Obesity may affect fertility in young women, study suggests

October 19th, 2009

A new study, covered by HealthDay News, suggests that women who become obese by the age of 18 are more likely to develop PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome) and become infertile than others.

The study surveyed the medical and sexual histories of 1,538 women who were undergoing bariatric surgery at US clinics and found that these obese young women also less likely to become pregnant than those who became obese at an older age.

To read more on the research, which first appeared in the Oct. 7th issue of Fertility and Sterility, visit:

http://www.ajc.com/health/content/shared-auto/healthnews/infr/631852.html

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“Talking PCOS – Stay Strong” Group Support Call Tonight & Every Tuesday

August 26th, 2009

Talk PCOS with us tonight and every Tuesday evening at 8:00 p.m. EDT and learn how experienced Insulite PCOS customers have taken control of their PCOS and reversed their symptoms. These caring women share their successful tips and strategies on diet and nutrition, food substitutions – getting the crunch you crave without the carbs – the right nutrients, doable exercise and staying motivated.

Ours is a small, friendly and supportive group where anyone with PCOS, their friends and relatives, can feel comfortable in sharing their stories, their challenges and questions. Or, just listen in.

Meet up with other women who are experiencing the same issues and journey to better health and well being as you.

Call: 712.432.0111. Access code: 1053033# (US only for now.)

Talk soon,

Catherine, Moderator “Talking PCOS – Stay Strong”

talkingpcos@insulitelabs.com

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25% of married couples are infertile in Kolkata, India says survey

August 13th, 2009

Modern lifestyles that include poor nutrition, smoking, unmanageble stress and other factors are said to be behind a new figure stating that 25 per cent of married couples in Kolkata, India are now infertile. And, environmental polution is said to influence the sperm quality of many married men, reports an article in The Times of India.

A related article, also in this newspaper, quotes doctors as saying that 60 per cent of their female patients have PCOS.

As Western habits and lifestyles are adopted by burgeoning countries such as India, a more prosperous economy always seems to include the negative sides. Sad.

http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/news/city/kolkata-/25-city-couples-infertile-SurveyJhimli/articleshow/4887752.cms

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“Insulite Labs’ Solution to PCOS” Wed. July 29 on PCOS Challenge Radio

July 27th, 2009

The Insulite PCOS Systerm explained – How it Works, What it Does to reverse PCOS symptoms, How Long it may take and What’s Involved – by Dr. Andrea Lee, a Naturopathic physician and member of Insulite Laboratories’ Consulting & Advisory team.

Dr. Lee joins Sasha Ottey on PCOS Challenge Radio this Wednesday, July 29th at 6:00 p.m. EDT.

Tune in via your computer at:  http://www.blogtalkradio.com/pcoschallenge and learn from Dr. Lee how the Insulite PCOS System can work for you.

Or, call in with a specific question during the show at 646.929.0394.  For more details and to RSVP:

http://www.blogtalkradio.com/PCOSChallenge/2009/07/29/The-Insulite-Laboratories-Solution-for-PCOS-PCOSChallengecom

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