Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) affects 4% to 18% of reproductive-aged women and is associated with reproductive, metabolic and psychological dysfunction. Obesity worsens the presentation of PCOS and weight management (weight loss, maintenance or prevention of excess weight gain) is proposed as an initial treatment strategy, best achieved through lifestyle changes incorporating diet, exercise and behavioural interventions.

Here are a few lifestyle changes that you can make to manage your PCOS well :

  1. Pack Protein Rich Snacks : Try trail mix with a piece of fruit, gluten-free crackers or sliced apples with single serving packets of almond butter, or hard boiled eggs, single serving packets of organic hummus and veggie sticks.
  2. Remember Your Supplements : In addition to following your usual regime, use specialised supplements. Speak to your doctor to know which supplements is good for you.
  3. Stick to a Healthy Breakfast : Breakfast sets the tone for the day and can moderate your blood sugar. Mix rolled oats, nuts, dried fruits,s needs, cinnamon, nutmeg and a little coconut sugar in single serving sandwich bags. Add hot water in a paper cup or mug and enjoy it anywhere.
  4. Hydrate : Bring a BPA-free water bottle and keep it filled. You can also add apple cider vinegar. sliced lemons, or berries to your water.
  5. Move it : Stretch, skip. 

Lifestyle intervention improves body composition, hyperandrogenism (high male hormones and clinical effects) and insulin resistance in women with PCOS. These suggestions are not a substitute for the treatment or medication suggested by your doctor. For any further details contact your gynaecologist.

10 responses to “Tips for Living with PCOS”

  1. When I was 15, I was told I had it but now at 23 my doctors aren’t sure. My story is on my blog..

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    1. I will check your blog 🙂

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  2. Quite informative, thanks for sharing.

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    1. Thank you. I am glad you liked it. It is easy to have a normal life with PCOS.

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      1. It was quite interesting and informative.

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  3. Thanks for the tips! Dietary changes and exercise sure help a lot.!!

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    1. You are most welcome. I am glad you are liking my tips. Share them with your patients as well if you want. They are simple and easy to understand. Awareness is the first step to learning.

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      1. Sure Garima! I’m an orthodontist by the way, not a medical doc 😃, but yeah we deal with patients all the same! Keep going! 😊

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