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Keto and PCOS?
If you eat keto, how has it affected your cycle? I thought mine got more regular on a previous moderately low carb diet, but on keto it's been wacky. Four or five days after I started keto, my cycle started even though it had only been 26 days (mine are usually more like 31-34 days but sometimes much longer). Then this…
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What's Working (Or Not Working) For You?
Hi! I'm pretty new to the group, and was wondering what fellow PCOS'ers have been doing to see success? (And if this has already been discussed, then I'll happily follow a link!) I'm finding it extremely difficult to lose weight (and this week I didn't do myself any favours by eating Chinese food two nights in a row...),…
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PCOS pals :)
Hi guys, I'm new to this group and would love to add some friends who're also dealing with PCOS. I was diagnosed at 24 and my weight has fluctuated like crazy over the past 5 years. I'd really like to make (and stick to) some lifestyle changes this time around. A little about me: I'm 29, in grad school, and I have a cute…
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Infertility + Friendship!!
Hey everyone!! I'm new to this group and looking to befriend more people who are currently experiencing infertility. I would love to feel less alone on this (lets be real) challenging journey. =) So please feel free to add me!!
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Has anyone tried...
Spearmint tea? I have PCOS and have read a ton about spearmint benefits for PCOS. I have been drinking 2 cups a day for a bout a week and I have noticed changes! The hairs that grew on my chin are almost all cleared up! I have to search for them now. My acne has cleared up so much too. I have read that it reduces free…
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Pain relief
I get terrible cramps. I'm not sure if it's at all related to the PCOS, or if it's because of my adenomyosis. Either way, I am in need of ideas for pain relief. My doctor stopped prescribing my pain meds (I was on 7.5mg of hydrocodone) and I'm not very happy about it. Because I have Mirena (removing it is not an option…
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Interesting Article
"Boron may balance levels of sex hormones similar to the action of maca root powder. Maca acts on the pituitary gland not only to increase but also to balance our sex hormones and seems to stimulate our own progesterone production as needed." http://www.health-science-spirit.com/borax.htm The original article that lead me…
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Newbie kinda
Not new to the website, but this is a new account :) I would love to make some friends on here that also have PCOS
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Fat for the win! (a novella ;) )
Some of you might remember me posting about how I struggled ever since starting a new MS med with eating lower carb. The new med caused a lot of GI issues and my stomach could only be settled by eating moderate carbs, not low carbs, especially with my breakfast dose. I tried LCHF for a while but it was pretty moderate; the…
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Micronutrients?
So, I've learned a bit about macronutrients and have lowered my carbs because of PCOS, but I have no idea what to set my micronutrients at for my daily 'plan'. Should I just stick with what my fitness pal estimated for me?
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New research shows link between PCOS and mental health
Past research has suggested that women with polycystic ovary syndrome are at greater risk for mental health problems, such as anxiety and depression. Now, a new study suggests this may be due to hormonal imbalances before birth that affect the brain. http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/301822.php
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moisturiser
Just wanted to ask you all for which moisture to use that is pcos friendly? How do you moisturise your skin?
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Hair loss
Hi everyone, In general don't have a hair loss problem with PCOS. I have now lost about 20 lbs since July and lately I noticed more hair shedding when showering than usual. Is something missing in my diet? Protein maybe? Can someone shed some light? TIA!
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Annual coming on December 24
I have a new doctor (mine quit a few months ago), so it's a clean slate. They have my records and everything, but I really want to fill this doctor in and get off on a good foot! I know I want to have my hormone levels tested and I want to switch to constant BCP to stop my periods (for a few reasons). I'm finished having…
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Low Carb Group
This is a great Low Carb group: Low Carber Daily Forum....The LCD Group
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Terrible acne after a week on insulite?
Hi, I am on metformin and dianette, and need to come off these in the next few months as will start TTC. I decided to do 6 months on insulite and then try and come of the my meds. I wasn't expecting any dramatic changes at this stage (especially as I haven't yet got a proper handle on my diet and exercise) but didn't think…
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massage
Does oil massage on body penetrates deep into your skin and make you gain weight? In other words do I have to take that into consideration while calculating my FAT MACROS?
