5 Root Cause Approaches to PCOS

Whether you’re starting to plan your family, you’ve been on your journey for a bit, or have had your kiddos; having a conversation with your doctor about Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) can be a good idea if you are having symptoms!

What is PCOS and is who affected?

PCOS it is one of the most common hormonal endocrine disorders in women. It affects 7 million women in the United States alone. In fact, September is PCOS Awareness Month! Statistics show this impacts all races/ethnicities including: Caucasian: 4.8%, African American: 8.0%, Hispanics/Latinas: 13%, as well as, an added concern for teens as obesity increases. 

For some women, symptoms can appear as early as their first menstrual cycle. Unfortunately, most women don’t know they have it until they start trying to conceive. PCOS can often looks like what is termed “normal"? symptoms to have as a maturing woman. For example, you may have acne, anxiety (reduce anxiety and stress!), depression, or an eating disorder. 

The diagnosis of PCOS varies based on the criteria used by your doctor and may look for the following: hyperandrogenism, chronic anovulation, polycystic ovaries, and oligoanovulation. 

PCOS affect 7 million women in the US alone.

What Causes it?

Genetic predisposition appears to be strong with this diagnosis. Many women have mothers and sisters struggling with the same condition!

GOOD NEWS! Lifestyle factors such as diet, exercise, and stress reduction combats against your predisposition! So, what are gals to do if they suspect PCOS? 

Keep reading for tips!

1. Talk with your doctor. It’s important to get the appropriate testing done to get clarification! A simple blood test and ultrasound is all you need to get started.
2. Dietary Changes. Lose the low-fat, high-carbohydrate diets. Choose complex carbs, which are high in fiber and moves through your body more slowly so your blood sugar levels stays level. According to the Mayo Clinic, even a modest reduction in your weight – for instance, losing 5 percent of your body weight – might improve your condition. There are also supplements available that may be helpful. See the new research on PCOS and CoQ10 Supplementation today!

Here’s a prior blog of mine for some ideas of foods to start incorporating now. 

1. Be active. Exercising daily helps to reduce and/or prevent insulin resistance, reduce inflammation and it’s the happy drug for your mind by producing endorphins. It also helps to reset your HPA Axis – reducing stress! Try the Moon Salute Sequence today to see what a difference a few minutes can make! Join the next session of Pulling Down the Moon’s 6 Week Yoga for Fertility series  (for those trying to conceive), or CocoonCare’s schedule (for pre/postnatal care) to see for yourself!
2. Get support. As I mentioned, 7 million women in the USA have PCOS, so don’t feel like your abnormal or broken beyond repair. We can help you implement these changes!

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Be well, 

Diana