Polycystic ovary syndrome is a common hormonal condition that affects the ovaries and disrupt a women’s menstrual cycle.
Common symptoms of PCOS
- irregular periods.
- acne
- hair loss
- weight gain
- excess hair on the face and body
- headaches
Test for PCOS
Manage PCOS symptoms with diet
A dietitian can help you manage PCOS symptoms by losing weight in a healthy way. A good lifestyle will help to regulate menstrual cycle and improve all PCOS symptoms.
A low-carbohydrate diet has been found to be effective to treat PCOS as it will help to lose weight and lower insulin levels(1) .
Combining diet and Exercise is even more beneficial. The combination of both will help you lose more weight than either intervention alone, and it lowers your risks for diabetes and heart disease.
Mavropoulos, J. C., Yancy, W. S., Hepburn, J., & Westman, E. C. (2005). The effects of a low-carbohydrate, ketogenic diet on the polycystic ovary syndrome: a pilot study. Nutrition & metabolism, 2, 35. https://doi.org/10.1186/1743-7075-2-35
A dietitian-nutritionist will help you prevent or slow the progression of osteoporosis.