abdominal fat, 60, 229. See also apple shape
acanthosis nigricans, 7, 19–20, 33, 70, 229
Accutane (isotretinoin), 15, 183–84, 191
acne, xiv, xviii, 5, 7, 14, 17–19, 59, 179–84, 196
adipocyte, 229
adrenal gland, 12, 14, 15, 155, 229
testosterone-secreting neoplasm of, 71–72
adrenal hyperplasia, 64, 67, 69, 229
adrenal stimulation test, 68, 229
adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH), 68, 229
ACTH-stimulation test, 69
African Americans, 20, 173, 175
age, 31, 33, 39, 151, 152, 173, 176
alcohol, 40, 46, 112–13, 160, 202
Aldactone. See spironolactone aldosterone, 181
alopecia, 15, 190–92, 229. See also hair, thinning scalp
American Association of Clinical
Endocrinologists (AACE), 37–38, 52
American Diabetes Association, 50–51
American Electrology Association (AEA), 188
American Institute for Cancer Research, 81
amyloidosis, 182
anabolic steroids, 42
Anderson, Richard, 124
angina pectoris, 230
angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor, 51, 176, 181
angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB), 51
anovulation, 8, 10, 53–54, 230
antiandrogens, 178, 184–86, 230
antidepressants, 22, 198, 201–2
antihypertensive drugs, 176, 181
antithyroid medication, 170, 191
anxiety, xviii, 7, 10, 22–23, 196, 202–4
apple shape (waistline), xiv, 5, 7, 19, 33, 36, 52, 124, 237
aromatase, 230
ART, 230
arterial inflammation, 29
arthritis, 182
artificial sweeteners, 86, 116
Ashkenazi Jews, 69
Asian Americans, 173
aspirin, 51
atenolol (Tenormin), 191
Avodart. See dutasteride
basal body temperature, 156–57, 162–63
basal insulin level, 34
Benzaclin topical gel, 183–84
biliopancreatic diversion, 230
birth defects, 165
birth weight, 173
blood b-hCG test, 161
blood count, complete, 68
blood glucose (sugar), xiv, xviii, 230. See also diabetes, gestational; diabetes, type 2; fasting glucose test; glucose tolerance
exercise and, 143
insulin resistance and, 28–32
LDL level and, 36
metformin and, 158
net and impact carbs and, 85
pregnancy and, 171–74
test for, 67
blood lipid levels, 7, 29, 33, 39, 53, 73, 132, 159, 234. See also HDL; LDL; triglycerides
exercise and, 143
blood tests, 65–68
body mass index (BMI), 161, 230
bread, 79, 83, 86, 87, 89, 94–95
favorite, 130
breast
discomfort, 13
bromocriptine (Parlodel), 71, 190
bulimia, 194
cabergoline (Dostinex), 71
caffeinated beverages, 115
supplements, 113
calculating needs, 99–101
food history and, 94–95
food journal and, 98
hidden, 115–16
-smart foods, 104
sugar alcohols and, 85
water and, 116
carbohydrates, xiv, 19, 31, 32, 40, 42, 68, 76–88, 98, 99. See also low-carbohydrate diet
available, 81
low-glycemic index, 80–84
net or impact, 85
cardiovascular (heart) disease, xvii, 3, 4, 19, 24, 28, 29, 37, 38, 45, 48, 50–52, 73, 81, 93, 105, 132, 159, 230
exercise and, 143–45
triglycerides and, 40
carotid artery arteriosclerosis, 52
cervical mucus disturbances, 155
chemotherapy, 15
cholesterol, 6, 24, 43, 51, 73, 133. See also HDL; LDL
chronic hypertension, 174
with superimposed pre-eclampsia, 174, 176
chronic pelvic discomfort, 22
cimetidine (Tagamet), 191
clomiphene citrate (Clomid), xiii, xviii, 159, 161–65, 167, 164
coffee, 115
Coffey, S., 196
condiments, 132
coronary calcifications, 52
cortisol suppression test, 68
cortisone-like medications, 16
cortrosyn test, 69
cottage cheese, 129–30
creatine level, 161
CT scan (computed tomography), 71, 160–61, 230
Cushing’s syndrome, 31, 64, 71, 201, 231
cyproterone acetate, 185, 191–92, 231
cysts, defined, 8
dairy foods, 98
favorite, 129–30
opticarbs and, 133
