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Hypothyroidism vs. PCOS: What’s the Connection?
It is clear that a connection between hypothyroidism and PCOS exists. Both hypothyroidism and PCOS are common endocrine disorders in women. Although they are very different, many of the signs and symptoms are the same. This makes it easy to be misdiagnosed. It is also...
Micronutrients & PCOS: Nutrients important for PCOS management
Are you aware of the importance of micronutrients when discussing PCOS symptom management? In this article, I will discuss what micronutrients are, how they relate to managing PCOS, and what you can do to increase your intake. What are Micronutrients?...
The PCOS and Gut-Brain Health Connection: Do you struggle with gut-brain health?
PCOS and gut-brain health are connected. Gut-brain health is essential to improving symptoms and managing PCOS long-term. What is the “gut”? What is the importance of each part of the gut? The gut refers to the gastrointestinal tract that breaks down and absorbs food....
The Insulin Resistance and PCOS Connection: How to Know if You Have It
What is insulin? Before we dive into the insulin resistance and PCOS connection, let's begin with what the hormone, insulin, does in our bodies. Insulin is an anabolic hormone secreted by the pancreas that helps your body store glucose, protein, and fat. Without...
The 10 Best Simple Snack Ideas for PCOS
Even though snacking has a bad reputation, eating snacks with PCOS isn’t a bad thing. Hear me out! It’s 3pm and you’re starving. You’ve got at least two hours until dinner. What do you do? Wait it out and then scarf down your dinner (a bit too fast and too much), and...
The Best Type of Exercise for Your PCOS
I get the same questions in my DMs all the time: “What is the BEST exercise for PCOS?” My short answer: There isn’t one. PCOS isn’t one-size-fits-all. The better question is “What is the best exercise for ME to support my body with PCOS?” And that depends...
How To Get More Vitamin D for PCOS
Vitamin D is essential for hormone health, and even further it's essential to have adequate vitamin D for PCOS. Below you'll learn what vitamin D does, how it relates to PCOS, and how to ensure you're getting enough. What is Vitamin D? Vitamin D is a fat-soluble...
Why You Need To Track Ovulation With PCOS
Tracking ovulation with PCOS is an essential tool I can every single one of my clients to use. “I really wish someone would have explained all of this to me as a teen”. This is a recurring thought I’ve had for years! I remember almost nothing from the 4th grade...
The Best Tips for PCOS Meal Planning and Prep
I know you can relate to this: standing at the refrigerator with the door open, and asking yourself “what the heck am I going to eat?” The feeling can be exasperated when you’re overwhelmed with confusion and fear surrounding what to eat with PCOS. The answer:...
