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September is PCOS Awareness Month. Join Sasha Ottey as she interviews Christine DeZarn, founder of the PCOS Association (PCOSA). PCOSA started PCOS Awareness Month. Listen to Christine's story, and learn how you can help spread awareness about PCOS.Join the free PCOS Challenge Support Network at www.pcoschallenge.com to find out more about Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome and help women beat PCOS.

For many women, dealing with the effects of PCOS can also take a toll on their relationships. On Tuesday, June 1, 2010 at 9pm, EST, Sasha Ottey will interview psychologist, Dr. Gretchen Kubacky and address some of the difficulties surrounding PCOS that affect so many women and their loved ones.Dr. Kubacky (www.drkubacky.com) has a doctorate in Clinical Psychology, with an emphasis on counseling individuals and couples who are dealing with infertility, PCOS, diabetes, and other endocrine disorders. Also being a PCOS patient who is dealing with type II diabetes, hypothyroidism, and infertility, enables her to be especially skilled and passionate about helping patients with similar issues learn how to live happier, healthier lives, and achieve a better balance in their mood and functioning.Join other women in the fight against PCOS at PCOSChallenge.com.

Join Sasha Ottey on the PCOS Challenge Radio Show on Wednesday, March 17, 2010, at 6pm, EDT, as she speaks to Holly Amarandei, the "Yummy" life and wellness coach (YummyLifeBlog.com).She helps women manage stress and anxiety and adopt a healthier and more active lifestyle by working with them to change the way they think about themselves and the world around them. She has a growing specialty in helping women with PCOS lose weight, gain a positive body image, face infertility and other health challenges, and commit to living a healthier mindset and lifestyle. She coaches individuals as well as groups in her hometown as well as all over the United States and Canada. She has written several articles for PCOS Magazine, maintains her own blogs on several websites and runs special online programs throughout the year.

Back by popular demand is Glenn Ellis, herbalist and homeopath! Sasha Ottey speaks with Health Educator and Clinical Consultant Glenn Ellis about the natural and holistic methods to combat the symptoms of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome. Glenn is author of Which Doctor?: A Guide to Good Health, an informative, easy-to-read holistic health handbook. For more information visit Glennellis.comTune in to learn more about alternative and complementary medicine approaches to treating PCOS and staying healthy.Join the free PCOS Challenge Support Network at PCOSChallenge.com to find out more about Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome and help women beat PCOS.

Dr. Edward Ramirez, M.D., F.A.C.O.G. is a Board Certified specialist, at the Fertility and Gynecology Center's Monterey Bay IVF Program. He has been providing specialized infertility and gynecology care for the past two decades. A graduate of the Stanford University School of Medicine, he did his specialty training in OB-GYN at Tripler Army Medical Center in Hawaii. He received sub-specialty training in advanced reproductive technologies at the Pacific Fertility Center with one of the first pioneers of IVF in the United States. Dr. Ramirez provides all levels of infertility care including advanced operative laparoscopic surgery, hysteroscopies, intra-uterine inseminations and ultimately, in-vitro fertilization. He also provides comprehensive gynecological care. He belongs to several reputable organizations, including: The American Society of Reproductive Medicine, The Society of Assisted Reproductive Technology, and others.Join the free PCOS Challenge Support Network at www.pcoschallenge.com to find out more about Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome and help women beat PCOS.

In this episode of the PCOS Challenge Radio Show, Sasha Ottey speaks to Diane Kress, author of the The Metabolism Miracle (MM) (www.themetabolismmiracle.com) on Wednesday, February 10, 2010 at 6pm, EST.The Daily Mail, one of Great Britain's largest newspapers, named MM their #1 diet of 2010. The book is also a New York Times Best Seller and is now #1 in Canada, Great Britain, Germany, and other countries. Diane Kress, RD, CDE, the owner and director of the Nutrition Center of Morristown, New Jersey, has specialized in weight reduction and diabetes management for over twenty-five years. A respected nutrition expert, she researched, designed, and successfully implemented The Metabolism Miracle with thousands of her clients who have Metabolism B.If you have been struggling with your weight, tried many types of diets and exercise without much success, tune in to listen to Diane give her insight on what could possibly help you make the right choices that work better with your metabolism.Join the free PCOS Challenge Support Network at www.pcoschallenge.com to find out more about Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome and help women beat PCOS.

