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Hi! I’m Rachel and I’m here to share all things PCOS-related.

Detroit, MI
Joined March 2017
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Often with #PCOS when we eat our sugars spike due to insulin , then quickly fall, leaving us feeling tired, lethargic and restless
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Do you know your D??? In a recent study of women with #PCOS, 72.8% of the patients were shown to have low levels of vitamin D
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There is a 2-3 fold increase for endometrial cancer in women with #PCOS from lack of ovulation, unopposed estrogen & lack of progesterone
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Sleep like a zombie With #PCOS sleep is vital! Sleep can lower blood sugar levels and cravings may go away completely!
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Should you eat organic foods if you are trying to conceive? Yes, according to the results of this study. Women... fb.me/A1HrRbUH
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Carving pumpkins 🎃 this weekend? Keep the seeds and roast them for snacks or to toss into meals. What's your... fb.me/zu7hof7W
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Many women woth #PCOS suffer from calcium(Vitamin D) and/or magnesium deficencies (common with pcos) when low, this can cause leg cramps.
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Emerging research is showing that coenzyme Q10 may offer numerous benefits to women with PCOS, Here’s what to... fb.me/1hMe0LzWw
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Most women with #PCOS have low grade inflammation. This inflammation is often systemic and can cause pain in joints and muscles
High testosterone levels associated with #PCOS may cause increased urinary urgency, incontinence and a need to urinate at night.
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Yes, you need to eat carbohydrates if you have #PCOS. Here's why: fb.me/Z4wFN4W6
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Circadian misalignment impairs glucose sensitivity: glucose ⬆️6% and insulin ⬆️22% #shiftworkersbeware #FNCE
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Including anti-inflammatory foods into your diet is so important for #PCOS women. Here's what to know: fb.me/1F1tORP8D
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What women with PCOS should know about heart disease: fb.me/81e2FiVe5
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