Scarleteen

Hello
(I'm not sure this topic belongs in this forum, but I figured its about my body so I hope its okay..? feel free to move )
So, since the last time I was round here, I've decided to make some changes. the first one being to start really focusing on myself, and forget about dating for the moment. its been a pretty tough year, so I really need to focus on getting myself better!!

Firstly, I've started to look into person to person counselling for my anxiety, I would like to start in the new year if possible. its one of my new years resolutions I've decided 2015 is going to be about ME!! I was thinking about this the other day, and realised this is the first time in my adult life I'm single. when I got into my long term relationship that ended earlier this year, I was only 17, very young, and I spent my whole relationship helping the other person find who they were I guess I forgot about finding out who I was, when, really, at 17, I should have been finding out who I was.

Secondly, I think my immune system is pretty low at the moment, I seem to have caught a funny skin infection ( I've been to the Dr, who said just use E45 and ride it out, but I've been pretty distressed and upset the past few weeks since my break up and I was talking to my sister who said someone at her workplace had a similar condition, but it was because her immune system was low. She recommended to my sister Echinacea and vitamin C supplements to boost it, as well as eating me healthily of course.

I have a few questions; firstly, is Echinacea safe to use with the contraceptive implant? are there any immune-boosting supplements I should avoid because of the implant?
Secondly, has anyone got any other suggestions for boosting my immune system and general wellbeing?

I'm not aware of any issues with echinacea and the implant, but your doctor will be the best person to consult about any interactions with your implant, and nutrition/health issues as well. If you aren't happy with the conversation you had with your current doctor, you could try getting a referral to someone else, or consulting with a nutritionist. Things like supplements tend to be pretty variable in terms of how well they work for different people; what works for one person might not be a great fit for you.

But in general, basic things like getting enough sleep, drinking plenty of water, and getting at least some exercise regularly (this doesn't have to be high-impact, even taking short walks is nice) are a good foundation for health and self-care.