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1 week challenge
I was thinking ladies together we could take part in a one week challenge. Whether it be you don't weigh yourself for a week or you weigh yourself every day of the week. Drink 8 glasses of water a day or stay away from the coffee for a week. Do 10 star jumps a day or 10 sit ups a day. We can have a group challenge together…
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Ceylon Cinnamon Capsules
Hi, I am new to the group and I too struggle with losing weight. I am looking for a natural substance that will help. I have been placed on Metformin but it makes me so sick I really can't stand to take it. Has anyone tried Ceylon Cinnamon or heard anything about it?
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I'm ready to kick Pcos *kitten*!
My name is Lauren. I found out I had pcos when I was 16. I've been fighting this disease for 7 years. I've been overweight my whole life and I'm just tired of being this way. I would like to have kids someday and I would like to be able to conceive naturally. I have irregular periods and am lucky if I have 3 a year. I…
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Where/how do I start?
I haven't been officially diagnosed yet as waiting for appointment. But I have many symptoms. My periods are monthly but very short and very light yet very painful! I have pain with most ovulation though sometimes I don't think I ovulate. I have the excess weight, swollen tummy, excess hair all over my body :( I have tons…
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New to Group and question re: pcos success
I am 35 yo mom to a 13 year old - this is also how long ago I was dx with pcos. also have the fatty liver, fibro, and insulin resistance with hypoglycemia. since I started here in September I have seen many positive changes (dark patches are going away on neck and arms - a1c down from 6.1 to 5.7, weight is down, blood…
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The 10% lost thing...do you buy into it?
All, *I posted this on a few other PCOS/TTC sites, not sure how many people are on each. My apologies for the repeat. Reading all these things on PCOS, PCOS diets, PCOS handbooks...etc. I find in all of them they eventually talk about how to self-regulate your hormones. More specifically, getting a regular cycle again. So…
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Hi, I'm new to the Boards - introducing myself :)
Hello, I'm a PCOS lady with a mission! After years of battling the wrong way, a month ago I finally joined the gym. I was doing great until today & I realized I needed to reach out further & find support with others that know this battle all too well. My basics: I was a 20 yr old 5'4", 105 lb active young lady when I woke…
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Medication
Hello ladies. I've been put on metformin 1500g a day (3x500g). I find taking the 3 makes me feel sick, so I'm just having 2. Do you have any tips to stop the sickness if you take the 3 or would 2 be best? If you have any advise please help! Thanks :flowerforyou:
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PCOS DIETS
Has anyone found a diet plan specifically for "us"? I've heard we need to be eating raw veggies and stay away from dairy but I haven't researched either one yet.
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Exercise
I was wondering if anyone had any tips to share. I work out Monday, Wednesday - Friday Monday: Aerobics, abdominals, pump (Davina DVD) Wednesday: Zumba Thursday: Aerobics, abdominals, pump, boxing (Davina DVD) Friday: 20 minute walk, 10 minute jog Monday - Friday: 50 minutes walking (travelling to and from work) So what's…
