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Sep 21, 2016 Jennifer rated it it was amazing This book provides a comprehensive approach to PCOS. I have had PCOS for over 10 years with little improvement, so I was very
pleased when I received an ARC from the publisher via Netgalley. It is nice to find a book that actually takes this condition seriously Many gynaecologist and family doctors have brushed women off and not listened to their patients concerns. I usually do not look to a naturopathic approach but I am glad I decided to read Dr. McCulloch’s book. She starts the book by defini This book provides a comprehensive approach to PCOS. I have had PCOS for over
10 years with little improvement, so I was very pleased when I received an ARC from the publisher via Netgalley. It is nice to find a book that actually takes this condition seriously Many gynaecologist and family doctors have brushed women off and not listened to their patients concerns. I usually do not look to a naturopathic approach but I am glad I decided to read Dr. McCulloch’s book. She starts the book by defining what PCOS is and also the many subsets of the condition. Each woman
experiences PCOS in a different way and McCulloch is aware of this. One woman can experience weight gain and facial hair, while another is skinny with elevated cholesterol. I also like that Dr. McCulloch is Canadian and understands the frustrations that many women face in our health care system. She provides 8 specific steps for reversing PCOS and goes into great deal to explain not only how to do so but also reasons why each step is important. She backs up all her facts with research which
gives some evidence to her naturopathic medicine. Her advice would be helpful for all women and patients in general. Following a low inflammation diet and exciting more are advice that would benefit everyone. I honestly think this book would be especially useful for someone who is newly diagnosed with PCOS. Doctors can’t or won’t spend the time to review just how much this condition can affect you. It is usually not until woman is expiring complications such as infertility or several menstrual/hormonal disorders that she goes to her doctor for more. This book would be an excellent resource and should not be overlooked ...more
Feb 08, 2018 Heather rated it really liked it My naturopathic doctor recommend this book to me when she told me that I have PCOS. It is written from the perspective of holistic medicine as the author is also naturopathic doctor and someone who has PCOS
herself. This book is very detailed and offers lots of amazing recommendations for herbal supplements. It would be a FANTASTIC resource for someone who cannot afford regular doctor's visits, or naturopathic services, although I have to stress it should not be used as a substitute to medical s This book is very detailed and offers lots of amazing recommendations for herbal supplements. It would be a FANTASTIC resource for someone who cannot afford regular doctor's visits, or naturopathic services, although I have to stress it should not be used as a substitute to medical supervision. If you even suspect there is something wrong with your thyroid, hormones, or menstrual cycle, definitely go get
checked for this and do some research before you go to your doc. Some of the tests are not routine which is why I had all the symptoms and still went un-diagnosed for years. Back to the book. It is incredibly in-depth and very "smart". I am a decently intelligent individual, I have a university degree and a college degree. And I had trouble understanding it at times. If you have an interest in the medical sciences, this would be more helpful. I do not and definitely got lost at
times. However, I still gained a deeper understanding of this disorder and how to treat it. This enabled me to bring ideas and questions to my doctor that I might not otherwise know to ask. I was able to better understand how severe / not severe my disorder was (because there can be a huge scale with PCOS). And the naturopathic treatments are helping. So I recommend this book if you are the type of person who is interested in medicine or were smart enough to pursue a
post-secondary education. If you struggled in school, this book would probably be a waste of time and become a source of frustration, but there are other resources out there. Additionally, I would recommend purchasing this book rather than borrowing it. I found it very helpful to highlight charts that scale blood test results so you know which category you fall in. This is great for referring back to in the future! Also, I highlighted sections I needed to ask questions about and
supplements I wanted to try, to chat with my doctor about.