Danazol, 191
d-Chiro-inositol, 166
dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA), 231
dehydroepiandrosterone sulfate (DHEAS), 67, 166–67, 231
Depakote, 25
depressed mood, 200
depression, xviii, 6, 7, 22–23, 60, 194, 196–202
dexamethasone, 166–67
DHEA. See dehydroepiandrosterone
DHT, 185
diabetes, gestational, xviii, 170, 172–74
diabetes, type 2, xvii, 3–5, 19, 21, 24, 28–30, 32, 36, 38, 40, 42, 45–53, 105, 145, 158, 165, 175–76, 196, 231, 237
carb counting and, 87
low-glycemic index diet and, 81
resources on, 208
Dianette, 192
dieting, 12. See also meal plans; weight loss
diet soda, 115
dilatation and curettage (D & C), 54
dipilatories, 187
dutasteride (Avodart), 185, 191
dysfunctional uterine bleeding, 13, 63, 231
dyslipidemia, 231
eclampsia, 174–75
egg cells (ovum), 8–9
eggs (in diet), 76
electrolytes test, 68
emotion(s), 22–23, 98, 192–204, 210
enalapril (Vasotec), 181
endocrinologist, xv, xvii, 17, 58–60, 72–73, 167, 170, 231
endometrium, 9, 11–13, 53, 231
epilepsy, 23–25
Eskimo, 69
estriol, 231
estrogen, 9–10, 16, 24, 40, 161, 232
estrone, 232
ethinyl estradiol, 192
Eulexin. See flutamide
exercise, xvii, 25, 28, 139–52
balanced diet and, 78
benefits of moderate, 139
blood pressure and, 46
calories burned during, 143–44
federal guidelines for, 142–43
four levels of, 139–40, 146–51
injuries and, 152
starting program, 141–42, 145–46
triglyceride levels and, 41
exercise ball, 151
fasting, 65
fasting glucose/insulin ratio test, 34
fasting glucose test, 29, 33–34, 38, 49–50, 67, 172, 174
fat, in diet, 36, 78, 82, 83, 86, 87, 98, 131
good vs. bad, 92–93
fatty acids, 18
fatty liver disease, 232
femininity, 195
fertility drugs, xviii, 42, 153, 157–67, 176, 195
fertilization, 232
fetus, 166, 170, 171, 175, 177
fiber, 36, 81–87, 89, 117, 127, 133
finasteride (Proscar), 185, 191, 232
fitness, 144–45
5a-reductase inhibitors, 184, 185
fluids, 115
flutamide (Eulexin), 184–86, 232
follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), 9–10, 66, 71, 72, 161, 167, 232
Food and Drug Administration (FDA), 85, 86, 158, 165, 166, 183, 185, 186, 189, 192
food cravings, 79, 81, 94–95, 98, 107–9, 133
food(s). See also meal plan; weight loss
heart-healthy, 46
journal, 96–99
management strategies, 75
PCOS-friendly 76–77
preparation, 82
sedentary people and, 146
thermogenic effect of, 127
Framingham Heart Study, 42
FSH. See follicle-stimulating hormone
functional training, 150–51
galactorrhea, 232
gamete intrafallopian transfer, 168
gastric bypass, 232
genetic influence, 11, 16, 23–24, 27, 31, 40, 75, 76
genito-urinary disease, 155
GG Scandinavian Crop bread crackers, 108, 117, 133
Glucophage. See metformin glucose, 232. See also blood glucose
impaired, 30, 47, 49, 49–50, 52
glycemic index (GI), xvii, 75, 80–88
glycemic load (GL), 81
glycerine and glycerol, 85–86, 88
glycogen, 102–3
glycolic or alpha-hydroxy acid preparations, 189
glycosylated hemoglobin Alc (HbAlc), 172
gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH), 233
gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) agonist, 184
granulosa cells, 233
grapefruit, 113
Gullo, Stephen, 75
gynecologic oncologist, 54
gynecologist, xv, 13, 159, 167
hair, thinning scalp, xiv, xviii, 3, 7, 14–17, 26, 29, 59, 66, 73, 178
resources, 209
treatments for, 190–92
hair, unwanted facial and body (hirsutism), xiv, xviii, 3, 5, 7, 14–15, 26, 59, 66, 73, 195, 196, 233
resources, 209
treatments for, 184–90
HDL (high-density lipoprotein, good cholesterol), xvi, 29, 34, 36–38, 40–44, 93, 233
test for, 67
