Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is more than just a hormonal imbalance; it’s a condition affecting the health and wellness of millions of women. From irregular menstrual cycles and hormonal fluctuations to challenges with fertility and metabolic disruptions, its symptoms definitely make staying healthy quite the challenge. While there is no cure for PCOS, it’s important […]
My journey to lose weight with PCOS began in my early twenties, after gaining 40 pounds in several years. I didn’t fully understand why I gained all that weight until I was diagnosed with PCOS at the age of 23. Although I researched this endocrine disorder to death, I struggled with weight loss for the
Given my introverted nature, I’ve never been to a gym to work out. I’ve always set up what I needed in terms of exercise equipment in my basement and completed my workouts in my subterranean home gym without the prying eyes and unwiped sweat of other gym-goers… Now yes, I understand that some people need
Have you heard of the high fat, low carb keto diet? Are you considering it as a diet plan for PCOS weight loss? Of the hundreds of diet trends floating around out there, the weight loss success stories of the ketogenic diet definitely caught my attention – and isn’t everyone trying keto now? This high
We all know that a good diet is essential for great health. The link between what we eat and how our bodies react has been well established throughout history. Unfortunately, that doesn’t always mean we know what to eat and when to eat it. In a previous post, I talked about the best supplements for
Every year that passes seems to bring more stress with it… As I enter perimenopause and deal with more stress at home and at work, I get less sleep and have more anxiety. I’m always on the lookout for any tips, products or gadgets to boost energy and reduce my stress levels, so when I
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Is it just me, or is everyone raving about intermittent fasting and all it’s health and weight loss benefits? Always looking for the latest weight loss fad to help me lose some postpartum pounds, I decided to give this intermittent fasting thing a go… Was fasting difficult? Did I lose any weight? I share my
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SO FYI – I’m terrible with body care. I’ll spend 20 minutes on my facial skin care routine, but my poor dilapidated body might get a few minutes of attention in the shower. I really want to do things like exfoliate my legs or moisturize my arms, but I’m just so damn tired and there’s
Wondering how to pick the right weight for strength training to build muscle and avoid injury? It’s the million dollar question for anyone starting a strength training routine, so you’re not alone. Trying to pick the right amount of weight to lift as a strength training beginner can be challenging if you don’t know where
Many women with PCOS only see it as an issue when they are trying to conceive and I’m here to tell that it’s possible to get pregnant with PCOS naturally, because I did it. I know what I did and how I got pregnant may not work for everyone, but I wanted to share my
Pregnancy and childbirth can be rough! And trying to get your body into pre-baby form can be even tougher. Many women complain about having “mummy tummy” after baby – otherwise known as a loose, soft stomach area or baby pooch that refuses to go away even when you lose that post-partum weight. During pregnancy, it’s
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Over the years, women have shown that working out at the gym, lifting weights and doing all sorts of hardcore physical activities is not just for the guys. But staying motivated on a fitness journey can be hard, especially with all the twists and turns life has to offer. I myself find that I have
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