Mar 29, 2018 Eman rated it it was amazing This book made me cry! Yes, I was crying while reading the cases stories at the beginning of each chapter because I was like reading my story in details written by someone else. The book is describing
exactly my symptoms, my thoughts , my feelings , my fears and my pain. And not just describing symptoms but giving it a name, causing and treatment. I can’t believe I have lived 12 years with pcos without knowing what is going on with my body. Although I was searching online like a worm but never fo Yes, I was crying while reading the cases stories at the beginning of each chapter because I was like reading my
story in details written by someone else. The book is describing exactly my symptoms, my thoughts , my feelings , my fears and my pain. And not just describing symptoms but giving it a name, causing and treatment. I can’t believe I have lived 12 years with pcos without knowing what is going on with my body. Although I was searching online like a worm but never found those information in somewhere else except this book. No one have helped me before as this book do. Drs just sent me home
with “ it’s ok, a lot of women have it” statement or with pills ( birth control, metformin) that made me worse and make my symptoms much worse. I can’t thank you enough dr Fiona for this book. This book gave me my life back after a lot of suffering. Not only by the suggested supplements but - first- by making me understand much more about myself, my body, my mind, my future. Thanks
for writing this book that will help a lot of women and prevent a lot of suffering. Although the book is amazing as I have said above. There are 1 point I wish the auther can improve in the next editions:
Oct 30, 2020 Nicole rated it it was amazing I cannot recommend this book enough! When my doctor first suggested I may have PCOS, he just put me on
birth control and told me to lose weight. He didn't do any blood/hormone tests or an ultrasound, and he also prescribed me one of the few birth control pills that actually contains androgens, which women with PCOS have too much of already and is a part of causing PCOS! It wasn't until I started doing my own research months later that I realized how baffling this was. Also, it's more difficult f I cannot recommend this book enough! When my doctor
first suggested I may have PCOS, he just put me on birth control and told me to lose weight. He didn't do any blood/hormone tests or an ultrasound, and he also prescribed me one of the few birth control pills that actually contains androgens, which women with PCOS have too much of already and is a part of causing PCOS! It wasn't until I started doing my own research months later that I realized how baffling this was. Also, it's more difficult for women with PCOS to lose weight, and often PCOS
causes weight gain. Unfortunately, so many women diagnosed with PCOS are treated this way, rather than doctors helping them with the root causes, since there's several things that can cause PCOS. This book was has been one of the tools that have been so helpful for me in not only understanding my diagnosis, but also helping me treat the root causes of PCOS rather than putting a band-aid on there. This is a great place to start if you've just been diagnosed with PCOS, or if you're looking to
know more about it.
I highly recommend anyone with PCOS to read this book. None of my doctors took the time to explain what PCOS really is or what it's doing to my body, especially the long-term effects if it isn't in control. They simply suggested I lose weight and maybe try keto. Ha! This book explains exactly why you are experiencing certain symptoms and why this condition makes it hard to lose weight. You can't fight a battle when you have no idea what the cause is. I already feel so much better knowing there a I highly recommend anyone with PCOS to read this book. None of my doctors took the time to explain what PCOS really is or what it's doing to my body, especially the long-term effects if it isn't in control. They simply suggested I lose weight and maybe try keto. Ha! This book explains exactly why you are experiencing certain symptoms and why this condition makes it hard to lose weight. You can't fight a battle when you have no idea what the cause is. I already feel so much better knowing there are other remedies I can try on my own with proven scientific results. I only wish I could have started healing myself sooner in life and that doctors took it more seriously when I repeatedly tried to tell them something is wrong. ...more
An excellent resource. Thank you, Dr. McCulloch!
Apr 11, 2022 Citri rated it really liked it It took me several months to finish this book because the information
felt emotionally overwhelming. You feel seen in all the stories the author shares, or see yourself on symptom lists...but then it feels depressing like why does this have to happen to me? I took a ton of notes reading this to the point where I should just buy a hard copy to keep on hand. The author's meal ideas were super helpful to me, along with listing the various types and dosages of natural supplements to try. I definitel I took a ton of notes reading this to the point where I should just buy a hard copy to keep on hand. The author's meal ideas were super helpful to me, along with listing the various types and dosages of natural supplements to try. I definitely
finished this book feeling motivated to tackle new ways to help my health.
Phenomenal book for anyone who is looking to help their struggles with PCOS.
Sep 26, 2018 Mina Pappa rated it it was amazing What a fantastic guide! Won't leave my side! So helpful and the recipes at the back are gonna be very useful! What a fantastic guide! Won't leave my side! So helpful and the recipes at the back are gonna be very useful! ...more
Apr 06, 2018 Cheri rated it liked it Helpful information for PCOS sufferers. I think the editing/writing could be better.
Apr 24, 2018 Sandra rated it liked it I'm 50-50 on this. Parts were too crunchy and other parts were very helpful. I would recommend this to anyone with PCOS to use in conjunction with their obgyn. I'm 50-50 on this. Parts were too crunchy and other parts were very helpful. I would recommend this to anyone with PCOS to use in conjunction with their obgyn. ...more
May 23, 2020 Laura rated it really liked it This was a very informative book! I appreciate how comprehensive Dr.
