on impurities in alcohol or by-products produced as your body metabolizes alcohol. Red wine, beer, whiskey, and champagne are the most commonly identified headache triggers.
• Food additives: Preservatives (or additives) contained in certain foods can trigger headaches. The additives, such as nitrates, dilate blood vessels, causing headaches in some people.
• Cold foods: Cold foods can cause headaches in some people. It's more likely to occur if you are over-heated from exercise or hot temperatures. Pain, which is felt in the forehead, peaks 25 to 60 seconds and lasts from several seconds to one or two minutes. More than 90% of migraine sufferers report sensitivity to ice cream and cold substances.

Do Other Foods Trigger Headaches and Migraines?

These foods have been identified as headache and migraine triggers by some sufferers.

• Peanuts, peanut butter, other nuts and seeds
• Pizza
• Potato chip products
• Chicken livers and other organ meats
• Smoked or dried fish
• Sourdough bread, fresh baked yeast goods (donuts, cakes, homemade breads, and rolls)
• Bread, crackers, and desserts containing cheese
• Certain fresh fruits including ripe bananas, citrus fruits, papaya, red plums, raspberries, kiwi, pineapple
• Dried fruits (figs, raisins, dates)
• Soups made from meat extracts or bouillon (not homemade broth)
• Cultured dairy products, sour cream, buttermilk, yogurt
• Caffeine found in chocolate and cocoa; beverages such as coffee, tea and colas; also found in certain medications
• Aspartame and other artificial sweeteners

What Cheeses Have High Tyramine Levels?

The following types of cheeses have been reported to be high in tyramine:

• Blue cheeses
• Brie
• Cheddar
• Stilton
• Feta
• Gorgonzola
• Mozzarella
• Muenster
• Parmesan
• Swiss
• Processed cheese

Other foods high in tyramine are: aged, canned, cured or processed meats, certain beans (fava, broad, garbanzo, lima, pinto), onions, olives, pickles, avocados, raisins, canned soups, and nuts.

What Food Products Contain Additives?

• Hot dogs
• Ham
• Sausage
• Bacon
• Luncheon meats and deli-style meats
• Pepperoni
• Other cured or processed meats
• Some heart medications
• MSG (monosodium glutamate). MSG is a food additive/flavor enhancer found in soy sauce, meat tenderizer, Asian foods, and a variety of packaged foods.

What Are the Symptoms of Food Additive-Induced Headaches?

Most headache symptoms begin within 20-25 minutes after consuming these products. They include:

• Pressure in the chest
• Tightening and pressure in the face
• Burning sensation in the chest, neck, or shoulders
• Facial flushing
• Dizziness
• Headache pain across the front or sides of the head
• Abdominal discomfort

myrtleturtle

good read here, has types, triggers etc. maybe of help to someone
http://www.webmd.com/migraines-headaches/guide/migraines-headaches-symtpoms-types



What Triggers a Migraine?


Many migraines seem to be triggered by external factors. Possible triggers include:

• Emotional stress. This is one of the most common triggers of migraine headache. Migraine sufferers are generally highly affected by stressful events. During stressful events, certain chemicals in the brain are released to combat the situation (known as the "flight or fight" response). The release of these chemicals can provoke vascular changes that can cause a migraine. Repressed emotions surrounding stress, such as anxiety, worry, excitement, and fatigue can increase muscle tension and dilated blood vessels can intensify the severity of the migraine.
• Sensitivity to specific chemicals and preservatives in foods. Certain foods and beverages, such as aged cheese, alcoholic beverages, and food additives such as nitrates (in pepperoni, hot dogs, luncheon meats) and monosodium glutamate (MSG, commonly found in Chinese food) may be responsible for triggering up to 30% of migraines.
• Caffeine. Excessive caffeine consumption or withdrawal from caffeine can cause headaches when the caffeine level abruptly drops. The blood vessels seem to become sensitized to caffeine, and when caffeine is not ingested, a headache may occur. Caffeine itself is often helpful in treating acute migraine attacks.
• Changing weather conditions. Storm fronts, changes in barometric pressure, strong winds, or changes in altitude can all trigger a migraine.
• Menstrual periods
• Excessive fatigue
• Skipping meals
• Changes in normal sleep pattern

Migraines and Associated Conditions


There are some medical conditions that are more commonly associated with migraines, including:

• Asthma
• Chronic fatigue syndrome
• Hypertension
• Raynaud's phenomenon (occurs when blood vessels narrow causing pain and discoloration usually in the fingers)
• Stroke
• Sleep Disorders