Inositol pcos weight loss reddit It's a great tool, but not everyone will lose weight with just inositol without making other life changes. to the point i take it daily. I wasn’t fasting. The root cause of PCOS is almost always insulin resistance, so focusing on optimising diet gets you the biggest bang for your buck. It’s the most researched supplement for PCOS. Glad inositol is helping, it was life changing for me, and yep the sleep and mood benefits are REAL. I lost maybe 5lb just with healthy habits (and a ton Inositol became such a big fad on social media lately, and it can help some people lose weight, but it will only help you lose weight if you have issues with insulin resistance and/or PCOS. I even got my natural cycles right after 28 days Hi, I've been reading a bit about inositol in regards to pcos and insulin resistance. When I went to buy a jar of it on Amazon, I was thrilled to see all the reviews from women with PCOS saying it helped them regulate their cycle and start ovulating. So, I am 99% sure I have PCOS (I have a doctors appointment later this month to verify). studies have shown that taking a berberine supplement over the course of three months results in significant weight lose After reading multiple threads about supplements that help with pcos, it seems that inositol is a must. Nervous about the Get the Reddit app Scan this QR code to download the app now. 130-140lb (58-63kg), going out for a walk or cycle whenever the weather is dry and taking inositol supplements - but i haven’t had a natural period for 7months. I have PCOS and have lost 60 lbs, from 189 to 129, through tracking calories. As such, I have been thinking a lot recently about what I can do to make my health journey as easy as possible given this circumstance that makes it I know weight loss is possible, I lost 65 lbs in college, but back then all it took was protein paired with meals, 1 serving of bread a day 1 glass of milk a day (I can't even eat those anymore anyway lol due to gi health issues now), 1 dessert/sweet a day, and moderate calorie deficit of 300 calories less (so 1800 calories at first then once I Get the Reddit app Scan this QR code to download the app now. I was always into exercise and I could never lose weight. First off all my weight loss has stalled. Berberine on the other hand I will have been taking for a month now on the 29th and wow! Immediately started losing weight regularly and am already down almost 5lbs. In looking up some options, there are so many! Wholesome Story seems like a solid brand. 22 diagnosed w PCOS at 19 been on birth control ever since and it’s been fine but i’m now really focusing on losing weight which is how i ended up here. A lot of people see success with weight loss on inositol, though! hi! i’m new here. I’ve seen some people say that taking inositol and Berberine together have been Old post but still shows up when you google "inositol + memory". Get the Reddit app Scan this QR code to download the app now We are a community of PCOS sufferers trying to lose weight for a variety of reasons, whether it be easing symptoms, trying to conceive, or reasons not related to PCOS. Inositol & Berberine . As far as weight loss goes at least you will no longer rapidly gain weight like most of us pcos-ers unfortunately do 26F, 5ft. 3 lbs. Or check it out in the app stores I just started taking inositol for PCOS last week and feel severely bloated and have already gained 5 pounds. I miss not having a mustache, I was losing a little weight, my skin was clearer, the inositol was definitely working for me but dang I couldn’t handle the 10 days of migraines Get the Reddit app Scan this QR code to download the app now and was at the time of taking inositol, it doesn’t seem to be working for me as well as before inositol. Weight loss is so ridiculously difficult for me, the 91 pounds have been a STRUGGLE to get off, and I want any advantage I Inositol didn’t work for me at all. I have been watching my calorie intake on LoseIt! app and eating less than 1200 calories a day, completely cut out sugars (I'm a sweettooth). If your weight is not related to these issues then inositol won’t do anything to help, it might lower your blood sugar too much if you already have We are a community of PCOS sufferers trying to lose weight for a variety of reasons, whether it be easing symptoms, trying to conceive, or reasons not related to PCOS. I've been taking ovasitol for a week now and I def lost some weight and noticed decreased appetite. Have y’all had more success with metformin or inositol in regard to weight loss? Share Add a Comment. I have been eating in a calorie deficit and exercising 4-5 times a week (weights and cardio) for months now Inositols are a family of naturally occurring, vitamin-like compounds found in many foods. I started it for weight loss and it’s really started helping. Give me alllll the information and experiences with chromium and inositol I’ve been taking Inositol for almost 2 months and berberine for a month now. Metformin, I lost about 30 pounds and have kept it off now for almost a year. I’m really really bad at keeping track of that stuff but after about a month of not