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Hi everyone!…
Hi everyone!I am a little late to the party but so excited to be here. I am eager to learn from B and from all of you. Like most of us here, I thought I was invincible until one day when they found a cyst in my right ovary (no symptoms or anything, thankfully), we watched it for a while and it grew to a point where it had to be surgically removed. Interestingly, during the whole “watching” period, the doctors never spoke to me about making any lifestyle changes but did always try to put me on the pill which I knew was a bad idea. I became curious about finding out why I had the cyst in the first place and started doing some research and following a lot of wonderful people like B on Instagram and was blown away by everything I was learning. I am constantly amazed that they don’t teach us these basic things in school. I have been hungry for more ever since. Have made some amazing changes like getting rid of all plastic containers in the house, choosing organic whenever possible, switching to non-toxic personal care products and cleaners etc. I want to continue to learn more so I can continue to be a better/stronger version of myself. Thanks for showing us the light in the most genuine way possible, B! Wishing us all good health and continuous growth! ❤️
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You gave me goosebumps girl! ❤️ I’m so incredibly happy you’re with us and I cannot wait to be able to support you even further on your health journey. It’s amazing how many times my clients have reported that their cysts no longer classified to be called cysts, but instead follicles, as a consequence of addressing stress, toxins and poor diet. You’re on the right path… keep up the good work, and welcome again!
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Hi Natasha! I know exactly what you mean about doctors not telling you about lifestyle changes. Wishing you a great journey ahead
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Thank you for the warm welcome, B!
It is fascinating that you mention cysts turning into follicles because on my 3rd bi-annual ultrasound post surgery, they noticed multiple cysts in the same ovary and tried to diagnose me with PCOS but after some tests, decided it probably is just follicles. I haven’t done an ultrasound in a while now mostly due to covid but mainly because I am unable to find a doctor I can trust. I need to start looking again.
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Thank you, Claire! Wish you the same
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– Estrogen dominance (and often excess androgens in PCOS dynamics) & insulin resistance are usually at play. Does that make sense in your case?
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– From everything I’ve learned, it seems to me that it is estrogen dominance. I haven’t done bloodwork recently to know for sure. I do not experience any major symptoms (never did). It is just the subtle stuff, most of which has been much better with improved sleep hygiene, focus on hydration etc.
I just started wearing a CGM a week ago because I have been curious about my glucose levels and insulin resistance. On average my blood glucose ranges somewhere between 95 and 125 which I know is on the higher side so I am starting to make conscious choices with food and movement to minimize spikes and lower the range.
If you have any suggestions for testing or anything else, I’m all ears
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the CGM is a great tool to help you see how your body reacts to certain foods/combos & other factors like stress, sleep, time of your cycle, etc.
You can also test your fasting insulin, fasting glucose & HbA1C with a blood test. Go on a day when you’re stress free, have time to spare as stress can influence blood sugar results. 12-hour overnight fast, only water is allowed, and test first thing in the morning. Ideally you want fasting insulin to be 5-7 uIU/ml, fasting glucose to be less than 90mg/dl and HbA1C between 4.5-5.2%.
If you haven’t yet watched the “Food” pillar in the Beginner’s Health Roadmap, I share my VPF principle which is an excellent strategy for those with insulin resistance, along with the recommendations for the different types of carbs.
Let’s carry the conversation over to the “Ask for Help” space if you have any other questions related to blood sugar regulation and estrogen dominance.
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Thank you! This is very helpful. I will get those tests done soon. I have been paying close attention to food combinations and order of consumption lately, especially since reading Jessie Inchauspe’s (Glucose Goddess on Instagram) book, Glucose Revolution.
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I also love her practical approach to regulating blood sugar. Being a book worm myself, one of the features I would love to add to B Better is a monthly book club. That’s a book I would love to discuss with everyone.
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A book club is an excellent idea
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