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Posted by Amy on May 24, 2013 in: Blog, PCOS Lifestyle, PCOS Treatment, Stress Reduction.

Anxiety can be one of what often seems like a myriad of PCOS symptoms.  I have shared some of my favorite ways to overcome anxiety naturally below.  But I do think regardless of PCOS, many people struggle with anxiety.  I just came across this quote by  Paulo Coehlo, the author …

Posted by Amy on May 24, 2013 in: Blog, Fertility, PCOS Supplements, PCOS Treatment.

Last summer I wrote a post about myo-inositol and how it helps PCOS. I also introduced a myo-inositol supplement sold under the name Pregnitude. Pregnitude is a myo-inositol and folic acid nutritional supplement that has been around for years in Europe where it is known as INOFOLIC and is made in …

Posted by Amy on May 24, 2013 in: Blog, PCOS Lifestyle, PCOS Treatment, Stress Reduction.

The habit of meditation is one of the most powerful things I’ve ever learned.  It really helps me stay in the moment when I struggle with anxiety and overwhelm.
Amazingly, it’s also one of the most simple habits to do — you can do it anywhere, any time, and it will …

Posted by Amy on May 24, 2013 in: Blog, Fertility, PCOS Lifestyle, PCOS Treatment, Stress Reduction.

If you have been following PCOS Diva for a while, then you know I am always looking for ways to improve my health and manage my PCOS naturally.  There is one tool in my toolbox that I have not shared with you yet. I’ve been holding out.  I guess I …

Posted by Amy on May 16, 2013 in: Blog, Nutrition.

Detox diets are all rage right now and I am often asked if it is okay to do a fast or detox diet when you have PCOS. I think the answer is both yes and no.
Detox diets that promise to help you shed 20 pounds in two weeks are not …

Posted by Amy on April 25, 2013 in: Blog, PCOS Lifestyle, PCOS News.

Cliff and Amy Medling
I was recently asked by Sapphire Jackson, the writer and director of Pearls: A Documentary Series about PCOS to participate in her project. I was happy to and invited Sapphire and her production team to my home. I shared my thoughts on thriving with PCOS and my …

Posted by Amy on April 25, 2013 in: PCOS Treatment, Product Review, Reviews.

Hair loss and hair growth, in my book, are two of the worst symptoms of PCOS.  It is an ironic twist of fate that we lose hair where we wish we had more, and grow hair where we wish we had less.  Lately there have been some very brave women …

Posted by Amy on April 23, 2013 in: Blog, PCOS Breakfast, PCOS Clean Eating, PCOS Diet, PCOS Recipes.

When my husband and I were first married, we used to enjoy going out for Sunday breakfast.  I would always start with a large orange juice and coffee, extra light, extra sugar.  Belgium waffles with real maple syrup and whipped cream was my main course.  We would then make our …

Posted by Amy on March 23, 2013 in: Blog, Fertility, Nutrition, PCOS Diet, PCOS Treatment.

I am going to lay it unequivocally on the line here –   If you have PCOS and are trying to get pregnant, then I believe you need to avoid gluten.
I have written extensively on the subject of living a gluten-free lifestyle for managing PCOS. Read my previous post here.  I receive …

Posted by Amy on March 23, 2013 in: Blog, PCOS Clean Eating, PCOS Recipes, Snacks.

Berries are not only loaded with antioxidants, but they are also low glycemic and have lots of fiber.  This makes berries a great go-to dessert choice for women with PCOS.  I’ve combined strawberries with a gluten-free pie crust and coconut cream for a delicious springtime dessert.
 
Strawberry Coconut Cream Pie
 
Crust:
1/2 cup …