Registered Dietitian
Tallene Hacatoryan, MS, RDN is a Registered Dietitian who was diagnosed with PCOS at 18. After years of low calorie diets and workouts that never moved the scale, she reversed her own symptoms by cutting gluten and dairy and eating to balance her blood sugar. Today she helps a community of over a million Cysters lose weight in a way that works with their PCOS through OvaFit, The Cysterhood app, and the PCOS Weight Loss podcast. She lives with her husband Sirak and their son Arda.
PCOS girlies, this one’s for you! I’ve carefully curated a gift guide to empower every Cyster on a journey to support their hormones, reduce stress, and go confidently into 2024! Taking on PCOS symptoms like cystic acne, fatigue, hair loss, belly fat, and weight gain can seem overwhelming at first. But, it doesn’t have to […]
Both endometriosis and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) are common among women of reproductive age. Plus, since they both have to do with a woman’s reproductive system, there are plenty of endometriosis and PCOS symptoms that overlap. Because of this, women with either PCOS or endometriosis at some point find themselves wondering if they have one […]
There are four types of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), but most women with PCOS fall into the “insulin-resistant” PCOS category. (Find out your type by taking this quiz.) In fact, research shows up to 80% of Cysters are insulin-resistant. This insulin resistance can progress into type-2 diabetes and other long-term complications if left untreated. Plus, […]
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal condition that affects how the ovaries work. The hormonal imbalance leads to a range of symptoms, including hair loss, excess hair growth, insulin resistance, an irregular menstrual cycle, and weight gain. Acne is one of the most dreaded symptoms for people with PCOS and affects a large percentage […]
Does PCOS give you anxiety around food during the holidays? I asked this question on Instagram and got an overwhelming vote of “YES!” …so you’re not alone. I’m gonna tell you a little story about Aunt Becky. Aunt Becky is the person in your family who sits across from you at Christmas dinner. She stares at you […]
Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal disorder that can cause a lot of difficult symptoms for women who have it. Stress itself is a symptom of PCOS, but it’s worsened by the comorbidities and other symptoms of PCOS. From type 2 diabetes and infertility to weight gain and hair loss, Cysters can have it […]
For Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) cysters, the menstrual cycle can be fraught with unpredictability and stress. Irregular periods are one of the most common symptoms that women with PCOS experience, caused by hormone imbalances in the body. This includes excess testosterone – a male hormone that’s also produced in the ovaries. Although some PCOS cysters […]
Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is a metabolic disorder that affects women of reproductive age and is characterized by hormonal imbalances. These hormonal imbalances affect many parts of the body, including the reproductive system. With reproductive system problems, many Cysters face issues with menstrual cycles and fertility. When a Cyster does become pregnant, unfortunately those pregnancies […]
If you’ve been diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), you might be wondering what you can incorporate into your diet to help manage your symptoms. If so, you’ve come to the right place! On the blog and podcast, we talk a lot about the foods, herbs, and even drinks like kombucha and spearmint tea, that […]
Reproductive health actively complicates things. If you’re struggling with fertility and ovulation, you know there are lots of factors that could contribute to your reproductive problems. Nailing down exactly what’s causing the issue can be a challenge. But the right supplements can support your body in improving your fertility, conceiving, and birthing your beautiful baby. […]
