Hyponidd Update:

Lizmel · 02-28-2008, 12:32 PM

Are there any more Hyponidd updates?

Before I started taking Herbs/Vitamins, I was taking AvandaMet. The AvandaMet made me gain a little weight and I swelled up too. However, my cycles were like clockwork. Except for the last full month that I was taking the AvandaMet. I had something like a 72 day cycle.

I started going to a Chinese Dr./Acupuncturist. She gave me some Chinese Herbs, suggested vitamins, and acupuncture. AF came just short of two weeks later. Then, the Hyponidd that I ordered arrived and I began to take that with the other's that I was taking.

Today is cycle day 36....I have sore bb's, my face is broke out, & I pee a lot during the day. These are all signs for me that AF is coming. I usually know that AF is on her way when my bb's get sore, & I pee a lot. I also seem to dream vivid dreams as well. My face is broke out a little more this time around. And, I am cramping terribly. I usually don't cramp like this until after AF has arrived...but this time there is a lot of cramping before. I really don't think that I'm pg. because with both of my girls I knew I was definately pg. when I would wake up at night to go pee. And, I'm not waking up at night.

So, that is my update. I do believe the Hyponidd along with the herbs and vitamins is doing something. I'm pretty sure I'm going to start AF very very soon.

So, does anyone else have an update or anything to say about the Hyponidd?

NYER · 02-29-2008, 01:31 PM

Hi Lizmel,

Well, you can always count on me for an update!

My blood sugar has remained stable. I had a couple wonky cycles, but I attribute it to soy & using NPC when I thought I had ovulated, but didn't yet. I've felt a little hot at times on Hyponidd, but again, I think that was my hormones. Looks like my cycle is straightening out, I hope.

I get a bit itchy (don't put those words together, lol) lately, but not getting the welts like I did at the beginning. No acne, but sometimes my face has little tiny clear bumps, that just seem to come & go. Nothing spectacular to report. It's doing what I wanted it to do - keep blood sugar stable & allow me to lose weight. I've had 2 AF's in 3 weeks (long story), so I can't really give an assessment on how many pounds I've lost. But when I stick to my diet I have lost up to 4 lbs. in a week, which I can't do with metformin.

And yeah, I've been having vivid dreams! I thought it was from something else, but maybe it's from the hyponidd. I initially had that same symptom when I started metformin too.

Birdsong · 03-01-2008, 03:56 PM

I just got my Hyponidd! It only took me 6 days! I was expecting two weeks. I need to ask you gals about which supplements I should/shouldn't take with the Hyponidd-- want to make sure I do it right!

Currently, I have started on:
Saw Palmetto (was going to stop taking it once I got my Hyponidd-- guess that means today!!)
Cinnamon (tea, 1 x per day)
Chromium Picolinate (1x per day)
Apple Cider Vinegar (1 tsp. per day, I can't stand taking more than one glug, lol)

. . . I saw some of you are doing the multi-vit. plus B etc. --what are your recommendations?

NYER · 03-01-2008, 05:22 PM

Birdsong,

That was fast! I placed another order, and paid express ($20 for shipping) because I also ordered the another formula for increasing sperm count & I want to get it here faster, and I'm still waiting a week later.

The supplement you listed are fine. But I'd start the Hyponidd first & see how you feel, then introduce the vinegar, cinnamon & chromium one at a time, so you don't end up with too low blood sugar. It could be overkill. You'll have to see for yourself what is too much. The cinnamon & hyponidd also might be too "heating" to your body (hyponidd has turmeric) & cinnamon is also a "heating" spice.

The Saw Palmetto: in my experience the couple of cycles I've taken it it made me ovulate too early. My theory is that it is very effective in lowering testosterone, and from what I've read, testosterone can reduce the effectiveness of estrogen in your body. You might want to start it no earlier than cd10 (unless you have really really long cycles), then stop after ovulation.

Good luck!

Birdsong · 03-01-2008, 05:59 PM

Thanks for the info . . . I'm definitely not TTC yet; my wedding isn't til October, and we want some time before we even start trying.

I already took 1 saw palmetto today and my vinegar today . . . no cinnamon though. . . .

I guess what I'll do is not take anything else today, and start on my Hyponidd tomorrow. I might try slowly mixing in a few things as well; I just want to make sure my body's getting all the nutrients it needs, you know? So maybe I should try a multi-vit., some B, etc.?