heart attacks, 21, 51. See also cardiovascular disease
high blood pressure (hypertension), xvi, 21, 24, 29, 33, 51, 53, 73, 90
exercise and, 143
metformin and, 159
oral contraceptives and, 179
pregnancy and, xviii, 154, 170, 174–76
weight loss and, 29
high-density lipoprotein (HDL). See HDL
Hippocrates, xi
hirsutism. See also hair, unwanted face and body
Hispanic Americans, 20, 69, 173
homocystein blood levels, 68
hormonal disorders, similar to PCOS, 69–72
menstrual cycle and, 9–10
receptors, 65
human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG), 163
hydrochlorthiazide, 45
hydrogenated fats, 92–93
hyperandrogenemia, 233
hyperandrogenism, 233
hyperinsulinemia, xi, 11, 20, 31, 233
hyperinsulinemic-euglycemic clamp
technique, 33
hyperinsulism, 68
hypertension. See high blood pressure hyperthecosis, 66
hypertrichosis, 233
hypoglycemia, 19, 32, 33, 35, 68, 158, 160, 233
hypothalamic amenorrhea, 64, 72
hypothalamic estrogen receptors, 161
hypothalamus, 9–11, 24, 180, 186, 233
hysterectomy, 54
hysterogram, 63
imaging tests, 63–65
Inderal, 16
induced childbirth, 171
infertility, xi, xiii-xiv, xvii, 3, 26, 105, 155, 195, 196
defined, 234
resources, 207–8
treatments, 157–68
inflammatory arterial damage, 50
inflammatory marker tests, 39, 52
insulin levels, xviii, 11, 20, 25, 28, 31, 66, 165, 234
cinnamon and, 124
diet and, 77–80
pregnancy and, 154, 171, 174, 177
insulin resistance, xi, xiv, xvi, 19–21, 24, 27–36, 73, 115, 165–66, 234
diabetes and, 49–50
HAIRAN syndrome and, 70
pregnancy and, 171–73
insulin resistance syndrome (IRS), xvi, 29, 30, 37–47, 52, 73, 160, 234
insulin sensitivity, 143, 145, 165
intravenous iodine contrast diagnostic CT scan, 160–61
in vitro fertilization (IVF), 167–68
iodine study of endometrium, 63
iron deficiency, 191
irregular periods, 3, 5, 7, 11–13, 15, 26, 33, 58, 62–63
isotretinoin. See Accutane
Janssen, Dr. Onno, 196
jogging, 149
kidney, 45, 51, 68, 161, 175, 176
Kitzinger, G., 194
lab tests
diagnosos of PCOS and, 62, 65–68
insulin resistance and, 33–35
getting pregnant and, 154
thyroid function, 170
laser hair removal, 189
laser photocoagulation, 172
LDL (low-density lipoprotein, bad cholesterol), xvi, 36, 41–44, 50, 93, 158, 234
test for, 67
Leventhal, Dr. Michael L., xi, 4
Levodopa, 191
LH. See luteinizing hormone lipid profile test, 67. See also blood lipid levels
lipoprotein, 234
lithium carbonate, 191
liver problems, 35, 40, 42, 68, 158, 165–66, 175, 185
low-carbohydrate diet, 89, 101–4, 160, 234
low-carbohydrate products, 85–88
low-fat, high-calcium dairy foods, 76, 129
low-fat, high-carbohydrate diet, 78
low-glycemic diet plans, 75
accelerated weight loss, 117–25
defined, 80–81
opticarbs and, 133
portion sizes and, 112
low-glycemic index carbohydrates, 80–84, 102, 104
luteinizing hormone (LH), 9, 11, 71, 72, 161, 163, 234
blood tests for, 66
home ovulation kits and, 156
LH/FSH ratio, 66
magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), 71, 72, 234
male hormone level, 10, 14–18, 21, 25, 30, 57, 178. See also testosterone
other conditions with excess, 57
male hormone secreting tumors, 66
Maltitol, 85
Mannitol, 85
Mason, H., 196
accelerated weight loss, 117–25
customizing for your, 113
designing, 88–93
my favorite foods and, 129–32
pregnancy and, 174
prepackaged meals and, 134
recipes, 134–38
restaurants and, 125–28
satiety and, 129
troubleshooting, 115–16
meats, 130
menopause, 8, 12, 72, 192, 199
menstrual cycle, xvii, 8–10, 17, 53, 199, 235
epilepsy and, 24
getting pregnant and, 154–55
scheduling appointments and, 59
