To How Help PCOS Naturally – 010

Polycystic ovarian syndrome is a common condition I see in my practice and hear about online.  I talked about how to help yourself heal from this naturally in episode 10 of The Ali Damron Show.

Symptoms:

• Classically  cysts on ovaries
• Irregular periods or no periods (amenorrhea)
• Infertilty
• Weight gain
• Acne
• Insulin resistance
• Increased testosterone levels
• Excess hair growth
• Baldness or thinning hair
• Fatigue
• Decreased sex drive

Lifestyle Factors to Help:

• Eat foods low on the glycemic index and low in sugar
• Eliminate toxin exposure (artificial sweeteners, pesticides, preservatives, etc.)
• Eat anti-inflammatory foods
  • Grass fed/pasture raised meat
  • Wild salmon (fish)
  • Nuts and seeds such as chia, hemp, flax, almond and walnuts
  • Unrefined oils/fats – coconut oil, olive oil and avocado
  • Turmeric
• Support the adrenal glands by removing:
  • Alcohol and caffeine in high amounts
  • Most sources of sugar and sweeteners such as high fructose corn syrup, refined carbohydrates and packaged sweet products)
  • Processed foods
  • Hydrogenated and refined vegetable oils (soybean and canola)
  • Conventional dairy and gluten.
• Acupuncture
• Reduce stress
• Take adaptogenic herbs to help promote hormone balance and protect from cortisol, increase thyroid function, decrease cholesterol, reduce anxiety and depression and support against PCOS symptoms.
• Get enough sleep
• Exercise

Supplements That Can Help:

I always recommend talking with a healthcare provider before taking supplements to get the correct dosages.

1. Inositol
2. Folate
3. Vitamin D
4. Fish Oil
5. N-Acetylcysteine (NAC)

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