DFW PCOS Cysters

We are a local support group based in North Texas. Join us for fun events, great friends, and tons of support!

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We're checking out some great nerd art for April's monthly meetup! Join us at 2pm on Saturday, Apr 13th for a free art show at the Sheraton Dallas Hotel! https://t.co/EPoDODfXFl

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Last reminder to sign up for our DietBet! Weigh-ins are this weekend. If you'd like to join us in a 1 month weight loss challenge that ends with REAL MONEY, this is the place to do it! Buy-ins are $25.

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Have you heard of DietBet? It's a program where you bet a little bit of money in exchange for winning more at the end of 4 weeks! The goal is to lose 4% of your body weight in those 4 weeks, and you can totally do it!

Our DietBet has a $25 buy-in. As... https://t.co/U0Pv0XH9sL

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This is a good reminder for everyone - when trying to determine if a product is good or bad for you, check out the ThinkDirty app. It allows you to scan a barcode and tell you everything you need to know about the... https://t.co/OYiNPNbkfR

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There's a giveaway running this weekend only to get the 2019 PCOS Journal! Head over to the original post and sign up to win! https://t.co/Lr06b1gZEj

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Hey y'all! As a Christmas gift to myself, I plan on ordering the 2019 PCOS Journal. Buying multiple copies drops the price, so I'd be happy to place an order for a bunch of us if anyone is interested! They are about $24... https://t.co/j37jZhKEAv

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Our founder loves focus groups. Her favorite company to work with is looking for women with PCOS, Endometriosis, Fibroids or Diabetes to participate in a $100 webcam interview. If you have been diagnosed with any of... https://t.co/d9NrBgvGSw

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This is one of the most important things you can do for yourself if you are on Metformin. TAKE VITAMIN B12! Met depletes your B12 levels, and Vitamin B12 is required for the proper function and development of the brain,... https://t.co/yCbgpJIQFi

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I bet you're now thinking "OMG! There's so much bad stuff! I'm overwhelmed!"

That's OK! You don't have to trash everything in your home and go buy new stuff right now. Start out slow. Do one item at a time.... https://t.co/YsKBfbA0bj

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Dirtiest Dozen Hormone Disruptors #12:
DEA / TEA / MEA (Ethanolamines)

Used as emulsifiers and foaming agents for shampoos, body washes, soaps and topical application. It’s been associated with cancer in animal studies.

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Dirtiest Dozen Hormone Disruptors #11:
Oxybenzone

An active ingredient in chemical sunscreens that accumulates in fatty tissues and is linked to allergies, hormone disruption and cellular damage.

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Dirtiest Dozen Hormone Disruptors #10:
Formaldehyde

A known carcinogen and irritant found in nail products, hair dye, fake-eyelash adhesives and some shampoos. It has been banned in other countries.

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Dirtiest Dozen Hormone Disruptors #9:
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate

Found in shampoos, toothpastes, soaps, body washes, floor cleaners & engine degreasers. Linked to endocrine disruption, neurotoxicity, organ toxicity, skin irritation & cancer. Look for labels “SLS free.”

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Dirtiest Dozen Hormone Disruptors #8:
Glycol Ethers

Common solvents in paints, cleaning products, brake fluid & cosmetics. Linked to shrunken testicles, asthma, allergies & may damage fertility or an unborn child.

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Dirtiest Dozen Hormone Disruptors #7:
Perfluorinated Chemicals (PFCs)

Found in non-stick cookware, coats the insides of popcorn bags & fast food containers, & used in stain or water-resistant coatings on... https://t.co/rDodoT5J9W

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Dirtiest Dozen Hormone Diruptors #6:
Talc

Talc shows up in cosmetics and hair care products that help get rid of oil (dry shampoo, powdered makeup, deodorants and even baby powder). While it’s great at getting... https://t.co/9smjxLvwGh

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Dirtiest Dozen Hormone Disruptors #5:
BPAs

Found in plastics, epoxy resins, thermal cash register receipts, food cans, lids of glass jars, aerosol cans, & beverage cans. Imitates estrogen in your body & is... https://t.co/2T2FZJ1jJk

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Dirtiest Dozen Hormone Disruptors #4:
Phthalates

You’ll find this family of ingredients in skin care, hair care, nail polish & plastics. Studies have linked it to hormone changes, lower sperm count, birth defects, obesity, diabetes, cancer & thyroid irregularities.

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Dirtiest Dozen Hormone Disruptors #3:
Petroleum

Derived from the same stuff that fuels your car. Includes mineral oil, petrolatum & paraffin oil. It Experts question whether any of these ingredients are safe... https://t.co/KZpbNFOvyZ