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In this episode, Sasha Ottey speaks to Dr. Gretchen Kubacky about anxiety, depression, and Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome.Perhaps you have been feeling overwhelmed, anxious, depressed or even thought about suicide. Dr. Kubacky would like to help you to feel more in control of your emotions, and improve the quality of your life. Dr. Kubacky (www.drkubacky.com) is a licensed clinical psychologist in private practice in West Los Angeles. Dr. Kubacky 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. Dr. Kubacky is a professional member of the American Society of Reproductive Medicine, RESOLVE: The National Infertility Association, and inCYST. She is also a member of PCOS Challenge, and a number of other organizations serving people with endocrine disorders. She believes that successfully coping with the complexities of PCOS often includes the need to process grief and loss – for healthy body functioning, changed relationships, unexpected restrictions, and complications that limit possibilities. Tune in to learn from Dr. Kubacky how to better cope with many of the psychological issues surrounding 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.

In this episode of the PCOS Challenge Radio Show, Sasha Ottey speaks to renowned nutrition expert, Diane Kress, author of The Metabolism Miracle (www.themetabolismmiracle.com) on Wednesday, October 7, 2009 at 6pm, EDT.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.

In the next episode of the PCOS Challenge Radio Show, Sasha Ottey speaks to Lory Hayon, Registered Dietitian/Medical Nutritionist of The Fertility Center of Las Vegas.PCOS is a leading cause of female infertility. Due to that fact, Lory assists women in controlling their PCOS in order to reach vital goals. Goals such as; lowering risk of heart disease & Type 2 Diabetes, controlling hypertension, and achieving & maintaining a healthy pregnancy to term.Lory has extensive clinical experience as an in-hospital registered dietitian. Additionally, she has offered independent nutrition consulting and is the owner/creator of two nutrition-based businesses: Health is in the Bag, Corporate Lunch Service and Therapeutic Lifestyle Coaching for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome.Lory offers a wide range of programs and services, from individual nutritional counseling for FCLV patients, to group counseling, to a monthly PCOS Support Group and a monthly PCOS Nutrition Workshop.Tune in to learn more about nutrition to enhance fertility for women with PCOS.

In this episode of the PCOS Challenge Radio Show, Sasha Ottey speaks to dermatologist, Dr. Susan Van Dyke about hair removal techniques for hirsute women.Susan Van Dyke, M.D. is a board certified dermatologist who has performed more than 10,000 non-invasive cosmetic procedures. She is a top consultant and national physician trainer for Medicis, Allergan, Lumenis and Solta (manufacturers of Thermage and Fraxel); on the advisory board for Valeant Pharmaceuticals; on the speakers’ bureaus for RevaleSkin, Clinique Medical and Obagi; a “Platinum Plus” BOTOX Cosmetic and Juvederm Provider; and her practice is designated as a BOTOX Cosmetic National Training Center.Dr. Van Dyke has been honored as a faculty member by the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery and the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery and is typically one of the first to launch the latest proven therapies in cosmetic medicine. For more information on Dr. Van Dyke and her practice, Van Dyke Laser & Skin, visit www.VanDykeLaser.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.

In this segment, Sasha Ottey speaks to renowned nutrition expert, Evelyn Tribole of www.evelyntribole.com about Intuitive Eating and how it can be beneficial for women with PCOS..Evelyn Tribole, MS, RD is an award-winning registered dietitian, with a nutrition counseling practice in Newport Beach, California. She has written seven books including the bestsellers Healthy Homestyle Cooking and Intuitive Eating(co-author). Her newest book is the Ultimate Omega-3 Diet.Evelyn was the nutrition expert for Good Morning America, appearing from 1994-’95 and was a national spokesperson for the American Dietetic Association for 6 years. She was contributing editor for Shape magazine where her monthly column, Recipe Makeovers, appeared for 11 years.She is often sought by the media for her nutritional expertise and has appeared on hundreds of interviews, including: CNN, Today Show, MSNBC, Fox News, USA Today, Wall St. Journal and People magazine.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, Sasha Ottey speaks to Dr. Jane Frederick of Huntington Reproductive Center in Fullerton, CA, about reproductive issues that women with PCOS face and what reproductive medicine has to offer.Dr. Jane Frederick is board certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology and Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility. She has over 20 years of clinical experience as a physician and infertility specialist. Her active research interests include age and reproduction, male factor, egg freezing, and minimal invasive pelvic surgery. Dr. Frederick is the Past President of the Pacific Coast Reproductive Society, and specialty medical reviewer to the books Women Doctors Guide to Health and Healing and The Couple’s Guide to In Vitro Fertilization.Tune in to learn more about reproductive medicine for women with 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.