Maybe I should just try the Hyponidd and say . . . the apple cider vinegar, at first, mix in a multi-vit. and B-complex? What do you think?

DaisyGirl83617 · 03-01-2008, 08:47 PM

My hyponnid came too Michelle and Wendy! Yeah me! I am going to start taking it tomorrow, because I had already taken my others (including my cinnamon) before the mailman came. We shall see...

NYER · 03-01-2008, 09:33 PM

Birdsong - Yes, that sounds fine! Definately take the multi-v, and a b-complex is always a good thing no matter what you're taking.

Susan: Yeah! Glad you got your hyponidd!!

Can't wait to see how it works for you!

Lizmel · 03-01-2008, 11:37 PM

Birdsong & Daisygirl....definitely keep us updated on your progress while taking Hyponidd. So glad you got it in!

AF came today. So, I had a 37 day cycle. This is my second natural cycle. ...1st one since taking the Hyponidd.

I'm a little down today though. I was certain that I ovulated 2 weeks ago. We went on a mtn. retreat for valentine's day and I had all the signs of ovulation (I'm not temping...did that for 6+ years...can't look at another chart at this point). But, I had a lot...and I mean a lot of CM. So, DH and I did the BD (baby dance) all that weekend. Why didn't it happen if I was ovulating? I'm just frustrated I guess. But, there is another cycle right?

So, cycle day 1 for me today...March 1st. That should be easy to remember!

DaisyGirl83617 · 03-02-2008, 12:22 AM

I'm so sorry Lizmel.

It is so frustrating isn't it? I'll wish a lot of baby dust your way, and hope for a bfp next month for you!

Birdsong · 03-02-2008, 12:27 AM

Thanks, ladies!

I'm excited to start trying it too, will definitely keep you posted re: results....

I'm sorry for the frustration, Lizmel . . . I will definitely be crossing fingers and praying for you too!

Take care!

Lizmel · 03-03-2008, 12:58 AM

Ok, now I KNOW the Hyponidd is doing good to my body.

I have been off of it for a couple of days. No reason really, just forgot...it's tax season (part of my profession), so I've been unbelievably busy...

So, today I have been going for the carbs and sugar like you wouldn't believe. I have craved them all day.

Tomorrow...back on the Hyponidd!!!!!!!

NYER · 03-03-2008, 12:35 PM

Well, looks like I'm having another early ovulation. Not too early though I think. Better than cd7 last month, and the 20something cd's I'd had before that. I didn't even get a chance to take what I usually take in follicular phase (maca, saw palmetto, chinese formula, etc). It's actually unusual for me to ovulate this early without all that. Someone mentioned about prolonged AF (I think on the other thread), and I'm also experiencing that. Lots of spotting...

But it's the first time in a long time I've actually seen an almost +opk. I figure I'll ovulate cd11 or 12 if this isn't a fakeout surge.

OT, this is the first month I used the OV Watch. I started it cd1, and it has not picked up anything. Still says non-fertile. $189 down the tubes.

Pearl1981 · 03-03-2008, 09:37 PM

Hey girls

Just wanted to add that I too suffered with slight itching. I think its the warming effect of the herbs.

On a positive note, you are all experiencing vivid dreams because you are now ovulating and producing progesterone (something you dont do with PCOS) and progesterone causes vivid dreams. Not to mention balances out estrogen and reduces cysts.

Well done all chat soon peace out

pearl

xxx

DaisyGirl83617 · 03-03-2008, 11:20 PM

WOW Thank you Pearl! I really really appreciate your info. You are my PCOS HERO!

NYER · 03-04-2008, 12:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pearl1981

Hey girls

Just wanted to add that I too suffered with slight itching. I think its the warming effect of the herbs.

On a positive note, you are all experiencing vivid dreams because you are now ovulating and producing progesterone (something you dont do with PCOS) and progesterone causes vivid dreams. Not to mention balances out estrogen and reduces cysts.

Well done all chat soon peace out

pearl

xxx

Hi Pearl - Your right about the progesterone/dreams - I didn't think of that, but it was during my last LP (and I had good temps). I think the hyponidd is a bit warming for me. I am starting to feel dehydrated (dry skin/eyes/mouth) and my face looks like crap, lol. I'm also getting acne, but was attributing that to the detox effects of turmeric. I'm either going to have to cut back to 3 pills a day & see how that goes, or add in some cooling herbs/food. I still feel somewhat cold most of the time but warmer than usual. Odd!