A nutrition supplement called Ovasitol can really help people with PCOS? I’ll admit, I was skeptical too-until I tried it. I used to believe that most individuals with PCOS can get their needs met through food and didn’t need to take supplements. It wasn’t until I started researching inositol for a chapter on supplements for my book PCOS: The Dietitian’s Guide, that I saw the evidence first-hand.
Did you hear? The newly released International evidence-based guidelines for the assessment and management of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) were released this week. Designed to provide clear information to assist clinical decision making and support optimal patient care, these guidelines encompass the culmination of the work of over 1,000 health professionals and consumers internationally. These guidelines reflect the newest advancements in PCOS research and offer more insight into better managing and treating PCOS. Here’s what they mean for you.
Emerging research is showing a link between PCOS and autoimmune disorders. This article explores the reasons to the link and what you can do about it.
Have you wondered about the benefits of curcumin for PCOS? Curcumin, a component of turmeric, is a powerful antioxidant with anti-inflammatory properties. Here is what to know about taking curcumin and three big benefits of curcumin for PCOS.
Unless you are living under a rock, you undoubtedly heard about the Ozempic GLP-1 receptor agonist craze. So how do Ozempic and other Glucagon-like peptide 1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs) like Wegovy and Mounjaro, work for people with PCOS who struggle with insulin resistance? And what concerns or risks are there for folks with PCOS who are using these medications? Here’s what to know about GLP-1 RAs and PCOS.
Emerging research is showing that coenzyme Q10 or CoQ10 may offer numerous benefits to people with PCOS, Coenzyme Q10 has been shown to be involved in improving fertility and pregnancy in women with PCOS. Newer research is showing the potential of Q10 to lower testosterone as well as cholesterol and insulin levels. Here’s what to know about Coenzyme Q10 if you have PCOS.
