Fastfood Problems

I really need to work on focusing on my diet each time I go out. I will work on ordering healthier meals next time because I haven’t been able to resist the temptation to just skip ordering. I really need to find a healthier alternative to burgers. I can just imagine that it’s loaded with calories.

Getting Bored

So far, I haven’t noticed a noticeable difference with my weight. But I really feel so light and I also feel that I am not that bloated. I know that I still have a long way to go before I see results, but I have decided to stay patient with this goal. I just need to modify my diet a bit because I am getting bored with my meals. It’s so hard to eat healthy here!

A Meatful Day

I feel so thirsty all day! And I am also on the verge of grabbing something sweet. It’s almost the end of the day, and I have managed to stay away from my cupboard of goodies. I should seriously have more fruits around.

Can Vitamin D Help Treat PCOS?

I have been doing some research on alternative treatments for PCOS and I have come across some articles and forums discussing Vitamin D therapy. It turns out that there are studies being conducted on whether Vitamin D supplementation can improve the condition of women with PCOS. They are studying the link because some experts believe that Vitamin D deficiency contributes to insulin resistance, inflammation and even psychological distress in PCOS women.

So far, I was able to find out that there are ongoing trials conducted by Yale University and Penn State University regarding this matter. And I’m pretty sure that there are other groups that are also doing such studies.  Although there’s not much data regarding Vitamin D as part of the treatment of PCOS, I am intrigued by the idea because it is a welcome development to the treatment of a disorder that’s not well understood.

It has long been known that the right amounts of Vitamin D can be beneficial for an individual. Together with calcium, it can help prevent osteoporosis. There are also studies suggesting that Vitamin D may also play a role in preventing breast, prostate, and colon cancer. To add to that, research is also being done on the role of Vitamin D in the prevention and treatment of Type 2 Diabetes, hypertension, glucose intolerance and other types of disorders.

With these findings, it is definitely clear that Vitamin D is good for our health. And although new studies suggest that it may also be good for PCOS women, it is important to understand that excessive amounts of Vitamin D may also do more harm than good.  You need to be prescribed the right dosage because Vitamin D toxicity can cause serious symptoms like heart rhythm abnormalities and mental status changes. Prolonged use of Calcium and Vitamin D in postmenopausal women has also been found to increase the risk of kidney stones.

If you want to know whether Vitamin D supplementation is good for you, consult your trusted health care provider. For any treatment plan, you also need to make sure that you are making an informed decision. Ask your doctor questions and determine whether there are steps that you need to take during the course of therapy.

Slowly Eating My Way To A Healthier Me

Today, I was tempted to cheat but I managed to deal with my sweet cravings. I have also made it a point to eat slowly in order to prevent overeating. It takes time before your body will give you the message that you are already full. And I am making good use of it by using chopsticks or by pretending that I’m in a fine dining restaurant. It actually works!

My Bloodwork For PCOS

After two weeks of waiting, I finally got my laboratory results. I was ordered tests for LH, FSH, Prolactin, and Testosterone. My doctor instructed me to have these tests done on the 2^nd or 3^rd day of my menstrual period. Here are my results.

I am not a doctor, but these values seem to fall under the normal range! Although I have to see my doctor again in the coming weeks, I am partially relieved because I can now focus on my insulin resistance. I was worried that she might put me on another kind of medication because my body didn’t respond well to my previous hormonal treatment.

If you are ordered similar tests, it may be good to check around for the best price. For these tests alone, I had to shell out around P 3,800. I guess it would be cheaper to go to a laboratory like Hi-Precision because they are generally more affordable as compared to the package price in the hospitals. Anyhow, I am just glad that I am slowly taking steps on how to better manage this disorder.

I am excited to see my doctor again but I have to finish my two-week glucose monitoring before I go in for another consultation. For the meantime, I am slowly working my way towards a healthier ME! If you are on the same path with me, send me a message! I would be more than happy to be your diet buddy!

Picking Up The Pieces After An Unhealthy Weekend

It’s the second week and I cheated on the weekend, but I have managed to stay away from eating ice cream! It’s hard to eat healthy when my husband is such an unhealthy eater. We ate sushi and noodles at a Japanese Resto and I feel really guilty. I should tag him along with this goal. It will really do both of us a lot of good.

5 Tips On How To Deal With PCOS

When you have PCOS, you don’t just deal with the symptoms, but you also have to come to terms with thoughts about infertility and your changing self-image. It took a while before I took full control of my life because I wasn’t prepared against what PCOS had in store for me. I was living a full life, and I really didn’t have a lot of health issues.  So when I suddenly had too much to think about, I really did not take it well.

Over time, I have learned to embrace the disorder because there is just no other way to go about it. I realized that I needed to open myself up so that I can welcome positive changes in my life. If you have PCOS and you really don’t know what to do, here are some tips on how you can cope:

1.    Seek consultation and follow your treatment plan. Whether you want to have a baby or not, it is very important to follow a prescribed treatment plan. I would have been in better health if I sought consultation during the time when I was in denial. The key to taking your life back is to work closely with your trusted health care provider.

2.    Eat healthy. Unhealthy eating habits can only aggravate your condition. Live each day with the knowledge that there is much that you can do so that you can live a healthier life.

3.    Get more exercise. If you feel like being sorry for yourself, drive those thought s away by getting some physical activity. Many studies show that exercise can help ease symptoms of anxiety and depression.

4.    Surround yourself with positive people. Don’t make a big deal out of unsolicited advice and continue to be inspired by people who have come out victorious from their PCOS battles. There are a lot of support groups for PCOS women online, and the members are all very supportive with whatever you are going through.

5.    Love yourself. PCOS only has the capacity to change the way you look, but everything else remains the same. Don’t allow it to be the reason of your misery because it should never change you as a person. Acknowledge the symptoms and love yourself despite the flaws.

Life with PCOS is still beautiful if you learn to positively deal with the challenges. If you feel that you need to reach out to others, send me a message. We can help each other out.

Feeling Light

It’s been only Day 3 but I feel so light. Perhaps I’m not retaining so much water. I am surprised that my body has adapted so easily with the lesser calories that I’m taking in. I am feeling great because I have managed to stay away from rice! It’s such a staple in our diet but it really causes a spike in my blood sugar levels.  I’ll take it one day at a time. So far, so good.

Slowly Getting There

I really need to cut down on eating too much carbs. It’s hard but I feel a sense of achievement because I have managed to stay away from rice and sweets for two days. I will also gradually decrease the calories that I eat each day. My nutritionist made me a diet plan for 1500 calories a day, and I really can’t do that now. I’ll take this slowly and properly, as what my doctor suggested. This diary is motivating me to stick to my diet.