This article was published in NDNR on the treatment of adrenal androgen excess in women with PCOS, with natural medicine and supplements. The article details an evidence-based approach that addresses the unique and common problem of high DHEA in women with PCOS, which leads to the production of testosterone and problems with ovulation, acne, hirsutism and hair loss.
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PCOS is undiagnosed in 50% of women. Do you wonder if you might have this common condition? Here are the 12 signs to look for to determine if this imbalance may be happening in YOUR body.
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Testosterone is one of the central problems in the treatment of PCOS. A recent study has found that a simple supplement may be of benefit in lowering the excessive amounts of testosterone that are present in the condition.
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Women with PCOS can have differing profiles of androgens. Androgens like testosterone are secreted either by the adrenal glands or the ovary. The source of androgens may have some significant with respect to reproductive, metabolic and cardiovascular outcome. Hormones such as DHEA, or testosterone may be elevated and the ratio between the two may be calculated.
High DHEA and Testosterone in PCOS | Ovary vs Adrenal Androgens Read More »
Insulin Resistance and Fertility: Part 2 Part 2: of Insulin Resistance and Fertility Originally published by Dr. Fiona McCulloch in Naturopathic Currents in September 2013, you can read the original article here. This article has been broken down into a four part series, links to the other parts of this series are listed below: Part
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Acupuncture as alternative to Metformin for PCOS? Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is the most common endocrine disorder in women of childbearing age 1, 2. The signs and symptoms of PCOS are vast, but include disturbances in metabolic parameters (insulin resistance and increased risk for cardiovascular disease), sex hormone imbalances (elevated testosterone, estrogen and LH/FSH ratio), ultrasound
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What causes PCOS ? Some new ideas on an ancient disease and modern women Sometimes I am asked – is PCOS caused by eating too much sugar, unhealthy fat and our sedentary lifestyle? Interestingly, the disease of PCOS does not appear to increase in areas of the world where obesity is more prevalent. This indicates
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Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS): is the most common reproductive disorder in women and is often associated with infertility. The main aspects of this disease include anovulation and irregular menstrual cycles, elevated male hormones, acne, hirsutism, insulin resistance and obesity.
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