How to reverse pcos?
I was recently diagnosed with PCOS and I'm really struggling with the symptoms. My doctor said it's a chronic condition, but I've heard some people say they 'reversed' it. Is it truly possible to reverse PCOS completely?
I was recently diagnosed with PCOS and I'm really struggling with the symptoms. My doctor said it's a chronic condition, but I've heard some people say they 'reversed' it. Is it truly possible to reverse PCOS completely?
Oh god, when I first saw my ultrasound report with 'polycystic ovaries', I cried thinking my health was ruined forever. But my gynaecologist reassured me that it is just a lifestyle imbalance, not a permanent disease. Once I started sleeping on time and reduced eating junk food, my periods became regular again. Don't worry at all, it is very manageable.
Listen to me, don't buy into those expensive 'PCOS reversal' programs you see on Instagram. It's mostly about consistency with basic things like sleeping on time, reducing stress, and eating balanced meals. Take a deep breath, go see a good endocrinologist, and take it one day at a time. You've got this, okay?
I totally understand how overwhelming this feels, the constant mood swings and weight anxiety can really break you. It is so exhausting when everyone just says 'lose weight' without knowing how hard it actually is. Please be gentle with yourself first, take small steps like drinking more water and getting 8 hours of sleep before trying any major diet.
Beta, in our times we didn't have these names but we kept our hormones balanced by eating fresh seasonal vegetables and staying active. You can try drinking spearmint tea or having a pinch of cinnamon powder in warm water, as they help with insulin. But please keep visiting your doctor and don't rely only on these household tips.
My sister was struggling big time with PCOS last year and was always stressed. I started taking her to the gym with me for strength training and we both cleaned up our diet. Lifting weights and cutting down on sugar literally changed her cycle within four months, so definitely try some strength workouts if you can.
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