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Does this mean that I should eat a minimum out 2700 calories because I am 270 lbs? Does fiber usually get lumped together with carbs on food lables? I don’t know if I trust that. Please explain it to me. I am only 1/2 way through the Atkin’s diet book. Beth Morrissey – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – Here are some of the de facto tips: Eat around 10 – 12 calories per pound that you currently weigh, not your goal weight! Otherwise your body will go into "starvation mode" and you’ll stop losing. Drink at least 64 oz of water a day plus another 8 oz glass for every 25lbs you need to lose; if you don’t have very much to lose, then divide your weight by 2 and drink that many ounces of water. You can subtract fiber grams from carb counts on packages for the *effective* carb count as long as they’re not labeled "low carb," because those manufacturers usually pre-subtract it to make their products look better.
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Does this mean that I should eat a minimum out 2700 calories because I am 270 lbs?
Yes. In "The Ketogenic Diet" Lyle McDonald states "From a maintenance level of 15-16 calories a paound, reducing calories by 20% yileds a calorie intake of 12-13 calories a pound." (p97) He continues later on the same page "…Many diet books and dieters prefer to use a caloric goal based on goal bodyweight (i.e. 12-13 calories per pound of desired bodyweight). THe problem with this method is that dieters, in their hurry to reach their goals, invariably set bodyweight too low…Therefore, daily calorie levels should be based on current bodyweight." (p97) You can also see him explain it here: http://musclemonthly.com/articles/000801-mcdonald-body-talk.htm And here: (fourth letter down) http://216.150.5.6/exclusive/mcdonald/vol01/981015.htm Cheers, Nina — SlackMistress 2.0 http://www.theslack.com
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Does this mean that I should eat a minimum out 2700 calories because I am 270 lbs? Does fiber usually get lumped together with carbs on food lables? I don’t know if I trust that. Please explain it to me. I am only 1/2 way through the Atkin’s diet book.
Beth, yes that’s true. It seems really weird huh? But it’s true. No calorie cutting unless you stall out! Fiber is always counted as a carbohydrate on food labels. Kind of like the multiple kinds of fat, it just falls under the label "carbo" and is listed as a portion of the entire carb rating. You don’t digest it so you can subtract it from the carbs. BTW neither of these things are mentioned in the Atkins book, at least not to my recollection. The whole fiber subtraction thing (aka Effective Carb Count(ing), or ECC) is from another one of the low-carb plans and the calorie limits are just a fact of life. Keep in mind, eating 12x calories per pound that you are STILL creates a caloric deficit. It’s just not as huge as if you only ate 7x for instance. Bigger caloric deficits won’t particularly increase weight loss beyond an extent because your body will think it’s starving and hold on to every freaking calorie. One person on this NG managed to gain weight on 800 calories a day due to this bodily reaction, if I’m not mistaken. Keep plowing through the book, it’s worth it! Amy
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I went most of my life not eating breakfast and/or lunch not matter how hungry I was. Then I would break down and scarf everything in sight mostly junck food. That’s why I now have type 2 diabeties, hypothyroidism and polycystic ovary syndrom. I am on 3 months medical leave from work. I decided to fight back and start low carbing. My bg’s were about 300 for about 1 1/2 years. Now after 3 weeks LC I’ve knocked almost 100 points off of that. This diet is a blessing and a miricle. I still can’t get past moderate on the keto stix, and only have lost 5 lbs. Carbs are 20 grams/day give or take 5 grams. I haven’t started exercising yet. I still am really tired form the high BG. Thanks, Beth Morrissey – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – Does this mean that I should eat a minimum out 2700 calories because I am 270 lbs? Does fiber usually get lumped together with carbs on food lables? I don’t know if I trust that. Please explain it to me. I am only 1/2 way through the Atkin’s diet book. Beth, yes that’s true. It seems really weird huh? But it’s true. No calorie cutting unless you stall out! Fiber is always counted as a carbohydrate on food labels. Kind of like the multiple kinds of fat, it just falls under the label "carbo" and is listed as a portion of the entire carb rating. You don’t digest it so you can subtract it from the carbs. BTW neither of these things are mentioned in the Atkins book, at least not to my recollection. The whole fiber subtraction thing (aka Effective Carb Count(ing), or ECC) is from another one of the low-carb plans and the calorie limits are just a fact of life. Keep in mind, eating 12x calories per pound that you are STILL creates a caloric deficit. It’s just not as huge as if you only ate 7x for instance. Bigger caloric deficits won’t particularly increase weight loss beyond an extent because your body will think it’s starving and hold on to every freaking calorie. One person on this NG managed to gain weight on 800 calories a day due to this bodily reaction, if I’m not mistaken. Keep plowing through the book, it’s worth it! Amy
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hi guys, today is my first full day of this low-carb thing and I’m terribly excited yipeee!!!!!! and I was wondering if any low-carb veteran has any advice (i know there are thousands of back posts and I’ve read some of them, but there are so many that it’s sort of hard to navigate). I’ve heard that after a few days the ketones are going to make my breath stinky is this true? is there anything I can do about it? also, is it okay that I’m eating an awful lot of cheese? (I know that for long term I should probably stay away from so much saturated fat…but I’m just in the induction…) okay, that’s all for now fun fun fun!!! -l
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Welcome to the world of good health! (Keep reading.)
