Welcome to another segment of Fertility Chat on Twitter! The topic for this week was focused on one of the most common causes of infertility – PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome). In this archive you will discover which supplements may help, the foods you should (and shouldn’t) be eating and important resources and blogs to watch for. 
Start from the bottom and read up – feel free to add some comments at the bottom if you have anything to share. Enjoy!
Start from the bottom and read up – feel free to add some comments at the bottom if you have anything to share. Enjoy!Fertility Chat Archive – Oct. 28th – Topic: PCOS
drewnesbitt Drew Nesbitt
Thanks again for everyone’s input today! I think we will do more disease-specific topics in the future on #fertilitychat
drewnesbitt Drew Nesbitt
@donielle Thanks for the input Donielle! You have satisfied my curiosity! #fertilitychat
drewnesbitt Drew Nesbitt
@FranMeadows I agree, the acupuncture/diet combo is very powerful. #fertilitychat
drewnesbitt Drew Nesbitt
@FranMeadows Better late than never Fran! Thanks for joining in!#fertilitychat
FranMeadows Fran Meadows
@drewnesbitt Joining in late I have a few minutes friends hv #PCOS& change in diet exercise w/ acupuncture has helped them #fertilitychat
drewnesbitt Drew Nesbitt
drewnesbitt Drew Nesbitt
In Canada, we have to be referred to a fertility clinic to get our AMH levels. Family doctor is unable to offer it. #fertilitychat
drewnesbitt Drew Nesbitt
Anti-Müllerian hormone (AMH) is a glycoprotein produced in the granulosa cells of the ovary. High levels can indicate #PCOS. #fertilitychat
drewnesbitt Drew Nesbitt
Any #PCOS people have their AMH levels tested? AMH is a way to measure ovarian reserve but also to diagnose #PCOS #fertilitychat
drewnesbitt Drew Nesbitt
For #PCOS sufferers above 35, I like to include CoQ10 and melatonin as well (to help improve egg quality). #fertilitychat
drewnesbitt Drew Nesbitt
Loads of interesting research on NAC…check it out of you are dealing with #PCOS! #fertilitychat
donielle Naturally Knocked Up
RT“@drewnesbitt: What about supplements for #PCOS?” —-> I like fish oils, & a whole foods based prenatal & B complex. #fertilitychat
drewnesbitt Drew Nesbitt
Common supplements for #PCOS include inositol (DCI), chromium, NAC, vitamin D, C, DHA’s and magnesium. #fertilitychat
drewnesbitt Drew Nesbitt
What about supplements for #PCOS? Anyone use something that worked well for them? What are you currently taking? #fertilitychat
drewnesbitt Drew Nesbitt
#Acupuncture articles indicating benefit for PCOS (for those interested). 1.usa.gov/grFZUm 1.usa.gov/tTnLFE #fertilitychat
drewnesbitt Drew Nesbitt
Electro-#acupuncture has also shown to be beneficial for those with #PCOS – #fertilitychat. 1.usa.gov/s7EsJk
drewnesbitt Drew Nesbitt
-cont- Extremely interesting therapy to work with! Good for so many hormonal issues. #fertilitychat
drewnesbitt Drew Nesbitt
#Acupuncture affects #PCOS via modulation of the sympathetic nervous system, the endocrine and the neuroendocrine system. #fertilitychat
drewnesbitt Drew Nesbitt
Being a TCM practitioner, acupuncture and herbs are important for PCOS. However, I am very happy that I also do nutrition! #fertilitychat
drewnesbitt Drew Nesbitt
Some people require different therapies for better results…no “one size fits all” treatment with PCOS! #fertilitychat
donielle Naturally Knocked Up
@drewnesbitt yup the OB/gyn just said I cld take meds to get pregnant if I had problems- no other advice. #fertilitychat
drewnesbitt Drew Nesbitt
My treatments include #acupuncture, herbs, supplements, diet & exercise. However, not all #PCOS clients are the same. Cont #fertilitychat
drewnesbitt Drew Nesbitt
I wrote a quick article on why it is important to maintain a healthy BMI with those with PCOS. bit.ly/vGnPVI #fertilitychat
drewnesbitt Drew Nesbitt
With PCOS, weight control is also an issue. Studies have shown that even moderate weight loss can help. #fertilitychat
donielle Naturally Knocked Up
One of the biggest problems I had in treating my #PCOS was that doctors didn’t have a clue #fertilitychat told me there was nothing I cld do
drewnesbitt Drew Nesbitt
@redtentsisters Any books on PCOS you can recommend that you have in stock? Love your selection! #fertilitychat
drewnesbitt Drew Nesbitt
@fertilitylaw I agree! Whenever there is good news to share…I try my best to get it out there! Thanks for coming Sara. #fertilitychat
fertilitylaw Sara R. Cohen
@drewnesbitt well, at least that is some good news with respect to #PCOS! #fertilitychat bit.ly/tSCzaA #fertilitychat
drewnesbitt Drew Nesbitt
@donielle I will be sure to check in with you if I find something worth while. #fertilitychat
drewnesbitt Drew Nesbitt
@youarelovedTSS I will be sure to check out your site after #fertilitychat. Thanks for letting me know.
