PCOS 4

TEENS

This book is designed to help you learn about the effects of Poly Cystic Ovaries Syndrome (PCOS).If this book has been given to you its because you probably have the signs or symptoms of PCOS.Believe me its not the end of the world, right now you probably feel unsure and not too sure of what to expect but with the help of this book you will learn how to deal and live with PCOS. I can only give you the tools to help guide you along your journey the rest is up to you. Only you can control your destiny don’t let PCOS control it for you.

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Secret

what is POCS

who has it?Between 1 in 10 and 1 in 20 women of childbearing age has PCOS.

Every womens cycle is dffirent but if you have irregular periods and PCOS is in your family its best to seek advise from your GP

PCOS causes Cysts on the ovaries these can sometimes be painful, if experienceing pain in the lower stomack please see your GP.

What is the cause of PCOS?

What is Insulin?Insulin is a hormone that controls the change of sugar, starches, and other food into energy for the body to use or store. Many women with PCOS have too much insulin in their bodies because they have problems using it.

INPCOS Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a health problem that can affect a woman’s:Menstrual cycleAbility to have childrenHormonesHeartBlood vesselsAppearance

The cause of PCOS is unknown. But most experts think that several factors, including genetics, could play a role. Women with PCOS are more likely to have a mother or sister with PCOS.

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Pick 3 of these activiys and do them 4 times a weekDancing in the rain

Walking the neighbours dog

Get a team together and try roller derby

2 minute walk then 1 minute run for 20 minutes

Walk to town instead of taking transport

Jump on the bike and see where i t takes you

Go ten pin bowling wi th your friends

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SYMPTOMS OF PCOS

Because you’re hormones are in balanced this can cause your skin to become irritated, toxins in your body are released which then causes acne. Every teenagers nightmare. Its worse with PCOS but we can prevent it.

A main underlying problem with PCOS is a hormonal imbalance. In women with PCOS, the ovaries make more androgens than normal. Androgens are male hormones that females also make. High levels of these hormones affect the develop-ment and release of eggs during ovulation which causes irregular peroids.

INSYMPTOMS

Infertility (not able to get preg-nant) because of not ovulating. Infrequent, absent, and/or irregular menstrual periods Hirsutism, increased hair growth on the face, chest, stom-ach, back, thumbs, or toes Cysts on the ovaries Acne, oily skin, or dandruff Weight gain or obesity, usually with extra weight around the waist Male-pattern baldness or thin-ning hair Patches of skin on the neck, arms, breasts, or thighs that are thick and dark brown or black Anxiety or depression.

Because PCOS causes that extra male hormone, it causes excess hair growth, Shaving is the wrong thing to do, check out your local beautician for threading.

Ultrascan of ovaries with cysts

Problem

Write 5 things about yourself you don’t like and then turn them into positives!

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Me & My Mum

My fav place

What makes you happy?

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Save this page for when your’e having a bad day then write about how each of these picture make you feel. You will feel much better after. Revisit this page each time your feeling down

Support

Excess Hair GrowthCheck out your local beauticians for the latest craze for hair removal. Threading pulls out the hair and it grows back lighter.

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2.PCOS is Genetic Someone in your family probably has it. Turn to them for support.Check out your local GP for more information.

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AcneFind a face wash that works for you stay away from supermaket productsas they can cause more brake outs.

NutritionIts worth spending

the money and see-ing a nutrition who can put you on to

the right PCOS diet.

Join the ChallengeWorkshops and

television and radio programming. www.pcoschallenge.com/

InternetThere are plenty of websites and forums for women with PCOS that are great support.

You gain strength, courage and

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This page is for your friends to write something they love about you

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What should i be eating

food

The secret to getting your PCOS in to remission is stabilizing your hormones and

blood sugar levels, so how do we do it! www.personaltouch.co.nz

What should you be eating

80% cocca with berries is a great treat every now and then.

INFOOD

Chia seeds are a great anti oxidant. It also curves sugar cravings

Eat plenty of vegetables but stay away from Potatoes, white rice, pasta as this increases insulin

Cinnimon is good for PCOS as it reduces insulin resistance.

Almonds are a great healthy snack

OWN DESTINY

accomplished, achiever, active, admirable, adorable, adventurous, affectionate, agile, agreeable, alert, amazing, ambitious, amiable, amusing, angelic, artistic, assured, athletic, avid, beautiful, becoming, beloved, best, big-heartedblessing, blissful, blond, bold, bookworm, bouncy,

carefree, caring, champion, charismatic, charming, cheerful, classy, clever, compassionate, confident, conscientious, considerate, cool, cooperative, cordial, courageous, courteous, crazy, creative, cuddly, cultured, curious, cute,

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Lifting weights involves the use of external resistance to progres-sively increase your ability to exert of resist force; which, in turn, promotes the growth of strong, healthy bones and muscles. Weight training also helps with insulin ressistance.

Exercise and eating the right food for PCOS can control the symptons involved with PCOS. Nutrtion is an important factor with PCOS because hormones are controlled by food.

A good regular exercise routine with cardio a few times is key in managing PCOS. Besides helping you lose weight, it can help prevent some of the complications associated with PCOS, like cardiac disease, diabetes and high blood pressure. Many ac-tivities can be considered cardio exercise, including walking, jogging, biking and swimming.

Weight Trainning

Cardio

Exercise + Diet = Control Put your POCS in to remission by using control

EXERCISEFEELGOOD

ALWAYS IN STYLE

Always be a first-rate version of yourself,

instead of a second-rate version of somebody else.

- Judy Garland

“You are worth more than

words can say

It’s beauty that captures your

attention; p e r s o n a l i t y which captures

your heart

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