Interest in starting a Paleo PCOS group? - PaleoHacks.com

Interest in starting a Paleo PCOS group?

2012-01-23T15:05:42Z

I've seen several PCOS threads on here ( though most are kind of old) and was wondering who here has PCOS or related issues and if there is any interest in starting an online discussion group related to the Paleo lifestyle and PCOS? I am still new here but paleo seems a million times better than metformin or birth control.

Answer by holly for Interest in starting a Paleo PCOS group?

2012-01-23T20:31:57Z

i do not have pcos (i don't think) but i would find it useful as i am thin with blood sugar issues and probably some hormonal stuff going on that i havent figured out yet >_<

Answer by Lauren for Interest in starting a Paleo PCOS group?

2012-01-23T21:09:54Z

I have PCOS and I haven't improved at all since going Paleo, which is pretty disappointing...but I don't think my particular type is of the insulin resistant variety...which is a drag because that means diet change won't help it...

Answer by PaleoPromise for Interest in starting a Paleo PCOS group?

2012-01-24T00:31:44Z

I am just starting paleo in hopes of curing my PCOS! So I think a group sounds like a great idea!

Answer by Jessica for Interest in starting a Paleo PCOS group?

2012-01-24T07:07:31Z

Please do! I have just recently discovered Paleo and would love to know how it is working for others with PCOS. I never even thought of changing my diet to help with my symptoms, but after doing research and reading testimonials I am even more dedicated to this lifestyle.

Answer by Celley for Interest in starting a Paleo PCOS group?

2012-01-24T09:18:21Z

I've had fantastic success with Paleo & my PCOS Emotionally stable, sugar levels stable and healthy For the first time in 11 years, I'm able to menstruate regularly without the use of outside medications/hormones... all other symptoms have subsided or been minimized as well.

I'd be really excited to have some other Paleo/PCOS chicks to chat up with (:

Answer by danigirl for Interest in starting a Paleo PCOS group?

2012-01-24T16:10:11Z

I think there are a few paleo girls over at soulcyster forums, but there's definitely not anything organized. I would definitely be interested in something like this!

Answer by Sarah for Interest in starting a Paleo PCOS group?

2012-01-24T18:56:15Z

So I was diagnosed with PCOS many, many years ago. I didn't really care at the time, because I was 20 and single and not interested in having babies.

Fast forward a few years, and I found Paleo. I loved it and went for it!

Fast forward a few more years, and my husband and I decided to start trying for a baby. I figured we'd try for a year and then end up in fertility treatment because of my PCOS.

We got pregnant 13 days later. After I had the baby and weaned her over a year later, my periods came back with no problems, very regular. No more PCOS. Somewhere between going Paleo and getting pregnant, my PCOS just... went away. I have no other symptoms (though I never had the visual symptoms of PCOS anyways - never extra weight, extra hair, etc. But still.)

And after a few months of regular cycles... we're now pregnant with #2. :-)

So go Paleo and good luck! And I think some sort of group is a great idea. This REALLY worked for me.

Answer by Jeda for Interest in starting a Paleo PCOS group?

2012-01-24T20:10:51Z

I'm game. I have PCOS too. Always had very heavy periods though. And the typical testosterone+ issues that come along with PCOS. Hirsuitism, built like a linebacker, etc. I've been on Yaz for years and now I don't have a period at all. Doc swears it's fine, but I don't know. On metformin for years too. What a ridiculous ride it's been.

Answer by Jan for Interest in starting a Paleo PCOS group?

2012-01-24T23:12:23Z

Yes, please! I'm new to paleo too, and it would be great to hear tips from others who have had success getting their bodies back!

Answer by Aglaee the Paleo RD for Interest in starting a Paleo PCOS group?

2012-02-18T16:18:04Z

I started a private facebook group for women with PCOS interested in the Paleo lifestyle here: http://www.facebook.com/groups/396848623705000/

Answer by Kirstie for Interest in starting a Paleo PCOS group?

