Hi, Angel! Thank you so much for sharing your story. Wow! You must be a busy lady!!! Blessings to you!

Hi, Joanna. Great to meet you. I understand the frustration of those not grasping what you are up against. I was diagnosed at age 30 (I am currently 43) but, at the time, my gynecologist diagnosed me, but put me on the pill and told me it was nothing to worry about.

However, through the years, I've moved through various stages of feeling helpless and frustrated to empowered and hopeful. I have also come to realize that, regardless of my challenges, my weight, or how I look, I am loved by God just as I am! That realization has been freeing. Ironically, realizing I am accepted and loved by Him just as I am has helped me finally move toward improving.

I am on Metformin, have been exercising 2-3 times per week, and have been tracking all of my calories. To reach my ideal body weight, I have another 113 lbs to go--which can seem a bit daunting. BUT, I am very grateful to God for the 60 lbs. I have been able to lose thus far!

Blessings,
Kristina

SSnyder,
I can certainly understand why you would be frustrated. It honestly sounds as if you are doing all the right things. My one question re: taking the Metformin and it not helping is: Were you doing all that you are doing now when you were on it? The reason I ask is that I was on Metformin previously, also, with no results (as far as weight loss). However, at that time, I was sort of watching what I ate and wasn't working out. I have also done the watching what I eat and exercising with no Metformin and have had no results. This time, I am doing it all at the same time and I have finally been able to lose weight.

I also am wondering if, even though you are small, if you might still be doing too few calories on a regular basis. I am a much larger girl than you, so my calories would not be the same, but I have alternated them periodically. I started at 2400 and am now consistently at 1900. However, when I have had "lulls", I also have varied that both up and down. When I vary up, I allow myself 2100 for 2 days or so and then drop it back down. When I vary down, I go down to 1600 for 1-2 days and then back up. I tried doing 1500 calories consistently and, when I did, I was both consistently hungry and consistently not losing weight.

I have also had more luck when I up both my fiber intake and my water intake. This is particularly important for me during and just after my menses, for some reason.

I have also been taking B12 (100mcg) and D3 (1000 mg) per day. The B12 can help with energy metabolism and can run low in people with PCOS and D3 has helped me metabolize the extra calcium that we tend to have, as well as helping with my mood during the winter months when things are so dark all the time (we normally get D3 from the sun). Not sure if this is good for everyone, but thought I'd share because it's working for me.

I am losing some weight, but have a very long way to go. But, I have chosen to focus on two things (1) I am a treasured child of the Most High God. He loves me no matter what and has a purpose for my life and (2) Being healthy even if that means I am never thin.

Since beginning this journey, I have currently lost 65 lbs. If I were able to reach my goal weight, I have another 110 lbs to go. I am going to continue to do the best I can, but am also choosing to focus on the fact that I AM healthier than I was 65 lbs ago! In fact, my A1c is almost normal and my blood pressure, fasting glucose, triglicerides, and cholesterol have all normalized!

Blessings to you!
Kristina

Hi, Amanda!

So glad you are here! I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your baby. I have not personally had to walk through that, but my cousin and his wife have been through that several times and it is so hard.

I am proud of you for seeking to lose weight to try and make this dream happen for your family. Please let me know how I can be praying. I have been walking this PCOS path for 13 years now (since diagnosis) and, while far from an expert, am happy to share anything I have learned that might be able to be helpful!

Blessings to you!
Kristina

Hi, Sue!

I'm so glad you are here! I have struggled in the past (a great deal) with depression related to my PCOS. I currently am doing fairly well with that (grateful), but want you to know that the moodiness is DEFINITELY related. I still struggle with tearfulness which alternates with irritability and bouts of laughter when I am pre-mestrual. That probably wouldn't be so bad if I KNEW when I was actually pre-menstrual...unfortunately, the mood issue is usually my main indicator! Lol!

I have struggles with hair growth on my face and chin, hair loss from my head, irregular periods, obesity, etc. I am almost 44 years old and was not diagnosed until I was 30. But, I can honestly say that right now, I feel the best I have in years. I began to make slow steps in the right direction and God has honored that and has helped me make some of the bigger changes--like exercising regularly, drinking lots of water, eating more nutritious foods, and just plain focusing on food less. I am grateful and definitely have to lean into Him many times a day to stay on that track!

I also take Metformin, a Vitamin B12 (B vitamin depletion can occur with PCOS), a D3 (this has also helped my mood--especially in the dark, cold winter months when I don't get the same amount of sunshine), and a baby aspirin daily.

I am glad you are here. God loves you just the way you are--and will also be behind any change that you are able to make. Please let us know here if we can be of support to you in your journey!

Blessings,
Kristina

Hi, Singer girl! Nice to have you here! It sounds as if you have a rather interesting life and I can relate to the fact that, while great, that can sometimes make things difficult in regard to the PCOS. Where are you living? Do you mind sharing your name (If so, I understand). Feel free to friend me if you like! Blessings.