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Victoza?
Anyone here taking Victoza? I went to a new doctor yesterday and she was quick to prescribe this drug.
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I'd love some weight loss help.
I apologize in advance that this is long; providing some history. Ihave done way too much yoyo-ing weight-wise in my adult life within a 30-lb range. In the past, I did a variety of things that worked (the Zone Diet, Weight Watchers, etc.) I've done MFP off and on but honestly, I've never had long-term success with…
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When Metformin backfires
So, I've been on and off Metformin for five or six years, now. The longest stint was a little over a year. I've used both the regular and extended release, and it's nearly always been a high dose (because that's the only time it's been effective). This last time seems to have been the last straw, though. Although it worked…
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Podcasts
I really love Podcasts and Blogs. One of my favorites is Primal Potential. She has PCOS and lost a lot of weight and now wants to help woman with PCOS. I also like one called Half Size Me! I listen to them on my Iphone but you can listen to them online also. :smile: http://primalpotential.com/…
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Would like some reassurance :)
Hi ladies, I am a long time stalker of this group, and although I do not have a PCOS diagnosis, I 100% believe I have it. Doctors always ignore me because my periods are very regular, but I don't believe I am ovulating, so who the hell knows what is going on. For just under a month I have been following a low carb diet…
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Advice would be much appreciated!
Hello fellow PCOS ladies! I have a issue I hope someone can shed some light on for me. So I was diagnosed 5 years ago with PCOS with no IR and no confirmed cysts, they put me on bcp and sent me on my way. Between the bcp making me hungry and dealing with a stressful time, I gained about 30 lbs. I was already heavy to…
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PCOS and hpts
I've heard that sometimes women with pcos don't build up hgc as quickly as "normal" women even when we do manage to get pregnant. So...to ladies that have been pregnant, how far along were you when you found out? And if you were further along than is typical to find out, had you tested sooner or no? I've been pregnant once…
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Dropping carbs and TOM?
Ignore this if you don't like TMI. ;) Did anyone else experience a sudden early onset of AF when dropping to a lower carb amount? I was already lower carb (around 80-100gm most days, usually in the 90s) though I admit I totally binged on candy on Halloween. Monday (CD23) I changed my macros and have been eating under 50 gm…
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November is the month of watching what I eat
I fell off every wagon a few months ago with some major life events and vacations and all that. October has been climb back on the workout wagon (yay, it's working) - Strong Lifts and Cardio (in an alternating sort of pattern). This week I've been slacking on the 'organized' cardio, but have been very busy cleaning and…
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Question about calories
How did you set your daily calorie goals? I know we PCOSers often have slower metabolisms but going down to 1200 usually makes me want to cry. :tongue: Hoping I can get away with 1350 if I lower my carbs. (I just adjusted them to 10% C, 60% F, 30% P which is lower than I've ever gone with carbs. Hoping that will help me…
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Inositol
Good Morning Ladies! So, I'd like to explore Inositol a bit more. I know it was mentioned in a recent thread, and I did some searching to see what I can find. So, I have an idea of what it's supposed to do though I'm still a bit unclear. Everything I read says that I should be taking this for my PCOS/insulin resistance.…
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Stomach problems
For those of you who are also on a LCHF diet, what foods do you eat when you're having stomach problems (pain, nausea, and/or heartburn)? I'm on a med that causes all of the above at times. I've had trouble all week with my stomach hurting and am not sure what to eat. I know carbs settle my stomach but that's part of the…
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side effects of inositol
I have been taking normoz tablet (myo inositol, d-chiro-inositol, chromium , vitamin d3) for 2 months and got severe itching and dry skin Do not know what to do since had taken metformin but that did work for my body so doctor prescribed me this and this also seems to give me side effects. Any suggestions please!!! Note- I…
