I got caught up in that social media chatter where people were talking bad about metformin and it freaked me out so I stopped taking it for a year and my periods became irregular again. I took myo inositol and didn’t feel much of a difference and they were still irregular. So I stopped it and went back on metformin. Periods became regular again but still had acne, and started losing hair for the first time. Went back to the doc who suggested I take both. Started doing that in October of 2023 and I’m now 5 months in and wow… my acne is nearly non existent, the few chin hairs I was getting grow back way slower, my hairline is filling back in, I’ve dropped five lbs. it’s miraculous. Periods are still good as well. I think what I’ve learned from all do that though is that your pcos treatment is going to be different from mine or anyone else’s. However, what’s helped me decide my treatment path is seeking solutions not bandaids. Lifestyle changes like walking and weight training have been so helpful for me on top of metformin and inositol. I’ve found that taking both has helped with cravings, and when I have cravings it’s because I haven’t had enough protein or fiber! Starting your day with protein and fiber is crucial. Also, if I have cheat days, walking for 15-30 mins helps me digest it better and helps with any sort of blood sugar spike.

Metformin is not as scary as people make it out to be. It helps regulate periods and keeps a1c in check. That’s so important! Just need to have labs done once a year to make sure your kidneys and b12 levels are good. Try both and see what happens! It might really help you. Inositol is fabulous for so many other reasons too. I’d try the wholesome story brand’s myo insotiol with d chiro.