Iodine deficiency — Cause of PCOS?

Posted on Mar 2, 2011 in Health risks, Insulin resistance, Irregular hormones, Natural treatments/Herbs, Weight loss | 0 comments

Believe it or not, studies have shown that iodine deficiency is likely a cause of PCOS. Its been proven that low iodine levels cause ovarian cysts (PCOS), insulin resistance, and hypothyroidism (often misdiagnosed as insulin resistance) AND multiple miscarriages!! (more…)

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Antioxidants beneficial for PCOS

Posted on Feb 22, 2011 in Health risks, Insulin resistance, Natural treatments/Herbs, Weight loss | 0 comments

Recent studies show that women with PCOS are at a much risk of experiencing oxidative stress, than women without the condition. Oxidative stress is defined as (more…)

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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…)

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Annual labs and PCOS

Posted on Feb 1, 2011 in Health risks | 0 comments

PCOS is a lifelong condition. It can be controlled but it can NEVER be cured. So, just like any other health issue, it needs watching. (more…)

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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…)

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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…)

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