kasimarei

Hey Lisa

About your question regarding PCOS, I haven't researched any tests that said there was interference with alcohol.

Mostly with PCOS, it's an imbalance of hormones and androgen levels. I don't drink alcohol, but I do know that some alcohol has a lot of calories.

PCOS is related to insulin resistance which results when a person consumes too many carbs that break down into sugars. Maybe alcohol has a lot of carbs in it. In that case, consuming a lot of alcohol (along with anything else that is high in carbs) will result in complications with insulin resistance. Insulin resistance will cause the out-of-whack hormone levels which can interfere with trying to get pregnant.

Most endocronologists recommend a low carb, low fat, high protein diet, along with medications such as Metformin and birth control. Metformin has proven to help women with PCOS get pregnant.

If your friend has any more questions, I would be happy to answer them as best as I can.

Hope that helps

Kasi

Hey Trina Yes, so far I like my realize band. I haven't gotten it filled yet but I am still feeling some restriction even without the fill. Recovery time wasn't too bad either! You still have to admit that 42lbs is a lot of weight in a 5 month period, so you should be very pleased with yourself! I can't wait to start losing weight myself. Every morning I wake up, I have to check myself out in the mirror to see if I can "tell a difference" lol. Running and jogging will help you lose weight in no time, I promise! Keep doing what you're doing and I know you will continue to see yourself lose weight. I can't wait to go back to the doctor so he can tell me it's okay to start jogging again. Well good luck with everything