SURVIVING THE DUAL ISOTOPE STRESS TEST on treadmill was a challenge for me. PAUSE. Very hard for me. I made it through the test without stopping. I got light headed, but I made it. Heart rate was up over 137 beats per minute and blood pressure was 221 over 90 something. I have not been sore from the fast walking! Which amazes me. I really thought I would be sore.
The test was on the first day of AUTUMN and the resting test the next day. I was relieved when this was over. So relieved. I felt like a pin cushion on Tuesday when the technician tried 4 times to get the needle in my left arm with no success then the nurse tried three times on the right arm before it took. On the REST TEST, the techie managed to get it in on the first try. Praise the Lord.
Early Thursday, we journeyed over to TOPEKA to have labs done in preparation for our yearly Thyroid appointment. Sonograms were scheduled for in the early afternoon and this is when we both had a SENIOR MOMENT.
After the labs, we went to eat at FIRST WATCH. We'd been fasting. We had a nice hardy breakfast/lunch. Stopped by Dutch Brother's for our iced green tea. Cheaper than Starbucks. We went to God's Storehouse. Went to SAMS. Bought a gorgeous lavender colored mum. Shopped a bit then went to Menards to look for a dehumidifier. Found a great one for a decent price. Enjoyed looking at CHRISTMAS LIGHTS and decor, etc. THIS IS WHEN OUR SENIOR MOMENT happened.
As I sat behind the steering wheel to leave, I looked at the car clock reading that it was 2:30. It felt off. I asked my husband what were we suppose to do this afternoon? He realized that we had missed our scheduled sonograms at 1:30. I was stunned that I had overlooked this and had forgotten that we had an appointment. Completely ZONED out. Hubby and I both FORGOT!
He called to explain and to reschedule new appointments. It'll be two months before we can get in! Two months. Which also means we have to reschedule our October Thyroid Follow-up appointments that we have been waiting for a year.
I was stunned that we had FORGOTTEN our sonograms. In all of my 71 years, I have NEVER forgotten a medical appointment. NEVAH. I suppose one forgotten appointment in 71 years is super good.
We both couldn't believe that we had forgotten. THIS IS A BIG OOPS. A big one. This will give us fodder to talk about in years to come. Remember the time when we forgot our appointments? I was slightly embarrassed and slightly stunned.
So much for a SENIOR MOMENT. Funny, but not.
Read the STRESS TEST report in my HEALTH PORTAL and will have my doctor go over this with me probably next week. It said that I did pretty good for my age. There's some things I need explained to me though.
I think that I have way too much on my mind as of late. Too much. Six medical appointments in one week is too much for me to try to keep track of. Having a calendar is a must, but I have to remember the dates when they come, right? Right!
I am a SENIOR for sure. I am ELDERLY. That one is still soaking in.
POTASSIUM.
When having high blood pressure and high blood sugar levels and I do, one should consider taking POTASSIUM. 4700mg of Potassium. I will go to town this week-end and get some Potassium and Vitamin K2(MK-7) to take with my high dose of Vitamin D3. K2 and D3 go together like peas and carrots.
So that there isn't too much calcium left in the blood stream, the K2 helps direct the D3 from the arteries so you don't have calcium build up in the arteries and goes into the bones. Does that make sense? Too much calcium in the arteries causes other health issues with the heart.
🩸Whenever there is high blood pressure, it would pay to check the Potassium levels and make sure there's not a deficiency before sticking someone on Blood Pressure MEDS.
KNOW if you have vitamin, mineral and electrolyte deficiencies before going on medications!!!
I'm older now and have been around the block a few times. It's a gut reaction I have.
I have LOW Vitamin D and Vitamin B12. Keeping tabs on these by going to QUEST DIAGNOSTICS.
Deficiencies in Vitamin D is so very unhealthy. I've been fighting deficiencies for years and I know I would be healthier if my numbers were around 60 instead of 30 something. Having deficiencies in D and B12 are very common when you do not have a thyroid. The older we get, the easier it is to have a deficiency in these two vitamins.
Off to the store to get some Vitamin K2 (MK-7) to take with my Vitamin D3. When I was on a lower dose of D3, it had K2 within it, but I have gone to a stronger dose of D3 IN HOPES of getting within a better range QUICKER. I may visit with my doc about taking vitamin D3 injections that are Methylcobalamin as well as switching B12 injections to this. The type of B12 injection I get right now are synthetic. The synthetic is cheaper than Methylcobalamin, but the synthetic Vitamin B12 is Cyanocobalamin. This is cyanide.
CYANOCOBALAMIN. Ummm...I don't think cyanide of any amount is healthy for you.
I CHECKED AI and this is what it said about Vitamin D deficiencies:
Vitamin D deficiency can contribute to forgetfulness and cognitive decline by affecting brain function and memory processes.
How Vitamin D Affects Memory
Vitamin D is not only essential for bone health but also plays a critical role in brain function. It acts like a hormone in the brain, regulating neurotransmitters, controlling inflammation, and providing neuroprotection to neurons, which are vital for memory and learning . Low vitamin D levels can disrupt these processes, leading to brain fog, difficulty concentrating, and forgetfulness .
Evidence Linking Deficiency to Cognitive Issues
Research shows that individuals with vitamin D levels below 20 ng/mL are more likely to experience slower processing speed, short-term memory problems, and cognitive decline . For example, adults with a serum 25-hydroxy-vitamin D level of 15 ng/mL were found to have memory scores that dropped significantly, with increased difficulty recalling recent conversations and more frequent “tip-of-the-tongue” episodes . Studies also suggest that correcting vitamin D deficiency can improve memory and cognitive performance within 8–12 weeks, provided other factors like B12 deficiency or sleep issues are addressed .
Symptoms of Vitamin D-Related Cognitive Impairment
- Forgetfulness and short-term memory lapses
- Brain fog and sluggish thinking
- Difficulty concentrating or multitasking
- Mood swings and fatigue
How to Address Vitamin D Deficiency
- Sunlight exposure: 10–30 minutes daily to stimulate natural vitamin D production
- Dietary sources: Fatty fish, egg yolks, fortified dairy, and cereals
- Supplements: Vitamin D3 supplements, often 2,000–5,000 IU daily under medical supervision
Maintaining adequate vitamin D levels supports neuroplasticity, healthy nerve cell communication, and overall cognitive function, helping reduce forgetfulness and improve mental clarity .
In conclusion, vitamin D deficiency can indeed cause forgetfulness, and ensuring sufficient intake through sunlight, diet, or supplementation is important for preserving memory and cognitive health.
