very overwhelmed...

macgrl80 · 03-21-2008, 04:21 PM

so i've been looking through a lot of the posts on alternative remedies but i feel very overwhelmed by all the information. i don't have insurance but i even if i did i would want to look all my options. i found so much great information and i am trying to see what would be best for me to try. i am very interested in trying Hyponidd and the NAC but i also read about using Vitamin B6 and D and Optivite. i don't want to overload and take too much stuff at the same time but i don't know which combination would be best. i am trying to get rid of facial hair on my chin and neck, regulate my period and not feel so sluggish all the time. i have been exercising and trying to eat right (though it doesn't happen all the time). if anyone has had positive experiences with those products i would love to hear about it. thank you!!

Hoopla143 · 03-21-2008, 09:08 PM

Hey Macgrl...we're like neighbors!!! I am in a Philly suburb as well....

So, I just started this as well and I am also sooooo confused with all the different options. I have spent countlesss hours reading all of the post about alternative treatments! I know I am so grateful for this forum becaseu I really don't wanna start up with all kinds of meds again and as so pleased to find out their are other options!

So far I have begun to drastically change my eating habits (about 3-4 weeks ago) and lost 7 lbs so far! YAY for me!

Only like about 120 to go!

I have also stated taking cinnamon and vinegar...we'll see.

Good luck...hopefully since you started this thread some of the more "tenured" cysters will provide some of thier experiences to help us newbies!

DaisyGirl83617 · 03-22-2008, 01:46 AM

Hi Mac and Hoopla,

I'm not new to pcos, but I am new to herbal remedies rather than chemicals. For me, I decided to start with three items that I felt would work best for my symptoms. I added a few here or there, and deleted as I felt as well. Vitex is a great one to start with I think. Also, look into the benefits of Flax seed.

Just FYI, I started with Vitex, Red Raspberry leaf and Dong Quai. I have added flax seed, red clover blossom, and cinnamon. Hyponidd is my newest item, and I am in LOVE with it.

Good luck guys. I know its not easy. Remember, it takes average of three to six months for most herbal remedies to kick in and get full effect!