Information and opinions on health from Natgirl at HealthCentral.com. HealthCentral.com is one of the top health destinations on the Web, with more than 35 condition-specific, wellness and general health Web properties. http://www.healthcentral.com/profiles/c/983039/index http://www.healthcentral.com/profiles/c/983039/rss self application/xml en-us 15 120 19 http://www.healthcentral.com/images/hc_logo_sm.gif http://www.healthcentral.com/profiles/c/983039/index http://www.healthcentral.com/bipolar/c/983039/145661/experiencing Tue, 18 Oct 2011 01:21:36 -0400 Natgirl I am not a big fan of perscriptrion medication.  I grew up in a family that very strongly believes in natural remedies.  When I was first diagnosed bi polar I refused to take medicine.  As a bi-polar teenager I also refused to take care of myself in other ways that I knew were necessary.  I am now 25 and for the last 2 years I have had pretty good control over my disorder.  I take fish oil, try to eat well, excercise... http://www.healthcentral.com/bipolar/c/983039/145661/experiencing