One of the symptoms of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is obesity or weight gain and Weight loss can be quite challenging for women with polycystic ovary syndrome. It can, however, be achieved through dietary changes and a good exercise program.

I recently found an article which outlined 6 good dieting tips to help control and manage polycystic ovary syndrome.

1. Eat quality carbohydrates.
2. Eat smaller meals and add healthy snacks.
3. Include healthy proteins in your diet.
4. Increase your fibre intake.
5. Include flax oil.
6. Allow time for daily exercise.

If you’d like to read the full article, you can view it here: Proper nutrition essential in treating polycystic ovary syndrome

If you would like to learn more about how to cure PCOS and your ovarian cysts with a great natural treatment plan, please visit http://Ovarian-Cyst-Relief.com

Until next time,

-Julie

I’ve done a lot of research on polycystic ovarian syndrome and ovarian cysts and natural treatments to help alieviate the pain associated with PCOS and even cure cysts. Recently I found an excellent book called Natural Ovarian Cyst Relief Secrets which has helped me to reduce my cysts and also achieve a pain free life.

I would love to share all the information and tips that I have found on this blog to help other women with PCOS also acheive a cyst free, pain free life!

I hope you find this blog helpful!

Julie

Sometimes Polycystic Ovarian Symdrome can be difficult to diagnose because the symptoms can vary from women to women.

What Are the Symptoms of PCOS?
The most common symptoms of PCOS is irregular menstural cycles. Other symptoms also include:

Evidence of extra male hormones (determined by clinical examination and blood tests)
Numerous cysts found on the ovaries (which can be found through an ultrasound)
Obesity
Insulin resistance and acanthosis nigricans
borderline diabeties
excess hair on the face and body
infertility
acne
skin tags
thinning of hair on the scalp
pelvic discomfort
High blood pressure

How is PCOS diagnosed?
Many doctors diagnose polycystic ovarian syndrome based on the symptoms listed above; however, a confirmed diagnosis requires blood testing for a variety of hormones which are produced by the ovaries, as well as the adrenal glands, pituitary gland, and thyroid gland. A complete evaluation for the syndrome also includes a full physical examination and laboratory testing for cholesterol, trygliceride, glucose, and insulin. A reproductive endocrinologist is the most qualified doctor to accurately diagnose PCOS.

What treatments are available for women with polycystic ovary syndrome?
Treatment of PCOS depends on the symptoms that are being experienced by the individual woman and whether fertility is an issue. If the women is not interested in becoming pregnant, oral contraceptives are effective for regulating menstrual cycles; reducing the level of male hormones; and minimizing the risks of uterine cancer.

Other common treatments for the symptoms of polycystic ovary syndrome include:

Losing weight if you are overweight or obese
Progestins (synthetic progesterones)
Oral contraceptives
Insulin-sensitizing anti-diabetes drugs like metformin
Anti-androgens
GnRH analogs
Fertility therapy with ovulation-inducing drugs
Surgical therapy

If you would like to learn about how to cure PCOS and your ovarian cysts with a great natural treatment plan, please visit http://Ovarian-Cyst-Relief.com

Until next time,

-Julie