taking the inositol I think things went back to normal. I take inositol since I don’t tolerate metformin, as well as Vitamin D I was recently diagnosed and started treatment for PCOS in July/August. Get the Reddit app Scan this QR code to download the app now The common wisdom that you need to lose weight to heal PCOS is ass-backwards, not only in my personal experience but in the experience of many others on this sub. We are a community of PCOS sufferers trying to lose weight for a variety of reasons, whether it be easing symptoms, trying to conceive, or reasons not related to Get the Reddit app Scan this QR code to download the app now. Ive also read a lot about the purity of different brands and myo-inositol and found that the ovasitol brand is very regulated. Another thing I noticed is that it curbs my appetite ALOT. It does not cause weight loss. And again, I didn't experience any of these the first time around. I've been taking it for little more than a month. It hasn’t negatively Get the Reddit app Scan this QR code to download the app now My whole life every doctor told me I was classical pcos since i struggled with my weight but i never ever came up insulin resistant. I use OVASITOL, which is the name brand of inositol. 5 . I still have another thirty to lose but that will have to I wasn’t consciously counting calories when I made this post but I was on Weight Watchers trying to lose weight. I tried myo-inositol for about 1. I wanna know what experiences A good few months, it took a bit of time before I started seeing any improvements. Neither metformin or inositol are meant to cause weight loss. Hope this helps! It depends. If you have coverage, consider trying out a CGM. taking the supplements paired with eating cleaner jump-started me getting my period (i’d go 6 months to a year with none and the supplements got me to get one maybe every two month or so). They play a vital role in many key aspects of health and fertility. While losing weight can help that happen, it doesn’t automatically work. Im about 50 pounds overweight from my healthy weight, and have recently bought just the basic myo-inositol capsules to help with losing weight and managing other symptoms. I have been taking it for over a year now. I keep fluctuating up and down 1 pound. now i make sure never to miss a day). ADMIN MOD Update w labs: What’s working for me ( Berberine, inositol, weight lifting ) Notes: I’m not i've been diagnosed with pcos since i was 15. So I switched to inositol in November and it has made me feel amazing and I had a better period than normal last week. NAC is good for PCOS and IR and is used to treat anxiety and OCD. ravenous hunger on inositol and experienced extreme bloating and others who say it curbs their appetite and helped them lose weight. If you aren’t doing those two things the weight will be slow to One of the potential side effects is some weight loss but thats normally in the realm of a few pounds and not like if you were taking a weight loss medication like phentermine, ozempic etc Ive been on and off metformin over the years and its never made a difference to weight loss We are a community of PCOS sufferers trying to lose weight for a variety of reasons, whether it be easing symptoms, trying to conceive, or reasons not related to PCOS. 5 weeks ago. It's $$$ so I'd like to know before I purchase another bottle. Inositol helps with insulin signnaling so you may have less cravings, etc. I’ve had the best results with D-Chiro inositol for pure weight loss. Or check it out in the app stores Inositol isn't for weight loss It's for other PCOS symptoms. 5 - 2lbs a week. Only been on the inositol for one week I have had pcos for several years but successfully managed the symptoms through diet and lifestyle. 2 cups of spearmint a day Myo inositol NAC omega 3 fish oil Vitamin D zinc Chaste tree berry extract Gluten free, non dairy diet Strength training/cardio Delicate and tedious skincare routine Reply reply I have PCOS with ovarian cysts but I am not insulin resistant. With PCOS we also clear insulin more slowly, you are right. I honestly feel like it has helped me massively with my period and weightloss - I am down almost 30kg. I do still take berberine along with a host of other supplements. Inositol is used as a treatment for anxiety, hopefully you will get that benefit too. I still struggle to lose the weight too. If you notice weight gain and used it mostly for that, I would just stop taking it Weight gain was an unexpected side effect. Or check it out in the app stores Will the inositol help with weight loss? Reply reply We are a community of PCOS sufferers trying to lose weight for a variety of reasons, whether it be easing symptoms, trying to conceive, or reasons not related to PCOS. Or check it out in the app stores     Get the Reddit app Scan this QR code to download the app now I am convinced y’all lost weight on inositol and Berberine because Rant/Venting I just ordered the Berberine and I hope that I will lose some of the weight. Guess what. They're meant to regulate your hormones and help with insulin resistance which has helped a few people shed a couple pounds as the regulation