Bill had a follow up appointment today because he has been having bad pain in his left shoulder since the wreck. He goes for a MRI tomorrow afternoon. They think something may be tore in his shoulder. If it is tore then he'll have to have surgery but if it's not then they said he'd just have to do physical therapy. The dr. said she would have the results of the MRI by Friday. Once we know what it is I'll update you all.
I am still having a lot of pain in my back, neck and headaches. I am still seeing the Chiropractor so hopefully I will eventually get better and not hurt anymore.
I have noticed that since the wreck my eyes have been hurting badly, and my eye sight keeps getting worse. So i'm going to have to get in to see a dr. ASAP! Bill read online that it is common after bad wrecks. It's a sign of a brain injury, (which the concussion is a brain injury).
2009 is going to be a great and challenging year. I am starting the low carb lifestyle again on January 1st. I lost 30 lbs on it before and then went off of it. I felt so good while on it and it controlled my diabetes and made me have normal blood sugars. I am going to start it and stay on it this time.
I am also going to join Curves for Women and go there to exercise at least 3 days a week. I cannot sign up for a few weeks because the Chiropractor wants me to give my back some more time to heal before I start Curves but I will join before the end of January.
I am SO tired of being overweight, and never feeling good. I AM going to lose weight, get healthy and get my diabetes under control! We want to have a baby so badly and I have infertility due to the PCOS. If I lose weight it will help the pcos and help my body get regulated so I can conceive.
I am more determined now than I have ever been. I know I CAN and Will do this!
As many of you know Bill and I have been taking a suppliment called, Fertilaid. Fertilaid is doctor-approved, Ob/GYN recommended fertility supplements designed to enhance fertility and improve reproductive health. I seen an ad for it in Conceive magazine in November and ordered it. A lot of women with PCOS has taken it and had gotten pregnant just by taking it.
I never had periods on my own until I started taking Fertilaid. Now I have had two periods on my own (November and December). I feel like i'm getting ready to start another one. So Yay!! Hopefully 2009 will be our year to have a baby.
Please keep us in your thoughts and prayers. You all are always in ours.
xoxo
Tera
Tuesday, December 30, 2008
Monday, December 29, 2008
Why Should we Low-Carb?
I found this at http://lowcarb4u.blogspot.com/
This post is not about science. It's about anecdotes. But occasionally anecdotes can give us valuable insights.
Many of us think that low-carb eating is primarily a way of losing weight. Anybody who has tried a low-fat low-calorie diet is aware of how hard it is to stay on such a diet. We get hungry, we lose energy, and very often we don't lose much weight.
By contrast, in most cases a dedicated low-carber can lose significant amounts of weight without a great deal of hunger. However, the sad truth is that no matter how we may have lost our weight, statistically we are almost sure to regain it. If that's true, why should we bother with a low-carb diet at all?
I'm a member of an Atkins-related board on Yahoo. Over the years I have noticed that most of the members of this board have lost some weight by doing Atkins, but very few of them have actually reached and maintained their goal weights. When I asked the members of the board why they continue to do low-carb I received these answers.
- One woman said that she had lost 70 pounds. She is still 30 pounds from her goal weight, but she has maintained the 70 pound loss for 5 years. Her back problems and reflux have vanished, and she doesn't get sick all the time. She says she has energy and has never been this healthy.
- Another said that she has lots of hormonal problems, and by doing low-carb, she is at least not gaining weight.
- A third woman said, "I am no longer considered a diabetic (no more meds for it either!) I no longer have high blood pressure (no more meds for that either), I no longer have any signs of sleep apnea (no more c-pap), I CAN (don't like it) do some exercising... I will never be a runner- I don't want to, don't like it and that is my choice so I will never run in a marathon. :) But I do walk - a lot, which I couldn't do before."
- Almost everybody said that they feel better when they do low-carb.
Next I went to a bulletin board called Low Carb Friends. They saw similar benefits from following the low-carb lifestyle, and added a few more to the list.
- Lowered cholesterol, triglycerides and blood pressure
- Stabilized blood sugar
- Better skin, hair and nails
- Fewer aches and pains
- No heartburn
- No acid reflux
- Fewer colds
- No more sleepy feeling in the afternoon
- Better sleep at night
- Better stamina
Are these results guaranteed for everybody? No. But there are definitely more benefits to the low-carb lifestyle than simple weight loss.
