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myo inositol vs d chiro inositol - ALL LADIES PLEASE READ!!
Hey girls!! Please take a look at the links I have provided. I have recently started researching about inositol and the effects it has on women with PCOS and the benefits of this supplement are amazing and I have been on soulcysters threads and alot of women have been having success with this supplement. As from what I am…
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You may be more fertile than you think as you get older.
Surprising but good news: I'm 6 weeks pregnant, and I'm 40. It's a happy surprise for my husband and me, but was completely unplanned and we were not trying. Upon investigating this strange miracle, I uncovered some interesting info: some new studies suggest that PCOS women are actually more fertile than their peers as…
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I Might Have PCOS? Maybe? Advice Would Be Nice. :)
Hello! I have never posted here before, so hi! I am 25, and after doing some research, it seems like I maybe have some of the symptoms for PCOS, but definitely not all (or even most), and I'm kind of wondering if I am just mentally psyching myself out. I was thinking of bringing it up to my doctor, but I don't want her to…
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Weight gain/water retention
Anyone else have a significant weight gain around/during ovulation?? This is so frustrating!! I'm sure it's only water retention, I would just like to know if anyone else goes through the same. I'm trying not to let it get me frustrated but it's so hard not too!!
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Eating LC, on Metformin, and not insulin resistant??
I was diagnosed with PCOS in Nov. of last year and was prescribed Met even though my IR came back "good." After 4 months of taking the Met and seeing no results with my weight, acne, or exhaustion, I've finally come to accept that I need to eat low carb in order to see any changes. So my question is this: Does is really…
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Vegetarian keto?
I want to try keto to see if it helps with my pcos. Did a blood test and waiting for results to get advice from my doctor. Wanted to know if there is anyone else doing keto vegetarian style? I need help and feel like I'm only gonna eat eggs and oil which I don't like that much.
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Doctor didn't listen to me at all...
Hello ladies! I apologize in advance for this very long post. I'm very frustrated at the moment and this will probably devolve a bit into a rant. A little bit of history: I have had messed up periods forever, since my first one. Heavy bleeding for 6-7 days and irregular timing. Long stretches with nothing at all, then when…
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whey protein, insulin spikes, confused!
Hi everyone, Thank you for accepting me into this group! I can already tell its going to be a huge help for me! I was wondering what everyones thoughts were on whey protein powder, I am trying to eat much more protein at the moment, but was struggling to reach my macros with just chicken and fish and eggs so I have bought…
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Treating PCOS with Keto?
I've heard some women have success with hormone regulation and taming PCOS syptoms with the Keto diet, have any of you experienced this? I've been keto for a little over a week and am just wondering what to expect in regards to my PCOS. Thanks on advance!
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TTC with PCOS...what to do??
Hi I apparently have PCOS. I have all the symptoms.. my journey pretty much started off right after I had my 2nd child in July 2014. After I had her I was having a hard time stopping the bleeding. My spouse and I didn't want to get on birth control because we didn't really believe in it. But after months of continued…
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Provera
Ok, so my OB gave me a prescription to induce since I haven't had a cycle in a few months (I stopped taking birth control and was regular then). Currently I am hating life. It isn't a heavy cycle, which is a bit odd since I haven't for awhile, but maybe it's just getting started (yesterday I started my cycle), I don't…
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Accountability partner wanted
Hello all! New here. I'm 41yrs old and was diagnosed with PCOS when I was in my 20s. I need to lose about 80lbs. Looking for friends to support and encourage. Thanks!
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Melatonin can cause high blood sugar
Just wanted to pass this along since many of us are keeping an eye on our blood sugar due to the increased risk of diabetes: http://blog.dansplan.com/research-reveals-an-odd-connection-between-melatonin-and-type-2-diabetes/
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Any Low Carb/ High Fat PCOS Cysters Out there?