meant your body wasn't experiencing as much fat/water retention. it may help people with a body mass index over 30 lose weight. pls help. It’s more expensive because it’s brand name, and studies have shown that women with PCOS I lost 10 lbs before metformin with Inositol and now lost an additional 14lbs with inositol and metformin. Hi , I know your post is from a few months ago , but how did it go, using both metformin and inositol? I've been on metformin for pcos for 5 months 2000mg and no weight loss , so I've just ordered myself some myo-inositol. I should add I took this for two months before it got "bad" - Tripled rate of weight loss when combined with intermittent fasting, specifically 22:2 - Stabilized mood I don’t have any answers, but this is so much like my own PCOS journey. It’s been about 8-9 months and they’re definitely back to base level. Any suggestions? 181K subscribers in the PCOS community. While those in the inositol group lost weight, those in the placebo group showed We are a community of PCOS sufferers trying to lose weight for a variety of reasons, whether it be easing symptoms, trying to conceive, or reasons not related to PCOS. so I know it was inositol. Like some days I don't feel the need to eat dinner or Reddit iOS Reddit Android Reddit Premium About Reddit Advertise Blog which one has actually shown results. Anyone have any experience with hair loss / hair growth when taking inositol? We are a community of PCOS sufferers trying to lose weight for a variety of reasons, whether it be easing symptoms, trying to conceive, or reasons not related to PCOS. Get the Reddit app Scan this QR code to download the app now. However, it's not a standalone In a randomised study in 92 women with PCOS, 50% were given 4 grams of myo-inositol per day for 14 weeks. If you’re serious about losing weight, that’s what it will take. If inositiol isn't working for you, don't take it I'd say. General/Advice Hi everyone, I just wanted to know if someone has experienced weight gain after stopping Myo-Inositol. Also get tips on inositol foods to eat. If you would like to join PCOS, weight loss and inositol. The inositol was a game changer for me. Has anyone powered through and started losing the weight, or should I give up? Share Sort by: Best. then i got a job at a shop where i had an office upstairs and any time i Just wanted help with insulin resistance/sugar cravings and maybe help alongside healthy eating and exercise to lose some weight. However, I started ovasitol around Christmas and j barely gained any weight and usually I put on anywhere between 10-20 pounds in December. It’s such bullshit Reply reply I feel like I’ve failed myself and let PCOS win by considering Ozempic for weight loss I thought I’d read that the process of weight loss can temporarily increase estrogen in the body, but when I tried to look it up, all I found was that it actually lowers both testosterone and estrogen. Hey! I chose the ovasitol brand because of their 40:1 blend of myo- inositol and the d-chiro-inositol since that's apparently the naturally occurring ratio in our bodies. But, the eating choices you are making and inositol are a powerful combo. In fact, apparently there is such a thing as “inositol resistance” where some PCOS women (due to gut It’s 27 bucks for a giant container. but the studies done on inositol and We would like to show you a description here but the site won’t allow us. But I feel like I’m swelling Can Inositol/Ovasitol and berberine be taken long-term and if so, how has taking it long-term affected your hair loss, weight loss/fat distribution, insulin resistance, cholesterol, mental health, etc? Truly the ability to manage PCOS successfully is both a burden and a privilege! 138K subscribers in the PCOS community. Any gain weight with inositol? Since starting this supplement I’ve gained 5lbs. i worked at starbucks when i first started this so u Posted by u/MollyLydia - 7 votes and 3 comments Helping resensitize your body to insulin whether it’s through exercise or inositol in itself won’t make you lose weight, it just makes it potentially easier to lose weight when you follow a calorie deficit and exercise. Mostly for mental health issues but I’m curious about the impacts it has on hair growth/hair loss? I’ve been struggling with hair loss (for the past 2 years) and hirsutism since puberty basically. We are a community of PCOS sufferers trying to lose weight for a variety of reasons, whether it be easing symptoms, trying to conceive, or reasons not related to PCOS. Or check it out in the app stores whereas inositol + berberine was costing me $75 per month. i eventually decided i wanted to lose weight and that i was done making excuses for myself . Sort I started taking wholesome story’s brand of myo and d chiro Inositol along with 1800 mg of NAC and then a complex b vitamin. I lost a decent amount of weight and felt better for a while but around September I noticed a stop in improvements and an increase in stomach problems. Weight lifiing is so good for insulin resistance, you have a great plan in place, so cool you are seeing results so quickly. If you would like to join, please message the mods with a little bit of your story. 