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Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal disorder that affects up to 10% of women of reproductive age. PCOS is characterised by various symptoms, including irregular periods, infertility, weight gain, and an increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes. ]Women with PCOS are at a higher risk of developing diabetes, specifically, four times more likely than women who don't have PCOS. How to prevent diabetes if you have PCOS Certain lifestyle modifications such as regular exercise, healthy eating habits, weight management, and stress reduction can aid in preventing diabetes in women with PCOS. Maintain a healthy weight Maintaining a healthy weight is crucial in preventing diabetes if you have PCOS. Studies have shown that even a modest weight reduction can improve insulin sensitivity and reduce the risk of developing diabetes. Losing weight can also help regulate your menstrual cycle and improve your chances of ovulating. You should eat a balanced diet low in carbohydrates, protein, and fibre to maintain a healthy weight. You should also avoid sugary drinks and processed foods, which can cause spikes in blood sugar levels and lead to weight gain. Exercise regularly Regular exercise can also help prevent diabetes if you have PCOS. Exercise improves insulin sensitivity and helps regulate blood sugar levels. It can also help you maintain a healthy weight and reduce stress, which is important because stress can cause blood sugar levels to rise. You should exercise for at least 30 minutes most days of the week. You can choose any form of exercise that you enjoy, such as jogging, cycling, swimming, or yoga. Follow a low-carbohydrate diet A low-carbohydrate diet can help prevent diabetes if you have PCOS. Carbohydrates are broken down into glucose, which can cause blood sugar levels to rise. Reducing carbohydrate intake can help regulate blood sugar levels and improve insulin sensitivity. You should eat a diet low in carbohydrates, protein, and fibre. You should also avoid sugary drinks and processed foods, which can cause spikes in blood sugar levels and lead to weight gain. Take medications as prescribed If you have PCOS, your doctor may prescribe medications to help regulate your menstrual cycle and improve insulin sensitivity. Taking these medications as defined is essential, as they can help prevent diabetes and other complications associated with PCOS. Manage stress Stress can cause blood sugar levels to rise, so it is essential to manage stress if you have PCOS. You can manage stress by practising relaxation techniques, such as yoga or meditation, getting enough sleep, and exercising regularly. Get regular check-ups If you have PCOS, getting regular check-ups with your doctor to monitor your blood sugar levels and other health markers is essential. Your doctor may also recommend standard blood tests to monitor your insulin sensitivity and other markers of diabetes. Conclusion In conclusion, if you have PCOS, you can make several lifestyle changes to prevent diabetes. By maintaining a healthy weight, exercising regularly, following a low-carbohydrate diet, taking medications as prescribed, managing stress, and getting regular check-ups, you can reduce your risk of developing diabetes and other complications associated with PCOS.

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Symptoms of PCOS can vary widely but may include irregular periods, weight gain, acne, excess hair growth, and infertility.

Preventing Diabetes for Women with PCOS

Preventing Diabetes for Women with PCOS

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal disorder that affects up to 10% of women of reproductive age. PCOS is characterised by various symptoms, including irregular periods, infertility, weight gain, and an increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes. ]Women with PCOS are at a higher risk of developing diabetes, specifically, four times more likely than women who don't have PCOS. How to prevent diabetes if you have PCOS Certain lifestyle modifications such as regular exercise, healthy eating habits, weight…

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Busting Common PCOS Myths

Busting Common PCOS Myths

With a chronic ailment affecting one in every 5 women, come misjudged assumptions, myths, misplaced beliefs and whatnot. It can often be difficult to navigate a chronic ailment based on what people close to us say and supposedly benign advice which can potentially be completely unscientific. This is why we felt the need to collate some of the most commonly heard myths (to the extent that they are assumed to be true) to clear the air. Myth 1: PCOS is…

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Ovulation for Women with PCOS

Ovulation for Women with PCOS

Ovulation is a natural and healthy event for women. In normal menstrual cycles, ovulation typically happens in the middle of the menstrual cycle which is about 14 days before the next menstrual cycle. Tracking your period cycles can be very important if you suffer from PCOS because it can help to determine when you are most likely to be able to get pregnant. What is PCOS? PCOS, or polycystic ovarian syndrome, is a hormonal disorder that can affect a woman’s…

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Lesser Known Symptoms of PCOS

Lesser Known Symptoms of PCOS

PCOS has a lot of symptoms that people have to deal with. Some of them are very well known as they are prevalent, like irregular periods, hirsutism, weight gain, or sleep troubles are well known. However, many others may not be that well-known but are equally essential to understand and address. In this blog, we will explore those lesser-known symptoms of PCOS for those suffering from them. Remember, you are not alone! Frequent headaches Regular headaches and migraines might develop…

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Tips to manage excessive sweating with PCOS

Tips to manage excessive sweating with PCOS

Ladies, we all know how uncomfortable sweating can be, especially when it's excessive. But did you know that excessive sweating can be a symptom of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)? This blog will delve into the World of PCOS and sweating and share some tips on managing this pesky problem. PCOS and Sweating Excessive sweating is a common symptom of PCOS, and it can occur in various parts of the body, such as the underarms, palms, feet, and face. This sweating…

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Understanding PCOS

Understanding PCOS is important for effective management, as it is a complex condition that can have a range of physical and emotional effects.

