PCOS

I am also doing a low carb diet and have read in various places on the internet that you sometimes will lose inches instead of lbs especially with low carb diets...but as long as your getting smaller thats all that matters. Good luck to you

I have PCOS, though I'm not on any medication for the insulin resistance. I take Yasmin birth control daily to receive the hormones needed to prevent the cysts from forming. I check in with my doctor about twice a year regarding this issue, and if necessary, an endocrinologist. Both have said though that as long as I stick to a regimented diet and exercise program, my insulin levels should be fine. Of course, everyone's prognosis is different because of the varying levels of hormones in people's bodies, but I've found that making diet and exercise a hugely important part of my recovery. If you make those two things priorities, you should be able to maintain a healthy weight and a healthy body!

I have PCOS, though I'm not on any medication for the insulin resistance. I take Yasmin birth control daily to receive the hormones needed to prevent the cysts from forming. I check in with my doctor about twice a year regarding this issue, and if necessary, an endocrinologist. Both have said though that as long as I stick to a regimented diet and exercise program, my insulin levels should be fine. Of course, everyone's prognosis is different because of the varying levels of hormones in people's bodies, but I've found that making diet and exercise a hugely important part of my recovery. If you make those two things priorities, you should be able to maintain a healthy weight and a healthy body!

very true....my symptoms have been getting better for the last 6 months without the medication just from exercise alone. wanted to try the meds too though to see if it would help even more

I was diagnosed with PCOS many years ago and have battled with the symptoms as long as I can remember. About 9 months ago I realized that I needed to do something drastic about my lifestyle or else... The only way for PCOSers to feel good and get healthy is to take metformin, exercise, AND eat a well-balanced diet. It will take awhile for your body to get used to this new lifestyle so be patient. It's also about the combination of all three of these things - doing 2 out of three won't cut it. If you need some additional support or menu ideas you can friend request me and look at my food diary. I may not always eat or drink the healthiest things but it works for me. I honestly can't remember when I've felt this alive. Sure, I struggle with the scale and wonder why I can't lose more/quicker. I try and remind myself that it took years and years for me to get unhealthy and that it's going to take some time to get where I want to be. Good luck!

I also have PCOS. I was diagnosed with it about 2 years ago, however was never put on metaformin. I eat healthy, only whole grains, and try and get in as much exercise as possible (I do have two children so it is not always possible). Feel free to friend me if you need extra support.