The Dietary Treatment of PCOS (and Obesity/ Pre-Diabetes.) This is the low carb plan I am going to be following.
The Dietary Treatment of PCOS (and Obesity/Pre-Diabetes)
PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome) is a very common disorder of modern women. Women with PCOS typically: 1) gain weight around the middle (in an "apple" rather than a "pear" shape), 2) experience unwanted acne and hair growth, and 3) have irregular periods. Women with PCOS may have only two of these three clusters of complaints, but it is most common to have all three types of problems.
Over the past few decades, there has been a lot of controversy over the nature, causes, and treatments of PCOS. However, a strong consensus has begun to emerge in recent years. PCOS appears to be the female manifestation of the Metabolic Syndrome that has been recognized in men for some time. Men with the Metabolic Syndrome stereotypically have the "beer belly", thin thighs, and abnormal cholesterol patterns that are known to put them at high risk for heart attacks and diabetes. Women's reproductive hormone systems become altered in more obvious ways than men's; so women frequently come to their doctors earlier than men do. They tend to be seen at earlier stages of their metabolic disease, when their periods become irregular or when they experience infertility.
The causes of PCOS (and the growing rates of obesity in general) are directly related to several aspects of our modern life styles: supermarkets, automobiles, and televisions. In other words, today we have an over-abundance of refined foods and calories, very little incentive to walk, or run, and strong temptations to remain sedentary for long periods. With regard to our need to exercise and live actively, there is absolutely no controversy. Every medical authority has agreed on this concept for virtually thousands of years.
The appropriate dietary approach to this disease has been very controversial, however, Authoritative sources have advocated a wide variety of apparently conflicting recommendations over the past few decades, and much confusion remains in the minds of many people. The scientific understanding of diet and PCOS has been advancing rapidly over the past few years, and we are now in a position to be able to offer our patients truly "evidence based" dietary recommendations. These suggestions have been developed from the most up-to-date clinical research. The remainder of this hand-out will give real-life suggestions for ways to improve your diet in ways that will specifically treat your PCOS, and will probably improve your overall health as well.
For those patients who wish to understand the science behind these recommendations, the most basic explanation concerns the hormone insulin. High levels of insulin cause the ovaries to make too much testosterone (the "male" hormone), and this is what causes the excessive acne, hair growth, and the irregular periods. A diet that keeps insulin levels low is our goal. Because carbohydrates (that is sugars and starches) cause the body to make lots of insulin, they are the foods to avoid. Another goal of this diet is to maximize the amount of essential nutrients consumed (that is vitamins, minerals, proteins, and healthy fats). We describe this concept as a diet high in "nutrient density. Nutrient-dense foods supply the elements needed to allow the body to heal (from sometimes years of neglect) and to fight the processes of aging that make us at higher risk for cancers and heart disease that generally come with age. The suggestions that follow achieve both these goals: Minimize "carbs", and maximize nutrients. Since carbohydrate-rich foods tend to be nutrient-poor, the avoidance of these foods will usually accomplish both of the goals of our PCOS-treating diet.
Rules of Thumb
Specific food recommendations follow at the end of this hand out. The suggestions can be summarized in several "rules of thumb", however:
1) Avoid almost all "white" foods. (i.e. sugars, flours, pastas, breads, brown "whole grains' too, potatoes)
2) Avoid almost any product labeled as " low fat, fat-free"
3) Construct most meals around the big three categories that constitute a whole food/nutrient dense diet:
a. Proteins (meats, Eggs, real Cheeses, Fish)
b. Salads (various colors!)
c. Vegetables and Some Fruits (various colors!)
