Fermenting Feed for Meat Birds

[LindaB220]

I'm glad I make you laugh Lacy.

LOL Laughter "is a good thing" as Martha would say.

Ya know, I was thinking this morning about putting my juvenile delinquent Aussie roo in a headlock and bringing him in for popcorn and a movie. Maybe he is acting out because he doesn't feel loved...? hahahaha "You eat this dang popcorn dang you!!! Stop biting me!!!!! (smack! smack!)"

...I wonder if they have chicken straight jackets...?

Yeah, you do that!!!

 

[Beekissed]

That description gave me such a visual that I laughed out loud! I can just see TW making that rooster eat popcorn...for his own good. (smack, smack!)

 

[RoseMarie1]

What a relief!!!

WOW I bet that WILL be a load off you! Congrats on having extra meat AND gettin' er done!
cough cough cough hack hack hack.

 

[Beekissed]

Your poor thing!! Are you still sick?

Wish I could take that from you, girl.

 

[RoseMarie1]

The preacher probably said, "Out of the mouths of babes". LOL Kids are so funny.

Mine is the constant sound of crickets! I absolutely hate it!!!!

LOL I bet it did bring the church down!!!!! LOL

 

[LindaB220]

Speaking of kefir, I just re-ordered some the other day and have started it back. One thing that I noticed particularly was the fact that after a couple of months drinking it my 66 yr old skin was like satin. (and no one to appreciate it

) Seriously, if there's one thing in the world to make you feel better it's kefir. I would blend it 1/2 c with part of a banana, or peach and a touch of honey and 2 ice cubes. Best shake ever. I pretty much burned out on kombucha. It's great also. Where yogurt has 7 or so strains of bacteria both the others have almost 50. Very good for the chicks too. Do a little research on both. Good stuff.

Edited: Regular milk works fine. Just not ultra processed.

 

[Lacy Blues]

Speaking of kefir, I just re-ordered some the other day and have started it back. One thing that I noticed particularly was the fact that after a couple of months drinking it my 66 yr old skin was like satin. (and no one to appreciate it

) Seriously, if there's one thing in the world to make you feel better it's kefir. I would blend it 1/2 c with part of a banana, or peach and a touch of honey and 2 ice cubes. Best shake ever. I pretty much burned out on kombucha. It's great also. Where yogurt has 7 or so strains of bacteria both the others have almost 50. Very good for the chicks too. Do a little research on both. Good stuff.

Where is a good place to order it? Whenever I get some money, I'll have to give it a try.

 

[Beekissed]

It just dawned on me how many of you ladies are experiencing tinnitus....that's quite a few in such a small group. I'm wondering if there is a common denominator? Anyone wonder about comparing notes and seeing if histories and lifestyles/work are similar and could cause this? And maybe if there is a way to halt this or reverse it? Sure would be interesting to see if a person could stop all that. That would be enough to drive me crazy!

I'm sure you all have seen all the info regarding that problem, but maybe you could see something on these lists that you all have in common that could have caused it and maybe then could be stopped or reversed. I hate the thought of y'all having that sound in your head all the time.

Quote: A variety of other conditions and illnesses can lead to tinnitus, including:

• Blockages of the ear due to a buildup of wax, an ear infection, or rarely, a benign tumor of the nerve that allows us to hear (auditory nerve)
• Certain drugs -- most notably aspirin, several types of antibiotics, anti-inflammatories, sedatives, and antidepressants, as well as quinine medications; tinnitus is cited as a potential side effect for about 200 prescription and nonprescription drugs.
• The natural aging process, which can cause deterioration of the cochlea or other parts of the ear
• Meniere's disease, which affects the inner part of the ear
• Otosclerosis, a disease that results in stiffening of the small bones in the middle ear
• Other medical conditions such as high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease, circulatory problems, anemia, allergies, an underactive thyroid gland, and diabetes
• Neck or jaw problems, such as temporomandibular joint (TMJ) syndrome
• Injuries to the head and neck

Tinnitus can worsen in some people if they drink alcohol, smoke cigarettes, drink caffeinated beverages, or eat certain foods. For reasons not yet entirely clear to researchers, stress and fatigue seem to worsen tinnitus.

http://www.wikihow.com/Reduce-Tinnitus-Naturally

Quote: Prescription drugs — even OTC drugs — are a major culprit. The primary offenders are aspartame (NutraSweet), aspirin, steroids, anti-depressants, anti-anxiety medications, antihistamines, anti-seizure drugs, antibiotics (especially cephalosporins) and pain killers. If drug initiation corresponds with onset of tinnitus — bingo! Avoid the drug.

Some tinnitus is due to circulatory problems, including low blood volume. Make sure you are not anemic, especially if also being tired, pale and having heavy menses. With that symptom picture you could also be hypothyroid. Make sure you don’t have high blood pressure, which often goes undetected without periodic check-ups.

Is your cholesterol or triglyceride level too high? Do you have food allergies? Are you diabetic? Do you have an ear infection? Do you suffer from “TMJ” (temporomandibular joint dysfunction syndrome)? There may be a structural problem. Have you had a head injury? Is your eardrum perforated? Have the tiny bones behind the eardrum fused (otosclerosis)? Is there a cyst (cholesteatoma) anywhere in the ear or canal? Do you use nicotine or caffeine?

And, last but not least, do you now or have you ever listened to loud music? - See more at: http://dremilykane.com/2002/05/10/top-five-remedies-for-tinnitus/#sthash.43ZkpfCu.dpuf

 

[armorfirelady]

I have tinnitus & can tell you what exactly made me have it. I had major cervical surgery & got a complimentary staph infection from the OR. after a 2nd surgery 3 weeks later to clean out the infected area I was on IV antibiotics for over 3 months to battle the infection. Ever since that prolonged time on antibiotics I've had horrible stomach problems and tinnitus. I can't get my gut back to normal no matter what I have tried and the tinnitus is here to stay says the dr. I also have the tv and fan on at bedtime to drown out the constant ringing in my ears.

Chicken related I made a feed station for the hens today since it was a balmy 41 degrees. I really wanted the water & feed out of the coop. It was always had some DL in it and the coop didn't need any more humidity in it since the wacky wx we have been having includes higher humidity then normal.

I had to put some DL in there since the hens don't like walking on the plastic floor but not enough room or DL for them to kick up into the bowls

 

[BCMaraniac]

I have tinnitus & can tell you what exactly made me have it. I had major cervical surgery & got a complimentary staph infection from the OR. after a 2nd surgery 3 weeks later to clean out the infected area I was on IV antibiotics for over 3 months to battle the infection. Ever since that prolonged time on antibiotics I've had horrible stomach problems and tinnitus. I can't get my gut back to normal no matter what I have tried and the tinnitus is here to stay says the dr. I also have the tv and fan on at bedtime to drown out the constant ringing in my ears.

Chicken related I made a feed station for the hens today since it was a balmy 41 degrees. I really wanted the water & feed out of the coop. It was always had some DL in it and the coop didn't need any more humidity in it since the wacky wx we have been having includes higher humidity then normal.


I had to put some DL in there since the hens don't like walking on the plastic floor but not enough room or DL for them to kick up into the bowls

How long ago was your surgery.....any idea what antibiotic you were on?