PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome)
What is PCOS?
The ‘cysts’ in PCOS are not really cysts but multiple follicles. An average woman will grow from 12-20 egg follicles a month. They increase in size and usually one reaches maturity and is ovulated into the fallopian tube. The test of the growing follicles degenerate. In PCOS many follicles, sometimes hundred grow before ovulation. On the ultrasound they can appear like a ‘bunch of grapes’ or ‘string of pearls’.
In PCOS there is trouble with regular ovulation given that many follicles are competing for growth and maturation. This can cause delayed ovulation and irregular periods. It can also affect the quality of eggs produced.
PCOS can cause infertility due to irregular ovulation and poorer quality eggs. However, it is extremely responsive to changes in the diet.
There tends to be insulin resistance in people with PCOS so reducing carbs and sugar has a profoundly positive effect on symptoms.
The Natural Approach plan of action
A well-balanced diet can greatly reduce symptoms of PCOS. Reducing refined carbs and sugars is very useful. Making sure diet is well balanced with many different colours vegetables and fruits immensely helps.
Working with your doctor and nutritionist can help live with PCOS with much reduced symptoms.

Symptoms of PCOS
Increase of weight
Acne
Irregular periods
Heavy body hair
Mood swings
Fertility problems
Miscarriage
Type II Diabetes
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safi
Very helpful useful and full of important notes .. thx great dr suki❤
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