hi guys, today is my first full day of this low-carb thing and I’m terribly excited yipeee!!!!!! and I was wondering if any low-carb veteran has any advice (i know there are thousands of back posts and I’ve read some of them, but there are so many that it’s sort of hard to navigate). I’ve heard that after a few days the ketones are going to make my breath stinky is this true? is there anything I can do about it?
Yes. And yes. Drink lots of water (1 oz per day per pound of body weight. If you can’t do the math, drink a gallon per day.) And use a good mouthwash. Brush occasionally too. 
also, is it okay that I’m eating an awful lot of cheese? (I know that for long term I should probably stay away from so much saturated fat…but I’m just
in the induction…) It’s not the fat, it’s the carbs in the cheese you should watch out for. Get over the idea that fat is bad. Its carbs plus fat that is bad. Fat, by itself, is quite healthy. (At least the natural stuff is. Avoid margerine and Crisco like the plague.) okay, that’s all for now fun fun fun!!!
Good attitude, dood. -Adam Selene (age 45, lost 55 lbs on Atkins. Been on maintenance for over a year.)
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today is my first full day of this low-carb thing and I’m terribly excited yipeee!!!!!!
Yay for you! Welcome 
I’ve heard that after a few days the ketones are going to make my breath stinky
Not everyone goes into ketosis and/or gets the side effects. I "dieted" LC before, no keto breath, and this time I realize I have to make it my WOL (way of life) — still no keto breath, or any of the other side effects. I never even felt bad when I started. You may not either. also, is it okay that I’m eating an awful lot of cheese? (I know that for long term I should probably stay away from so much saturated fat…but I’m just in the induction…)
Saturated fat is NOT bad for you! At the very worst, it is neutral, because it raises bad cholesterol and good cholesterol, which sweeps bad cholesterol away, equally — creating a net cholesterol gain of ZERO! In meats and other sat fat products that have monounsaturated fat also, you actually get a decrease in bad cholesterol because the monounsaturated fats tip the balance and add even more good cholesterol. However, cheese is carby. One ounce of cheese is 1 gram of carbs. One oz is probably equal to about a tablespoon of shredded cheese — not very much. Dairy also stalls some people. It’s also high in calories but you’re not supposed to worry about calories until/if you start having trouble losing weight. Unless, of course, you’re not eating enough. Here are some of the de facto tips: Eat around 10 – 12 calories per pound that you currently weigh, not your goal weight! Otherwise your body will go into "starvation mode" and you’ll stop losing. Drink at least 64 oz of water a day plus another 8 oz glass for every 25lbs you need to lose; if you don’t have very much to lose, then divide your weight by 2 and drink that many ounces of water. You can subtract fiber grams from carb counts on packages for the *effective* carb count as long as they’re not labeled "low carb," because those manufacturers usually pre-subtract it to make their products look better. That’s about it for now, the rest you’ll pick up as you read along Amy
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HISTORY: i have been married 7 years never using b/c except occasionally to mangage my cycles. i also have von willebrand’s disease and i am on thyroid medication. in summer 99 we rotated three cycles of tryphasil-28 followed by clomid. clomid was determined to work (determined by bbt), but husband’s semen (twice tested) is of low QUANTITY (quality/volume is average, but he produces less than one ml) a year ago i was taking tryphasil-28, followed by 50mg clomid on days 5-9 and had an iui (i don’t remember which day of the cycle, but the date was 12/17/99). I ended up pregnant. I miscarried in February – the day after a "normal" ultrasound. expulsion of the tissues occured naturally and i did not require a d&c. i rotated tryphasil-28 and clomid a few times (inceasing from 50mg to 100mg to 150mg each on days 5-9). ultrasounds on day 12 of each of those cycles found no mature follicles and polycystic ovaries. my periods were also unnaturally whimpy. then i no longer had any bleeding between packets. occassional testing showed negative pregnancy. dr changed me to zovia 1/35 28s (generic for demulen). after 8 days on the pills i