McCulloch is. She leverages peer-reviewed, empirical research as well as anecdotes from clinical practice. Yes, sometimes she gets into the weeds of how things work, but I love that about the book! I read it word for word for the parts that were relevant to me (e.g. how DHEA-S and other androgens work) and skipped over some of the detailed descriptions of PCOS symptoms that were less relevant for me (but was excited to have thi This was a very
informative book! I appreciate how comprehensive Dr. McCulloch is. She leverages peer-reviewed, empirical research as well as anecdotes from clinical practice. Yes, sometimes she gets into the weeds of how things work, but I love that about the book! I read it word for word for the parts that were relevant to me (e.g. how DHEA-S and other androgens work) and skipped over some of the detailed descriptions of PCOS symptoms that were less relevant for me (but was excited to have this resource if
they become more problematic for me). A few observations (not critiques, just comments): First, much of the advice revolves around taking different supplements. I wrote down all the suggested supplements and had a list of about 30 or 40 different natural remedies. My reaction was three-fold. First: how great is it that someone has actually chronicled all the possible remedies for every possible PCOS issue/symptom? Wow. I'm thankful! Second: holy moly, this is overwhelming, and experiments
should definitely be guided by a medical professional. Third: I'm a little overwhelmed/anxious about using supplements in general as they are not as widely regulated as traditional pharmaceuticals. Just because something is found in nature and considered a supplement, it doesn't mean it is safe to take, and it scares me that many supplements are not regulated at all by a third party. This is not Dr. McCulloch's fault, but I just wanted to share that reaction... I'm not sure how many of the
treatments I will be willing to test. With regard to diet, I became vegetarian 6 years ago (I try to eat mostly whole foods) and it helped tremendously. I recommend that others read "How Not to Die" for more nutrition guidance (not specific to PCOS, but useful nonetheless for achieving greater health). There's quite a lot of evidence that animal products cause diabetes (which relates to insulin resistance) so I'm not sure if it's actually a good idea that we eat any animal products at
all. I agree with Dr. McCulloch that we should avoid dairy. Eating 2 tablespoons of ground flaxseed daily helped my acne and restore my periods. I put that here in case it helps someone else. Thanks, Dr. McCulloch!
Jan 08, 2021 Stories&Sarah rated it really liked it This book is a great resource for
anyone with PCOS. The author goes into detail about the hormones involved in PCOS, how it affects the body, and a range of natural supplements that can help various symptoms. Pros of book: Pros of book: Cons of Book: I would NOT recommend someone reading this book before going
to their Dr. and getting a full hormone panel done for PCOS as well as blood tests to determine insulin resistance. With those results in hand, this book becomes much more valuable and less overwhelming.
Aug 06, 2017 Belle rated it really liked it Everything in this book was very helpful except for the last chapter, Eating a Balanced Diet. I am a vegan and while being vegan was briefly mentioned previously in the book, there was no diet plan or mention of vegans, vegetarians or any other type of diet mentioned in this chapter, which I think is important to include. A lot of the information describing animal products was contradictory to information I've read about from Dr. Michael Greger, who wrote How Not to Die and runs the website nutr Everything in this book was very helpful except for the last chapter, Eating a Balanced Diet. I am a vegan and while being vegan was briefly mentioned previously in the book, there was no diet plan or mention of vegans, vegetarians or any other type of diet mentioned in this chapter, which I think is important to include. A lot of the information describing animal products was contradictory to information I've read about from Dr. Michael Greger, who wrote How Not to Die and runs the website nutritionfacts.org. I strongly urge everyone, especially those with PCOS, to check out that book and website as well. Dr. Greger's information is not funded by food corporations and the diet he promotes, a plant based diet, is proven to stop and REVERSE heart disease, among having many MANY other benefits to your health. The author was right in not recommending diary, but it should extend to avoiding all animal products. There is a new (2017) documentary on Netflix where Dr. Greger also speaks to these issues called What the Health. It explains exactly why animal products are damaging to our health, causing diabetes, heart disease, and cancer. Please do more research on a plant based diet instead of taking from this book. ...more
Jan 16, 2019 Mariam rated it it was amazing Hands down, best book written on PCOS. All-encompassing of the
illness and super beneficial concerning foods to eat and avoid, and the essential supplements, herbs and oils to use to keep the symptoms of the illness under control or even reverse them! It encouraged me to create my own "PCOS Reversing" list where I summarized the suggested treatment for my own reference. It encouraged me to create my own "PCOS Reversing" list where I summarized the suggested treatment for my own reference.
