Omega-3′s for PCOS

Posted on Feb 9, 2011 in Depression/Anxiety, Health risks, Irregular hormones, Natural treatments/Herbs | 0 comments

We know how important Omega-3′s are for our general health – excellent for our cardiovascular system, mood disorders, etc. But did you know that they are especially beneficial for us cysters? (more…)

Best exercise for PCOS

Posted on Jan 27, 2011 in Depression/Anxiety, Health risks, Insulin resistance, Weight loss | 0 comments

It is my LEAST favorite word. I won’t lie — I was not raised in a house where exercise was practiced, or taught. I HATE EXERCISE !! It hurts, I don’t see any benefits, and its boring!!!! (more…)

Birth Control and PCOS

Posted on Jan 22, 2011 in Depression/Anxiety, Health risks, Infertility, Insulin resistance, Irregular hormones | 0 comments

The most common medical “treatment” for Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome is Birth Control Pills. The reason the word treatment is in quotations is because the use of Birth Control Pills for the successful treatment of PCOS is debatable. (more…)

PCOS and depression

Posted on Jan 11, 2011 in Depression/Anxiety | 0 comments

Depression, anxiety and mood disorders are commonly found in women with PCOS. While everyone has their own explanations, one thing is clear — they’re all caused by irregular hormones.

Depression has also been associated with insulin resistance and depressed thyroid function. Disturbed LH (luteinizing hormone) levels and rhythms have been found in depressed women compared to women who are not depressed. Disturbed LH is a primary reason you don’t ovulate and is extremely common in women with PCOS. (more…)

Do you take Metformin?

Posted on May 25, 2010 in Depression/Anxiety, Insulin resistance, Weight loss | 0 comments

Metformin can be effective but it has side effects. One of the side effects is that it simultaneously increases levels of homocysteine and reduces levels of two B-vitamins: folate and B12. (more…)

Inositol Improves PCOS

Posted on Apr 28, 2010 in Depression/Anxiety, Hair loss, Insulin resistance, Weight loss | 0 comments

Inositol is a member of the B-vitamin family. It has been shown to have amazing positive affects on your fertility, and in controlling PCOS issues, including poor egg quality and insulin resistance. (more…)