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In the absence of other symptom, wanting to urinate not long after consuming coffee is nothing to worry about. Remember, coffee is a diuretic and caffeine increases urine production, which can lead to more frequent urination.

I went to a functional medical doctor and did a stool test and an OATs test. One gives a breakdown of all the bacteria species in your gut whereas the other shows various metabolites that relate to a more limited number of gut bacteria, Candida and other nasties. I got these tests in Australia and I don't know what is available in Thailand but I imagine some stool tests must be available.

I had terrible sleep patterns for a while. I go to bed around 10 PM and would wake between 3 AM and 4 AM and couldn't get back to sleep. This went on for a long time and I tried everything from all the usual supplements, all the right sleep practices etc. Nothing worked. Eventually it was discovered I had stomach / digestive issues. As it was explained to me, the microbes in my gut were producing gas and whatnot and that was likely causing inflammation, increasing cortisol and waking me up early. It wasn't until I took antimicrobials to sort out my digestive issues that my sleep normalised. Even now, I still take two supplements before bed which help me get a deep sleep, 5HTP and Magnesium Glycinate.

I had sleeping issues on and off and tried various supplements. Melatonin worked to help me fall asleep quickly but didn't help me staying asleep all night long. I'd often wake up around 3:00 or 4:00 AM and be unable to get back to sleep. What worked best for me was the supplement 5HTP. It's a naturally occurring amino acid that promotes a positive mood and helps with sleep. It's non-addictive and you can take it for a period of time. I take 100 mg, but you can take higher dose. Note, it's better to take it for several weeks as it takes a while for it to work and it's not used like, say, a one-off sleeping pill that will put you to sleep immediately. It's cheap and safe and worth trying if you have sleep issues. I take it shortly before bed and combine it with 100 mg of Magnesium Glycinate. Together, they help me get a decent night's sleep.

Playskool in Nana closed many years ago.

And it just gets better as it goes along!

Really enjoyed the first 4 series of Grace - thanks for pointing out that series 5 is available now!

If your SIBO keeps coming back, it means that the root cause has not been addressed. Common root causes are low stomach acid or issues with bile flow which can be anything from cholestasis to biliary dyskinesia (poor function gallbladder) to gallstones to liver issues or even something as obscure as vegus nerve problems. Taking Rifaxmin periodically is not an ideal situation and if at all possible, try to identify and then address the root cause.

Try Nakhon Phanom.

Good to see some Whittaker's chocolate in the pile, and the Dark Ghana 72% which is my favourite. Very good quality chocolate!

One of the reasons I left Thailand is that I really didn't like the idea of getting seriously sick there and dying there. I can't put my finger on why I feel this way, but I'd rather my life end in the country where it began.

I had to click on the link to see what sort of movie that is. The title got me rather excited...

It's not a myth. When Paweena Hongsakul, who has long campaigned for children's and women's rights, was in government, she led a delegation of local government figures on a walk through Walking Street and declared on camera that there was no prostitution in Pattaya. It was widely reported at the time and became a laughing stock amongst foreigners.

Some short-time hotels won't allow non-Thai women on the premises.

There are so many ailments which mimic the symptoms of SIBO. The best thing to do is to find a practitioner who can conduct a SIBO breath test, an OAT test and maybe even a comprehensive stool test. Yes, it's a lot of testing but the only way to really know what is going on is to test, otherwise you end up going around in circles and feel like you're throwing darts at a darts board!

Thanks, farang.

If you have not yet started the course, remember that Rifaximin for SIBO works best when taken with Nystatin or Metronidazole at the same time. Also, do everything you can to identify the root cause. SIBO doesn't just "happen". It takes a failure of some sort for it to occur, such as low stomach acid, poor gallbladder function, low motility etc.

His wife might not work and they have 3 children to raise. 20K baht is a LOT of money to many Thais.

I know it's not ideal and doesn't answer your question about availability, but Rifaxmin is available over the counter at the bigger pharmacies in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. Any reason you specifically want to use this particular antibiotic? SIBO, perhaps? If that's the case, you might want to look at Metronidazole AKA Flagyll. Augmentin may also work. Or consider herbal anti-microbials like Oregano oil / Neem / Allicin. (Oregano oil is far and away the strongest of these, assuming you get one of the better brands like Gaia Herbs or my favourite, North American Herb & Spice.)

That's because they are typically the count at the time the file was first listed on X1337, and don't tend to be updated after that.

Thanks for the heads up. Just watched the trailer and looks good, so will grab it!

The whole series is available now. Watched the first two episodes and so far so good! It's not quite your usual British crime drama and just like the town where it's set, Bradford, this series is gritty. Enjoying it so far!

Very, very strongly agree with this excellent advice. I should note that I am not diabetic but that aside, my breakfast usually includes a couple of the following: Greek yoghurt, eggs, macadamia nuts and avocado. The idea of prioritising protein and fat for breakfast sets you up well for the day. As far as fruit at breakfast time goes, limit it to one piece. And if at all possible, keep the quantity small and choose something low-sugar like berries or Kiwi fruit.

Diabetics need to be conscious of their total sugar / carb intake. Bread, pasta, rice, fruit, sugar etc - they all increase your blood sugar. Some fruits like mangoes, ripe bananas, watermelon can be quite high in sugar and depending on the amount consumed, can spike your blood sugar. A small piece of mango should be fine, whereas a whole, large ripe mango could increase blood sugar. Other fruits like berries and pears are much lower in sugar. Generally, you want to avoid the high-sugar fruit while also being aware of your total sugar / carb intake. Best way to do this is to monitor your blood sugar levels at home, and get Hb1ac tested every 3 to 6 months. If your blood sugar levels are stable, then some fruit and carbs is fine. If your blood sugar levels are unstable, you might need to cut back on fruit and other carbs, and possibly adjust your diabetes meds (with medical professional help).

I used Bangkok Buddy a few times in the past for a border run, to Cambodia and back. Everything worked well. I have never used the other firms so cannot comment on them. Bangkok Buddy also offer a service to get retirement visas where you lodge your passport with them, pay around 30,000 baht and a month or so later you get your passport back. Read reviews about Bangkok Buddy online and some people learned the hard way that this is a seriously bad idea.