Overactive Enzyme and PCOS

Posted on Oct 11, 2009 in Hair loss, Infertility, Irregular hormones, Natural treatments/Herbs | 0 comments

Many of you suffering from PCOS also suffer from excess facial and body hair, thinning hair or hair loss. I know I do…honestly, they are the hardest symptoms for me to deal with, especially the hair loss, and they seem to be the toughest to control. (more…)

Acupuncture and PCOS

Posted on Aug 19, 2009 in Depression/Anxiety, Infertility, Insulin resistance, Irregular hormones, Natural treatments/Herbs, Pregnancy, Weight loss | 0 comments

There has been a lot of buzz about using acupuncture for PCOS symptoms. In this episode of the PCOS Challenge Radio Show, on Wednesday, August 26, 2009 at 6pm EDT, Sasha Ottey speaks to licensed acupuncturist, Lynn Schwartz to help you learn more about how acupuncture can help women with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome. (more…)

Stress and fertility

Posted on Jun 29, 2009 in Depression/Anxiety, Infertility, Natural treatments/Herbs | 0 comments

Yes, we all know how stress negatively affects our health. This is especially important for those who have elevated risks of heart related issues; such as heart attacks, strokes and heart disease — meaning ALL women with PCOS need to be concerned about stress & the affects it has on your health. (more…)

SOY: Good, or bad?

Posted on Jun 18, 2009 in Health risks, Infertility, Irregular hormones | 0 comments

I will admit, I don’t know much about soy….I never jumped on the bandwagon when it became so incredibly popular a few years ago. (more…)

Castor oil packs and PCOS

Posted on Jun 10, 2009 in Infertility, Irregular hormones, Natural treatments/Herbs | 0 comments

Ok, you’re probably like me….the only thing you know or have heard about castor oil are BAD things Did you know castor oil is extremely beneficial in the treatment of PCOS, and helps with infertility as well? (more…)

N-acetyl-cysteine and PCOS

Posted on May 10, 2009 in Infertility, Irregular hormones, Natural treatments/Herbs | 0 comments

Source: Natural Health Solutions for PCOS

NAC (n-acetyl-cysteine) is a derivative of the amino acid cysteine, which has antioxidant properties and is required for the body’s production of glutathione. Glutathione, along with NAC, are powerful antioxidants. We all know how important antioxidants are to everyone’s health, especially those with PCOS. (more…)