PCOS (Polycystic ovary syndrome)polycystic means `many cysts`, if you have PCOS you develop many small follicles (cysts) in your ovaries.
With PCOS sufferers the balance of hormones that body makes in the ovaries is altered. They tend to make more testosterone (male hormone) than is normal.
The symptoms of PCOS include:
- Period problems
- Fertility problems
- Hair growth (hirsute)
- Acne
- Thinning of scalp hair
- Weight gain
- Depression
A healthy lifestyle is important to help with the symptoms.
You should follow some simple guidelines:
- Don’t smoke.
- Eat a healthy diet.
- Exercise regularly.
- Lose weight if you are overweight or obese.
How can EatatEase help?
Learn which foods you should be choosing and how a personal e-consultation can benefit you. Our continuous support will help you to understand the changes that you can make toy our diet and give you the confidence to make them.
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