Feeling frustrated by PCOS and its impact on your dreams of getting pregnant? This episode is like sitting in the office of your dream PCOS doctor who will instill hope in your fertility journey! We’re joined by the inspiring Dr. Aviva, a Yale-trained MD, Board Certified Family Physician, Midwife, Herbalist, and NYT Best Selling Author. […]
We dive into the popular topic of going gluten free for PCOS weight loss. Is there solid scientific evidence backing going gluten free for PCOS or is it a fad? We’ll explore the latest research, hear from medical experts, and listen to personal stories from those who have tried a gluten free lifestyle for their […]
Dr. Nadia Pateguana is an empowering force and trusted guide for women with PCOS for over 15 years. As a naturopathic doctor, dietary coach, and author, Dr. Pateguana takes a holistic approach to health, prioritizing her patients’ well-being above all else. In this episode, Dr. Nadia shares how intermittent fasting can be a tool to […]
Why do women with PCOS have higher rates of depression and/or anxiety? Many women with PCOS attribute their depression and anxiety due to concern about physical experiences but there’s more to the story than our physical changes. Having insulin resistance and other hormonal imbalances can interfere with our mental health. It’s been known that the […]
CBD is gaining momentum in the health and wellness world, with some scientific studies confirming it may ease symptoms of ailments like chronic pain and anxiety. Women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) struggle with inflammation, which after it becomes chronic, can lead to depression, diabetes, heart disease, metabolic syndromes, and more! On this episode, we […]
Have you fallen off track during your PCOS journey? Or are you just too overwhelmed to get started? Our goal today is to encourage you and give you the next steps, whether you’ve been doing well on your journey but need a little push to get back on it OR if you are starting your […]
Sonali is an amazing and inspirational Cyster from The Cysterhood! She developed symptoms of PCOS as early as 12 years old but just like many others, was not diagnosed for 10 years. It wasn’t until later that she found The Cysterhood and truly understood what PCOS was and how to manage it. She currently lives […]
Why women with PCOS have a melatonin problem Need naps in the middle of the day? Studies show that women with PCOS are twice as likely as non-PCOS women to struggle with sleep disturbances and 80% have accompanying daytime fatigue. For this episode, we will be talking about how we can change the quality of […]
Why PCOS is so difficult to diagnose Why is it so challenging for women with PCOS to get the healthcare they need? PCOS is just so complex for us to be pushed out of the doctor’s office after only being given a band-aid solution and having so many questions left unanswered. For this episode, we […]
Katie is a fellow Cyster of The Cysterhood and has been gluten and dairy free since June of last year. Before finding us, she struggled with irregular periods, horrible mood swings, and bloating, as I am sure many of you can relate! Katie will be sharing her experience with us on how she lost 20 […]
