Apple Cider Vinegar for PCOS, and Insulin Resistance.

                          
Take Apple Cider Vinegar before or with your meals. This allows the ACV enough time to absorb into your system and start working.

By taking ACV before or with meals it will help reduce the rise of your blood sugar that normally occurs after you have finished eating.

This greatly aids in reducing the spike in your blood sugar and keeps your body from producing to much Insulin.

When your body is not producing large amounts of Insulin it reduces the amount of testosterone.

When you lower your testosterone you also reduce your PCOS symptoms such as. . .acne, hair loss, excess hair and menstrual irregularity.

Directions :

Use Organic Apple Cider Vinegar  ( with the mother)

You will need to dilute the ACV with water. I take 2 to 4tsp with a half of glass of water.

The taste will take some getting use to. Try starting off with a lower amount and working your way up.

       Caution:

I am not a doctor, and this is not meant to replace your physician.This post is souly based upon my personal experience , as well as my own findings while doing research. If you have any concerns please contact your physician.

How Cinnamon Can Be Used To Help Reverse Your PCOS Symptoms

Cinnamon is well known for it's medicinal value in lowering LDL cholesterol and blood sugar, treating various types of cancers and arthritis.

But now, there is a good news for women with poly cystic ovaries, because cinnamon is known to reduce Insulin resistance, the underlying cause of PCOS. Studies conducted at the Columbia university Medical Center have proven this fact, that regular consumption of cinnamon can improve glucose tolerance and reduce the symptoms in poly cystic ovarian disease.

Cinnamon can prove to be one of the best home remedy for PCOS in following ways:

●     Cinnamon can help you lose weight by improving the carbohydrate utilization in the body.

●     It can not only reduce blood glucose levels but also improve lipid profile.

●     Use of cinnamon daily in your recipes can reduce insulin resistance and also the levels of testosterone (male sex hormone) thereby reducing the masculine characteristics in females with PCOS.

●     With the help of Cinnamon, you can get rid of those extra facial hair, oily skin and acne. Also it can help regularize your menses, improve fertility.

●     Women with poly cystic ovaries consuming cinnamon regularly are also known to have reduced hair fall.

●     With the reduction in other symptoms, you may also get rid of those dark patches commonly found on the neck in poly cystic ovaries.

Cinnamon can be used in a powdered form and added to your daily simple recipes. It is also available in tablet form. You can also boil it in water and consume it as cinnamon tea. Intake of about 1-2 tsp of cinnamon powder is recommended daily for women with PCOS. Higher doses of cinnamon are known to cause liver damage. Before starting with this home remedy you may consult your diabetes doctor once because at times it may happen, that your medication plus the additional home remedy together can cause hypoglycemia.

I Drink Coffee With PCOS

Good Morning Cysters

It's another dreary and rainy day here in NYC. 8am and I'm still in bed, in my pj's. I love the way the rain sounds on the roof, and how the house is quiet and cozy as everyone is asleep except me.
Time for my coffee. COFFEE?! Did she just say coffee? Yes., yes I did. This is one luxury I still allow myself. It is just that, a luxury. Instead of 4cups of jet fuel a day, I limit my intake to 1 to 2 small cups in the morning, and I've also modified it. ( no more pesticides for me ). . . I now use organic coffee, with coconut creamer and cinnamon. I also add just a touch of Raw Extra Virgin Coconut Oil to it as well. Eww coconut oil in my coffee !! ( I know right ) It actually does not give a greasy texture, but rather a silky smooth one. However, the raw coconut oil plays a much more important roll. Studies have shown that raw coconut oil helps stabilize your blood sugar, now, not only does that help prevent my cup of caffeine from spiking my insulin, but so does the cinnamon. This is why I do not feel guilty about my little morning indulgence. I believe we Cysters can find a solution for just about anything, you know why? Because we are persistent. We deserve to enjoy the every day flavors of food that nourishes and heals our bodies. Who says it has to be boring?

In all my glory enjoying this coffee ;)

Grilled Shrimp Salad with Orange Ginger Vinaigrette

Dressing

• 1/4 cup orange juice (fresh squeezed)
• 1/4 to Red wine vinegar
• 1 1/2 tablespoons of Raw honey
• 2 tablespoons minced ginger
• 1/2 cup of extra virgin olive oil 
• 2 teaspoons of soy sauce 
• Fresh basil

Salad 

• Shrimp (salt and pepper to taste) drizzle with extra virgin olive oil and grill 
• Green leaf lettuce
• Oranges
• Wild blueberries 
• Blue cheese crumbles 
• Honey toasted almond slivers
• Thinly sliced green apple

Combine all ingredients in bowl, toss and drizzle with vinaigrette ENJOY!  

Raw Coconut Oil Helps PCOS

   Benefits of Raw Coconut Oil

1. Keep You Healthy and Slim
   You can help boost and regulate your metabolism to keep your weight under control with this wonder oil.
2. Support Your Immune System
   Organic coconut oil is jam-packed with lauric acid, the immune supporting nutrient.
3. Promote Heart Health
   Packed full of healthy fats that are good for your heart, organic coconut oil is a great addition to your daily diet.
4. Give You Instant Energy
   Organic coconut oil can help you feel less fatigued and require less sleep by stimulating your metabolism. It can also enhance athletic performance.
5. Support Healthy Thyroid Function
   Organic coconut oil helps to stimulate the activity and proper functioning of this important gland which provides energy, supports the health of your skin and metabolism, and keeps your moods in balance.
6. Help Keep Your Skin Youthful, Smooth & Healthy Looking
   Using organic virgin coconut oil as a lotion will help improve your skin, hair, and nails due to its moisturizing and smoothing effects that also promote elasticity.
7. Increase Cell Regeneration
   When your metabolic rate increases, your cell regeneration speeds up, too. This means that your body will more quickly replace old cells with newer, healthier cells.
8. Promote Anti-Viral, Anti-Fungal, and Anti-Bacterial Activity
   Teeming with lauric acid, organic coconut oil possesses abundant natural agents that may reduce fungus, bacteria and the viruses that cause influenza, herpes, and other illnesses.
9. Improve Insulin Secretion
   This helps to better utilize glucose to balance insulin output which can help relieve the symptoms and reduce the health risks associated with diabetes.
10. Protect Your Body from Disease
    Organic coconut oil may help protect your body from cell damaging free radicals.