Nov 15, 2018 April rated it really liked it This book was very helpful, but was almost a water-hose of information. I was diagnosed not too long ago and was quickly overwhelmed with all the changes I needed to do. I would not recommend this to someone who has just been diagnosed and is trying to find out more about it. This should be the second or third book you read about it. Lots of good information though!
This book was really interesting with lots of great description about the reproductive cycle and the hormones involved. Some of the things she suggests I feel are more based on anecdotal evidence than actual science, but that's to be expected from naturopaths. I'll be trying out some of these tips and reporting back! This book was really interesting with lots of great description about the reproductive cycle and the hormones involved. Some of the things she suggests I feel are more based on anecdotal evidence than actual science, but that's to be expected from naturopaths. I'll be trying out some of these tips and reporting back! ...more
So informative. A lot of information that it was a little overwhelming at first. Not jumbled up with an excessive amount of jargon only reserved for those in the medical field. Appreciated
the layout breaking condition treatment into naturopathic treatments and prescribed medicines. Helped to explain WHY things happen not just what. Will definitely be keeping this book as a handy reference.
Interesting. This book was both educational and enlightening. I already knew a few things about PCOS, but it is always a good idea to read up on new material every few years. I hope to see some positive
chances after I add herbal supplements to my regimen.
Sep 05, 2020 Luci rated it really liked it
This was an excellent book, discussing both conventional/clinical and naturopathic approaches to treatment of PCOS. The book features an approachable style. I learned a lot which I plan to discuss with my doctor, and I appreciated the list of references in the back.
Nov 27, 2021 ASHLEY rated it it was amazing The book can seem a bit boring BUT it is very informational for a
person with PCOS and the people surrounding them!! I was recommended this book by my dietician due to having been told I have PCOS and I am diabetic as well.
Feb 28, 2022 Rose Barnett rated it really liked it This book was very insightful and helped me understand PCOS and how I should treat it. It also cleared my speculation and showed me just how much PCOS was changing my life. I recommend this book to any woman who has or thinks she may have PCOS.
Found this to be a great resource. Not necessarily a read from beginning to end. Very informative and would recommend. Loved the sections on supplements and recipes for healthy eating.
Jan 21, 2018 LeighAnne rated it it was amazing If you have PCOS and believe in natural treatment... you should read this!
Very scientific! McCulloch does a great job of explaining why we need to avoid certain foods, but a lot of the science went over my head.
Great resource A very thorough book on PCOS. Very informative and reads like a dictionary.
Amazing resources and easy to skip around based on the info that pertains to you.
Mar 25, 2019 Moth rated it it was amazing 4.5 starts. Could've been more detailed at times, but it's nice to find a book about PCOS by someone who 1) Knows what they're talking about and 2) Actually gives a crap 4.5 starts. Could've been more detailed at times, but it's nice to find a book about PCOS by someone who 1) Knows what they're talking about and 2) Actually gives a crap ...more
Very informative book The book is fully packed with information which is great but might confuse some people as well. Sounds like a book for
medical students. I did enjoy it a lot. News & InterviewsNeed another excuse to treat yourself to a new book this week? We've got you covered with the buzziest new releases of the day. To create our... Welcome back. Just a moment while we sign you in to your Goodreads account. How long does it take to reverse PCOS?It may take up to 6 months to determine whether treatment with birth control is effective. Antiandrogens also are sometimes used to treat PCOS. These medicines counter the effects of excess androgens on a girl's body, and can help clear up skin and hair growth problems.
Is PCOS reversal possible?Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) cannot be cured, but the symptoms can be managed. Treatment options can vary because someone with PCOS may experience a range of symptoms, or just 1.
How can I reverse my PCOS diet?A healthful PCOS diet can also include the following foods:. natural, unprocessed foods.. high-fiber foods.. fatty fish, including salmon, tuna, sardines, and mackerel.. kale, spinach, and other dark, leafy greens.. dark red fruits, such as red grapes, blueberries, blackberries, and cherries.. broccoli and cauliflower.. |
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