Birth Control Pill SIDE EFFECTS! 2022 (PCOS, Weight Gain, Hormones)

[@HealthCoachKait]

Did you experience any side effects on the birth control pill?

[@thatsurmum1913]

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[@thatsurmum1913]

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[@PlagueCabaret]

Yes. I have PCOS and was prescribed birth control at the age of 17. I was on it for six months. I was an emotional wreck. Always crying. Also, I was extremely nauseous. Every single day, I felt like I was on the verge of vomiting. I'm *so* glad to be off that stuff.

[@HealthCoachKait]

That sounds horrible 😣

[@mgs5pita]

I just stopped taking it for the third time (I tried different types each time) this last time I experienced depression, nausea, dizziness, fatigue, and low libido. It was not worth it.

[@quiproquoJu]

Good to hear, and really interesting, thanks coach Kait ! When I was younger and told other girls that I am not taking the pill they were "what but why? How are you doing?" When I told them it was dangerous and there was no way I take synthetic hormones they just laughed and told that sanitary towels were dangerous too... Too bad for them

[@lindseyknott50]

Thankyou dr kait! I have endo and pcos and after going 3 months keto my symptoms have vastly reduced!

[@julie-annclarke8673]

Really glad you have put this information out there. Wishing I knew about the side effects so didn't have to go through the process of coming off the pill and then treating the underlining issues. Thanks Kait 😊

[@HealthCoachKait]

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[@cherriekaos6425]

I definitely have most of the symptoms and didn't even know that some of them were from the pill and I've been wanting to go off the pill for a long time now because I'm trying to be healthy and take care of my body I'm a carnivore so I know everything that I put in my body is good except for the pill so I think it's time for me to finally go off it so I can have my life back, it has caused me anxiety, depression, low self esteem, low libido, unmotivated, hormonal problems, weight gain and all of the rest of the side effects. I was also like you Kait when I got my period it was full on heavy and painful, I've had a child and when I was having contractions it was the same amount of pain as my period cramps so I was actually surprised I thought contractions would have hurt more I was so used to my period cramps that the contractions weren't that bad so I'll be going off the pill soon to get my mojo back and hopefully feel a lot better good luck to all the other lady's on the pill. Thank you Kait for making this video lots of love from New Zealand 🤗❤

[@HealthCoachKait]

Wow well the silver lining is you were ready for the contractions 😂 All the best on your journey to health girl ♥️♥️♥️

[@esther.f.g]

I also started taking the pill because my heavy an painful period. But since I am on a low carb diet the difference is huge, no more painful period, I can continue with my life. I always say it, keto or low carb is not only for weight, there are so many benefits. It depends on each person, this way of eating is adapted to me, it may be not for everyone but at least or me is right

[@HealthCoachKait]

Yes 100%! I was blown away when I realised my periods weren't horrific after I changed my diet 😅

[@birgitk6518]

Oh thats cool. I am struggeling with painful period :( do you eat dairy?

[@keishakiger8541]

Thank you I’ve been on the pill for 18 yrs And had been looking for months for videos to prepare me and to remind myself why I’m getting off of it and I’ve been off of it for a month and came along this video and it was very helpful

[@HealthCoachKait]

Glad you found it helpful Keisha! All the best 🙏

[@cassandrasmom]

I took the pill very briefly, thank God.

[@HealthCoachKait]

Any side effects?

[@cassandrasmom]

@@HealthCoachKait From what I can remember, weight gain.

[@HealthCoachKait]

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[@valentinabriochina]

Thank you this was a great video, not many people talk about it!!! I had awful side effects on the pill and i finally understood the cause and stopped it

[@HealthCoachKait]

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[@piscesmaiden6175]

I started back on the pill in my late 30s and my God it was a totally different experience from my younger years. I got neasea, had severe bloating and gained 5kg. I stopped taking it and I definitely agree that each woman reacts differently and at different stages in their life.

[@Familyproud-e9h]

I had every single side effect mentioned in this video while on the pill!

[@heatherlw13]

I am in my 40s on constant birth control because of fibroids. I too had it pretty rough when I was younger and in my early 20s. I find that I am lethargic, less focused, and cannot lose weight easily. I didnt know that could be side effects. I will definitely will be chatting with my doctor!