started bleeding and cramping. dr said to quit taking the pills to allow a period and start a new pack in seven days. i am now in week three of this month’s packet. QUESTIONS: the plan is to take 150mg clomid for days 5-9 and pray for mature follicles to make another iui worth the time . i don’t understand why my periods have been so different after a miscarriage. why would clomid work before (at 1/3 the dose) and not now? why after a miscarriage would my periods have dwindled and stopped? what is the difference between tryphasil-28 and zovia? how was zovia able to start a period by taking it rather than through the withdrawal from it? what questions should i ask and tests should i have? i sincerely appreciate you taking the time to read my dissertation and eagerly await ANY suggestions…. LJA
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I am sorry I have no insight or suggestions. I just wanted to wish you all the luck and success in the world. Barbara
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Hi Lauren, why would clomid work before (at 1/3 the dose) and not now?
Because your body can build up a resistance to clomid. I guess that’s why they’re getting you to take a higher dosage even though you have ovulated at the lower dosage. Sorry, I don’t have any answers to your other questions, but best of luck. Shelley ttc #1 18 mths 2nd cycle clomid CD7
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Have you had your progesteron levels checked? Have you looked at other treatment options for PolyCystic Ovary Syndrom? Check out alt.support.pco – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – HISTORY: i have been married 7 years never using b/c except occasionally to mangage my cycles. i also have von willebrand’s disease and i am on thyroid medication. in summer 99 we rotated three cycles of tryphasil-28 followed by clomid. clomid was determined to work (determined by bbt), but husband’s semen (twice tested) is of low QUANTITY (quality/volume is average, but he produces less than one ml) a year ago i was taking tryphasil-28, followed by 50mg clomid on days 5-9 and had an iui (i don’t remember which day of the cycle, but the date was 12/17/99). I ended up pregnant. I miscarried in February – the day after a "normal" ultrasound. expulsion of the tissues occured naturally and i did not require a d&c. i rotated tryphasil-28 and clomid a few times (inceasing from 50mg to 100mg to 150mg each on days 5-9). ultrasounds on day 12 of each of those cycles found no mature follicles and polycystic ovaries. my periods were also unnaturally whimpy. then i no longer had any bleeding between packets. occassional testing showed negative pregnancy. dr changed me to zovia 1/35 28s (generic for demulen). after 8 days on the pills i started bleeding and cramping. dr said to quit taking the pills to allow a period and start a new pack in seven days. i am now in week three of this month’s packet. QUESTIONS: the plan is to take 150mg clomid for days 5-9 and pray for mature follicles to make another iui worth the time . i don’t understand why my periods have been so different after a miscarriage. why would clomid work before (at 1/3 the dose) and not now? why after a miscarriage would my periods have dwindled and stopped? what is the difference between tryphasil-28 and zovia? how was zovia able to start a period by taking it rather than through the withdrawal from it? what questions should i ask and tests should i have? i sincerely appreciate you taking the time to read my dissertation and eagerly await ANY suggestions…. LJA
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– Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – Have you had your progesteron levels checked? Have you looked at other treatment options for PolyCystic Ovary Syndrom? Check out alt.support.pco HISTORY: i have been married 7 years never using b/c except occasionally to mangage my cycles. i also have von willebrand’s disease and i am on thyroid medication. in summer 99 we rotated three cycles of tryphasil-28 followed by clomid. clomid was determined to work (determined by bbt), but husband’s semen (twice tested) is of low QUANTITY (quality/volume is average, but he produces less than one ml) a year ago i was taking tryphasil-28, followed by 50mg clomid on days 5-9 and had an iui (i don’t remember which day of the cycle, but the date was 12/17/99). I ended up pregnant. I miscarried in February – the day after a "normal" ultrasound. expulsion