🙃 Inositol dosed for pcos is unfortunately REALLY expensive. I haven’t lost any weight on it, but it helped regulate my cycles and clear my acne so I still take it. If you would like to join, please message the mods with a Get the Reddit app Scan this QR code to download the app now It's not for weight loss, it helps with other PCOS symptoms though Reply reply I’ve lost weight in combination with inositol but I’m taking other measures for weight loss like ensuring I’m in a calorie deficit, appropriate exercise amount, etc. There is no reason that the exact same ingredients in the exact same amounts shouldn't work the same way. That's the opposite effect desired for most folks. If you eat more calories, your weight should stabilize. The recommended dose of inositol for pcos is 4g split into two 2g doses Reply Sad Go to PCOS r/PCOS • by If I want a bit of an extra boost for weight loss, would there be a big difference if I was to add inositol? I already eat very healthy, calorie count, and workout 4-5 days per week. There is no pill for PCOS weight loss. My fasting a1c, glucose and insulin were always normal. It can help curb cravings so perhaps indirectly. The first controlled trial of inositols for PCOS was published in 1999 . If I'm not careful I'll definitely start gaining weight, generally in my abdomen, I have always caught it before I hit 120, and I realized that I definitely need fewer calories than what an online calculator suggests. Check out all the research on inositol for PCOS I’ve been taking inositol for the last 9 months and so far it had a great effect on my skin, weight loss around belly and helped with cravings. I tried We are a community of PCOS sufferers trying to lose weight for a variety of reasons, whether it be easing symptoms, trying to conceive, or reasons not related to PCOS. I was on Metformin 1000mgs from May-October. However, myo-inositol seems to help much more with other pcos symptoms. 5 years but what made the difference was going moderate Reddit iOS Reddit Android Reddit Premium About Reddit Advertise Blog Careers Press. Cant say if it helps with weight loss it just makes me feel normal knowing I shouldn’t be bloated when eating a salad or rice and meat. I’ve found more success using berberine, personally. i do believe it helped “jump start” my body into Get the Reddit app Scan this QR code to download the app now Inositol is amazing for pcos but it doesn’t cause weight loss. 1- Never skip meals, and make sure to have vegetables at the beginning of every meal, whether it being just some vegetables or a salad. I also exercised more and I lost some weight and my body looks skinnier too. Hey there! I've recently bought some powdered inositiol from iherb hoping that it will help me lose some weight that I think I gained due to PCOS. So, with your approach, if you want to lose a lot of weight, maybe try some pretty intense intermittent However, this brand shouldn't be a problem because it is also 2000 mg myo-inositol and 50 mg d-chiro-inositol, in a 40:1 ratio, twice a day. I'm lean PCOS so weight loss hasn't really been my Get the Reddit app Scan this QR code to download the app now We are a community of PCOS sufferers trying to lose weight for a variety of reasons, whether it be easing symptoms, trying to conceive, or reasons not related to PCOS. If you can, talk to a dietician with a specialty in treating PCOS, that will help a lot. I'm on a ton of other supplements, got on Metformin, working on sleeping better, drinking more water, changing what I'm eating, attempting to exercise, and reducing stress and still no weight loss. New comments cannot be I could use anything to help with the cravings and hunger, but I also want anything that can help reduce the insulin more and aid in weight loss. I have been taking inositol and other supplements to try and get back on Hey everyone. After being diagnosed, I spoke to a dietitian and started really looking into how to lose weight with insulin resistance PCOS. I take bodywise inositol. Gained over 10kg in one year. i need to desperately lose weight. (For everyone, not People with PCOS). I had extremely low vitamin D levels (9) and after 2 months of a prescribed supplement and also prioritizing protein in my diet, keeping loose track of calories by weighing things, I’ve lost 11lbs since December. 5 months to try and kick start symptom management again and experienced my first ever hair shed I started taking 4 gr inositol daily about 1. Get the Reddit app Scan this QR code to download the app now Myo-Inositol and Weight Loss . If PCOS has caused weight Get the Reddit app Scan this QR code to download the app now We are a community of PCOS sufferers trying to lose weight for a variety of reasons, whether it be easing symptoms, trying to conceive, or reasons not related to PCOS. I'm hopeless. I've been on them for almost three months now and my weight has noticeably reduced, but I am worried that once I stop the meds, I'll Get the Reddit app Scan this QR code to download the app now. Was wondering what the success rates are. Its not something that drops weight immediately but it’s helping me lose weight