PCOS and Strengthening your immune system

PCOS and Strengthening your immune system

PCOS comes with a lot of symptoms. It's often hard to determine whether something is happening because of PCOS or a general health issue. If you have PCOS, you might have often wondered why you get sick quickly. This might be due to a low immune system, which PCOS can cause. How to strengthen your immune system? Try cutting on dairy and gluten. The gut has difficulty breaking down the proteins in dairy and gluten. Inflammation in your stomach serves…

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Eating right for Cysters! How nutrition helps with PCOS

Eating right for Cysters! How nutrition helps with PCOS

Eating right is crucial for general well-being for everyone but becomes even more important when you’re dealing with a chronic ailment like PCOS. The good news is that most of the symptoms of PCOS can be reversed with the right nutrition! Eating right and on time can balance out your hormones, regularize your period cycle, reduce insulin resistance and improve your metabolic rate. When it comes to dietary advice for women with PCOS — the internet is abundant with information…

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Busting Common PCOS Myths

Busting Common PCOS Myths

With a chronic ailment affecting one in every 5 women, come misjudged assumptions, myths, misplaced beliefs and whatnot. It can often be difficult to navigate a chronic ailment based on what people close to us say and supposedly benign advice which can potentially be completely unscientific. This is why we felt the need to collate some of the most commonly heard myths (to the extent that they are assumed to be true) to clear the air. Myth 1: PCOS is…

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5 Asanas every woman with PCOS must add to her routine

5 Asanas every woman with PCOS must add to her routine

There is no doubt that exercise and yoga can help regulate hormonal imbalances. Yoga is an excellent way to decrease testosterone levels and alleviate symptoms of anxiety and depression in women with PCOS. Engaging in daily exercise is crucial to help balance hormones, and manage blood sugar levels and insulin levels. Moreover, yoga can help with building strength, boosting metabolism and managing weight. Here are 5 simple yoga routines all women with PCOS must add to their routine to ensure…

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PCOS may impact your mental health. Here’s how you can deal with it

PCOS may impact your mental health. Here’s how you can deal with it

Living with a chronic ailment can often have its own toll on one’s mental health and well-being. Especially for women, when a chronic ailment affects the way they look because of hormonal imbalances that cause infertility, obesity, and excessive facial hair, it can also lead to severe mental health issues including anxiety, depression, and eating disorders. For a lot of women, aspects of life like infertility and inability in childbearing can leave them questioning their worth and cause negative perceptions…

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Have PCOS? Here are exercises to help reverse the symptoms

Have PCOS? Here are exercises to help reverse the symptoms

Exercise for PCOS, any other chronic ailment, or otherwise is not just recommended but should be a priority with the lifestyle and habits today. The calorific intake, on average today is on the rise and exercise is crucial to ensure weight management along with maintaining hormonal balance. While there are many things that can help you manage your weight better, and get the blood flowing and heart racing — everyone, much like their tastes and interests has a different way…

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PCOS Care

PCOS care typically involves a combination of lifestyle modifications, medication, and regular monitoring of symptoms and complications.

5 ways to manage PCOS Fatigue

5 ways to manage PCOS Fatigue

Are you tired of being tired all the time? And is it because of your PCOS? Living with PCOS is a challenging journey, and there are various reasons why it causes fatigue. But if you already understand those reasons, working on them is more accessible. Read more on: Suspecting PCOS? 5 tips for managing fatigue If you have been searching for ways to manage fatigue with PCOS, then look no more! Our blog has everything you need to know to…

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What causes fatigue during PCOS?

What causes fatigue during PCOS?

PCOS is a condition that affects the endocrine glands, causing an overall hormonal imbalance. This leads to abnormal development of the ovaries, often producing too much or too little estrogen and progesterone resulting in acne, excess facial or body hair, and many other symptoms. Read more: PCOS awareness Fatigue is one of the most common symptoms seen with PCOS because when you have PCOS, you experience irregular periods and high and low estrogen levels throughout your menstrual cycle, which can…

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Eating right for Cysters! How nutrition helps with PCOS

Eating right for Cysters! How nutrition helps with PCOS

Eating right is crucial for general well-being for everyone but becomes even more important when you’re dealing with a chronic ailment like PCOS. The good news is that most of the symptoms of PCOS can be reversed with the right nutrition! Eating right and on time can balance out your hormones, regularize your period cycle, reduce insulin resistance and improve your metabolic rate. When it comes to dietary advice for women with PCOS — the internet is abundant with information…

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6 Things people with PCOS want you to know