So, I'm making my grand re-entrance back on to MyFitnessPal; we needed a little break! I am now back full force and wondering if any of my fellow Cysters are doing Low Carb/ High Fat? Typically I strive to stay between 20-40 Net Carbs a day and am working to get into Ketosis. I don't focus on the Calorie Amount as much and…
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Ways to increase progesterone
I know a lot of us struggle with low progesterone/estrogen dominance. It's difficult to treat, especially if you opt not to supplement with progesterone. Here's some great information with cited studies that may help:…
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A carrot a day keeps the dr away (and your hormones balanced)
Bottom line for the busy: there is a unique soluble fiber in raw carrots that absorbs excess estrogen in your system and stops estrogen dominance. Rx: 1-2 medium raw carrots (not baby) per day My dr has been on me for years about being estrogen dominant, but I was reluctant to take hormone therapy. I scoured the internet…
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New to Group
Hi Everyone, I am new to this group. I was diagnosed with PCOS 12 years ago. I was able to have a little boy almost 10 years ago now. We tried for a second but was unsuccessful. We are grateful for the little guy we have. He is our world. I have struggled with my weight for many many years and have been unsuccessful with…
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Frustrating Hormonal Storm and Cascading System Failure - From taking BCP?
http://www.amymyersmd.com/2015/12/birth-control-pills/ I was researching to see if I could find any record anywhere of what expected hormone levels would be with continuous BCP... I ran across this article. And it has me SOOOO frustrated now. Nearly every issue I've suffered in the last 4-5 years can be tracked back to…
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Diagnosed today after ultrasound, feeling a bit lost
Hi, so I didn't actually expect to be diagnosed with PCOS I was expecting this to be eliminated in the search for my acne root cause even though I have some symptoms but now I've been told I have PCOS (or at least according to ultrasound waiting on my blood test) I'm kind of lost and trying to find some info or if anyone…
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Progesterone and LH levels?
@Dragonwolf, @KnitOrMiss or anyone else who's knowledgeable about these things, I'd love a second opinion on my lab work. ;) Last week I saw my gyn for my long-overdue "annual." Told him I suspected low progesterone (besides having PCOS, I've been having 5 days of spotting before every cycle, I had an early m/c about 3…
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How many calories are you eating?
I'm trying to stick to 1500/day but I am so ravenously hungry at the end of the day I go blow my budget just so I can sleep. I'm hungry and miserable and foggy all day. My body is happy at 2000-2500 but of course that makes the scale start creeping up when in fact I'm trying to lose the last few stubborn pounds. Been on…
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Cardiovascular risk lean PCOS
Hi ladies, I subscribe to several PCOS sites and received an email today that I wanted to share: "Are you one of the lucky ones who doesn’t have to worry about your weight? If you’re on the lean side, you avoid many of the health problems suffered by your heavier comrades. But a possible exception is risk for developing…
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Hello
I started normal low carb on January 7th with an average of 6hrs cardio st the gym. I'd only lost 6lbs. Started keto last Sunday and down 4lbs. I'm really struggling with the fats that make me a bit queasy. I'm 207 and target is 250 by end of June. I'm also combining the 5:2 and 16:8 IF. All the best.
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Looking for some accountability pcos buddies!
Looking for some pcos MFP friends on here for group encouragement and accountability!
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PCOS and me
Hi everyone, I have been dealing with PCOS since I was 14 (so approximately for 10 years). I did great in keeping my body in check when I was in high school, but once I graduated, everything changed and I don't know where to go from here. I have been overweight for 5 years now and need to get healthy again. What types of…
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PCOS and Vegetarian?
Hi there - I'm new to these boards and this group. I have been using Fitday for about 8 years to track calories and exercise, but this site has a far larger food database so I think I'm switching for good! :-) Anyway - I was diagnosed with PCOS about 11 years ago. Right around the time that my weight gain began. I have…
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Anyone tried Nizoral shampoo for hair loss...?
My hair has been falling out pretty steadily for about two years. It's getting really thin, but fortunately I've gotten on some medication that should help it. I've heard that there can be residual DHT that actually rests on the scalp, and that Nizoral anti-dandruff shampoo can get rid of it. Has anyone tried this? Also,…
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Is there anyone on here not doing full out low carb?
So as the title suggests I'm wondering if anyone on here is not doing full out low carb. I'm trying to find a balance right now as I'm also noticing in dealing with sickness and foods that seem to not be agreeing with me...like beef or cheese. Would love to hear your thoughts. Becca
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electrolysis time
Made my first appt. on friday to go get my hormone induced mini goatee on the road to permanent obliteration. Does anyone have any tips or stories with this procedure? It doesn't seem like it will be a waste of money and I do understand I'll have to go back several times to get all of the follicles. Haven't seen much…
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How many grams of carbs do you eat?
Whether you are doing low carb or moderate can you post how much you are eating? For those doing low carb do you have any issues with energy, are you able to exercise ?
