Natural Remedies To Alleviate Symptoms Of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
In women, polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is one of the most commonly known hormonal endocrine disorder. In this condition, small fluid-filled sacs developed on the ovaries. Also, it has been linked to the development of various conditions like high blood pressure, high cholesterol, heart disease, insulin resistance, and Type 2 diabetes.
Most Common Symptoms of PCOS
Have growing hair in unexpected places – You get hair grown around your nipples, on your chest, face, the inside of your thighs, and your belly.
Experiencing Headaches – Due to hormonal changes, some women may experience headaches.
You are breaking out – you have acne on areas like the face, chest, and upper back.
Darkening of the skin – you may experience stubborn dark patches of the skin under your breasts, on the neck, and in the groin.
Male-pattern baldness – Hair on the scalp gets thinner and falls out.
Trouble getting pregnant – Your body's ability to ovulate normally (essential for pregnancy to occur) is affected by the hormonal imbalance.
Weight gain – About 80 percent of women with PCOS are overweight or obese.
Heavy bleeding – The uterine lining takes longer to build up, so the periods a woman with PCOS gets are heavier than normal.
Though the exact cause of PCOS remains unidentified, there are natural remedies that can help you deal with some of the symptoms.
Increase Your Chromium
Some of the foods that contain chromium are broccoli, mashed potatoes, dried basil, turkey breast, orange juice, green beans, and dried garlic.
Saw Palmetto
It is suggested that one should take daily saw palmetto supplement of about 250 to 350 milligrams to prevent testosterone from being converted into dihydrotestosterone, which causes hair growth in women with PCOS.
However, saw palmetto should not be taken on an empty stomach and by women who are breastfeeding or pregnant.
Decrease AGEs
Insulin-Controlled Diet
By following this kind of diet, your insulin levels won’t spike dramatically, thereby enabling you to manage symptoms associated with PCOS.
Load Up On Omega-3s
Additional Vitamin Supplements
Daily intake of zinc supplements (7 milligrams) can also help regulate insulin, balance blood sugar, and control appetite. Zinc-rich food can also be consumed – seeds, nuts, legumes, shellfish, eggs.
You can also take B-vitamin complex to help control weight and balance blood.
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