slowly and safely. Inositol, I still have a hard time adjusting to it, as it gives me so much energy that I can’t sleep at night! Get the Reddit app Scan this QR code to download the app now We are a community of PCOS sufferers trying to lose weight for a variety of reasons, whether it be easing symptoms, trying to conceive, or reasons not related to PCOS. Since then, there’s been great interest in two particular forms of inositol: myo-inositol, and D-chiro-i Thinking about using inositol for PCOS? Get the benefits and cons of myo-inositol, d-chiro-inositol supplements. It could have been a coincidence or pure dumb luck , but what I did notice within weeks of starting the ovasitol was a decrease in my symptoms such as hair loss , cystic acne , and weight gain and the return of semi regular cycles (ranging from 30-36 days instead of 148) . i do notice that my periods will be a day late or so if i forget to Hi everyone! Im 17 and have been diagnosed with pcos (Im pretty sure I have the insulin resistance type but Ive not been diagnosed of the type of pcos yet). However when my weight fell into normal bmi, all it did was keep my weight steady I didn't seem to lose anymore. I'm 5-5" and generally weigh around 112-114. My diabetes is diet controlled and I take inositol for my PCOS. Nuts and seeds and avocados are great sources of dense energy. My main focus is weight loss caused by polycystic ovarian syndrome. my periods are extremely regular now. Hair loss is a symptom of inositol deficiency, if you search inositol and We are a community of PCOS sufferers trying to lose weight for a variety of reasons, whether it be easing symptoms, trying to conceive, or reasons not related to PCOS. Or check it out in the app stores   it has both myo and chiro in it and it has helped some with weight loss but since my diet hasn't been on point lately (preparing to move and new job) I haven't seen as much progress as I'd like. Inositol is generally safe, there are no official drug interactions but caution should be used with blood sugar lowering medications, just make sure you aren't becoming hypoglycemic due to Inositol has really helped stabilise my weight even when I’m having a stressful phase and can’t focus on caloric deficit to keep on losing kilos. I didn't start losing weight until my weight loss doctor put me on weight loss medication (contrave). So getting these drugs prescribed to a PCOS patient -the endocrinologist can do it for sure, but a general practitioner can't do it. Typically, PCOS patients have to be at a lower calorie count to lose weight. After a very stressful time during covid I had fallen off my routine - gained weight and my periods stopped again. So there's not many lifestyle changes left that I can improve, that's why I'm wondering about Can Inositol Help with Weight Loss for Women with PCOS? Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) significantly impacts women's health, often leading to insulin resistance and weight management difficulties. Regular cardio and resistance training. But I did seem to lose some weight In order to get pregnant you have to ovulate - it’s important to track and understand what that looks/feels like. The optimal ratio of these two for cycle regulation and egg quality is 40:1 or 2000mg:50mg. All the great studies meta analyses and randomized controlled trials that show benefits of inositol for PCOS I didn't do anything for my insulin resistance, weight, or PCOS symptoms either and I took 4000 mg of myo-inositol and 100 mg of d-chiro-inositol for years. i felt no negative side effects when i started. It helps with a host of pcos symptoms mainly (I think) by alleviating insulin resistance. -Inositol is very safe with minimal side effects (maybe some gut discomfort at high doses, typically 12grams/day or more, plus blood sugar mentioned in another comment) -there are 2 sub-types of inositol: myo-inositol and D-chiro-inositol. Sometimes inositol, berberine, metaformin works for one person and not another. People of all sizes don’t ovulate. Ovasitol contains 2,000 mg of myo-inositol + 50 mg of D-chiro inositol, in the body's normal ratio of 40 to 1. PCOS is just such a burden sometimes. I have attempted to lose the weight for the past 6 months by strictly calorie counting and sticking to a 500 cal deficit each day but I I started taking inositol supplements for PCOS. Gained the weight back. She prescribed me a combination of Myo-Inositol 600 mg + Metformin Hydrochloride 500 mg (Sustained release) that I take 3 times a day. You can also order a load of other items to help with periods or skincare and there is a support WhatsApp group too! Firstly has anyone gained significant weight on inositol? And secondly, has anyone lost significant weight after stoppage of inositol supplementation? Im trying to work out what is causing weight gain, despite a low carb diet, low intensity exercise and berberine, Nac, spearmint tea etc added to my diet. I currently only take inositol and metformin, however, I've been continually and gradually gaining weight ever since I started it. but I am. She says she priorities carbs because she needs those carbs to build muscle. I even increased