drewnesbitt Drew Nesbitt
Has anyone read The PCOS Diet Plan by Wright? @PCOSDiet Has some decent reviews and looks quite comprehensive. #fertilitychat
drewnesbitt Drew Nesbitt
I am looking for some good book resources for clients…any thoughts? #fertilitychat
youarelovedTSS youareloved
Our nonprofit has two goals – the 2nd relates to this chat – #2 provide factual information about menstruation #fertilitychat
drewnesbitt Drew Nesbitt
@donielle Wonderful! I will keep checking in for sure. #fertilitychat
donielle Naturally Knocked Up
@drewnesbitt I do have a recipes page. www.naturallyknockedup.com/recipes #fertilitychat will start doing menu plans again soon as well.
donielle Naturally Knocked Up
Best tip for overcoming #PCOS ? Get rid of refined sugar. And don’t follow a low fat diet!! #fertilitychat
drewnesbitt Drew Nesbitt
@youarelovedtss Speaking of support, I love the sitesoulcysters.com. Have you seen it? #fertilitychat
drewnesbitt Drew Nesbitt
@donielle @KeeperHome @WardehHarmon @KimiHarris@frugalgranola Perfect! Exactly what I was hoping for! Thanks! #fertilitychat
youarelovedTSS youareloved
@SuzesCorner so much to learn – no one would expect you to feel comfortable after just 2 mos — support helps so much #fertilitychat
drewnesbitt Drew Nesbitt
@donielle Do you have recipe ideas on your site? Would love to send people over to it. #fertilitychat
drewnesbitt Drew Nesbitt
@SuzesCorner Thanks for joining. We will be talking about some general PCOS blogs with food info soon so stay tuned! #fertilitychat
donielle Naturally Knocked Up
@drewnesbitt for #pcos diet- sugar & refined flour free, plenty of unprocessed fats, focus on meat & veggies, not breads. #fertilitychat
drewnesbitt Drew Nesbitt
Some happy news for those with PCOS – better ovarian reserve than the average woman! More here. bit.ly/tSCzaA #fertilitychat
SuzesCorner Suzanne M
I was dx’d w/ #PCOS 2 months ago and most days still feel lost. I’m trying to wrk on diet & diet blogs wld help! #fertilitychat
drewnesbitt Drew Nesbitt
I am always looking for new food blogs to recommend to my #PCOS clients, anyone have a favourite? #fertilitychat
drewnesbitt Drew Nesbitt
@donielle Great advice Donielle! Thanks for chiming in… #fertilitychat
donielle Naturally Knocked Up
any #realfood or #primal blogs! RT “@drewnesbitt: nutrition is important for PCOS, any helpful blogs out there re diet?#fertilitychat”
drewnesbitt Drew Nesbitt
A low glycemic diet is the way to go! Great resource is The G.I. Diet by Gallop. Any other recommendations? #fertilitychat
drewnesbitt Drew Nesbitt
Check out @donielle for some fantastic PCOS articles and recipe ideas at naturallyknockedup.com. #fertilitychat
drewnesbitt Drew Nesbitt
We all know how important nutrition is for PCOS, any helpful blogs out there regarding diet? #fertilitychat
drewnesbitt Drew Nesbitt
Hoping to touch on therapies (supplements, diet, acupuncture etc), success stories, helpful tips from sufferers & more. #fertilitychat
youarelovedTSS youareloved
Thanks for sending along an invitation – is this a weekly chat? #fertilitychat
drewnesbitt Drew Nesbitt
Thanks for joining me for #FertilityChat! This weeks topic - #PCOS(Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome).
drewnesbitt Drew Nesbitt
#fertilitychat starts in just 1 minute! Stay tuned for some interesting info on #PCOS
drewnesbitt Drew Nesbitt
#fertilitychat is only 5min away! Looking forward to everyone’s input on the subject of #PCOS – tell me what’s worked for you!
drewnesbitt Drew Nesbitt
@incyst Promote your site on #fertilitychat, today at 4pm (less than 15 min away). Topic is PCOS. Hope to see you there!
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