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a directly adverse effect on the leutenizing hormone (LH) which
surges midway through the monthly menstrual cycle and is
essential for ovulation.
Insulin increases LH and the raised level stimulates the ovaries
to form androgens (male hormones)."
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Viewpoints: Healing News from Insulite Laboratories, January 2005 |
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Insulin Resistance causes high levels of insulin
in women suffering from Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS), which can result in a serious
imbalance of hormones. Excess insulin stimulates the ovaries to
produce large amounts of the male hormone, testosterone, which
may prevent the ovaries from releasing an egg each month, thus
causing infertility.
Researchers have also found a link between Insulin
Resistance-related PCOS and other metabolic conditions, such as
weight gain and obesity, LDL (the "bad" cholesterol) and high
blood pressure – all risk factors for coronary heart disease.
These findings have placed new emphasis on the seriousness of
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome and made it imperative that doctors correctly diagnose the
condition and address it accordingly.
 Insulin Resistance is caused by unbalanced glucose and insulin
levels resulting from the cells walls becoming insensitive to insulin. As a result, the conversion of food into
glucose or sugar for energy is severely impaired. Instead of
entering the cell, glucose remains in the blood stream, where it
causes elevated levels of sugar. This is sent to the liver and
converted to fat, which is then stored throughout the body. The
end result can be weight gain and obesity, which are among the
prime causes of the hormone imbalance seen in Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome.
"For the first time since I can
remember, I have gone a full cycle (no
bleeding in between).
I'm well aware that this doesn't mean I'm fixed, but it sure is
a nice start.
Thank you so much for putting me on the right road!"
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Sarah |
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Longmont, CO |
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An estimated 5-10 percent of all women in their childbearing
years suffer from PCOS. Symptoms of the disorder can vary widely
from woman to woman and may include irregular or completely
absent periods, heavier-than normal menstrual bleeding, ovarian
cysts, excessive facial or body hair and Alopecia (male pattern
baldness). Other symptoms range from acne, skin tags (growths on
the skin) and brown skin patches to reduced sex drive,
exhaustion or lack of mental alertness, depression and anxiety, sleep apnea (breathing problems during sleeping) and thyroid trouble.
At the present time, there is no cure for PCOS – even removal of
the ovaries will not completely eliminate this syndrome. But
there are ways of reversing Insulin Resistance and relieving the
symptoms of PCOS.
Because there is no single solution that reverses Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome or
Insulin Resistance, you must rely on a multi-faceted approach to
improving these conditions. A complete system, including
nutraceuticals (vitamins, herbs and minerals that are disease
specific), a realistic exercise program, nutritional guidance
and a support network that can help you change unhealthy
lifestyle choices, is required to address the issues presented
by these syndromes.
Insulin Resistance, obesity and Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome are
causative factors behind infertility, which the Insulite PCOS System can help to reverse. The System is specifically designed
to lower testosterone levels and reduce weight gain by reversing
the symptoms of PCOS in combination with a balanced, nutritious
diet and regular exercise. By decreasing testosterone, you'll
reduce ovarian cysts and help re-establish the delicate balance
of your hormones, thereby enhancing the likelihood of ovulation,
without which there is no chance of becoming pregnant.
You may be interested in some of our Frequently Asked Questions
(FAQs) about PCOS and the Insulite PCOS System.
Click here to read
about PCOS and Skin Conditions
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