While you may no longer need to worry about your cycles, you may still struggle with symptoms of polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) in menopause. On average women enter menopause around age 51, with PCOS women experiencing menopause about two years later compared to women without PCOS. PCOS doesn’t just go away in menopause. In fact, the metabolic and high androgen …
Adrenal PCOS: Holistic Strategies to Manage Stress and PCOS
As many as 30% of those diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) have elevated levels of DHEA-S due to adrenal androgen excess. PCOS is one of the most common endocrine disorders affecting women, with some estimates stating up to 70% of women remain undiagnosed1. Adrenal PCOS Symptoms include: In addition, upwards of 70% of those with PCOS struggle with insulin …
Acne and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Hormone and Skin Care Treatment
In cases of acne and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), acne can appear on the face, neck, chest, and back. Imbalances of androgens, insulin, and inflammation can cause acne to be deep, cystic, and painful. Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a complex hormonal condition that presents with several hormone symptoms beyond cystic acne. For some women, this means weight gain. For …
PCOS Hair Loss Explained: Common Patterns, Triggers, and Treatment Options
Women with PCOS are more than twice as likely1 to experience hair loss compared to non-PCOS women of the same age. That is because PCOS is associated with a higher level of androgens, like testosterone, which plays a central role in PCOS hair loss. Here’s a snapshot of what to know about PCOS and hair: The Link Between PCOS and …
Comprehensive Guide to PCOS Skincare: Expert Strategies for Radiant, Clear Skin
The skin PCOS symptoms of oily skin, hormonal acne, and hirsutism can be some of the most daunting aspects of living with PCOS. There are evidence based ways to effectively approach PCOS skincare to help resolve these symptoms, which is what I’ll be sharing with you in this article. The same hormonal disorders that cause symptoms like irregular menstrual cycles, …
How to Lose Weight With PCOS
Weight gain or difficulty losing weight is a common symptom of polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). Because PCOS has a complex metabolic and reproductive hormone imbalance associated with it, the question of how to lose weight with PCOS is more complicated than the standard “eat less and exercise more” many of us hear. Research1 suggests that losing 5 to 10 percent …
Ozempic for Weight Loss: Side Effects, Benefits, Risks
Ozempic® for weight loss claims are everywhere—the drug that became popular as a celebrity trend and crossed into the mainstream. The big question I get is, does ozempic work for weight loss or is it just another trend? This is especially true for women with PCOS, hypothyroidism, or those going through perimenopause. Ozempic or Semaglutide is used to treat type …
How Coffee Affects Your Health and Hormones
The love for coffee runs long and deep for so many of us. I am a coffee lover, too, so I get it. Aside from enjoying the morning ritual, research1 points to many health benefits of coffee, ranging from brain health to a lower risk of type 2 diabetes. These associations appear to stem from coffee’s antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds. …
PCOS and How to Lower DHEA Levels Naturally
Polycystic ovary syndrome, or PCOS, is the most common endocrine disorder among women of reproductive age. While PCOS presents differently in different women, many experience hormone imbalance, insulin resistance, and fertility challenges. PCOS also has an adrenal component involving DHEA, which is the focus of this article. We’ll cover high DHEA levels, symptoms, causes (including PCOS), and, most importantly, how …