Spend time at www. weightoftheevidence. com
You can see the Low-Carb Food Pyramid at www. carbhealth. com
ALLOWED
Vegetables/Fruits
Alfalfa sprouts, Daikon, Mushrooms, Arugula, Endive, Parsley, Bok Choy, Escarole, Peppers (green, red, yellow, hot or sweet), Celery, Fennel, Radicchio, Chicory, Jicama, Radishes, Chives, Iceberg Lettuce, Romaine Lettuce, Green Leaf Lettuce, Boston Lettuce, Red leaf lettuce, Bibb Lettuce, Cucumber, Mache, Sorrel, Artichoke, Heart of Palm, Celery Root, Pumpkin, Artichoke hearts, Rhubarb, Asparagus, Chard, Sauerkraut, Bamboo Shoots, Eggplant, Spinach, Broccoli, String or Wax Beans, Green beans, Broccoli Rabe, kale, Brussels Sprouts, Kohlrabi, Tomato, Leeks, Turnips, Cabbage, Okra, Water Chestnuts, Cauliflower, Onion, Zucchini, Collard Greens, Scallions, Dandelion, Snow Peas, Bean Sprouts, Dandelion Greens, Spaghetti Squash, Summer Squash, Beet Greens, Bean sprouts, Parsnips, Beets, Peas, Acorn Squash, Butternut Squash, Tomato Juice, Vegetable Juice, Carrots, Sweet Potatoes.
Fruits
Blueberries, Blackberries, Strawberries, Cantaloupe, Honeydew Melon, Cherries, Avocado, Kiwi, Raspberries, Grapefruit, Pears, Oranges, Apples, Grapes, peaches, mango, Plums.
Dairy
Half & Half, Heavy Cream, Regular, Natural Cheese, Goat Milk Cheese, Eggs, butter, Sour Cream (regular), yogurt (whole milk only, plain), Goat Milk (whole).
Meats, Poultry, Game
Beef-all cuts
Chicken- all cuts
Turkey- all cuts
Lamb- all cuts
Venison-all cuts
Duck/Goose-all cuts
Pork-all cuts
Seafood
All fish- fresh, frozen & canned
All shellfish- fresh, frozen & canned
Spices/Herbs & Condiments
Basil, Garlic, Rosemary, Cayenne Pepper, Ginger, Chili Powder, Sage, Cilantro, Oregano, Poultry Seasoning, Tarragon, Dill, pepper, Thyme, Salt, Paprika, Cloves, Bay Leaf, Italian Seasoning, mrs. Dash, Cumin, Coriander, Cardamom
Mayonnaise, Mustard, Tarter Sauce, Vinegar, Soy Sauce
Beverages
Seltzer, Club Soda, Water, Coffee, Tea, Iced Tea with Lemon (no sugar), Water with Lemon or Lime, Green Tea
Nuts/Seeds
Almonds, almond butter, Walnuts, Pine Nuts, Pecans, Sesame Seeds, Tahini, Macadamia Nuts, Macadamia Butter, Pumpkin Seeds, Pistachios, Cashews
Fats/Oils
Butter, Olive Oil, Macadamia Oil, Walnut Oil, Sesame Oil, Sunflower Oil, Safflower Oil, Soybean Oil, Coconut Oil
Mayonnaise, Salad Dressings (1g carb/2tablespoon)
Sweeteners
Splenda (2 packet max per day), Stevia
ALLOWED IN MODERATION
Whole Milk, Diet Soda (2 cans per day maximum), Ketchup, Cocktail Sauce, Deli cut meats (ham, turkey, roast beef), Balsamic Vinegar, Corn on the cob (1 ear per week), Cole Slaw, Lentils, Kidney Beans, Chickpeas (garbanzo beans), White Beans, Black Beans, Lima Beans, Great Northern Beans, Fava Beans, Pinto Beans, Tofu, Old-fashioned slow-cook oatmeal, Barley
AVOID
Corn
Potatoes
French fries, Mashed Potatoes, Home Fries, Bakes Potatoes, Potato Salad
Pasta
Macaroni, Spaghetti, Ravioli, Lasagna, Noodles, Macaroni Salad
Rice
Brown, White, Wild
Bread
White, Wheat, Italian, Rolls, English Muffins (More less all breads)
Baked Sweets
Cake, Cookies, Donuts, Muffins
Snacks
Potato Chips, Doritos, Corn Chips, Crackers, Saltines, Candy, Ice Cream, Whipped Topping, Sprinkles
Sugar/Sweeteners
Honey, Sugar, Molasses, Maple Syrup
Fats/Oils
Margarine, Crisco, Shortening, Corn Oil, Canola Oil, Sweet Salad Dressings (more than 2g carbohydrate per 2 tablespoon serving), reduced fat mayonnaise, fat-free mayonnaise, fat-free, low fat, or reduced fat salad dressing
Dairy
Fat-free cheese, Skim or Fat-free Milk, Coffee Creamers, Non-Dairy Coffee Creamers, Reduced Fat Cheese, Reduced Fat Milk, Low-Fat Yogurt, Fat-free Yogurt, Egg Substitutes, Processed "Cheese Food" or Velveeta
Beverages
Soda, Fruit Juice, Fruit Drinks
Vegetables/ Fruits
Corn, Jam & Jelly, Watermelon, Bananas, Dried Fruits, Figs, Canned Fruits
Meats/Poultry/Game
Processed meats, Hot Dogs (those with fillers), Meatballs (those with fillers)
Seafood/Shellfish
Imitation Seafood & Shellfish
Ingredients
Partially hydrogenated oil, Margarine, Shortening, Fractionated Palm Oil
In General
Breaded Foods, Deep Fried Foods, Processed foods.
PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome) is a very common disorder of modern women. Women with PCOS typically: 1) gain weight around the middle (in an "apple" rather than a "pear" shape), 2) experience unwanted acne and hair growth, and 3) have irregular periods. Women with PCOS may have only two of these three clusters of complaints, but it is most common to have all three types of problems.
Over the past few decades, there has been a lot of controversy over the nature, causes, and treatments of PCOS. However, a strong consensus has begun to emerge in recent years. PCOS appears to be the female manifestation of the Metabolic Syndrome that has been recognized in men for some time. Men with the Metabolic Syndrome stereotypically have the "beer belly", thin thighs, and abnormal cholesterol patterns that are known to put them at high risk for heart attacks and diabetes. Women's reproductive hormone systems become altered in more obvious ways than men's; so women frequently come to their doctors earlier than men do. They tend to be seen at earlier stages of their metabolic disease, when their periods become irregular or when they experience infertility.
The causes of PCOS (and the growing rates of obesity in general) are directly related to several aspects of our modern life styles: supermarkets, automobiles, and televisions. In other words, today we have an over-abundance of refined foods and calories, very little incentive to walk, or run, and strong temptations to remain sedentary for long periods. With regard to our need to exercise and live actively, there is absolutely no controversy. Every medical authority has agreed on this concept for virtually thousands of years.
The appropriate dietary approach to this disease has been very controversial, however, Authoritative sources have advocated a wide variety of apparently conflicting recommendations over the past few decades, and much confusion remains in the minds of many people. The scientific understanding of diet and PCOS has been advancing rapidly over the past few years, and we are now in a position to be able to offer our patients truly "evidence based" dietary recommendations. These suggestions have been developed from the most up-to-date clinical research. The remainder of this hand-out will give real-life suggestions for ways to improve your diet in ways that will specifically treat your PCOS, and will probably improve your overall health as well.
For those patients who wish to understand the science behind these recommendations, the most basic explanation concerns the hormone insulin. High levels of insulin cause the ovaries to make too much testosterone (the "male" hormone), and this is what causes the excessive acne, hair growth, and the irregular periods. A diet that keeps insulin levels low is our goal. Because carbohydrates (that is sugars and starches) cause the body to make lots of insulin, they are the foods to avoid. Another goal of this diet is to maximize the amount of essential nutrients consumed (that is vitamins, minerals, proteins, and healthy fats). We describe this concept as a diet high in "nutrient density. Nutrient-dense foods supply the elements needed to allow the body to heal (from sometimes years of neglect) and to fight the processes of aging that make us at higher risk for cancers and heart disease that generally come with age. The suggestions that follow achieve both these goals: Minimize "carbs", and maximize nutrients. Since carbohydrate-rich foods tend to be nutrient-poor, the avoidance of these foods will usually accomplish both of the goals of our PCOS-treating diet.
Rules of Thumb
Specific food recommendations follow at the end of this hand out. The suggestions can be summarized in several "rules of thumb", however:
1) Avoid almost all "white" foods. (i.e. sugars, flours, pastas, breads, brown "whole grains' too, potatoes)
2) Avoid almost any product labeled as " low fat, fat-free"
3) Construct most meals around the big three categories that constitute a whole food/nutrient dense diet:
a. Proteins (meats, Eggs, real Cheeses, Fish)
b. Salads (various colors!)
c. Vegetables and Some Fruits (various colors!)
