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Polycystic ovarian syndrome is the number one cause of irregular periods and infertility in women.It affects 10% of women worldwide.PCOS is a condition of overproduction of androgens by the ovaries.In essence, the ovaries produce too much testosterone, causing abnormal hair growth, irregular or absent menstruation/ovulation, acne, and small benign cysts on the ovaries.If left undetected, PCOS can lead to cancer, heart disease, and diabetes.While researchers haven’t determined the cause of PCOS, they know it is linked to insulin resistance, which causes obesity.

That’s where this book comes in.Insulin resistance can be controlled with a low-carb diet fairly easily.What to Do When the Doctor Says It’s PCOS gives sufferers a diet and nutritional treatment program that goes beyond the usual regimen of birth control pills and fertility drugs.It can be used as an alternative and/or adjunct to their current treatments.

Cheryl Kimball is a free-lance writer and editor.She is former Director of Chronimed Publishing, a health book publisher with a focus on diet and diabetes.She is also former Publisher of the trade books division of Heinemann, a Reed International-owned education publisher.

Milton Hammerly, M.D. is a board-certified family practitioner and Medical Director of Complementary and Alternative Medicine for the Catholic Health Initiatives’ Centura Health facilities nationwide.He is author of four books in the Integrative Health Series:Diabetes, Depression, Menopause, and Fibromyalgia.He contribute regularly to professional journals and has taught at the Mind-Body Health Center in Aurora, CO.He lives in Denver, CO. ... Read more

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PCOS
When I finished reading What to Do When the Doctor Says It's PCOSI felt much more informed about PCOS, what it means to have PCOS, the symptoms of PCOS, and what I can do to help the symptoms of PCOS, including weight gain.It helped me understand what is wrong with my body and I even learned a bit about how my thyroid interacts with my PCOS.I also learned that many people with PCOS can go on to become diabetic and what I can do to avoid this happening to me.I give this 5 stars because it is well written, laid out nicely, and very informative.

Great overview of PCOS practical advice.
I wish I had this book when I was first diagnosed with PCOS.This book introduces many different aspects of PCOS evaluation and treatment options in language that the patient can understand.

Good overall read, something you should invest in when you find out you have PCOS.
I sure didn't know what to read when I was diagnosed.There are a wealth of articles online if you do some basic researching.But I wanted hard copies of information.You know, stuff I could dog ear and highlight. :)This is one of the better books, so I recommend it.Especially if you're new to the idea of PCOS and don't know where to start.Good luck, ladies.

good explanations
If you've just been diagnosed with PCOS this book gives a lot of information and explanations to help you through the diagnosis

Deeply flawed, but a decent basic overview
Considering that this was published in 2003 and written by a pair of non-specialists (a family practitioner as opposed to an endocrinologist and a how-to author who's written about topics from horses to decorating) it's a good overview of the topic. However the coverage of individual topics is superficial, the tone is dumbed down, and then there are a couple of flaws that really stick in my craw. The chapter covering how a normal period is supposed to work was one of the most reader-unfriendly descriptions I've ever read. It was disorganized, confusing and patronizing. Worse, the book harps in chapter after chapter about weight loss, implying shamelessly that obesity is a cause of PCOS and weight loss is a treatment for it. In this the authors repeat the prejuidice one sees so often against the fundamentally benign and normal variation of adipose tissue. ... Read more

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If you’ve been diagnosed with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) or suspect you have it, and you’re looking for a way to manage your condition, you’ve come to the right place. In The New Glucose Revolution Guide to Living Well with PCOS, Dr. Jennie Brand-Miller--author of the New York Times bestseller The New Glucose Revolution, the authoritative guide to the glycemic index--along with Dr. Nadir Farid and Kate Marsh, address the root cause of PCOS--insulin resistance--and show you how eating a low-GI diet can help alleviate even your most troublesome symptoms, including:

Weight gain
Unsightly hair growth
Irregular cycles
Fatigue
Infertility
Hypoglycemia
Acne
Mood swings

Filled with indispensable advice on switching to the low-GI diet, incorporating exercise into your lifestyle, and preserving your overall health and well-being, as well as thirty delicious recipes, The New Glucose Revolution Guide to Living Well with PCOS will help you beat your PCOS symptoms and take back control over your life. ... Read more

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it was ok
You get what one would expect considering the size of the book.

It's good at giving detailed information about the effects of glucose on your health.The shortcoming is the section on the GI Diet.If I had not read other books and information, I would have been confused.

Tiny & thin book
Decent info but not at all what I was expecting.There are many better PCOS books out there and the G.I. diet info was limited.

Great Diet Information
This book is excellent for diet management of PCOS, the seven steps are so useful and have helped me lose over 19 pounds in 3 months.The sample grocery list is very helpful as are the recipes. Very much recommend!

Didn't work for me.
I've had PCOS for 23 years and have fought weight gain for most of them.The only time my body responded positively to any diet was on the Carbohydrate Addict's diet for Life.The only thing is, it's really hard to stay on it.I was at a healthy weight when I quit smoking, and figured I would try the Low G.I. for PCOS book for a new way of eating.I gained 20 lbs. in 6 months.I couldn't control the carb intake.Low G.I. or not, this diet made me crave more carbs, which in turn makes my hormones go crazy and makes me gain weight, esp. in my abdomen.I hope it works for other women with PCOS, but sadly, I did not get my money's worth from this book.

Very informative.Easy to understand.
I don't know a lot of medical terms, nor do I want to, but this book helped me to understand what my body is doing.If you are diagnosed with PCOS, this is a MUST read!! ... Read more

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Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is the most common endocrinopathy in women of reproductive age. Providing a state-of-the-art analysis of the connection between insulin resistance and PCOS, this book comprehensively covers a range of topics. It provides an up-to-date and balanced overview of PCOS, with specific attention to the role of insulin resistance in its pathogenesis. It also examines diet and lifestyle factors in the aetiology and management of PCOS.

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Not another diet but a lifestyle change
I was recommended this book a couple of years ago from a friend and have always been grateful. Instead of reading like a diet guide the author explains GI and why certain foods should not be eaten together etc.The recipes are very tasty, however do require plenty of preparation and thought as opposed to a low fat diet. It has helped me maintain a healthy weight and encouraged me to finally cut out extra sugar and coffee!

Easy to read & worked for me in practice
This book is well written, very easy to read and the logic behind it makes sense.It prescribes eating good carbs, avoiding bad carbs, separating protein & carbs in a meal, and waiting a certain period of time before switching from a protein meal to a carb meal & vice versa.

Once you get the knack of all that, it's easy to do and I found it removed my sugar swings/low blood sugar episodes altogether.However you do need to stick to the plan religiously to lose weight from it.

great read
Bought this book but thought it would be like most other diet books which you read but never put into practice. However, it is simply written and thr diet, although not really aa "diet" is realistic and easy to follow on a daily basis. This low carb diet does work as well, within a few weeks the results were obvious and my cholestrol had fallen. Definetly recommend this book to anyone wanting to lose weight and reduce cholesterol. ... Read more

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Very Informative
An excellent read for somone with PCOS or a profesional.Hard to follow for the lay person. ... Read more

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