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PCOS And Infertility: Can Dietary Improvement Help Boost Fertility?

Fri, 14 Oct 2022 10:33:00 +0000

One of the most challenging aspects of PCOS is dealing with infertility. According to a study, anywhere from 70-80% of women with PCOS suffer from it.

The treatment of infertility caused by PCOS typically involves inducing ovulation—through medications or medical procedures, as needed—and correcting metabolic issues that impair fertility. It also involves proper blood sugar management and improving insulin sensitivity.

Dietary improvement and lifestyle modifications are some of the widely encouraged treatment options for women struggling with infertility. A well-balanced diet can reverse several PCOS symptoms and improve egg quality, insulin sensitivity and energy levels, manage weight, and facilitate ovulation.

Exploring The Relationship Between PCOS, Mental Health, And Glucose Control

Fri, 14 Oct 2022 10:28:00 +0000

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (also known as PCOS ) is a severely underdiagnosed and misdiagnosed condition. Since its emotional and psychological aspects are not visible to the naked eye, they are often overlooked. Depression and anxiety are commonly seen in women with PCOS. Research shows that those with the condition are three times more likely to suffer from these disorders.

PMOS: Why PCOS has a new name – and what it means

A systematic review highlights that women with PCOS might be at an increased risk of suffering from depression, anxiety, OCD, and bipolar disorder. The review also found that the severity of symptoms associated with these disorders is higher in women with PCOS than in women without PCOS. Even though the exact cause for the high prevalence is still unknown to science, screening for psychiatric and mood disorders would facilitate early diagnosis, intervention, and treatment for the women in question.

The Art Of Eating With PCOS

Fri, 14 Oct 2022 09:53:00 +0000

Women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS ) often feel tired, lethargic and fatigued, which can be linked to insulin resistance.

As per a study, around 65-70% of women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) are insulin resistant. This means that their bodies do not respond to insulin as they should, and the cells aren’t able to take up glucose from the blood. As a result, their glucose levels stay elevated. Over time, this can lead to prediabetes, type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, etc.

Can Exercise help in reversing PCOS?

Mon, 22 Aug 2022 10:49:00 +0000

This can make a person feel like they’ve caused this condition and that they can’t do much to help themselves. However, that’s not true. By following the right lifestyle, PCOS can not only be managed but the symptoms can also be reversed to a great extent.

PMOS: Why PCOS has a new name – and what it means

Highlights

Exercise is a great way to reduce stress, and it triggers the production of ‘feel-good’ neurotransmitters called endorphins.
Exercise can help in combating insulin resistance, blood pressure, obesity, cardiovascular diseases and more.
Research review has found that exercise can be beneficial in helping women with PCOS lose weight, and abdominal fat and lower insulin levels.

What is the role of exercise in managing PCOS?

It’s safe to say that the pandemic has wreaked havoc on most of our lives. Almost everything has shifted to the virtual world, from work meetings to college lectures. As a result, our body doesn’t get enough movement, even while our intake remains the same. Hence, we don’t end up burning enough of the calories that we consume.