scheduling lab tests and, 65
metabolic syndrome. See insulin resistance syndrome
metformin (Glucophage), xviii, 13, 54, 61, 112–13, 158–61, 164–65, 167, 170, 171, 174, 177, 178, 185
methimazole (Tapazole), 191
minoxidil (Rogaine), 192
miscarriage, 105, 165, 170, 177
monounsaturated fats, 93
mood disorder, 197
mood eating, 105–10
multiple births, 159, 162, 164, 175
National Cholesterol Education Program (NCEP), 43, 44
National High Blood Pressure Education
Program (NHBPEP), 45
Native Americans, 173
nephrotic syndrome, 40
nipple discharge therapy 190
Nurses’ Health Study, 50, 51, 81, 132
obesity, 10, 31, 40–41, 50, 53, 100, 117, l45, 173, 175, 196, 235
oil, 86
omega-3 fats, 93
omega fish oil, 51
one-hour postprandial blood glucose
level, 171–72
opticarbs, 133
oral contraceptives, xviii, 15, 16, 35, 45, 54, 60, 61, 63, 66, 157, 178, 182, 184, 185, 191, 195, 235
ovarian hyperthecosis, 70
secretion of male hormones by, 3, 11, 25, 28
testosterone-secreting neoplasm of, 71–72
overweight, 13, 40–42, 179, 235. See also obesity
fitness and, 144–45
insulin resistance and, 27–36
ovulation, xvii, 8–10, 13, 235
clomiphene citrate and, 161–62, 164–65
epilepsy and, 24
metformin and, 159–60
ultrasound and, 64
weight loss and, 77
ovulation induction, 235
ovum, 235
Pacific Islanders, 173
pancreas, 28, 32, 41, 68, 165, 235
Parlodel. See bromocriptine pasta, 79, 80, 82, 83, 103
PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome), xi, 236
acne treatments and, 179–84
caloric needs and, 100–101
cardivascular risk and, 51–52
causes of, 10–11
clomiphene citrate and, 161, 165
defined, 3–4
depression and, 197–202
diabetes and, 48
emotional impact of, xviii, 23, 193–204
epilepsy and, 24–25
exercise program and, 139–52
finding doctor to diagnose, 58–61
first named, 4
getting pregnant and, xviii, 153–68
glossary of, 229–37
hair treatments for, 184–92
HDL and LDL and, 42–43
history of, xi-xii
hyperplasia and, 53–54
infertility drugs and, 157–67
infertility treatments beyond drugs and, 167–68
insulin resistance and, 27–36
IRS and, 37–47
lessening intensity of, 25–26
low-glycemic index diet and, 78–88
meal plan design and, 88–92
meal plan for weight loss and, 111–33
mood eating and, 105–10
nipple discharge therapy and, 190
pelvic pain therapy, 157
pregnancy and, 168–77
prevalence of, 3–4
prevention of other diseases and, xi, 48–54
recipes for, 134–38
resources for, 205–10
symptoms of, xiii-xviii, 3–4, 7–8, 11–23
weight control and, 19, 26, 74–110, 157
when to seek diagnosis for, 6
pelvic inflammatory disease, 155
phenothiazines, 16
phytochemicals, 89
pilates, 151
pioglitazone (Actos), 165, 235
pituitary adenomas, 20
pituitary gland, 9, 10, 12, 15, 21, 24, 71, 155, 161, 180, 186, 235
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Association (POSA), 61
polycystic ovary, xi, 3, 10, 64, 235–36. See also PCOS
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Association (PCOSA), 8, 203
portion size, 96–98, 102, 103, 112, 134
potassium, 181
pre-eclampsia, 174–75
pregnancy, xviii, 12, 17, 31, 53, 63, 185, 199
acne medications and, 182–84
antiandrogens and, 178
health during, 169–76
losing, 177
ovulation tests and, 155–57
treatments to aid conception, 158–67
prehypertension, 45
progestational agents, 53
progesterone, 9, 24, 71, 154, 156, 236
blood level test, 157
therapy, high-dose, 54
high (hyperprolactinemia), 70–71
secreting disorders, 155
prometrium, 158
Propranolol (Inderal), 191
Propylthioracil (PTU), 191
Proscar. See finasteride
protein, 75–76, 78, 91-92, 98, 99, 191