of the tissues occured naturally and i did not require a d&c. i rotated tryphasil-28 and clomid a few times (inceasing from 50mg to 100mg to 150mg each on days 5-9). ultrasounds on day 12 of each of those cycles found no mature follicles and polycystic ovaries. my periods were also unnaturally whimpy. then i no longer had any bleeding between packets. occassional testing showed negative pregnancy. dr changed me to zovia 1/35 28s (generic for demulen). after 8 days on the pills i started bleeding and cramping. dr said to quit taking the pills to allow a period and start a new pack in seven days. i am now in week three of this month’s packet. QUESTIONS: the plan is to take 150mg clomid for days 5-9 and pray for mature follicles to make another iui worth the time . i don’t understand why my periods have been so different after a miscarriage. why would clomid work before (at 1/3 the dose) and not now? why after a miscarriage would my periods have dwindled and stopped? what is the difference between tryphasil-28 and zovia? how was zovia able to start a period by taking it rather than through the withdrawal from it? what questions should i ask and tests should i have? i sincerely appreciate you taking the time to read my dissertation and eagerly await ANY suggestions…. LJA
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Kay – Thank you so much for the information. I have been very frustrated and appreciate finding a ng where people are available for info and support. I have not been offered IUI yet, but think I will ask about next cycle. Dr. said he was going to put me on Fertinex next cycle (perhaps with Clomid as well). Is it possible that continued use of Clomid or Fertinex can cause you to have PCO? I had a post coital test, but it was during the stage of diagnosis, so I wasn’t really ovulating at the time (prior to any of my three months of Clomid). I have anovulation probably because I do not produce sufficient estrogen. I did kill all of the sperm, so perhaps IUI might be a better option. It appears that you can only use Clomid for a maximum no of months (7 or 
– is this because it can damage your ovaries? Is there a limitation for other drugs like Fertinex? I have not been told that there have been any issues with the uterine lining, but I will ask the Dr. next time we talk to make sure. Thanks again – I appreciate the support available here and hope to be of help to other members. Lisa
– Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – <<Is it possible for that second ovary to ovulate later even though Profasi was given earlier? Not really. Once follicles ovulate, they produce progesterone which suppresses subesquent ovulation. Since you had your hCG shot on Day 13 and still have a few follicles 3 days later, chances are those won’t ovulate. <<If I do not ovulate, what happens to the follicles on that ovary? They will either become resorbed, become cysts and *eventually* become resorbed or grow and burst, or they could just stay there (e.g. polycystic appearing ovaries). <<Does anyone know what the smallest follicle that can be successful is — e.g. does it have to be 18-20 mm or can a smaller follicle possibly release a viable egg? To release it on its own, I believe a follicle has to be at least 16mm at the time of the hcg shot. If you were doing IVF, viable eggs could be retrieved from follicles less than 10mm, but if left to ovulate on their own, they probably would not. Sorry to hear of your terrible hsg! :( I hope you’re feeling better. You are on a pretty high dose of clomid, and from your hsg description, it seems like you are using intercourse, rather than IUI. Did you have a post-coital test (pct)? High doses of clomid can cause your cervical mucus to dry up, hindering sperm travel, preventing pregnancy. I assume your uterine lining was fine at the time of your ultrasound, so maybe mucus isn’t an issue? Good luck, and welcome! -Kay
