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Question about Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome and Weight Watchers
"sreuvain" wrote in message ...
Hi, I found out about my diagnosis via a telephone this past Friday. My GYN wants to put me on Glucophage at my next appointment (in two weeks). We already discussed birth control and he does not want to go that route. He's had great success with a combination of Glucophage and diet, so that's where we'll start. The nurse practitioner did mention a trip to the endocrinologist, however, no names were given. Two years ago I went to an endocrinologist (with the same symptoms) and underwent a barrage of tests, afterwhich I was told I had no hormone/thyroid problems, everything was "low normal," and that it must be stress/anxiety related. Talk about depressing! I was to immediately cut out of my diet white flour, sugar, salt and soda. Normally, I eat 100% stoneground wheat, avoid salt because I have high blood pressure, and drink between 5-6 liters of water per day. I drink so much water that I should float away...however, I don't...I save everything! In the past I've tried whole wheat pasta and had a hard time with it - I guess I could try it again, but it's not high on my list. What has really packed on the pounds for me is that I've recently had braces put on (February), and resort to "soft foods" (i.e. macaroni/cheese, various other pasta, etc.) when the monthly adjustments are made. The problem is that I had no idea what I was eating (though it was suggested by the dentist), was actually making me fatter. It's a good thing that all this is happening at once - better to get everything taken care of now. I'll know more once I actually see the GYN and go over everything in person. Thanks for your help! Sharon " Hi Sharon, you didn't say how advanced your case was. I also have PCOS. Once I was put on Glucophage, Weight Watchers worked for me just fine. I find that I am fuller longer if I have a little protein for breakfast, but I wouldn't say I eat low-carb. The carbs I do eat are whole grains or high-fiber, such as whole wheat pasta and breads. Are you talking to a good endocrinologist? Most OB/GYNs will just put you on birth control pills, which may regulate your cycle but not do anything about the testosterone imbalance. They didn't do a darn thing for me. Good luck! - EW I have PCOS and was on BC until last fall when I had a heart attack.I was diagnosed with PCOS at 16. Not fun. I had my worst years through high school, dont it figure. I had a full beard, yes a full beard. No one had a clue what was going on. They ran test after test and couldnt find anythng. I gained a 1000 pounds or so it seemed. I didn't have a monthly cycle. I had to go each month to get a shot to start.Finally after seeins specialist after specialist for this it was found. The facial hair was cut off and i looked like a girl again. I still have it but it isn't anywhere as bad as it was then. I'm very selfconciense(sp?) about how I look and avoid cameras at all cost. What is Glucophage?? I am going to see an endocrinologist on the 9th at the Cleveland CLinic. I too eat nothing but wheat bread and grain breads, no pasta, or potatoes or white rice. I've lost some weight but not nearly what i would like to lose. |
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Question about POS WW and whole wheat pasta
I would recommend not giving up on the WW pasta. I just made sure that was
all I had in the house and started eating it. Tried overcooking it a bit, which helped some. Now I am so used to it, it tastes good, but in the beginning it was a real hard thing. I have found that making more/thicker/spicier sauce helped. I add squash to most of my pasta sauces, lean meats, mushrooms, lots of garlic, then I use a lot of sauce relative to the pasta. Low points, filling, and you really DO get used to the taste. Now when I eat out and get pasta it tastes kind of gluey to me. "Anna" wrote in message om... "sreuvain" wrote in message ... Hi, I found out about my diagnosis via a telephone this past Friday. My GYN wants to put me on Glucophage at my next appointment (in two weeks). We already discussed birth control and he does not want to go that route. He's had great success with a combination of Glucophage and diet, so that's where we'll start. The nurse practitioner did mention a trip to the endocrinologist, however, no names were given. Two years ago I went to an endocrinologist (with the same symptoms) and underwent a barrage of tests, afterwhich I was told I had no hormone/thyroid problems, everything was "low normal," and that it must be stress/anxiety related. Talk about depressing! I was to immediately cut out of my diet white flour, sugar, salt and soda. Normally, I eat 100% stoneground wheat, avoid salt because I have high blood pressure, and drink between 5-6 liters of water per day. I drink so much water that I should float away...however, I don't...I save everything! In the past I've tried whole wheat pasta and had a hard time with it - I guess I could try it again, but it's not high on my list. What has really packed on the pounds for me is that I've recently had braces put on (February), and resort to "soft foods" (i.e. macaroni/cheese, various other pasta, etc.) when the monthly adjustments are made. The problem is that I had no idea what I was eating (though it was suggested by the dentist), was actually making me fatter. It's a good thing that all this is happening at once - better to get everything taken care of now. I'll know more once I actually see the GYN and go over everything in person. Thanks for your help! Sharon " Hi Sharon, you didn't say how advanced your case was. I also have PCOS. Once I was put on Glucophage, Weight Watchers worked for me just fine. I find that I am fuller longer if I have a little protein for breakfast, but I wouldn't say I eat low-carb. The carbs I do eat are whole grains or high-fiber, such as whole wheat pasta and breads. Are you talking to a good endocrinologist? Most OB/GYNs will just put you on birth control pills, which may regulate your cycle but not do anything about the testosterone imbalance. They didn't do a darn thing for me. Good luck! - EW I have PCOS and was on BC until last fall when I had a heart attack.I was diagnosed with PCOS at 16. Not fun. I had my worst years through high school, dont it figure. I had a full beard, yes a full beard. No one had a clue what was going on. They ran test after test and couldnt find anythng. I gained a 1000 pounds or so it seemed. I didn't have a monthly cycle. I had to go each month to get a shot to start.Finally after seeins specialist after specialist for this it was found. The facial hair was cut off and i looked like a girl again. I still have it but it isn't anywhere as bad as it was then. I'm very selfconciense(sp?) about how I look and avoid cameras at all cost. What is Glucophage?? I am going to see an endocrinologist on the 9th at the Cleveland CLinic. I too eat nothing but wheat bread and grain breads, no pasta, or potatoes or white rice. I've lost some weight but not nearly what i would like to lose. |
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