Treat PCOS naturally

Polycystic ovary syndrome, also known as polycystic ovary syndrome, is an endocrine disorder that affects nearly 10% of women of childbearing age. PCOS is characterized by a combination of symptoms such as irregular or absent periods, insulin resistance, acne, hirsutism, hair loss, and weight gain. It is estimated that nearly 70% of women with PCOS have insulin resistance. Insulin resistance, if left untreated, can lead to type 2 diabetes and therefore it is critical to treat insulin resistance once diagnosed.

Women with PCOS with insulin resistance are often prescribed the drug metformin. Metformin is a diabetes medication and has been shown to help women with polycystic ovary syndrome with insulin resistance. However, some people have terrible side effects with metformin and seek natural alternatives to treat insulin resistance.

Apple cider vinegar, if taken orally, has shown promising results for women with PCOS. The reason apple cider works for women with PCOS is that it increases insulin sensitivity and lowers blood sugar levels. To lower blood sugar levels, women with PCOS should eat foods with a low glycemic index. The glycemic index defines the absorption of food in our body. Foods that have a low glycemic index release energy very slowly and therefore make you feel energetic for a long time.

If you have the typical PCOS symptom of irregular periods, consuming carrot and beetroot juice along with some daily exercise will help. Women with PCOS often have liver problems, and therefore the high beta-carotene content of carrots helps the liver to remove toxins from the body. It also helps regulate your periods as excess hormones are removed from your body through the liver.

To treat hair loss associated with PCOS, consuming green tea will help. Hair loss in PCOS is caused by a high level of male hormones called DHT. Testosterone is converted to DHT by an enzyme called 5-alpha reductase. Green tea prevents the conversion of testosterone to DHT, which helps with hair loss.

Another common symptom of PCOS is acne. Acne is caused by high levels of androgens in the body, and the herb Saw Palmetto appears to help reduce androgen levels, which helps with acne.

Above are just a few options available to treat PCOS naturally. Talk to your doctor about the above treatments the next time you visit.