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Hi, I am a newbie here, and hoping to get some help in answering a few questions regarding ovulation. I am 37 and do not regularly or successfully ovulate — apparently because I have very low levels of estrogen. I have been taking Clomid for the past 3 mos. (150mg this month). This month, my Dr. gave me a shot of Profasi (HCG, I think) on day 13 following Ultrasound (showing at least one follicle big enough) to cause ovulation. Later ultrasound (Day 16) showed that one ovary had released follicles, but other ovary still had egg follicles. Regarding ovulation, I have the following questions: Is it possible for that second ovary to ovulate later even though Profasi was given earlier? If so, can I get pregnant later in my cycle — e.g. day 17 or later from the second ovary ovulating later than the first? If I do not ovulate, what happens to the follicles on that ovary? Does anyone know what the smallest follicle that can be successful is — e.g. does it have to be 18-20 mm or can a smaller follicle possibly release a viable egg? Any insights would be greatly appreciated. As an aside, I had a terrible experience with HSG test this past week. Excruciatingly painful – and subsequent fever. Was hospitalized for a day getting IV antibiotics just in case of infection. Fortunately, I probably did not have an infection, but I have significant and continued discomfort from the test. I will not likely get pg this month as I have missed my ovulation because I have been unable to have sex due to the hospitalization and subsequent discomfort (unless second ovary ovulates later for some reason). Feeling quite frustrated! The only good news is that HSG showed that everything was clear. Glad I found this ng — it is nice to know that I am not alone and my prayers are with all of you for success! Thanks to anyone who can share some info!
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<<Is it possible for that second ovary to ovulate later even though Profasi was given earlier? Not really. Once follicles ovulate, they produce progesterone which suppresses subesquent ovulation. Since you had your hCG shot on Day 13 and still have a few follicles 3 days later, chances are those won’t ovulate. <<If I do not ovulate, what happens to the follicles on that ovary? They will either become resorbed, become cysts and *eventually* become resorbed or grow and burst, or they could just stay there (e.g. polycystic appearing ovaries). <<Does anyone know what the smallest follicle that can be successful is — e.g. does it have to be 18-20 mm or can a smaller follicle possibly release a viable egg? To release it on its own, I believe a follicle has to be at least 16mm at the time of the hcg shot. If you were doing IVF, viable eggs could be retrieved from follicles less than 10mm, but if left to ovulate on their own, they probably would not. Sorry to hear of your terrible hsg! :( I hope you’re feeling better. You are on a pretty high dose of clomid, and from your hsg description, it seems like you are using intercourse, rather than IUI. Did you have a post-coital test (pct)? High doses of clomid can cause your cervical mucus to dry up, hindering sperm travel, preventing pregnancy. I assume your uterine lining was fine at the time of your ultrasound, so maybe mucus isn’t an issue? Good luck, and welcome! -Kay
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>I have a 15 year daughter on 2500 mg.met three x a day and it has not helped >her teenage attitude-we’re waiting!!
LOL…. I was 15 once, nothing will help that attitude but growing up lol. . God Bless You <*(((>< Carrie ;o)~ from Oklahoma Carrie’s Home Page (PCOS) http://hometown.aol.com/cbraly2000/home.index.html For info. on treatment of PCOS with the drug Metformin go to this site… http://www.ivf.com/pcostreat.html
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On 15 Jun 1999 05:55:19 GMT, cdrund…@aol.com (CDRUNDELL) wrote: ><< Will Metformin help my really CRAPPY mood swings!! ?? >> >I’d like to hear about this, too… I constantly feel like a hormonal teenager. >At age 35, this can be somewhat annoying (probably to those around me, as >well).
I’m 35 and I find that low carbing helped my moods. They get worse again when I cheat too much.
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CDRUNDELL wrote: > << Will Metformin help my really CRAPPY mood swings!! ?? >> > I’d like to hear about this, too… I constantly feel like a hormonal teenager. > At age 35, this can be somewhat annoying (probably to those around me, as > well).
My moods have changed, unless I use Provera. I use metformin and the Zone diet. — Katharina dav…@german-usa.com 35/5.9/C0-nt/met1500 262(March 15,99)/234
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On 15 Jun 1999 22:51:36 GMT, cbraly2…@aol.com (CBraly2000) wrote: >>I have a 15 year daughter on 2500 mg.met three x a day and it has not helped >>her teenage attitude-we’re waiting!! >LOL…. I was 15 once, nothing will help that attitude but growing up lol.
