PCOS: Beyond the Diagnosis
PCOS affects up to 1 in 10 women of reproductive age. It's a complex metabolic disorder with multiple drivers.
The 4 Types of PCOS
- Insulin-Resistant PCOS (Most Common) — high insulin stimulates excess androgens
- Inflammatory PCOS — chronic inflammation drives androgen production
- Adrenal PCOS — elevated DHEA-S linked to chronic stress
- Post-Pill PCOS — temporary androgen surge after stopping birth control
Root Causes We Address
- Insulin resistance — blood sugar management
- Gut dysbiosis — microbiome restoration
- Chronic inflammation — anti-inflammatory diet and supplements
- Stress and cortisol — adaptogenic support
- Environmental toxins — endocrine disruptor elimination
- Nutrient deficiencies — inositol, zinc, vitamin D, omega-3s
Also read: Estrogen dominance symptoms & detox | Hormone imbalance in women
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