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Oana PCOS blog
Welcome to our dedicated PCOS blog, your trusted source for insightful articles on Polycystic Ovary Syndrome. Here, we dive deeply into understanding the symptoms, causes, and uncover the latest advancements in PCOS treatments.
How Healthy Fats Improve Insulin Sensitivity
Learn how monounsaturated and omega‑3 fats improve insulin sensitivity, reduce inflammation, and help manage PCOS and diabetes risk through simple diet swaps.
How Insulin Resistance Links PCOS and Fasting
How intermittent fasting can lower insulin, reduce androgens, improve ovulation and weight in many women with PCOS — with cautious, personalized medical oversight.
Patient Outcomes for Metformin in PCOS
Metformin improves menstrual regularity, reduces insulin resistance, and boosts ovulation and fertility in many women with PCOS.
How Cardio Helps Balance Androgens in PCOS
Regular cardio boosts insulin sensitivity, lowers testosterone and raises SHBG to ease PCOS symptoms; aim for 30–60 minutes, 3–5 times weekly.
Can BHRT Regrow Thinning Hair?
How BHRT can slow hormone-related thinning, who benefits, expected timelines (3–12+ months), complementary treatments, and safety considerations.
PCOS Patients Share Experiences with GLP-1 Medications
Patient accounts on semaglutide and tirzepatide for PCOS: weight loss, better insulin control and restored cycles — with common digestive side effects and medical oversight needed.
Best PCOS Apps for Tracking Weight Loss Progress
Compare four top PCOS apps for tracking weight loss, symptoms, insulin-related tools, gamification, community, and pricing to find the best fit.
PCOS Androgen Excess: Fertility Solutions
How androgen excess in PCOS hinders ovulation — and practical solutions: weight loss, low‑GI diet, exercise, inositol, letrozole, metformin, and IVF options.
Spearmint Tea for PCOS Hair Loss
Two cups of spearmint tea daily may lower testosterone in women with PCOS, helping reduce hair thinning and hirsutism over several months.
Topical Minoxidil Side Effects: Systemic Absorption Risks
How topical minoxidil can be systemically absorbed, warning signs like rapid heartbeat or swelling, and practical steps to reduce risk or seek alternatives.
Clomiphene Citrate: Dosage for PCOS Patients
Clomiphene guidelines for PCOS: start 50 mg daily on cycle day 5 for 5 days; expect ovulation in 5–10 days, with monitoring, dose titration to 150 mg, and cycle limits.
GLP-1 Medications and PCOS: Fertility Benefits
GLP‑1 receptor agonists can restore ovulation and boost natural pregnancy rates in women with PCOS by reducing insulin resistance, androgens, and weight.