My daughter’s 16 and I quite agree with you. I swear she has PMS down to a fine art.
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Okay…I’m an acronym idiot… Please define: WOE AF YMMV TY! (Thank you!)
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WOE = way of eating AF = aunt flow = period YMMV = your mileage may vary – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text -Kronschobl wrote: > Okay…I’m an acronym idiot… > Please define: > WOE > AF > YMMV > TY! > (Thank you!)
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On Tue, 15 Jun 1999 21:26:44 GMT, "MichelleMA" <NOSPAMmichelle.flew…@the-spa.com> wrote: >I follow a relatively low carb diet (not ultra low Atkins although I started >with it for the first month). Besides the difficulty following it during >travel, I have found it pretty easy to follow once I decided that I liked >being thinner & healthier more than I liked bread and pasta.
That’s a great way of thinking about it! 8^) >YMMV, but for me, getting my carbs/sugar under control has made a huge >improvement.
I’m working on it! I still eat some unrefined brown rice and whole wheat bread, but pasta and refined flours are completely out of my diet now (except for pizza, which I must admit I still have with my DH about once a month). I don’t eat beef or pork, but I’ve upped my chicken, turkey, fish and tofu intake a lot. Drinking lot of milk, eating a lot of veggie burgers (w/ soy, and cutting out the bread I used to have with ‘em), trying to broaden my narrow repertoire of bean/veggie salads by adding tuna (my favorite lately is tuna, chick peas and sweet red peppers lightly dressed in no-fat italian). Another thing is that since going on Met. about one month ago, I’ve cut WAAAAY down on hitting the corner store for a chocolate bar (used to be an almost daily occurence). Now, maybe 2x a week, I’ll still go, but I’ll get a Tiger’s Milk bar (high protein), just to get a leeeeeetle chocolate fix. 8^) Furthermore, have completely cut out sodas (I now have NO CAFFEINE SOURCE, since I don’t drink coffee! Wow, I’m still alive!). I look at DH’s empty coke cans, read the panel and see that each one has *39 grams* of carbs, and try to calculate how many of those I’ve downed in my life! Feeling much better. I guess the best part about the Met. is that I can feel hungry without feeling like I’m about to keel over and die. I guess this is what a more normal metabolism is *supposed* to feel like. I can tell you that I haven’t had one for as long as I remember, and it feels great! The weight is not dropping off me, but then again it didn’t "drop" on, either — my weight gain was very gradual and insidious (something like a pound or two a year, steadily, for two decades — I’m 33 now. At 6 feet tall and with a large build, I should be around 180, and I’m currently around 220). But at least I feel like I’m not gaining, which is wonderful. I don’t weigh myself at home, but rather go on how my clothes fit, etc., and on that front, things are going well. Thanks to all on this group. Without you, who *knows* how long it would have taken me to get back to my endo (my OB/GYN and regular MD don’t have a clue beween them and neither ever suggested anything about revisiting endo. treatment!!!). 13 years ago, when my endo first diagnosed me, he had nothing to offer me except the Pill. I’m glad things have changed! Elise
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Kronschobl wrote: > Okay…I’m an acronym idiot… > Please define: > WOE > AF > YMMV > TY! > (Thank you!)
way of eating (also, way of life: WOL) Aunt Flo your mileage may vary I’m just learning these too… Dora
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What about LOL – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text ->> Okay…I’m an acronym idiot… >> Please define: >> WOE >> AF >> YMMV >> TY! >> (Thank you!) > way of eating (also, way of life: WOL) >Aunt Flo >your mileage may vary >I’m just learning these too… >Dora ></PRE></HTML>
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>LOL = laugh out loud
If it’s really funny, you can ROTFLMBO Rolling on the floor laughing my butt off We all get support from our DH This means Dear Hubby though in one mb for those married to diabetics it can mean Diabetic Hubby DIL, MIL = Dad-in-law and Mom-in-law TTC=Trying to conceive ( I am not TTC, so don’t pray for me, LOL!) There are even more but it is too early in the morning to think of them. BBS (be back soon) ^–^ { ‘.’}cathy-to send e-mail, delete edyclub ` My web page: http://www.geocities.com/Heartland/Cottage/8060/index.html Hope for Cysters: http://www.geocities.com/Heartland/Cottage/8060/PCOS.html
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Will Metformin help my really CRAPPY mood swings!! ??
