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How Diet and Exercise Can Help You Manage PCOS

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How Diet and Exercise Can Help You Manage PCOS How Diet and Exercise Can Help You Manage PCOS Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal disorder that affects many women of reproductive age.  It can cause irregular periods, excess hair growth, acne, weight gain, and infertility. PCOS can also increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and depression. Fortunately, there are some lifestyle changes that can help you manage PCOS and improve your health and well-being. In this article, we will discuss how diet and exercise can play a role in reducing PCOS symptoms and complications. How Diet Affects PCOS : What you eat can have a significant impact on your PCOS symptoms. This is because PCOS is associated with insulin resistance, which means your body does not use insulin effectively to regulate your blood sugar levels.  High blood sugar levels can trigger the production of more male hormones (androgens) in your ovaries, which can worsen PCOS sympt...