There has been a lot of buzz about using acupuncture for PCOS symptoms. In this episode of the PCOS Challenge Radio Show, Sasha Ottey speaks to licensed acupuncturist, Lynn Schwartz to help you learn more about how acupuncture can help women with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome.Lynn Schwartz, holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Temple University. She earned her Master of Acupuncture degree from the Traditional Acupuncture Institute in Columbia, Maryland. She studied acupuncture at the College of Traditional Acupuncture of the United Kingdom with Dr. J.R. Worsley. Lynn is Board Certified by the National Commission for the Certification of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine and is on the faculty at the Tai Sophia Institute (formerly the Traditional Acupuncture Institute).Tune in to learn more from Lynn Schwartz about acupuncture for 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.

In this episode of the PCOS Challenge Radio Show, Sasha Ottey speaks to Dr. Gretchen Kubacky about dealing with the psychological aspects of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome. Dr. Kubacky (www.drkubacky.com) is a licensed clinical psychologist in private practice in West Los Angeles. Dr. Kubacky 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. Dr. Kubacky is a professional member of the American Society of Reproductive Medicine, RESOLVE: The National Infertility Association, and inCYST. She is also a member of PCOS Challenge, and a number of other organizations serving people with endocrine disorders. She believes that successfully coping with the complexities of PCOS often includes the need to process grief and loss – for healthy body functioning, changed relationships, unexpected restrictions, and complications that limit possibilities. Tune in on to learn from Dr. Kubacky how to better cope with many of the psychological issues surrounding 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.

In this segment, on Wednesday, July 29, 2009 at 6pm EDT, Sasha Ottey speaks to Dr. Andrea Lee of Insulite Laboratories. Dr. Andrea Lee is a Naturopathic Doctor who works as a Health Advisor for Life Extension 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. Earlier, Dr. Lee practiced at Arizona Advanced Medicine in Scottsdale. She attended Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine in Tempe, AZ and her Bachelor’s degree is from the University of Alaska where she studied Psychology and Exercise Science.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.”Tune in on Wednesday, July 29, 2009 at 6pm EDT, as Dr. Lee shares with us why the Insulite Laboratories System for PCOS could work for you.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, Sasha Ottey speaks to Dr. Michael Feinman of Huntington Reproductive Center in Encino, CA about reproductive issues that women with PCOS face and what reproductive medicine has to offer. Michael Feinman, M.D. is a graduate of the University of California, Los Angeles where he received both B.S. and M.D. degrees. He completed his residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Sloane Hospital for Women at Columbia-Presbyterian Medical Center in New York City. Dr. Feinman did a fellowship at the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility. Dr. Feinman is board certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology and Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility. Join the free PCOS Challenge Support Network at www.pcoschallenge.com to find out more about Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome and help women beat PCOS.