Spend time at www. weightoftheevidence. com
You can see the Low-Carb Food Pyramid at www. carbhealth. com
ALLOWED
Vegetables/Fruits
Alfalfa sprouts, Daikon, Mushrooms, Arugula, Endive, Parsley, Bok Choy, Escarole, Peppers (green, red, yellow, hot or sweet), Celery, Fennel, Radicchio, Chicory, Jicama, Radishes, Chives, Iceberg Lettuce, Romaine Lettuce, Green Leaf Lettuce, Boston Lettuce, Red leaf lettuce, Bibb Lettuce, Cucumber, Mache, Sorrel, Artichoke, Heart of Palm, Celery Root, Pumpkin, Artichoke hearts, Rhubarb, Asparagus, Chard, Sauerkraut, Bamboo Shoots, Eggplant, Spinach, Broccoli, String or Wax Beans, Green beans, Broccoli Rabe, kale, Brussels Sprouts, Kohlrabi, Tomato, Leeks, Turnips, Cabbage, Okra, Water Chestnuts, Cauliflower, Onion, Zucchini, Collard Greens, Scallions, Dandelion, Snow Peas, Bean Sprouts, Dandelion Greens, Spaghetti Squash, Summer Squash, Beet Greens, Bean sprouts, Parsnips, Beets, Peas, Acorn Squash, Butternut Squash, Tomato Juice, Vegetable Juice, Carrots, Sweet Potatoes.
Fruits
Blueberries, Blackberries, Strawberries, Cantaloupe, Honeydew Melon, Cherries, Avocado, Kiwi, Raspberries, Grapefruit, Pears, Oranges, Apples, Grapes, peaches, mango, Plums.
Dairy
Half & Half, Heavy Cream, Regular, Natural Cheese, Goat Milk Cheese, Eggs, butter, Sour Cream (regular), yogurt (whole milk only, plain), Goat Milk (whole).
Meats, Poultry, Game
Beef-all cuts
Chicken- all cuts
Turkey- all cuts
Lamb- all cuts
Venison-all cuts
Duck/Goose-all cuts
Pork-all cuts
Seafood
All fish- fresh, frozen & canned
All shellfish- fresh, frozen & canned
Spices/Herbs & Condiments
Basil, Garlic, Rosemary, Cayenne Pepper, Ginger, Chili Powder, Sage, Cilantro, Oregano, Poultry Seasoning, Tarragon, Dill, pepper, Thyme, Salt, Paprika, Cloves, Bay Leaf, Italian Seasoning, mrs. Dash, Cumin, Coriander, Cardamom
Mayonnaise, Mustard, Tarter Sauce, Vinegar, Soy Sauce
Beverages
Seltzer, Club Soda, Water, Coffee, Tea, Iced Tea with Lemon (no sugar), Water with Lemon or Lime, Green Tea
Nuts/Seeds
Almonds, almond butter, Walnuts, Pine Nuts, Pecans, Sesame Seeds, Tahini, Macadamia Nuts, Macadamia Butter, Pumpkin Seeds, Pistachios, Cashews
Fats/Oils
Butter, Olive Oil, Macadamia Oil, Walnut Oil, Sesame Oil, Sunflower Oil, Safflower Oil, Soybean Oil, Coconut Oil
Mayonnaise, Salad Dressings (1g carb/2tablespoon)
Sweeteners
Splenda (2 packet max per day), Stevia
ALLOWED IN MODERATION
Whole Milk, Diet Soda (2 cans per day maximum), Ketchup, Cocktail Sauce, Deli cut meats (ham, turkey, roast beef), Balsamic Vinegar, Corn on the cob (1 ear per week), Cole Slaw, Lentils, Kidney Beans, Chickpeas (garbanzo beans), White Beans, Black Beans, Lima Beans, Great Northern Beans, Fava Beans, Pinto Beans, Tofu, Old-fashioned slow-cook oatmeal, Barley
AVOID
Corn
Potatoes
French fries, Mashed Potatoes, Home Fries, Bakes Potatoes, Potato Salad
Pasta
Macaroni, Spaghetti, Ravioli, Lasagna, Noodles, Macaroni Salad
Rice
Brown, White, Wild
Bread
White, Wheat, Italian, Rolls, English Muffins (More less all breads)
Baked Sweets
Cake, Cookies, Donuts, Muffins
Snacks
Potato Chips, Doritos, Corn Chips, Crackers, Saltines, Candy, Ice Cream, Whipped Topping, Sprinkles
Sugar/Sweeteners
Honey, Sugar, Molasses, Maple Syrup
Fats/Oils
Margarine, Crisco, Shortening, Corn Oil, Canola Oil, Sweet Salad Dressings (more than 2g carbohydrate per 2 tablespoon serving), reduced fat mayonnaise, fat-free mayonnaise, fat-free, low fat, or reduced fat salad dressing
Dairy