Provera, 158
Prozac, 190
psychiatrist, 201–2
pumice, 187
Reaven, Dr. Gerald M., 145
receptor, 236
Balsamic Glazed Chicken, 135
Black Bean Salad, 138
Cajun Pork Chops, 138
Gingered Broccoli, 137
Mashed Cauliflower, 137
Roasted Veggies, 136
Stir-Fry Recipe, 135–36
Turkey Marsala, 134
Renova cream, 189
Retin A, 189
retinal problems, 172
rheumatoid arthritis, 176
rosiglitazone (Avandia), 165, 236
St. John’s wort, 189
satiety, 129
scleroderma, 176
sebum, 17
seizures, 175
Serophene. See clomiphene citrate 17-alpha-Hydroxyprogesterone (17-OHP), 67, 69
sex hormone binding globulin (SHBG) test, 35, 66
shaving, 187
skin abscess therapy, 182
skin problems, xvii, 3, 5, 26, 73, 178–84, 209. See also acne
sleep disturbance, 7, 22–23, 200
smoking, 40, 42, 45, 46, 53, 173, 180
snacks, 98–99, 105–10, 112, 117, 121–22, 132–33
sorbitol, 85
spironolactone (Aldactone), xviii, 61, 181–83, 184, 185, 191, 192, 236
sterility, 236
stroma, 236
sugar alcohols (polyols), 85–87
suicidal thinking, 201
support groups, 203–4
sweets, my favorite, 131
t4 (1-thyroxine) test, 68
tai chi, 151
tea, 115
testosterone, 3, 11, 25, 77, 158, 165, 180, 236
tests for, 65–66
testosterone-secreting neoplasm, 71–72
theca cells, 236
thiazide diuretics, 31
thiazolidinedione drugs, 165
Thin Commandments, The (Gullo), 75
thorazine, 190
thyroid, 12, 15, 155, 169, 170, 191, 201, 237
thyroid replacement drug, 170
thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) test, 68, 170
trans fats, 92–93
“triangle sign,” 17
triglyceride/HDL ratio, 40
triglycerides, xvi, 24, 29, 31, 34, 36–42, 73, 237
triple therapy, 183
troglitazone (Rezulin), 165
two-hour glucose tolerance test, 34–35, 49–50, 67, 68
two-hour post-75-gram glucose challenge, 38
ultrasound, 13, 63–65, 70, 155, 158
underweight, 237
urinary frequency, 182
urine microalbumin level, 68
urine protein, 175
uterine cancer, 13, 48, 53–54, 105, 180
uterine fibroids, 155
valproate, 25
Vaniqa (eflornithine hydrocholoride), 186
varicose veins, 179
Vasotec. See enalapril
vegetables, 76, 80, 98, 104, 127, 129
juice, 131
low calorie, low carb, 114–15
opticarbs and, 133
recipes, 135–37
virilizaton, 237
supplements, 113
waxing, 188
wedge resection biopsies, 4
weight control (loss), 74–125
accelerated meal plans, 117–25
artificial sweeteners and, 116
awareness of caloric intake and, 103
benefits of, 28–29
caloric needs for, 100–101
calorie-smart options for, 104
cinnamon and, 124
counting calories on low-carb diet
and, 101–3
diabetes and heart disease and, 52–53
eating plan for, 111–34
exercise and, 142–51
fiber and, 133
food history and, 94–99
getting pregnant and, 153, 154
high blood pressure and, 46
hormones and, 10 IRS and, 38, 41
low-carb diet and water loss and, 102–4
low-fat, high-calcium dairy foods and, 124
low-glycemic index diet for for, 77–93
metformin and, 158–60
mood eating and. 105–10
my favorite foods and, 129–32
nuts and, 132–33
opticarbs and, 133
periods and, 12
rapid, hair loss and, 16
recipes for, 134–38
restaurants and, 125–28
symptoms alleviated by and, xvi, xvii, 20, 22–23, 27–28
thermogenic effects and, 127
triglyceride levels and, 41
uterine cancer and, 54
water to speed, 116
winning strategies for, 93–110
weight lifting, 151
weight problems, xiv, xvi, 5–7, 10, 71, 139, 142, 155, 175, 194. See also overweight; obesity
defined, 19
insulin resistance and, 26–36
resources for, 208–9
sleep apnea and, 21
whole grains, 80, 83, 89–90, 98
Wilmott, J., 194
women’s health resources, 210
xylitol, 85
Yasmin, 179
yoga, 151
Zetia. See ezetimibe