Have you ever wanted to ask some women how they accomplished successful pregnancy with PCOS? Here is your chance. Sasha Ottey interviews two women who are currently pregnant. Melanie McGregor and her husband knew that they wanted to have children when they were married in May 2008. So she discontinued birth control and began charting everything. In April 2009 she was diagnosed with PCOS with an ultrasound which showed the classic "pearl necklace" cysts in my ovaries. In July, 2009 they began actively trying as she timed her ovulation very closely. They conceived late September 2009. She is currently in her 18th week of pregnancy.Pamela, P is 32 years old and lives in Center Hill, FL. She was diagnosed with PCOS nearly 8 1/2 years ago. She and her husband have been blessed with four beautiful children (AnnMarie - 11, Nicolette - 5 1/2, Camry - 3 1/2, and Kaitlyn - 2.) They are currently expecting their 5th child (a boy) in April 2010.Listen to this episode to get the answers from two women with PCOS, from different walks of life, who are currently carrying their miracle babies.Join the free PCOS Challenge Support Network at www.pcoschallenge.com to find out more about Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome and help women beat PCOS.

In this episode of the PCOS Challenge Radio Show, on Wednesday, December 16, 2009 at 6 pm, EST, Sasha Ottey interviews Linda Harvey of PCOS Magazine. Linda Harvey is the editor and publisher of PCOS Magazine (formerly PCOS Today Magazine). PCOS Magazine was started in 2005 as a personal passion of Ms. Harvey. She wanted to provide the women and girls in the PCOS community with something substantial, that featured unique articles and perspectives about the PCOS experience. Today, PCOS Magazine also features news about diabetes, pre-diabetes, and infertility, in addition to PCOS. Regular columnists include Angela Grassi of PCOS Nutrition, Dr. Gretchen Kubacky of the inCYST Network, and Holly Amarandei of Yummy Life. Linda has also been published about PCOS in the American Electrology Association’s newsmagazine, Electrology World, and by the Electrologists Association of California. Lastly, she is writing a book specifically for adolescents with PCOS, called “The Teen’s Guide to PCOS,” which will debut in early 2010. Linda has a background in communication, health communication, and publishing, and currently resides in Missouri.Join the free PCOS Challenge Support Network at www.pcoschallenge.com to find out more about Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome and help women beat PCOS.

In this event, Sasha Ottey speaks to registered dietitian, Martha McKittrick about nutrition for women with PCOS.Martha McKittrick is a registered dietitian and certified diabetes educator. She specializes in weight control, cardiovascular health, polycystic ovarian syndrome, diabetes, sports nutrition, and preventive nutrition.Martha has appeared on numerous television, radio and web cast programs. She lectures on a regular basis and has been interviewed and written for publications including The Journal of The American Dietetic Association, Dietitian’s Edge, Nutrition Today, Allure, Self, Family Circle, New York Newsday, Cooking Light.For the past seven years, Ms.McKittrick has been specializing in polycystic ovarian syndrome. She is on the medical advisory board for PCOSA, the editorial advisory board for PCOS Pavilion of OBGYN.NET and is a health expert on the PCOS Network.com. Additionally, Martha was the nutrition editor for Dr. Walter Futterweit's book: A Patient's Guide to PCOS - Understanding and Reversing Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome. Martha was also interviewed in the documentary called Scrambled: A Journey Through Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome by Randi Cecchine.Martha was a health expert on WebMD’s Diet and Nutrition Message Board. She also developed the nutrition component for the Cardiac Health Center at The New York Presbyterian Hospital. She has a blog called City Girl Bites where she provides accurate nutrition information for people on the go. She believes in giving realistic, practical dietary advice that people will be able to follow.Join the free PCOS Challenge Support Network at www.pcoschallenge.com to find out more about Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome and help women beat PCOS.

In this episode, Sasha Ottey speaks to Dr. Mike Berkley of The Berkley Center for Reproductive Wellness and Women's Health about alternative medicine for infertility and PCOS. Dr. Mike Berkley is a Doctor of Acupuncture and is licensed and board certified in Acupuncture in New York. He is Director of The Berkley Center, which focuses on reproductive wellness. He give numerous lectures in the fields of infertility and herbal and Chinese Medicine. Dr. Berkley is also a member of numerous organizations, including RESOLVE, American Society of Reproductive Medicine, and he is on the Advisory Board of American Board of Reproductive Oriental Medicine.Join the free PCOS Challenge Support Network at www.pcoschallenge.com to find out more about Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome and help women beat PCOS.

