Reversing PCOS: 5 expert-backed tips to manage the condition
If you are suffering from PCOS, you need to make healthy changes in your lifestyle to manage your symptoms. These tips by Dr. Parul Sathe, Consultant - Obstetrician & Gynaecologist, Motherhood Hospital, Kharghar will help you lead a healthy life.
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Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal disorder affecting one in ten women in India. The symptoms of PCOS range from infrequent, irregular, or prolonged periods, high level of male hormones, facial and body hair, severe acne, to even male-pattern baldness. Women with PCOS may find it difficult to conceive because of irregular periods and ovarian cysts. While there is no cure for PCOS, its symptoms can be managed by following healthy lifestyle. Dr. Parul Sathe, Consultant - Obstetrician & Gynaecologist, Motherhood Hospital, Kharghar suggests tips to manage PCOS.(Pixabay)
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Exercise: Exercising will help you to enhance the frequency of menstrual cycles along with ovulation. Do cardio, strength training, or yoga every day to regulate your hormones and fight insulin sensitivity, boost fertility and build muscle mass, says Dr Sathe.(Pexels)
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Meditation: Calm down by meditating or doing what you like. Practicing Pranayama can help reduce the stress and also balance hormones better.(Pixabay)
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De-stress: It will be advisable for you to de-stress by dancing, singing, listening to music or doing gardening as stress can further aggravate the problem.(Pixabay)
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Healthy diet: A healthy diet is key to stay fit and fine. Eat vegetables, fruits, fiber, whole grains, and mono and polyunsaturated fats. Reduce the intake of saturated fats. A reduced-carbohydrate diet can be helpful for abdominal fat loss. Add fiber to your diet to lower insulin levels and gut health. Include seeds, berries, legumes, flaxseeds, and whole grains in your diet.(Pixabay)
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