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Chocolate Swirl Pumpkin Bread

Chocolate Swirl Pumpkin Bread

by Dr. Samina Mitha, ND on October 1, 2016 with No Comments

With the summer now coming to a close, and autumn in full swing, everyone starts to pull out sweaters, jackets and cozy warm socks. It is especially fun to start digging out any and all pumpkin recipes at this time of year. This pumpkin bread has a bit of a … Read More

Sugar cravings got you? Insulin resistance can c

Sugar cravings got you?

Insulin resistance can cause higher sugar cravings because of the higher amounts of insulin in the blood stream. This makes us crave more sugar or carbohydrates since the body wants to use up the insulin. Insulin is only created when glucose comes into the bloodstream (aka after eating sugar or carbs).

One supplement we know that can help get insulin and glucose more stable in the blood stream is myo-inositol. This results in less cravings

After treating many women with PCOS the number one thing they come back saying after starting inositol is that their sugar cravings are reduced. .

In fact, the research also supports this, in a small study it was found that high levels of inositol at 18 grams for 6 weeks was shown to be a therapeutic agent for binge eating. I commonly see insulin resistance causing such eating disorders.

PMID: 11262515

In many other studies of inositol for PCOS the therapeutic dose was 4grams daily.

If you want to reduce the amount of sugar you are eating join me for my 5 day sugar free challenge this September 26-30th. @elanhealthcare (makers of Ovofolic, a myo-inositol d-chiro inositol supplement) will be giving away a 50$ Amazon gift card each day of the challenge.
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Sugar sugar…if you are like me and need to reduc

Sugar sugar…if you are like me and need to reduce your sugar consumption especially after the summer months I am here for you!!

Sugar can really worsen a lot of the symptoms we see with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome.

If you are looking to feel better overall, reducing your sugar consumption could be the first step! Join me for my 5 day sugar free challenge starting September 26th in my Natural PCOS group on Facebook. In past challenges participants have mentioned after the 5 days they noticed a difference in sugar cravings. I believe that all you need is 5 days of really removing sugar to reduce your cravings.

Oh! And each day we will be giving away a $50 gift card to Amazon courtesy of @elanhealthcare makers of Ovofolic.

Link is in my bio to join!

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I’ve been around the block when it comes to goin

I’ve been around the block when it comes to going back to school. With over 10 years of schooling and learning about my diagnosis of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome in second year of undergraduate studies I had to share my top 3 tips to going back to school with PCOS.

Are you going back to school today (or soon)? Use these tips to help you get through the year!
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It’s #worldpcos day and on the same day my daugh

You are in the right place if you… Have Polycy

You are in the right place if you…

Have Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome and are looking to manage your weight, regulate your cycles and manage hair loss/acne/excessive hair growth.

My Instagram page is not only about my personal experience with PCOS but also serves to provide you with the latest research and tips so that you can take control of your symptoms.

When I was first diagnosed with PCOS I was confused and had no idea what to do, how to eat, how to move or even how to get pregnant. So here I am, having helped over 1k women now with PCOS providing online support so you don’t have to feel confused like I did!

Thanks for following me and allowing me to become a part of your health journey.

To get more support visit the link in my bio for my Natural PCOS support group on Facebook, my YouTube page and the link to book a virtual consultation with me!

Oh and don’t forget to download your PCOS FOOD cheat sheet in the link in my bio.

Be well,

Dr. Mitha

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I remember going through my board exams to officia

I remember going through my board exams to officially become a Naturopathic Doctor and I was studying for 3-4 months for the exam. ⁠
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I didn't feel too stressed because I had a plan and I was getting through all the material. I was eating well and trying to move my body as much as possible. ⁠
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But my period disappeared. 😩⁠
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It was super annoying. I have patients come and tell me they feel like sh*t when their period disappears. Almost as if they are PMSing for days on end. ⁠
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I know EXACTLY what this feels like. ⁠
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When my period disappeared for these 4 months my body didn't feel the best. I was definitely stressed about the board exams and my body was telling me this by my period not showing up. ⁠
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After I finished writing my board exam, a week later my period showed up. And I celebrated 🎉 🎉🎉🎉⁠
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I always get so excited when patients email me with the same happiness celebrating the arrival of their period. Seems so silly because most people dread getting their period. But when it comes to PCOS, getting a period can feel like a huge accomplishment. ⁠
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I know EXACTLY what this feels like. ⁠
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Having our period on a regular basis is a sign that your hormones are healthy. ⁠
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If you are struggling to get a regular cycle, please reach out. There are things you can do in order to get your cycle back on track. ⁠
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Drop a ‘YES’ in the comments if you’ve had this exactly feeling before.
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