How to outvote PCOS- Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome

According to a Mumbai survey, one in five women in the city (within the reproductive age) runs the risk of suffering from PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome) -A hormonal condition that causes cysts to develop around the ovaries and throws ovulation out of sync. It can also lead to infertility.

Australian author and PCOS expert, Dr Rebecca Harwin, says the condition is lifestyle-related. Sudden weight gain due to excessive sugar intake (which makes one insulin-resistant), toxic junk food, stress and erratic sleep habits are just a few causes. "Chemicals in pesticides sprayed on fruits and vegetables can also lead to hormonal imbalance ultimately causing PCOS," she says.

Harwin, who has written several books on the condition, was diagnosed with PCOS at 17. Her symptoms were classic -weight gain, acne, mood swings, hot flashes, fatigue and low self-esteem. "I didn't have a natural period, or ovulate for more than 15 years," she recalls.

After years of medication and numerous consultations with specialists, Harwin decided to look beyond the standard PCOS protocols that included birth control pills, insulin-sensitising medications, ovulation induction, anti-androgen medicines. Many of these can prove ineffective and, at times, toxic for the body, she says.

Harwin's research into the subject revealed that several lifestyle modifications can offer a natural path to recovery. Her book, Conquer Your PCOS Naturally, offers insights.

Exercise regularly
Exercise helps you shed excess weight, correspondingly boosting metabolism and improving insulin sensitivity. "You could walk and lift weights, take a Pilates class or run on the treadmill. Do it for five days a week for 30 minutes," she says.

Magical Magnesium
Research has found that magnesium deficiency in the body is directly linked to the disorder. Go for gluten free whole grains, green leafy veggies, legumes, nuts, sesame and sunflower seeds to up your magnesium intake. However, Harwin warns that for many, food intake is not enough. Here, supplements like Isotonix Magnesium can help.

Beating stress
Anxiety and depression cause hormones to be released into the blood.Hence, stress plays a detrimental role in causing and accelerating symptoms of the disorder. Stress and PCOS can both reduce fertility, gut function, and mental clarity.Both cause weight gain, adversely alter food choices and hinder regular exercise. Reducing stress helps flick the hormonal switch back in your favour. Listen to soothing music, and get adequate sleep.

Packing in calcium
Both calcium and Vitamin D help maintain the female anatomy. Cod liver oil, eggs, salmon, mackerel, tuna and whole-fat yoghurt or other dairy products are good food sources of Vitamin D. Calcium can be found in kale, turnip, collard, and mustard greens.

Sign up for yoga
Yoga for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome is a powerful strategy. Regular practise can help weight loss, anxiety, depression, detoxification, stress reduction and general wellbeing.Yoga can also help reduce muscle aches, pains and adhesion that plague patients suffering from PCOS.

Addressing Hypothyroidism
A sluggish thyroid is more common in women with PCOS. It can cause weight gain, difficulty losing extra kilos, lack of ovulation and infertility. PCOS and hypothyroidism commonly occur together and can be due to an autoimmune response or nutritional deficiencies. Depending on the cause, one can opt for a course of treatment and follow the recommended diet depending on the severity of the condition.

First signs of type 2 diabetes PCOS
can be a red flag for the on set of Type 2 diabetes. A part of the problem with PCOS is high in sulin resistance. Resistance in creases insulin levels in the body.

This affects normal ovulation, or limits the maturation process of the released egg, which affects fertility and the ability to conceive.
 Women who are insulin resistant are four to five times more likely to suffer a miscarriage since the insulin imbalance makes it difficult for the embryo to attach properly to the uterus. 

THIS IS ONLY FOR INFORMATION, ALWAYS CONSULT YOU PHYSICIAN BEFORE HAVING ANY PARTICULAR FOOD/ MEDICATION/EXERCISE/OTHER REMEDIES.








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