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» elaine1977 - I've read archived discussions on this subject.

In response to I've read archived discussions on this subject. posted by ralphie89:

Hi, I was so happy to see that I was not the only person in the world, that eats baby power! I really dont know why I do this? Do you think I have a problem.. I had gastric bypass 3 years ago and lost 149lbs. My iron is very low, but eating babypower make me feel calm and relax. No one knows that I do this. But I have had alot of gas in my belly, I wonder if it comes from eating the baby power? Eating Baby Power is the first thing I do when I get home from work, and before I go to bed! I cant wait to get home and have some. I was wondering is this a danger to my health! Someone please help!

-Addicted to Power!

-- posted by elaine1977

» Victoria Anisman-Reiner - Baby powder addiction

In response to I've read archived discussions on this subject. posted by elaine1977:
Hi Elaine,

I'm glad this discussion has given you a bit of comfort that you're not alone in facing this problem.

My recommendation for you is that you speak with a counsellor or therapist who specializes in addictions and food and nutritional counselling. What you describe sounds like an addiction - and while the word is scary, it's ultimately something that you can solve, with a bit of help.

Best wishes for great health in the new year,

~Victoria

» anniek13 - You're not alone...

In response to I've read archived discussions on this subject. posted by elaine1977:
i am anemic and i try to stop eating powder but i cant when i am taking a bath with certain soap i just feel the urge to also eat powder i am now pregnant 5 mnths old and i am trying my best to stop eating it .. i need help.. i have been eating powder on and off for more than 5 yrs but this is the worst

-- posted by anniek13

» Victoria Anisman-Reiner - You're not alone...

In response to your not alone posted by anniek13:

Hello anniek13,

Again, I recommend you speak to your doctor or a nutritionist about this. They will be able to give you suggestions that will make it easier for you to stop eating baby powder.

Best wishes,

» ecal2007 - You're not alone...

In response to You're not alone... posted by anniek13:

I am so glad to see that I am not alone...I also have a craving for baby powder and am very anemic. I want to stop and my doctor says to stop...but I really can't it's like I have to have it...I haven't told anyone except my doctor (very casually though). What I'm worried about is the talc in the powder and if it could damage our system or produce some sort of cancer?

-- posted by ecal2007

» Victoria Anisman-Reiner - You're not alone...

In response to You're not alone... posted by ecal2007:

I can't speak with any certainty to the long-term effects of eating the powder, but I think you realize that you're better off without it.

I believe that you could get some help by speaking to a counselor or psychotherapist, particularly someone experienced in working with addictions. A good quality, natural-sourced, bioavailable iron supplement could help with your anemia, which might in turn relieve the draw of the baby powder (cravings often signal a nutritional need that is not being met).

Best wishes,

» elaine1977 - You're not alone...

In response to You're not alone... posted by anniek13:

I KNOW THE FEELING, I HAVE TO HAVE IN THE MORNING AND AT NIGHT. I AM GETTING A LITTLE WORRY, BECAUSE I NOTICE SOME PAIN IN MY BACK AND UNDER MY ARMS, LIKE A BURN PAIN. DONT KNOW IF IT COMES FROM EATING POWER?? THERE IS ONLY ONE KIND I WILL EAT, WALGREENS BRAND LAVANDER AND CALM, BABY POWER.. I NEED TO SEEK HELP, BUT WHEN I EAT IT, IT CLAIMS ME DOWN, GIVES ME A PEACE. IF I DONT HAVE IT, I FEEL LOST ALMOST. MY IRON IS SO LOW, I BELIEVE ITS BETWEER 7 AND 9.. I AM JUST SO MIX UP RIGHT NOW, I WILL KEEP YOU IN MY PRAYERS, AND LET ME KNOW IF YOU FIND OUT IF THIS CAN BE HARMFUL??

-- posted by elaine1977

» elaine1977 - You're not alone...

In response to You're not alone... posted by OilsDragon:

DO YOU KNOW IF THIS CAN CAUSE CANCER??? THE TYPE OF BABY POWER I EAT IS Chamomile AND Lavender IN IT.. THANKS

-- posted by elaine1977

» Victoria Anisman-Reiner - You're not alone...

In response to You're not alone... posted by elaine1977:

Hello Elaine,

Cancer is a big word and since the medical experts aren't completely sure yet what does or doesn't cause it, I'm certainly not qualified to make a guess.

I think you realize that the baby powder isn't the best thing for you. The Walgreens baby powder almost certainly contains artificial ingredients - since it's not intended to be used internally, there are no safety regulations on what can or can't be applied to this kind of product. The kind of "burning" skin reaction you describe sounds like a skin detox reaction to the poison you're ingesting from the powder. (That's not real lavender or chamomile, by the way: it's most likely a synthetic aroma.)

I would certainly recommend you find a holistic practitioner in your area who can help you to detoxify this reaction, and speak with your doctor and/or a counsellor who can help you with the addictive aspect of this problem.

A holistic practitioner will also be able to recommend foods or a supplement that can bring your iron levels up and take care of the psysiological aspect of your craving.

I believe that you can find help and that you have it in you to quit this harmful habit.

Blessings,
~Victoria

» elaine1977 - You're not alone...

In response to You're not alone... posted by OilsDragon:

Victoria, Thanks so much for your information!

-- posted by elaine1977