6 Things people with PCOS want you to know

If you're here because someone close to you has PCOS, you're doing good. You must understand that people with PCOS do not find it easy to communicate about their struggles with the condition, which also impacts relationships and sex drive. Taking a proactive step to understand what living with PCOS looks like can be extremely beneficial. Symptoms of PCOS can prevent them from doing many things that might be easy for people who do not have the condition. If you're…

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Busting Common PCOS Myths

Busting Common PCOS Myths

With a chronic ailment affecting one in every 5 women, come misjudged assumptions, myths, misplaced beliefs and whatnot. It can often be difficult to navigate a chronic ailment based on what people close to us say and supposedly benign advice which can potentially be completely unscientific. This is why we felt the need to collate some of the most commonly heard myths (to the extent that they are assumed to be true) to clear the air. Myth 1: PCOS is…

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5 Asanas every woman with PCOS must add to her routine

5 Asanas every woman with PCOS must add to her routine

There is no doubt that exercise and yoga can help regulate hormonal imbalances. Yoga is an excellent way to decrease testosterone levels and alleviate symptoms of anxiety and depression in women with PCOS. Engaging in daily exercise is crucial to help balance hormones, and manage blood sugar levels and insulin levels. Moreover, yoga can help with building strength, boosting metabolism and managing weight. Here are 5 simple yoga routines all women with PCOS must add to their routine to ensure…

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Nutrition

Nutrition can play a key role in managing PCOS symptoms, with a focus on a balanced diet that includes healthy fats, lean protein, and complex carbohydrates.

Eating right for Cysters! How nutrition helps with PCOS

Eating right for Cysters! How nutrition helps with PCOS

Eating right is crucial for general well-being for everyone but becomes even more important when you’re dealing with a chronic ailment like PCOS. The good news is that most of the symptoms of PCOS can be reversed with the right nutrition! Eating right and on time can balance out your hormones, regularize your period cycle, reduce insulin resistance and improve your metabolic rate. When it comes to dietary advice for women with PCOS — the internet is abundant with information…

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Busting Common PCOS Myths

Busting Common PCOS Myths

With a chronic ailment affecting one in every 5 women, come misjudged assumptions, myths, misplaced beliefs and whatnot. It can often be difficult to navigate a chronic ailment based on what people close to us say and supposedly benign advice which can potentially be completely unscientific. This is why we felt the need to collate some of the most commonly heard myths (to the extent that they are assumed to be true) to clear the air. Myth 1: PCOS is…

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Coffee and PCOS: Can Your Favorite Brew Affect Your Symptoms?

Coffee and PCOS: Can Your Favorite Brew Affect Your Symptoms?

Ah, coffee - the elixir of life for many of us. Whether it’s the first thing we reach for in the morning or a mid-day pick-me-up, there’s no denying that coffee is a staple in our daily routine. But what about those of us with PCOS? Can our love for coffee exacerbate our symptoms? This article will explore the relationship between coffee and PCOS and whether you should reduce your caffeine intake. The Benefits of Coffee for PCOS Contrary to…

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Lifestyle Tips To Manage PCOS

Lifestyle Tips To Manage PCOS

Manging PCOS can be tricky. While the internet is flooded with things to do and avoid — it can be challenging to know what works best for you. No two bodies are alike and thus, the degree or symptoms of PCOS also differ from person to person. Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) could be genetic or environmental factors that could be playing an important role in the pathology of the chronic ailment.  There’s no cure for PCOS, but your symptoms can…

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Are PCOS and Diabetes correlated?

Are PCOS and Diabetes correlated?

PCOS, an endocrinological disorder, can be linked to diabetes. While the link is not proven, women with PCOS have the tendency to get symptoms of diabetes. PCOS causes irregular periods and infertility in women. Experts are not sure of what causes it, but they do know that women who have PCOS have a higher risk of type 2 diabetes, a condition that affects how the body manages blood sugar. It is important to understand both conditions to understand the underlying…

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5 Healthy Breakfasts to Try for PCOS

5 Healthy Breakfasts to Try for PCOS

Eating habits are impacted the most during PCOS. You must determine what triggers your symptoms and how to manage your calorie intake. It's not easy to follow a strict diet immediately, but you can start by gradually adding healthy and easy things to make. Now breakfast is one of the most important meals of the day, so starting with a healthy breakfast can be an excellent way to begin your PCOS diet. In this blog, we have listed 5 healthy…

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Fertility

Fertility can be affected by PCOS due to irregular periods and ovulation, but treatment options such as medications and assisted reproductive technologies can improve the chances of conception.

PCOS and Libido: Understanding the Connection and Ways to Improve It

PCOS and Libido: Understanding the Connection and Ways to Improve It

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal disorder that affects millions of women worldwide. It can cause a range of symptoms, including irregular periods, weight gain, acne, and hair growth. One lesser-known symptom of PCOS is a decreased libido, which can have a significant impact on a woman's quality of life. In this article, we'll explore the connection between PCOS and libido and discuss ways to improve libido. The Connection between PCOS and Libido PCOS can have a significant impact…

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