In addition to a new healthy lifestyle and eating habits, my doctor suggested that I try medi fast, which I'm willing to try. I have PCOS, which among other issues, causes me to have a problem with insulin resistance. I was able to achieve a healthier lifestyle and the motivation in need to continue it by taking the prescription drug Meridia. In 15 weeks I lost 33 pounds.
My question is, I've been educating myself about what my body needs to maintain a healthy weight. With PCOS, the body sometimes has trouble using insulin properly and converting it to energy. The GI diet is the best for people with PCOS and it discourages consumption of any artificial sweeteners, which I no longer eat.
The only Medi Fast foods that don't contain something lab created or artificial is the soups. I looked at nutritional facts, and the products have maltodextrin, acesulfame potassium, corn solids, hydrolized chemicals..... There have been medical studies showing that artificial sweeteners may actually cause insulin resistance. Is this "diet" ok for me to try?
Weight Loss 1 Comment Bonnie on 11/11/10I have PCOS too, and it sounds like you're eating right for it: stay away from simple carbs like sugar and refined flour. I wouldn't use Medi Fast products, though. The very best thing you can do to improve insulin resistance and help stabilize your blood sugar levels is incorporate exercise into your life. You didn't mention what exercise you're doing, and I think your doctor would have done better by you to recommend that first.
Try looking up books written by Dr Elizabeth Vliet, such as 'The Savvy Woman's Guide to PCOS.' She has good information about PCOS and lifestyle changes we can make to improve our health.
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