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Found 11 posts matching "pcos nutrition"

Feb 11, 2025

3 min read

Fuelling Your Heart and Hormonal Health with Fibre

We need to talk about this nutrient WAY more for heart and hormone health: FIBRE (or, fiber if you're American)!

Jan 23, 2025

4 min read

Don't Snooze on These 6 Sleep Teas to Get Your ZZZs

Struggling with sleep disruptions during? These can be common before your period, during PMS symptoms, in perimenopause, and even if you have PCOS. Herbs can be powerful allies to naturally combat insomnia, soothe the nervous system, and help reclaim your restful nights.

Oct 28, 2024

4 min read

Do you have "cortisol face"?

Understanding cortisol face: separating fact from social media hype and exploring the truth behind facial changes and stress hormones.

Sep 29, 2024

2 min read

AMH (Anti-Mullerian Hormone), Ovarian Reserve, and PCOS

Let's talk about the typical advice PCOS patients often receive - 'just eat less and move more.' Mild weight loss can be helpful for anovulatory menstrual cycles and metabolic health, but this advice is often super unhelpful.

Sep 10, 2024

2 min read

PCOS Progesterone Withdrawal Challenge

As someone with PCOS, you might've missed your periods many consecutive months in a row. If this happens, there's some steps to take so that you're decreasing your risk of a condition called endometrial hyperplasia.

Aug 3, 2024

3 min read

Tips for Advocating in Your Family Doctor's Office

Practical strategies for effectively advocating for your health needs during medical appointments.

Jul 17, 2024

4 min read

PCOS: Beyond the "Eat Less, Move More" advice from doctors

Let’s talk about the typical advice PCOS patients often receive: "just eat less and move more.” Mild weight loss can be helpful for anovulatory menstrual cycles and metabolic health, but this advice is often super unhelpful.

Jul 4, 2024

2 min read

What's the root cause of my PCOS, PMDD, endometriosis?

Ever caught yourself wondering, "Why me?" When it comes to health and disease, it's a question that pops up frequently. When you're facing a complex condition like PCOS or endometriosis, the curiosity to understand the root cause is pretty natural. Read on to learn more.

Apr 23, 2024

2 min read

Premenstrual Disorders, PMDD and PME: What can they look like?

PMDD was long grouped with PMS or as a severe form of PMS. But, these are not the same. April is premenstrual disorder awareness month. The two types of premenstrual disorders are: Both of these conditions are severe and cause major disruption in life.

Sep 12, 2022

3 min read

PCOS Frequently Asked Questions (& Answers!) – Part I

I answer questions about PCOS on a daily basis in my practice. PCOS patients make up the majority of my practice. As someone with PCOS, I'm constantly learning about PCOS (and unlearning some old info) and refining my knowledge as more and more research comes out. In this post, I've answered some of the most common questions I get about PCOS.

Feb 9, 2021

4 min read

Insulin: Let's Talk About Blood Sugar Regulation & Heart Health

Understanding insulin's role in blood sugar regulation, heart health, and metabolic function, with practical tips for maintaining healthy insulin levels