[@HealthCoachKait]

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[@lovingitonketo]

Boy do I remember those days. But because of my age and a complete removal of just about everything those days are gone.

[@HealthCoachKait]

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[@islandboy4445]

Do you mean you had a hysterectomy? Do you mind if I ask what it was like? I'm looking into permanent sterilization options. Mainly I want my tubes removed, but I may donate my uterus in the future, for someone else to benefit from ✌️

[@PetiteD]

I don't take the pill regularly, but I do take it from time to time and wanted to watch this video to see what side effects I should be worried about. However, that part about iodine helping a lot with your menstrual problems is a fix I only heard about recently from Dr. Berg and has been absolutely life-changing for me. Even on keto I was still having cramps, and although I do eat seaweed from time to time, I wasn't getting in iodine regularly, so now I'm making sure to eat my seaweed snacks almost every day and especially near my period. I will definitely have to watch your video about it and see which supplement you take, but maybe a refresh on that topic would be helpful for newer subscribers experiencing these issues. Dr. Berg also recommened taking a calcium+magnesium supplement, which I think helped me as well, but I'm not sure how the calcium part fit in so maybe if you could add something in about that with the iodine video that'd be great! You're such a great resource, Kait! Love your channel and congrats on becoming a homeowner.

[@summermuhammad916]

I’m new to your channel and glad I found this video. I have type 1 diabetes, pros and insulin resistance. I’ve been having so many of these side affects from the pill.

[@HealthCoachKait]

Welcome! 😁 I saw you've been leaving a few comments and I will try to answer them all today ❤️

[@summermuhammad916]

@@HealthCoachKait lol I work remotely and I am on a roll right now with your channel. I appreciate these videos I’m learning so much.

[@shaffafnizzami5601]

This awareness video is best. Thanks Coach Kait

[@HealthCoachKait]

Glad you found it useful! 🤗

[@pattyoconnell1950s]

I never had birth control. But recently a Dr prescribed birth control for a 17 family member. After watching your video it really helps to know side affects. It was prescribed due to acne. So it’s not a good enough reason to use it. Thank you for your information. PS I never took the pill. I did however had 6 children. With no side effects 😊.

[@afrinatasneem375]

Thanks so much for this video. I found it very informative and wish I had ditched it the pills sooner. But my Gynecologist insisted it and i have been on the pills for a very long time bcz of PCOS and menorrhagia. U were right in saying it did not address the core issue.

[@gloriak영희]

Hi! I was prescribed with birth control due to PCOS hair loss but never started taking them... From watching your videos I am understanding that we can certainly reverse PCOS/hair loss naturally without any birth control/drugs?? Will be waiting for a reply. Thank you 🙏🏻

[@angelabethsmith]

When I was in college I went on the pill and without trying I lost 20-25 pounds within the next year. Fast forward several years. I went off the pill and gained all that weight back and can't seem to lose it try as I may. Does anyone have any insight into why that would be?

[@mirjamw6665]

Ok not sure but maybe insulin resistance/pcos? You van watch her other videos for an explanation. But with too much insulin it is a lot harder to lose weight, and a hormone imbalance can cause too much insulin

[@claudia5908]

I was on the pill off & on for about 20 years. I did gain weight one time that I got back on it. It did clear up acne but as you said it masked the reason why I was getting acne. I was lucky. I had regular periods but I did have painful cramps in my younger years before I got on the pill. I never really liked being on the pill. I stopped early this year at 51 yo because drugs like this one is really not good. I never took it more then 5 years at a time. I was getting at the 5 year mark & figured menopause is coming & should focus on being health for my over all health. I did notice that after I got off of it, my hair got super weird. It thinned out a lot. It happened the last time I got off of it. But I didn’t make the connection until this time. I was low on zinc so I focused on increasing my zinc levels. I take lugol’s iodine & chlorella tablets. They say the pill increases copper therefore that may effect iron & zinc levels. My acne came back but not too bad. My hair is still thin but it’s growing back thicker. I’m sure it will be back to normal in six months.

