PCOD
“PCOS – CAN’T WE BE FRIENDS “??
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome or disease (PCOS/PCOD) is a hormonal disorder that affects women in their reproductive age. PCOS is a common health condition that affects teen and young women it is seen in 3 out of 10 women in their childbearing age.
SYMPTOMS:
- Hair loss
- Hirsutism
- Pelvic pain
- Infertility
- Overweight
- Irregular periods
- Fatigue
- High testosterone levels
- Acne
CAUSES:
- Liver dysfunction
- Hypothyroidism
- Stress
- Being overweight
- Insulin resistance
How PCOS Diagnosed??
- Physical exam
- Pelvic exam
- Pelvic sonography
- Blood test
PCOS Myth Busting
- Menopause or having hysterectomy does not cure PCOS
- PCOS cannot be cured by diet alone
- You don’t have to be overweight to suffer PCOS
- PCOS does not discriminate based on age
The best PCOS diet:
AVOID DAIRY
• Dairy can increase oestrogen & inflammation in the body
INCREASE LEAN PROTEIN
• Protein can help stabilize blood sugar
GET ENOUGH FIBER
• Fibre helps balance hormones and stabilize blood sugar
GO- GLUTEN FREE • Gluten increase inflammation in the body
REDUCE SUGAR
• Sugar increase inflammation and insulin resistance.