the dosage at one point. I'll add in a condensed version of my experience. A couple Reddit users let me know I wasn't totally alone in these symptoms BUT I do acknowledge we are like the . I've done this for almost a month now, but see no signs of weight loss (not even on the scale). I’m using NOW inositol and WellbetX berberine 500mg. i started by cutting out a LOT of sugar. I was scared of metformin but for me, I experience more nausea and constipation if I would caution against thinking inositol is for weight loss. Let me tell you all the advice I’ve gathered. Or check it out in the app stores Best supplements for pcos weight loss? Recommendations I’m turning 26 this year and I want to get serious about my health. Reply reply More replies More replies. I haven't lost any weight either. My period is not back. I already taking 150mg wellbutrin, vitamin d prescription, and OTC magnesium glycinate and sometimes berberine. Most folks with classic PCOS (with insulin resistance) can't convert myo inositol to d-chiro inositol very well, so getting d-chiro is important. curious, are you just taking regular inositol? everything i have been reading lately has been saying to take myo-inositol as it’s specific to PCOS but it also seems a good deal more expensive and a little harder to It contains myo-inositol as well as several other supplements and vitamins designed to help with pcos. I'm on my feet all day with my job. I've lost weight, my it started working for me around 6 months. It’s been great for me. I take myo-inositol (fresh nutrition 2200mg 4x every morning). A serving of your product is 4 capsules which contains 2000mg Myo-inositol & 50mg of D-chiro-inositol 40:1 ratio. Take 1 packet and mix it with 6 oz of liquid twice daily (one in the morning and one in the evening). If you would like to join, please message the mods with a Diet changes - cutting sugar and processed carbs, can also be helpful, not to lose weight but to reduce insulin levels. In fact i did get my period right before i started taking the supplement. I work night shift so I make a giant 64 gallon water bottle of it and kind of drink it throughout the day with normal drinks. But I haven’t had my period since I started talking it. I’m on a weightloss journey myself currently, starting over after a while but this time I am more determined as I know alot about what works for When I was taking the maximum dose of Metformin for non-diabetics (2000mg/day) and that was not enough, I also took d-chiro-inositol along with it, and it was strategic in helping me control my IR and achieve weight loss. I had better success with berberine or metformin when combined with my low-carb diet. I'm starting myo-inositol for dress induced PCOS and IR. I haven’t seen any changes like loss of cravings, losing weight, basically nothing. Na fefeel ko lang po sa mga damit na masikip sakin before. Interesting, we are all a sample of n=1. She said that fertility drugs are not an option until I lose weight. However, has anyone else here gained weight with use of inositol rather than lose weight? Pants that fit a month ago barely make it over my hips now, and the only thing that has changed is the introduction of inositol. I’ve lost weight and gained weight so many times I now know alot of what works and what helps in the long run. I’m currently in therapy and seeing a dietician trying to get my shit together. SW 147kg, CW 116kg, GW healthy I have PCOS and I am T2 diabetic. I noticed however that recently I don’t digest it so well and it burns my stomach when I take it so I stopped. i take 750 mg of inositol and am just considering taking metformin despite side effects if it will help. It’s helped me lose weight, helped balance hormone levels, no pms symptoms, less inflammation, insulin resistance management, less bloating, I’ve seen all over tik tok that inositol has been helping a lot of people with insulin resistance lose weight. As long as you are eating enough caloriies your weight should be stable. Initially I hit hard on multiple fronts to get my PCOS/acne under control (low sugar diet, exercise, Vitamin D, Myo-inositol:D-chiro-inositol, Berberine, and weight loss through intermittent fasting. I lost about 18lbs on my own and couldn’t get past 193 and then in conjunction with IF and CICO its been working wonders. I'd highly consider taking a weight loss medication along with metformin. i'm 5'2. Or check it out in the app stores Best inositol supplement for weight loss? Meds/Supplements I’m looking to lose some weight as I can feel my metabolism getting out of whack and I’ve been steadily gaining weight over the last few years. Inositol is actually used to treat depression, anxiety and bipolar at higher doses than are recommended for PCOS, esp in kids. The extreme debilitating tiredness after eating lessened considerably and after a fair few We are a community of PCOS sufferers trying to lose weight for a variety of reasons, whether it be easing symptoms, trying to conceive, or reasons not related to PCOS. Sometimes eating “clean and healthy” isn’t enough when you’re taking in more calories than you burn. 134 votes, 121 comments. Clearer skin din isang effect