PCOS Guide - THREE KEY PILLARS TO MANAGING PCOS NATURALLY

PCOS Guide - THREE KEY PILLARS TO MANAGING PCOS NATURALLY

PCOS What is it?

Struggling with PCOS? Or wondering if you may have it? Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a hormone imbalance that affects roughly 1 in 10 women of reproductive age. And it’s the most common cause of infertility worldwide.

 Some women with PCOS develop cysts on their ovaries. Hence the name, polycystic ovary syndrome. But many women with PCOS have no cysts or any symptoms at all! That’s why up to 70% of women with PCOS are undiagnosed.

 

PCOS Causes

The jury’s still out on the exact cause of PCOS. But according to research, its linked with the following:

 

  • Insulin resistance: This hormone helps glucose get inside your cells. Some people become resistant to insulin, triggering the body to make more insulin. Excess insulin can affect the ovaries’ ability to release eggs and lead to weight gain.
  • High androgens: Women with PCOS often have high levels of male hormones (androgens) like testosterone.
  • Chronic inflammation: Low-grade inflammation is common among women with PCOS, which increases androgens.
  • Excess weight: PCOS is linked with obesity. The hormonal imbalances of PCOS can also lead to weight gain. It’s the ultimate catch-22.

 

The good news is, PCOS can be managed with some simple dietary and lifestyle shifts. And that’s exactly what we’ll cover in this guide! Read on to learn the 3 pillars to managing PCOS naturally.

 

Pillar #1: Balance Blood sugar

Regular exercise helps your muscles burn glucose and improves your body’s sensitivity to insulin. Not to mention, exercise boosts your mood, helps with weight management, and improves fertility. To keep your blood sugar and PCOS symptoms in check, aim for 30 minutes of physical activity most days. Walk, swim, bike, dance, garden, do some yoga, lift weights, try an online workout.

 

Pillar #2: Balance Estrogen

Eat estrogen detox foods - Your body has to detox estrogen. When it doesn’t, that excess estrogen recirculates, which can contribute to estrogen dominance. The good news is, certain foods can help your body clear excess estrogen. These include cruciferous vegetables!

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