2012-02-28T09:56:50Z

Count me in too, I have only just been told that I have pcos. I've been 'almost' paleo for a while now. Time to get serious. Wish me luck :-) p.s. We are ttc as well

Answer by Trindi for Interest in starting a Paleo PCOS group?

2012-03-01T21:40:00Z

Let's do it! I have the same problem and it is only 6 months I know that the main reason for my struggling for years was/is IR and PCOS. I'am on Paleo diet for 3 weeks now and tomorrow I'am planning to visit my doctor. I'am curious about what he will tell me and what the ultrasound will show. What I already see is that my hair stopped falling out and I lost 3kg-s. I'am also taking metformin (1 pill a day), but I would really want to quit.

Answer by Julia for Interest in starting a Paleo PCOS group?

2012-03-05T02:28:50Z

I'm in! I'm new to Paleo and newly diagnosed PCOS. We're hoping for more children but my cycles have pretty much stopped. I'm struggling with the paleo switch. I miss sweets and dairy terribly. Any help in how to curb the cravings would be greatly appreciated! I need help!

Answer by Aiko for Interest in starting a Paleo PCOS group?

2012-03-10T20:42:45Z

I would totally be interested in joining a pcos paleo community. My hormones are flipping out I am fatigued and moody. The more I look into the science of the paleo way of eating it is making more and more sense it could help with pcos, diabetes, food allergies and more.

Answer by tinyday for Interest in starting a Paleo PCOS group?

2012-03-21T01:41:29Z

I can't explain how thrilled and relieved I am to see that paleo may be a solution for PCOS! Here is my abridged progression of events: 1. was on hormonal birth control for almost ten years (basically since 1st menses), initially for acne and then for BC. just went off it last September after learning about the risks/side effects/possible correlation with gallstones (which I have). had normal periods for 3 months 2. unrelated, started doing paleo in November. I was losing weight and it was going great 3. starting in December, didn't have periods for three months, accompanied by ovarian pain. suspected PCOS. got an ultrasound yesterday, got the results back today: ovarian cysts + amenorrhea = PCOS 4. am noticing now that I've stopped losing weight (could be due to recent lapses in adherence to paleothough), am possibly even gaining weight, and I could be imagining things but my upper lip hair seems darker.

Anyway, I'm excited to read through all of the older threads about this, but I'd like to be added to any group that forms around this stuff.

Answer by KC for Interest in starting a Paleo PCOS group?

2012-05-02T13:03:46Z

COunt me in too -- if you can figure out how to form a group I'll join. I posted something a while back - metformin was AWFUL for me, I never went on the pill, and after getting my period from every 47-64 days, after eating paleo I get it every 32-37 days, don't miss periods anymore. initially i was excited because I lost 20 pounds, but now I'm back up to 192 at 5'8" and not happy about it - definite insulin resistance (I have acanthosis nigricans) I think i've been eating too many nuts. I'm not giving up though and am hoping others can help with weight loss :) Paleo has been great for stabilizing moods, blood sugar and period, but I was hoping it could do more for weight loss. THere's got to be a solution!! I will check out soulcysters too but am interested in joining this group

Answer by Nurta for Interest in starting a Paleo PCOS group?

2012-05-02T13:41:12Z

Yes! I'd be very interested in joining this group or hearing more paleo PCOS women share their stories. I basically went paleo b/c of my PCOS and b/c I had heard so many women had success with it.

I noticed that this thread is kind of old but I did see the facebook group so I'll start there. If there is still more interest in getting this going I'd love to participate.

Answer by Hanna for Interest in starting a Paleo PCOS group?

2012-09-05T22:42:42Z

Did you make a group yet? :)

Answer by reluctantMANGO for Interest in starting a Paleo PCOS group?

2012-09-06T00:57:39Z

I'd like to know if this group got off the ground - how do I sign up??!?!! PCOS is but one of the reasons I started this WOE, and I'd like to hear about others' experiences.

Answer by Ashley for Interest in starting a Paleo PCOS group?

2012-09-06T02:30:36Z

I would be interested as well.

I'm starting to have my doubts about my PCOS diagnosis. The more resources the better though!