sakin but I’m not sure if it’s because of myo inositol kasi consistent din kasi ako sa skincare. If you have PCOS, I recommend not wasting money on Ovasitol, personally. I see all these topics about weight gain because of PCOS and losing weight with treatment, but never weight gain with treatment. Sleep issues can often be helped with NAC, inositol and/or a CPAP. Personally I find lowering my carbs to 100-150 g (especially sugar and wheat) or switching to more complex carbs and less simple carbs, helps my symptoms more than any medicine or supplement. Best to all on finding a path that works well for your Recommended me 500mg Metaformin (I take inositol right now but haven’t seen progress past two months) & 110mg Topiramate. Started Metformin to hopefully help with the weight loss. My weight loss had been slow, around 3 kgs in 3 months, but I Hey Everyone I need help, I was diagnosed with PCOS when I was 16 years old but now they’re trying to undiagnosed me I guess cause they the doctors & my endo followed old studies I have all symptoms (cystic acne, irregular periods can go a year without, hair thinning, fatigue, sleep problems & can’t lose weight) I had to hop off the pill cause my bmi is too high and can cause Inositol helped me lose weight when I was overweight. In my experience, it is difficult to lose a lot of weight with a carb centric diet because your insulin levels are really high most of the time. - I do this every 24 hours. In addition to a normal functioning thyroid. Metaformin did not. Bcp can have a negative effect on mood for some. Around mid-July I read a bunch of stuff online about myo-inositol helping with fertility in women with PCOS. Even doctors just recommend losing weight and birth control. I buy a cheaper brand of inositol because all my other PCOS related supplements, teas, healthier it definitely does something to help. My facial hair is almost gone ( it was pretty bad), I got a natural period for the first time in my life and after a few month had a consistent 31 day cycle, I was able to lose 50lbs with Weight Watchers, and I’m pregnant after trying for a baby for 12 Inositol delayed my period. Some people get really great weight loss results with inositol and others done. Thanks! I personally haven’t been able to lose any weight permanently (I fluctuated a lot) and sugar cravings are still very strong while taking inositol, however I did notice that my acne got better as well as my overall well-being if that makes sense. I’ve since backtracked and stopped WW. I’m sorry if this is a dumb question or even has already been discussed, I was just curious. I changed brands once and I’ve been sticking to the one I currently take. That in turn helps with mental health, cravings Inositol shows promise as a supplement for supporting weight loss, particularly in individuals with conditions like PCOS or insulin resistance. I started mounjaro back in April and have lost 25lbs so far averaging out pretty consistently to 1. Or check it out in the app stores   Can I take inositol to lose weight? Im not sure if I have PCOS but I do have symptoms that PCOS people commonly have Archived post. As a holistic nutritionist who specializes in PCOS and related weight loss, magnesium supplementation has helped virtually all of my clients who use it. It is the reaction of the ovaries to high levels of insulin that cause the high androgens, I saw the skin and appetite changes pretty quick too, it I started at 70kg, and am now 67kg - having lost this weight in the first two weeks and now plateaued. There is often interplay between Everything else in my blood work still seems fine. Weight loss isn't something you can achieve just For weight loss, merong gradual decrease sa weight ko but I’m not really constantly weighing myself kasi. i'm 24 now and at my heaviest weighed 197. I was experiencing Get the Reddit app Scan this QR code to download the app now. Personally I lost some water weight (about 5 or 6 lbs) while on metformin, literally peed it out within 48 hours. Inositol is inositol regardless of the brand. And I totally understand that, but at the same time she struggles with hunger. I haven’t had a real period in about two years and I started bleeding on my own after a month! I’m thinking about adding I feel like most advice out there about pcos is geared towards losing weight. We would like to show you a description here but the site won’t allow us. so, i started by taking inositol for a couple of months and then added the berberine. I am in a caloric deficit and have been for the last couple months, to help my PCOS. it helps with our insulin resistance and can also help with anxiety/depression. . But myo-inositol has affected me less, than D-Chiro inositol. Has anyone had any experience with Inositol reducing the effects of PCOS and Insulin Resistance to help with weight loss? We are a community of PCOS sufferers trying to lose weight for a variety of reasons, whether it be easing symptoms, trying to conceive, or reasons not related to PCOS. true. Or check it out in the app stores   Does anything actually work to lose weight long term with severe insulin resistance? Why can’t we have pcos patches, I’m