In IC as with life, things do not generally happen for no reason- (sorry alot of negatives there, but, you get the point :) ).  When people flare, even if we dont understand why all of the time, there is a reason. When someone is flaring I go through the typical questions-what changed--food, water, hair/skin care, stress....Uusally people will say nothing. And, they really think--nothing! But, it ususally isnt nothing. It is almost always-something. Today a good one came up I wanted to share because it is such an innocent mistake. It is really easy to make.

I share my thoughts from time to time as many of you know. I am sorry if they seem to personal, but, I think all things are pertinent in life and to health and the way the body/mind works. So here is my thought today: Someone wrote me an email the other day and it reminded me how powerful the impact of our words and actions are and how important it is to touch someone with the power of your own being.

I want to make sure everyone knows that once you are able to add in sparkling water, it should not be used as a substitute for flat water. Sparkling water should be a "treat" water, as in a replacement for soda, not a replacement for water. Nothing hydrates your body like water! Our bodies are made up of somewhere between 68-90% water-there are different percentages in the various locations. And, we must replenish that supply constantly. Sparkling water is not capable of replenishing these fluids in the manner that flat water is.

This is an article about the cultivation of super bugs being caused by antibiotics, which, I completely agree with. The verbiage here is a bit strong and perhaps a little offensive to some, I am pointing the article out, I didnt write it! I dont agree with everything here, but, I agree with the general concepts.