[@HealthCoachKait]

Thanks for sharing Claudia! I hope your hair gets back to normal quickly 🙏

[@claudia5908]

@@HealthCoachKait thank you! I hope so too! ❤️

[@erichanson5628]

Thanks for the video Coach Kait!

[@HealthCoachKait]

Thanks for watching!

[@olgacasillas7110]

I also gained 30 pounds in 30 days I stopped it right away. I took it after having my first baby but stopped didn’t want to continue gaining weight

[@islandboy4445]

Will you do one on other forms of birth control, including different types of sterilization? Thank you!

[@madeleineholmkvist]

Hi! The birthcontrol pill does not mimic a pregnancy, it actually mimics menopause a lot more. Your own hormones get pushed down to almost nothing and the artificial hormones doesent have the same effect as your own would, therefore it is more like menopause. It is a myth that it is mimicing pregnancy. I just thought u would want to know :) Thank u for your videos I really enjoy them!

[@DulcesSweets]

I think that's what I'm experiencing, a glimpse into menopause and it ain't pretty. I'm taking it as a part of the IVF process and I can't believe how intense these side effects are: fatigue, body aches, mental fog, achy joints... I'm taking the pill for the first time in about 15 years, but won't be on it much longer.

[@cmiller584]

When I was on bc I told the dr I didnt like it made me gain weight. She told me it doesnt. She tried very hard to gaslight me. I walked away not changing my mind and not trusting doctors.

[@theeporcelain]

Whats really funny to me is, everyone talks about how terrible the pill is. But im having mild symptoms on the pill vs not being on the pill. I was very lowly depressed off it and.. my birth control makes me more increased sex drive.

[@kevcom000]

The issue is you’re most likely just masking the real issues. And think about it, you’re comparing the side effects of birth control to living with untreated conditions. As opposed to living with a healthy body so of course it isn’t as bad for you, that doesn’t mean it can’t be much better.

[@dezzy8575]

Great video. Thank you for the information.

[@RosaGarcia-re9gy]

Do you think it would actually be beneficial for women with PCOS or adrenal hyperplasia who struggle with the effects of excess androgens?

[@HealthCoachKait]

It can reduce some of the symptoms but it only masks the problem. The root of it is still there so it's not actually improving PCOS.

[@ginnyfromdablock7551]

I'm at a loss because I have endometriosis with PCOS no matter what Natural diets and superfoods and eliminations, have not resulted in improvement of my symptoms. Not keto, carnivore, vegan, nothing.The only thing left is birth control.

[@stephclark50]

I was diagnosed with PCOS and put on lo lo estrin when I was 16 years old. I’ve been on it for almost 12 years now and I’m contemplating getting off of it. I’m just scared I may gain weight. Any advice? I really want to get off it and get my period back, but I’m very nervous about weight gain as I’ve seen a lot of women experience rapid weight gain when getting off the pill. Very confused and seeking answers, thank you

[@mili-on1692]

What are your thoughts about the IUD? I swapped to it last year after so long on the pills.

[@AlexiaCampbell222]

I’m starting the pill this upcoming Sunday, I was previously on the depo shot, which I absolutely hated . It made me so depressed and very low energy. I was so moody, and always in a bad mood or sad . It also made me super nauseous all the time I’m not sure what to expect with the pill.

[@DoesCookingAndArt]

I took birthcontrol for the first time and I stopped right after a month of taking cuz I got rashes and still doesn't go away for a month

[@katsan1219]

Bruhhhhh you are literally describing my life rn wtf I didn’t know this

[@HealthCoachKait]

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[@abigailgarcia4655]

I dont want to get pregnant but seem to get pregnant only when i take care of myself 😢, whats a good birthcontrol for pcos

[@gallexar107]

I have started fasting for 40 Hours on 10,20 & 30 date of every month is it good?

[@marimohd2641]

Are dates and resis are sugar free

[@cassie1264]

Our education about birth control is basically this: Women of childbearing age must use some kind of birth control or she will get pregnant and ruin her life. Everybody else takes it and it's awesome. And then a prescription is shoved in our hands with no mention of anything you include in your video. FAM 4ever!!