tired of the daily supplements, especially with my adhd It helps to lose weight and have painless periods. I eat low carb/borderline keto (50g carbs per day) and eat at a deficit I am comfortable with. same with spironolactone. Between 75-85% of individuals with PCOS encounter challenges like irregular menstrual cycles and hormonal imbalances. I eat less than 20g carb per day, and never go over 1000 calories. This morning stack + breakfast has helped me tremendously (mood, weight loss, focus) 2000mg Inositol + 500 mg Magnesium oxide (I don't do well with Citrate) + 25 mg Zinc + 4000iu Vitamin D3 + 150mg Cinnulin PF( Cinnamon I personally didn’t see any effects from Myo-Inositol. The moment I stopped taking it, the water weight came off and the bleeding soon stopped. metformin is licence as a diabetic drug and weight loss but not PCOS, and spironolactone as a diuretic. The best fat and fluid loss is attained in a diet which pushes the insulin levels really low. For the first time in years, I had high energy levels and felt alive after a long time. I was gaining weight rapidly before i started taking inositol but ever since i started taking it i haven't gained any weight. And we have to have fewer carbs than most people because of the insulin resistance. I also noticed I sometimes feel a bit emotionally dull when I'm on inositol. Or check it out in the app stores Opted for a mix of Berberine and myo inositol. Or check it out in the app stores We are a community of PCOS sufferers trying to lose weight for a variety of reasons, whether it be easing symptoms, trying to conceive, or reasons not related to PCOS. When I took it, I was retaining so much water weight, and I bled for months straight. I'm losing weight at a healthy pace for the first time in my life. 1% lol. I feel like my weight hasn’t budged since early last year and am getting desperate. Weight lifting is also key along with supplements — need to balance your hormones to try and get the weight off It is also used for burns, canker sores, liver disease, and many other conditions but there is no good scientific evidence to support many of these uses. i went on birth control bc my periods were never regular (i was on it for 8 years). I have been taking myo-inositol for over a year now along with magnesium as I read it helped pcos. I took ovasitol for approximately five months along with metformin before a successful cycle . However I started taking myo three weeks ago and have been having issues. A place to discuss Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome and all that comes along with it. and inositol for 2. Try adding in protein and healthy fats like guac with veg to dip, hard boiled eggs, nuts, seeds, etc. i did research myself about pcos and weight loss. (The study was about reducing breast cancer risk by reducing both T I have thin-type pcos, confirmed by ultrasound to have enlarged ovaries filled with cysts. Her name is @remsfitkitch on instagram☺️ She lost weight by eating high carb - low fat while lifting weights. i’ve been taking ovasitol for probably 4 years now (very inconsistent with it before i came off birth control in october. This sub is a safe space for I’m curious to see if there’s anyone who has tried both and saw more pcos symptom reduction and/or even better weight loss with metformin than with inositol. Or check it out in the app stores I know myo-inositol can help with weight loss in women with PCOS but surely not that quick, right? I’ve been stuck in the 14st 5lbs range for months now so I’m not complaining about finally getting below that, I just didn’t expect such a We are a community of PCOS sufferers trying to lose weight for a variety of reasons, whether it be easing symptoms, trying to conceive, or reasons not related to PCOS. It DID help me lose weight though! I would say just pay attention :) the mood OP, a spoon of nut butter or a handful of salted nuts might work to address the symptoms. However, inositol has reduced my libido lots. As a fellow lazy girl with PCOS, I quickly realised that weight loss and managing my PCOS is at least 80% diet, 20% lifestyle (exercise, sleep etc). Open comment sort options It does help for me and I have had zero side effects. etc. Shop Collectible Avatars; Get the Reddit app Scan this QR code to download the app now. You’re not alone in this! This exact method has finally started working for me now that I’m getting my vitamin D levels into the normal range with my Endo. Get the Reddit app Scan this QR code to download the app now There’s a tik tok diet trend going on right now where people are suggesting berberine and inositol as “weight loss” pills. I’ve been taking 2000 mg of Metformin ER and one packet of premomma myo inositol for couple of years now. My doc told me to use folic acid with it and I’ve been doing it for the last few months but no period (definitely not pregnant). The best forms of magnesium include magnesium glycinate and magnesium citrate (citrate can cause GI upset if you take too much but is great for those with constipation tendency). However, too much d-chiro can suppress estrogen. sxlwc admlqhkv rokmk lbvmgg mmpm dflic tmchqe bmgpi boets viqh