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Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is a condition in which
there is an imbalance of a woman's female sex hormones.
Follicles are sacs within the ovaries that contain eggs. Normally,
one or more eggs are released during each menstrual cycle. This
is called ovulation. In polycystic ovary syndrome, the eggs in
these follicles do not mature and are not released from the
ovaries. Instead, they can form very small cysts in the ovary.
Symptoms:
Naturopathically, there is a lot that can be done to treat PCOS.
Naturopathic medicine addresses the root cause of a condition,
so rather than just removing the symptoms temporarily, it would
work to correct the underlying problem. Simple diet changes,
such as reducing sugar consumption can make a huge
difference. Increasing nutrients such as vitamin B6, magnesium
and essential fatty acids can also be beneficial. Herbal remedies
such as Vitex, Eleutherococcus, Dioscorea, Mitchella and Saw
Palmetto have shown to correct an imbalance of the female
hormones. Acupuncture is also an excellent treatment option
when it comes to addressing woman’s health issues, especially
PCOS. Acupuncture is based on the idea of energy channels,
whereby in a “healthy state”, energy is freely flowing. It also
helps to increase blood flow and nourish the uterus and break
down cysts.
there is an imbalance of a woman's female sex hormones.
Follicles are sacs within the ovaries that contain eggs. Normally,
one or more eggs are released during each menstrual cycle. This
is called ovulation. In polycystic ovary syndrome, the eggs in
these follicles do not mature and are not released from the
ovaries. Instead, they can form very small cysts in the ovary.
Symptoms:
- Irregular or absent menstrual cycles
- High male hormone levels – testosterone, DHEA
- Insulin resistance
- Weight gain
- Acne
- Infertility
Naturopathically, there is a lot that can be done to treat PCOS.
Naturopathic medicine addresses the root cause of a condition,
so rather than just removing the symptoms temporarily, it would
work to correct the underlying problem. Simple diet changes,
such as reducing sugar consumption can make a huge
difference. Increasing nutrients such as vitamin B6, magnesium
and essential fatty acids can also be beneficial. Herbal remedies
such as Vitex, Eleutherococcus, Dioscorea, Mitchella and Saw
Palmetto have shown to correct an imbalance of the female
hormones. Acupuncture is also an excellent treatment option
when it comes to addressing woman’s health issues, especially
PCOS. Acupuncture is based on the idea of energy channels,
whereby in a “healthy state”, energy is freely flowing. It also
helps to increase blood flow and nourish the uterus and break
down cysts.
© Marni Ross ND 2004-2012
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
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