PCOS

So in my first post I mentioned that I have PCOS and figured I should address it right off the bat so that people understand exactly what it is.

PCOS stands for Polycystic ovary syndrome.  It's pretty much a hormone imbalance that causes me a lot of grief.  There are a lot of good sites with information about it and all that it entails.  One of my favorites is U.S. National Library of Medicine . 

To try and help out with it I started a super low carb diet.  I am only allowed 30 carbs a day.  So far it's been a little rough, but worth it.  I started on January 9th and have lost 5lbs already.

My food consists of meats, eggs, cheeses, and a few different vegetables.  I have also found a couple treats that make it easier.  There is a peppermint cool whip that is delicious, and Applebee's makes amazing BBQ wings that are super low carb too!

I am lucky I have a supportive husband in all this too.  Since he gets home before me, he will cook pork chops, steak, or some other kind of meat so that I can have dinner when I get home.

I'll touch on it more throughout my blogging and how it is affecting my life.