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Originally Posted by MsSchadenfreude
I only was on Abilify for a short while... My pdoc has suggested that maybe I should try a low dose of zyprexa. He suggests that because my father has been on that for many years, and does very well with it. He has schizoaffective.
I just really don't want to take any antipsychotics. My dad has had much more severe illness than I have.
You should try a med, especially if you think you need it to help with your symptoms. There are sites that talk about bipolar diet, or maybe it's called the serotonin diet? Staying active and eating well can prevent weight problems.
My father doesn't have a weight issue after taking zyprexa for many years now. He is very obsessed with health though, so that could be a great help.
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Yeah, I try not to eat a ton while on AP's. I'm pretty sedentary nowadays since I'm no longer living in downtown Boston (and therefore not walking a few mile's worth everyday). I'm just afraid of having my metabolism killed, because sometimes it's more than just diet, but also metabolism! (Obviously it depends on the person, but I'm just expressing my concerns about possibilities.) I'm also scared as f*** with the bear sightings here, so I don't want to walk outside anymore.
Maybe the winter will be different because of animal hibernation. lol.
Glad that your dad doesn't have weight gain, though.