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  • Haha! The "f u" part makes me laugh because I know how frustrating this can be. I DO know about PCOS because I have it. At my heaviest, I was 298. I am 5'6. Full disclosure: I lost the first 100 lbs through Atkins/low carb alone. (I mostly did turkey and fish and jerky, plus Atkins shakes because most meats gross me out).…
    in Need a change in routine Comment by arubamfp February 2016
  • This med caused a 20ish lb GAIN for me (without dietary changes) and didn't help with my depression. In fact, all I wanted to do was lie in bed and isolate. I'm currently weaning off it, which is its own special hell. It works well for some people (I assume), but not me. I have read that the drug is weight neutral, but for…
    in Best Antidepressants? Comment by arubamfp February 2016
  • What's working for me? Inositol is really helping. I haven't lost much weight (I have about 20 lbs to lose to be my ideal weight, and my weight fluctuates about 7 lbs based on water retention, time of month, etc), but I've had a decrease in bloating and my hair is noticeably thicker. A friend who doesn't know I'm taking…
    in What's Working (Or Not Working) For You? Comment by arubamfp January 2016
  • I am also new to the group and looking for PCOS support. Please feel free to add me!
    in Looking for MFP friends with PCOS Comment by arubamfp December 2015
  • While I understand Lexapro may have affected you negatively, it is reckless to advise the OP not to take an antidepressant. OP, perhaps you could explore other options with your physician. Many people see relief from depression and anxiety with Pristiq, which doesn't generally cause the weight gain and sexual side effects…
    in Anyone take lexapro and put on weight Comment by arubamfp November 2015
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