Understanding PCOD & PCOS
PCOD is a hormonal imbalance due to the production of immature eggs in ovaries. It can be easily treated with lifestyle changes.
PCOS is a metabolic disorder, and a more severe form of PCOD can lead to anovulation, where ovaries stop releasing eggs. It can be treated only with hormonal medications.
PCOS/PCOD is a common health disorder that affects one out of ten women of childbearing age; sadly, the ratio is increasing.
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Common Signs Women Experience During PCOS / PCOD
The physical exam checks your thyroid gland, skin, hair, breasts, and belly. You will have a blood pressure check and a pelvic exam to find out if you have enlarged or abnormal ovaries. Your doctor can also check your body mass index (BMI)
Symptoms
It’s important to note that every single woman with PCOS/PCOD will have a different experience and a completely different set of symptoms. That means you may have all of the symptoms listed below or just a few, and perhaps you may also have others that aren’t listed here, which is entirely normal.
The most common symptoms are
- Irregular or missing periods
- Polycystic ovaries
- Acne or oily skin
- Excess hair growth (hirsutism) on the face, stomach & back.
- Weight gain (particularly around the middle)
- Delay/difficulty in getting pregnant
- Skin tags
- Darkening patches of skin
- Food cravings
- Anxiety
- Fatigue
Causes of PCOD/ PCOS
The cause of PCOD/PCOS is unknown. However, most experts think that several factors:
Genetics could play a role. Women with PCOD/ PCOS are more likely to have a mother or sister with PCOD/PCOS
Hormonal Imbalance
A main underlying problem with PCOD/PCOS is a hormonal imbalance. In women with PCOS, the ovaries make more androgens than average. Androgens are male hormones that females also make. High levels of these hormones affect the development and release of eggs during ovulation.
Insulin
Researchers also think insulin may be linked to PCOD/ PCOS. Insulin is a hormone that controls the change of sugar, starches, and other food into energy for the body to use or store. Many women with POCD/PCOS have too much insulin in their bodies because they have problems using it. Excess insulin appears to increase the production of androgen. High androgen levels can lead to Acene, excessive hair growth & issues with ovulation.
Lifestyle Disorders
Recent studies have demonstrated that your level of stress, exercise, sleep quality, alcohol consumption, and smoking status all affect PCOD/PCOS symptoms. For instance, long-term stress has been linked to increased blood sugar, insulin resistance, and, ultimately, a worsening of hormonal issues.
Managing Weight Gain and Hormonal Imbalance in PCOD / PCOS
The hormone insulin, which typically aids in converting food sugars and carbohydrates into energy, is more complex for the body to use when PCOD/PCOS is present. Insulin and glucose can accumulate in the bloodstream due to this disease, known as insulin resistance.
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Male hormones known as androgens are produced more significantly when insulin levels are heightened; symptoms of high androgen levels include weight gain. The weight gain usually occurs in the belly since male hormones cause it. Men typically bear the burden there. Therefore, women with PCOD/PCOS have more of an apple form rather than a pear shape.
The most harmful type of fat is abdominal fat. This is because it is linked to a higher risk of heart disease and other illnesses.
Diet & PCOD/PCOS
You might have tried numerous methods to reduce the symptoms, including supplements or shortcuts from social media, friends & relatives, that might have worked for them. The problem is there is NO one-right diet, PCOD PCOS, and you don’t have the time to try all of the conflicting information yourself, which leaves you feeling overwhelmed and frustrated.
A personalised approach to Nutrition & healthy lifestyle can be a powerful tool when addressing PCOD/ PCOS. It can increase energy, improve mood, and improve overall health.
PCOD/PCOS may benefit from
- A well-balanced diet
- Whole grains
- High fiber foods
- Lean protein
- Healthy fats
- Eat more anti-inflammatory foods
Weight Loss For PCOD / PCOS Women by Simple Home Meal Plan
At Diettrim, we guide through PCOD/ PCOS management with simple home-based food & lifestyle changes. Our qualified dietitian creates a custom healthy eating plan from your daily meals. Following a diet that meets a person's nutritional needs, maintains a healthy weight, and promotes good insulin levels can help people with PCOD/PCOS feel better.
Our focus is on helping you achieve balanced nutrition through your everyday meals from your way of eating.
Weightloss
Weight loss with PCOD/PCOS is, of course, challenging, but it's not impossible . Even a small percentage of weight loss can bring significant change.
While weight management is essential to PCOD/PCOS management, our program takes a simple action plan that addresses the diverse needs of individuals with weight loss.
Beyond Weight loss, We focus on step-wise action plans:
- Balancing Blood Sugar Levels : Emphasizing whole, nutrient-dense foods and minimizing refined sugars and carbohydrates to stabilize blood sugar levels and reduce insulin resistance.
- Supporting Hormonal Balance : Incorporating foods rich in antioxidants, omega-3 fatty acids, and fibre to help regulate hormone levels and reduce inflammation associated with PCOD/PCOS.
- Promoting Gut Health : Encouraging the consumption of probiotic-rich foods and fiber to support gut health and enhance digestion, as imbalances in gut microbiota have been linked to PCOD/PCOS.
- Managing Stress : Providing strategies for stress management, as chronic stress can exacerbate PCOD/PCOS symptoms by increasing cortisol levels and disrupting hormone balance
- Sleep : Guidance on establishing a relaxing bedtime routine to enhance restful sleep.
- Physical activity : Providing simple ways to stay active and improve calorie burn.
Our Plans for you
- Get a free consultation on call.
- We assess your journal.
- Start with an action plan.
- Get your daily meal plates tracked.
- 1:1 review with a qualified dietitian biweekly.
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