Polycystic ovary syndrome

What Is Polycystic ovary syndrome?

Polycystic ovarian syndrome is a condition in which a woman’s levels of the sex hormones (estrogen and progesterone) are imbalanced. This results in the growth of ovarian cysts ( benign masses on ovaries). It can affect a woman’s fertility, menstrual cycle and cardiac function.

Polycystic ovarian syndrome can also be caused by insulin resistance, i.e., your body is not able to use insulin well.

What Are The Symptoms Of Polycystic ovary syndrome?

Abnormal or no mensuration, irregular mensuration, spotting, acne, oily skin, weight gain.

What Are The Causes Of Polycystic ovary syndrome?

Causes of PCOS are largely unknown, though genetic conditions seem to play an important role.

What Are The Things One Should Do To Manage Polycystic ovary syndrome?

• Manage your weight if you are overweight. Even 5 per cent of weight loss can result in significant improvement in PCOS.
• De-stress, meditate as women with PCOS can develop high-stress levels due to problems associated with the Polycystic ovarian syndrome.
• Take care of what you eat.
• Some women may experience troubled sex life. Stay positive and discuss the way-out with your partner.
• Take full sleep.

What Are The Things One Should Avoid To Manage Polycystic ovary syndrome?

• Don’t’ smoke.
• Don’t be lazy. Exercise.
• Don’t skip your doctor’s appointment.
• Don’t lose track of your periods and missed periods can increase the risk of endometrial cancer.
• Don’t ignore symptoms of depression.

What Are The Best Foods For Polycystic ovary syndrome?

• High-fibre foods like cruciferous vegetables like broccoli, cauliflower, pumpkin, green and red peppers, beans, berries, lentils, almonds, sweet potatoes.
• Lean protein sources like chicken, tofu, and fish. They don’t provide fibre but are very filling and hence a healthy diet for women with PCOS.
• Foods that help in reducing inflammation like kale, spinach, tomatoes, almonds, walnuts, olive oil, fruits like blueberries, strawberries, fatty fish high in omega-3 fatty acids like salmon and sardines.

What Are The Worst Foods For Polycystic ovary syndrome?

• Refined carbohydrates exacerbate insulin resistance and cause inflammation, hence should be avoided.
• Foods in this category are:
• White bread, muffins, sugary desserts, breakfast pastries, white potatoes, items made with white flour, pasta noodles.
• Sugar and sugary drinks, like soda and juice, are carbohydrate and should be avoided.
• Inflammation-causing foods like margarine, French fries, and red or processed meats.

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