February 8th, 2017. 3 days. Holy cow! I’m having my Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy (VSG) surgery on Wednesday, and I’m like…freaking out. Not in a bad way, but in a kid on Christmas Eve way. It’s consuming my thoughts. If you didn’t know, I am keeping a video style recollection of the surgery, so you will definitely see more information about the surgery and be updated often. Right now, it’s going to be heavy on them, but I promise within a few months it will regulate and just be part of the rotation of lifestyle things I post about on my blog! I hope you enjoy the updates, but I…
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I have been compensated by Glucerna for this post; however, I am sharing my own thoughts. All opinions are my own.Talk with your health care provider about a diabetes management plan that’s right for you. #GlucernaHungerSmart #CollectiveBias I’ve not been shy about my health issues, which is probably a big reason that most of you are here and reading my posts! When I reported that my doctor told me that I was Pre-Diabetic, I was so embarrassed and really searching for something to help me balance out my life and get my health back on track. There’s no way I want to push into full-fledged Type 2 diabetes,…
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As a lady with PCOS, I am always looking for great ways to remove unwanted hair. While I still loooove my Tinkle Razors to provide a quick fix, I have been looking for another fix for PCOS hair removal that lasts a bit longer. The main issues I am having is that the hair is getting more frequent, and more intense. I can’t deal with that! No lady should have to! So *cheers* to trying something new! Have you ever tried an epilator to remove hair? Let me tell you….it HURTS! But it’s also worth it. Unfortunately, I didn’t get before and after pictures like I thought I would. They…
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Blog 1 in Series: PCOS What is PCOS? (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome) Polycystic ovary syndrome (say “pah-lee-SIS-tik OH-vuh-ree SIN-drohm”) is a problem in which a woman’s hormones are out of balance. It can cause problems with your periods and make it difficult to get pregnant. PCOS may also cause unwanted changes in the way you look. If it is not treated, over time it can lead to serious health problems, such as diabetes and heart disease. Polycystic ovary syndrome (or PCOS) is common, affecting as many as 1 out of 15 women. Often the symptoms begin in the teen years. Treatment can help control the symptoms and prevent long-term problems. (Definition from WebMD) What are symptoms of PCOS?…