[@HealthCoachKait]

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[@marklynch3149]

I'm glad I'm not on the pill 😂😂

[@HealthCoachKait]

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[@8877america]

Does anyone have Acid Reflux due to Birthcontrol I’m taking it for IVF treatment to get pregnant when they take me off pill to make me ovulate but man that acid reflux

[@christinajones6500]

So what should we do if we want that 99.9% chance of not getting pregnant? Just not have sex? Lol kinda seems like it. ☹️🙄

[@HealthCoachKait]

Track your cycle using your body temp or there are other methods such as IUDs 🙏

[@HallowedBeThyName33]

There's a very small window when you can actually get pregnant unless you are ovulating. Prob a span of 2 days in the month...

[@christinajones6500]

@@HealthCoachKait yeah so many people get pregnant that way lol

[@HealthCoachKait]

Tracking is between 93-98% effective and IUD is 99%. I have a video where I talk about tracking my body temp using my Oura Ring so I know exactly when I am going to ovulate and the first day of my period. Can't remember if I mention it in this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/sKXRe2OQotqajJo but I definitely talk about it in this one kzbin.info/www/bejne/d2GaoHmFlMSCaJY

[@HealthCoachKait]

Point is there are other methods beyond oral contraceptives 🙂

[@thebongfirefly3158]

Omg!! My problem like Same. Too much weight gain, Hormonal imbalance. Guys don't take birth control pill. Now my period cycle all break. 4 months off and then profuse bleeding at 2months. 11 days gapping. That means in one month I get two times period.😢😰😰

[@thebongfirefly3158]

Also my depression, irritating, mood swings, Anger issue coming.

[@follewirsel1372]

Best kait

[@HealthCoachKait]

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[@olgacasillas7110]

It happened to me too no periods for one year and also pcos

[@HealthCoachKait]

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[@amandamays2923]

What about nuvaring?

[@HealthCoachKait]

I haven't looked into it extensively but I know it also contains both estrogen and progesterone so I assume it would cause a lot of similar side effects.

[@amandamays2923]

Thank you!

[@karenmcneill2602]

Me again lol. I wanted to warn others...my sister started taking the pill just before getting married. She was 23. Her body blew up. She went from an A cup bra (I use to tell her not to bother with a bra!😊) to a D cup! All sorts of other things were happening too. Turns out her body had not finished puberty so going on the pill restarted those hormones. Be careful.

[@FiliusFidelis]

oh, you're assuming only women will watch this video do you? ;)

[@GhostedStories]

"...wonder why women weren't told of this." Ah, yes they were told about this. But the people telling them about this are called either a misogynist or a bigot. So, we just stopped and let you figure it all out by yourselves in a way we call "the hard way". I never let my wife take those. Her body is my body. And calling contraceptives "safe", is like calling having a baby "dangerous". I hope women will listen to you, Kait. Thank you for this. I am sharing this to my daughter.

[@colleenr2]

Or they are also called science deniers, or religious (in a pejorative manner, of course). I mean, it’s not just women getting duped by big pharma to take oral contraceptives. What about all of the young guys these days who are getting ED ads shoved in their faces because their testosterone levels are in the pits? A simple solution would be to eat more red meat and do more strength training, but that’s “toxic masculinity”, I guess.

[@GhostedStories]

@@colleenr2 right! 👍

[@kariharris462]

no

[@SoulSeeker2025]

6:53

[@creationsolved]

That abit too much to be healthy person🤔

[@THEJIG-IS-UP]

What type of tree doesn't have to worry about birth control? A rubber tree 😆

[@HealthCoachKait]

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[@THEJIG-IS-UP]

@@HealthCoachKait Just humoring the group

[@contentcreator_tips]

I feel like this video is very personal since the author had a bad experience. Personally I took the pill for 10 years, and then off it for 7 years. I experienced the total opposite of most of the side effects listed here, and I’m actually considering going back to them as they helped me with so many things. My acne, mood swings, weight, libido, and mental health were BETTER on the pill. As much as I don’t like the idea of taking hormones everyday, this is a highly personal thing, for some it has negative symptoms, for some it doesn’t 🤷🏼‍♀️

[@erichanson5628]

[@Familyproud-e9h]

I had every single side effect mentioned in this video while on the pill!