In this episode, Sasha Ottey speaks to Lifetime Adoption founder, Mardie Caldwell about adoption options for infertile couples. Mardie Caldwell, C.O.A.P., is a nationally recognized authority on adoption. A Certified Open Adoption Practitioner, and author of several award winning books. Caldwell is the founder of the nationwide adoption organization Lifetime Adoption Center, LLC., established in 1986. Caldwell has assisted in over 1,800 successful adoptions and was one of the first adoption professionals on the Internet. Caldwell’s life work has been dedicated to educating and helping birth parents and adoptive parents through teaching, speaking, and as a radio talk show host. Caldwell is also CFO of Lifetime Adoption Foundation, a 501(c)3 non-profit offering grants to couples seeking to adopt. Caldwell has experienced first hand the emotional pain of infertility, having been on 'both sides' with the loss of seven pregnancies and then conceiving a daughter by new technology. Caldwell also has one adopted son. It is Caldwell's goal to share with families the methods and plans which succeed and do not succeed. It is also her belief that adoption should be affordable and can be a wonderful 'pregnancy' for the adoptive couple. Caldwell has appeared more than 150 times on various networks including NBC’s The Today Show, CNN, MSNBC, Fox, PBS, BBC, Dr. Laura, numerous national radio interviews, and is widely sought for print articles and speaking.Join the free PCOS Challenge Support Network at www.pcoschallenge.com to find out more about Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome and help women beat PCOS.

In this episode, Sasha Ottey interviews Dr. Neal Schwartz, creator of The Acne Practice, about acne, and how to successfully treat it. "As a former chronic acne sufferer and a Board Certified Physician, it is my mission to prove to the world, beyond all doubt, that ANY degree of Acne can be rapidly cleared and prevented without any oral medications whatsoever" – Dr. Neal Having a mother as an Acupuncturist and a father as a traditional Internist, young Dr. Neal was given a rare opportunity to observe both the strengths and limitations of Western Medicine and Eastern Healing for decades. Using a different language, uniquely formulated products, and a new methodology, Dr. Neal had created an acne practice that can rapidly clear and prevent any degree of acne with or without oral medications.Join the free PCOS Challenge Support Network at www.pcoschallenge.com to find out more about Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome and help women beat PCOS.

In this episode, Sasha Ottey speaks to Randi Cecchine, creator of the PCOS documentary, Scrambled: A Journey Through Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome. Randi Cecchine is an independent documentary filmmaker, freelance videographer and media educator living in New York City. She has an undergraduate degree from Hamsphire College and an MFA in Media Arts Production from the City College of New York. She has taught video production and media studies to students of all ages, and was an adjunct professor at the College of Staten Island for 7 years. She has a deep commitment to using media to empower people in their personal and collective lives. She is fascinated by how we build our understanding of the world, and how we can learn to view important topics from multiple perspectives. Scrambled: A Journey Through Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome - Deluxe 2 DVD edition is available at www.pcosdocumentary.comJoin the free PCOS Challenge Support Network at www.pcoschallenge.com to find out more about Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome and help women beat PCOS.

In this segment of the PCOS Challenge Radio Show, on Wednesday, October 28, 2009, at 6pm, Eastern, Sasha Ottey interviews Dr. Andrea Lee about PCOS in Lesbian and Bisexual women.Dr. Andrea Lee is a Naturopathic Doctor who works as a Health Advisor in South Florida where she consults on nutrition. Previously, she operated Red Earth Natural Health in the Oklahoma City metropolitan area where she treated a number of women with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) and other conditions.As a member of Insulite Laboratories’ Consulting & Advisory teams, Dr. Lee provides guidance and coaching to individuals who contact the Insulite Support Network that includes complimentary consultations, a support blog and forum and weekly PCOS coaching sessions. She undertakes research and writes articles on health issues for the company’s web site and other web sites and publications.She says: “Treating the cause of PCOS means making daily choices that are consistent with the goal of enhancing your health. Making these healthy choices a part of your daily lifestyle will go a long way towards maintaining good health, hormonal balance, full function and freedom from disease for years to come.”Join the free PCOS Challenge Support Network at www.pcoschallenge.com to find out more about Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome and help women beat PCOS.

In this segment of the PCOS Challenge Radio Show, Sasha Ottey interviews Angela Grassi, author of The PCOS Workbook. Angela Grassi, MS, RD, LDN is the author of The Dietitian's Guide to Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and The PCOS Workbook. She is the owner of PCOS Nutrition where she provides nutrition counseling to women with PCOS. In 2000, she won the award for excellence in graduate research from The American Dietetic Association. Having PCOS herself, Angela has been dedicated to advocacy, education, and research of PCOS. For more information or to sign up for her PCOS Nutrition Tips visit www.PCOSnutrition.com. Join the free PCOS Challenge Support Network at www.pcoschallenge.com to find out more about Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome and help women beat PCOS.