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<< Will Metformin help my really CRAPPY mood swings!! ?? >> I’d like to hear about this, too… I constantly feel like a hormonal teenager. At age 35, this can be somewhat annoying (probably to those around me, as well).
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I have a 15 year daughter on 2500 mg.met three x a day and it has not helped her teenage attitude-we’re waiting!!
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Kronschobl wrote in message >Will Metformin help my really CRAPPY mood swings!! ??
I have found that a combination of low carb WOE and metformin has greatly improved my mood swings in addition to restoring my AF. I have been low carbing for 3 months and on metformin 1000 mg/day for 2 months. I have had 2 normal cycles in a row now, lost 24 pounds, have more energy, and have experienced less mood issues (my husband has commented several times on the improvement). Also my last ultrasound showed that one ovary was still polycystic but the other one seemed to be functioning normally. I follow a relatively low carb diet (not ultra low Atkins although I started with it for the first month). Besides the difficulty following it during travel, I have found it pretty easy to follow once I decided that I liked being thinner & healthier more than I liked bread and pasta. YMMV, but for me, getting my carbs/sugar under control has made a huge improvement. -MNF
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I’m from Wollongong in NSW, Australia. Following the advise from all those who were kind enough to respond to my last post, I have decided to hunt out an RE rather than my Gyno to help with my PCOS. Does anyone out there have anyone in this area (Sydney OK too) who they can recommend. Thanks Lynette
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I have seen a woman post many times on another site "www.inciid.org" and she always signs her name "Susie-OZ" and I am pretty sure she is from there. She has been through 12 IVF cycles I think so if you go to that site and post a note to her in the IVF waiting room she will probably see it and respond. (Sorry, I don’t know her e-mail address.) Denna
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Thanks, I’ll give it a try. Lynette – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – I have seen a woman post many times on another site "www.inciid.org" and she always signs her name "Susie-OZ" and I am pretty sure she is from there. She has been through 12 IVF cycles I think so if you go to that site and post a note to her in the IVF waiting room she will probably see it and respond. (Sorry, I don’t know her e-mail address.) Denna
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<<I have decided to hunt out an RE rather than my Gyno to help with my PCOS. Does anyone out there have anyone in this area (Sydney OK too) who they can recommend. Good move!! For a recommendation, you might ask around on alt.support.pco (the PCOS newsgroup) or try the Polycystic Ovary Association’s website at: http://www.pcosupport.org/ -Kay (please…no chain letters or mailing lists)
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Hi, I’m also from Oz (Newcastle) but am currently living in the USA. My sister is Oz is also doing IVF and I would recommend Sydney IVF as they are apparently the best in the country. They have a GREAT web-site http://www.sivf.com.au and the doctors are spread around the sydney suburbs. I know that they also have satellite centers but can’t remember if Wollongong is one of them. Good luck. Lisa
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My new RE just told me after u/s that one ovary looks polycystic (day 8). No one has ever told this to me before. I have been 7 yrs infertile with 2 previous RE’s and have undergone many medicated cycles including one failed IVF. (DH is also a factor) Here are my symptoms. Always get a period 28- 31 days. Ovaries very tender days 12-15 (without meds). spotting 1-4 days before period. Hormone levels are normal. Ovaries were huge and did not ovulate on clomid. No problems on perg/metrodin but not a big responder. Are any of the above symptoms of PCO? I thought if you had PCO you didn’t get periods. Are there any treatments I should be aware of? I will be undergoing IVF/ICSI in February. Thanks for any input. Janice
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Hi Janice Here is a web site that might help you out http://www.pcosupport.org/ or a fertility site is http://www.inciid.org/ Hope this helps and good luck to you Debbie
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