January 23rd, 2012
As if the health benefits that sleep brings were not enough motivation to get plenty of “shut-eye”, a good seven or eight hours every night could also help you avoid Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome weight gain.
Researchers found that people who slept for less than six hours a night – or more than nine – put on more weight than those who slept for seven or eight hours each night.
The study, published, appropriately enough, in the journal Sleep, found those who did not get enough sleep gained almost 4.4lbs compared to those who slept for the recommended number of hours over a period of six years.
Those who had too much sleep gained 3.5lbs more than those who slept for the recommended number of hours. Short-sleepers were 27% more likely to become obese and long sleepers were 21% more likely to take the same path than those who had an average night’s sleep.
The reason that the amount of sleep a person gets can govern their weight is because sleep affects hormone levels, especially those involved in appetite and feeling full after a meal.
Research leader Jean-Philippe Chaput, of Laval University in Quebec, Canada, said: “Our study provides evidence that both short and long-sleeping times predict an increased risk of future body weight and fat gain in adults.”
Sleep experts say the chances of getting a good night’s rest increase if you go to bed and get up at the same time every day, even at weekends, and set a relaxing routine before getting into bed such as having a bath or reading.
Watching television in bed is not recommended and it is best to avoid stimulants such as alcohol, caffeine, chocolate and exercise in the evening. If you have trouble getting to sleep, it is best to get up and do something relaxing like reading until you feel ready for sleep.
A regular exercise regime combined with a balanced, nutritious PCOS diet can improve sleep patterns and help reverse an underlying cause of excess weight and obesity, namely the imbalance of blood glucose and insulin called Insulin Resistance. By reversing this latter condition, you can facilitate PCOS weight loss.
January 29th, 2010
Makers of a 13-week reality TV show about PCOS are looking for six to 10 women with the condition to participate.
Slated for cable TV stations across the US, the show is being developed by PCOS Challenge and participants will have the opportunity to win cash prizes and surprise gifts while benefitting from health and medical experts.
To be considered, submit your name, age, contact number, email address, a brief paragraph about your biggest struggle with PCOS and a brief 2 – 5 minute video to introduce yourself (camcorder and webcam are acceptable.)
The deadline is January 30th. Send materials to tv@pcoschallenge.com
Whether or not you want to participate, I’m, sure you agree that this is a great opportunity to spread awareness about PCOS!
December 14th, 2009
The supplement L-Carnitine, a vitamin-like substance, is discussed in the current edition of PCOS Review.
Editor Bill Slater outlines the many reasons why L-Carnitine supports various important body functions such as burning fat for energy. Additionally, it may “stimulate hair shaft elongation” and reduce the death of hair cells as well as decrease the risk for cardiovascular health issues.
Interestingly, women with PCOS appear to be deficient in carnitine.
To read the article in full:
www.ovarian-cysts-pcos.com/news95.html
L-Carnitine is used in the Insulite PCOS System to increase insulin sensitivity which is key to reversing insulin resistance, considered to be the main underlying cause of PCOS. The formulas of the Insulite PCOS System also include vital nutrients such as saw palmetto, vitex, flax seed, vanadium and chromium among others.
To read more about the elements of the Insulite PCOS System, visit:
http://pcos.insulitelabs.com/PCOS-Elements.php
December 12th, 2009
Insulite Laboratories is celebrating the holiday season by offering free shipping and handling on all bulk orders of the Insulite PCOS System – worldwide – through Dec. 15, 2009. This includes three- and six-month bulk purchases.
This represents a cost savings of $42 to $58 on shipping for U.S. and international bulk purchases, respectively.
To take advantage of this limited offer visit:
http://pcos.insulitelabs.com/Order-Insulite-PCOS-System.php
For further ordering information, contact info@insulitelabs.com. By telephone: 1-888-986-4325 (US) and direct and from outside the US: 1-970-679-8608.
Women worldwide use the Insulite PCOS System to successfully manage their PCOS symptoms naturally.
For more information:
www.pcos.insulitelabs.com
