PCOS and Chiral Balance D-chiro-inositol

The functional role of D-chiro-inositol (DCI) in PCOS and insulin metabolism is described and a model is presented for how a DCI deficiency can lead to insulin resistance, elevated testosterone and PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome). The model presented here was originally proposed by Larner et al in 2002. The animation and script are the original work of Travis Johnson, Hilah Johnson and Leah Sharpe.

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• PCOS
• health
• nutrition
• education
• supplement

[elsmawi]

I used to take Metformin for my pcos and it curbed my carb cravings, Do you use the same ingredients?

[ChiralBalance]

Metformin is a drug, it has no "ingredients" per se. It is just metformin; although each preparation of metformin may have binders of fillers, these are not active ingredidents. Chiral Balance D-chiro-inositol is just D-chiro-inositol, a natural human metabolite used during insulin signaling.

[oceanlove999]

do i continue with DCI since i became pregnant while i was taking it?

[ChiralBalance]

DCI has never been evaluated for its use or safety during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. Therefore the question of whether to use it during pregnancy is best made with your physician who can help weigh any pros and cons. Be aware that DCI helps insulin resistance and if you discontinue DCI, you will need a different strategy for managing insulin resistance during pregnancy. If you have any reservations whatsoever, it is best to err on the side of caution and discontinue DCI.

[animalfriend101]

I was 13 when I found out that I had pcos and now two years later I have tries almost everything. How do I take your product, is it available in the uk and does it need a perscription?. Also can you take this if you are on metformin and use xyitol and are under 18? Thanks.

[ChiralBalance]

Our product is available in the UK, online at ecotherapies. It is a nutritional supplement, so a prescription is not required. You would definitely want to discuss combining DCI with metformin with the prescribing physician. Xylitol is not a concern. If you are under 18 you should definitely consult with your parent(s) or legal guardian(s) before trying DCI.

[prettyface777]

why can't they find a cure?

[NLPClarity]

Acutane has been taken off the market. Don't take it. It's side effects are NOT worth the risks.

[TheRealCoppelia]

I take two of the capsules every morning as soon as I wake up. I keep the capsules and a bottle of water on my nightstand, so it's very easy to rememer and be consistent with since it's the very first thing I do.

That post, as you know, was after only one month. I had further improvements after that. I used to suffer from very bad hormonal mood swings... but that has resolved.

[krimmola]

Stupid Pcos... ruined my life. I hate it.

[dovespromise]

Loved the animation as a visual learner and this really helps understand more about this complex disease. I was diagnosed w/ PCOS several yrs. ago but floundered with misinformation, etc. I'm finally doing something about it. A friend told me about DCI supplements...they're working great for her. I'm trying to juggle finances so I can purchase these. I've already started dealing w/ my diet..switching slowly to more raw food and eliminating gluten. Gluten is also a big factor in agitating PCOS.