PCOSChallenge.com - Christie Pickard has struggled with weight most of her adult life. After storming in her doctor's office and demanding an explanation for the unexplained weight gain and inability to lose weight, she was diagnosed with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome. She sees a nutritionist once a week and exercises regularly. She has lost over 100 pounds and believes that you can too! Christie says:"My journey is not over, but it is off to a good start!" Rachel Niemi is a 26 year old doctorate student working toward her degree in clinical psychology at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. She was diagnosed with PCOS in March of 2009. She is married and lives with her husband in Michigan City, IN. In light of her recent struggles with PCOS, Rachel is now moved to become an advocate for women with PCOS. Join Sasha Ottey on the PCOS Challenge Radio Show on Wednesday July 8, 2009 at 6pm (EDT) as she speaks to Christie and Rachel about their struggles and victories with 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.

In this segment on Wednesday, June 24, 2009 at 6pm EDT, Sasha Ottey speaks to Ellen Reiss-Goldfarb, a Registered Dietitian with a Private Practice in West Los Angeles, California. She was co-founder of "Through the Looking Glass", a support program for people with eating disorders and body images issues. She has worked as a clinical nutrition consultant and nutritional educator for over ten years. Her vision is to assist people in achieving their personal goals through nutrition education, as well as supporting their efforts in attaining balance in all areas of their lives. Besides Specialized work with Eating Disorders, Ellen has recently also expanded her practice to specialize in Women's hormonal issues which include PCOS and problems with Fertility. Ellen has been involved in nutrition and dietetics due to a personal passion to support and educate people on how to develop a healthy diet and lifestyle. Tune in on Wednesday, June 24, 2009 at 6pm EDT to listen to Ellen impart her knowledge about eating disorders and the role they play in 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.

On Wednesday, June 3, 2009 at 6 pm EDT, Sasha Ottey speaks to naturopathic doctor Dr. Arlene B. Donar (www.drdonar.com). Dr. Donar graduated with a doctoral degree in Naturopathic Medicine from the University of Bridgeport College of Naturopathic Medicine, one of only four accredited universities in North America. She is board certified and licensed as a Naturopathic Physician in Connecticut. Dr. Donar developed and supervised programs which included supplementation, diet, exercise and lifestyle management directly targeting cardiovascular health. She works primarily with clients with chronic health conditions and lectures on prevention and treatment of disease using botanical medicine and clinical nutrition. Tune in on Wed., June 3, 2009 at 6 p.m. EDT to the PCOS Challenge Radio Show to learn more about natural solutions for women with 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.

Join Sasha Ottey as she speaks to Carmina McGee (www.CarminaMcGee.com), nutritionist (registered dietitian) and a Licensed Esthetician. Carmina brings a unique blend of education and experience as well as deep compassion to her work. She earned her Bachelor of Science Degree in Dietetics at Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo and a Master’s Degree in Nutrition California State University at Northridge. She has worked in diverse areas, which include, but are not limited to skin care formulation and integrative skin care therapy, and as a nutritionist and registered dietitian.Carmina believes in working holistically – taking the best that both Western and Eastern Medicine offer and works in collaboration with professionals in various fields of health and healing. Carmina has special offers for listeners of the PCOS Challenge Radio Show, so be sure to tune in to learn more about skin care solutions for women with PCOS who are dealing with issues with their skin. Join the free PCOS Challenge Support Network at www.pcoschallenge.com to find out more about Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome and help women beat PCOS.

Join Sasha Ottey as she speaks to Travis Johnson, of Chiral Balance about D-chiro-inositol (DCI) and its benefits for women with PCOS. He attended the University of Texas earning both his Bachelor's and Master's degree in Biochemistry. He now teaches General Chemistry and Biochemistry there. While in graduate school he spent much of his spare time reading literature about PCOS. His interest intensified when he discovered a few family members dealt with PCOS. It intensified further when he saw a real opportunity to provide a needed product to the PCOS community. He and his mother started Chiral Balance to sell D-chiro-inositol, opening their doors in December 2005 and becoming the first retail distributor of D-chiro-inositol in the world. Also, there will be discounts available on DCI from Chiral Balance for PCOS Challenge members and PCOS Challenge Radio Show listeners. Tune in to the PCOS Challenge Radio Show to learn more about the DCI and its benefits for women with 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.