Fat-free cheese, Skim or Fat-free Milk, Coffee Creamers, Non-Dairy Coffee Creamers, Reduced Fat Cheese, Reduced Fat Milk, Low-Fat Yogurt, Fat-free Yogurt, Egg Substitutes, Processed "Cheese Food" or Velveeta
Beverages
Soda, Fruit Juice, Fruit Drinks
Vegetables/ Fruits
Corn, Jam & Jelly, Watermelon, Bananas, Dried Fruits, Figs, Canned Fruits
Meats/Poultry/Game
Processed meats, Hot Dogs (those with fillers), Meatballs (those with fillers)
Seafood/Shellfish
Imitation Seafood & Shellfish
Ingredients
Partially hydrogenated oil, Margarine, Shortening, Fractionated Palm Oil
In General
Breaded Foods, Deep Fried Foods, Processed foods.
My First Post..
Hi, i'm Tera. I'm 28 years old. I am happily married to the love of my life. He is so good to me. We have been married for 5 years. We were married on Aug. 16th 2003.
I have PCOS(Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome) and Type 2 Diabetes.
I love animals especially dogs, cats, giraffes, and dolphins. I love to read. My favorite books are Chick Lit. Some of my favorite authors are: Brenda Janowitz, Jane Green, Sophie Kinsella, Jennifer Weiner. I have a lot more favorites and can recommend a lot of good books if you just ask me. I also love watching tv and movies.
2009 is going to be a great and challenging year. I am starting a low carb lifestyle on January 1st. I am also going to join Curves for Women and go there to exercise 3 days a week.
I am SO tired of being overweight, and never feeling good. I AM going to lose weight, get healthy and get my diabetes under control! We want to have a baby so badly and I have infertility due to the PCOS. If I lose weight it will help the pcos and help my body get regulated so I can conceive.
I cannot wait until I can buy regular clothes and not have to buy plus size clothing. Thanks to the PCOS, and type 2 diabetes I have been overweight since early teenage years.
I am more determined now than I have ever been. I know I CAN and Will do this!
The low carb lifestyle that I am going to follow was given to me by a Reproductive Endo. He lost 140 pounds, his wife lost 80lbs and the nurse lost 90lbs by following it.
I have PCOS(Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome) and Type 2 Diabetes.
I love animals especially dogs, cats, giraffes, and dolphins. I love to read. My favorite books are Chick Lit. Some of my favorite authors are: Brenda Janowitz, Jane Green, Sophie Kinsella, Jennifer Weiner. I have a lot more favorites and can recommend a lot of good books if you just ask me. I also love watching tv and movies.
2009 is going to be a great and challenging year. I am starting a low carb lifestyle on January 1st. I am also going to join Curves for Women and go there to exercise 3 days a week.
I am SO tired of being overweight, and never feeling good. I AM going to lose weight, get healthy and get my diabetes under control! We want to have a baby so badly and I have infertility due to the PCOS. If I lose weight it will help the pcos and help my body get regulated so I can conceive.
I cannot wait until I can buy regular clothes and not have to buy plus size clothing. Thanks to the PCOS, and type 2 diabetes I have been overweight since early teenage years.
I am more determined now than I have ever been. I know I CAN and Will do this!
The low carb lifestyle that I am going to follow was given to me by a Reproductive Endo. He lost 140 pounds, his wife lost 80lbs and the nurse lost 90lbs by following it.
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