Compassionate PCOS Nutrition Care
PCOS Nutrition Care
At Nourish to Flourish, we understand that living with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) can feel overwhelming at times, especially when it comes to managing symptoms and navigating nutrition. Every woman’s experience with PCOS is unique, and we’re here to offer support with compassion, evidence-based guidance, and a personalized approach to care. Our goal is to empower you with tools that not only support hormonal balance and metabolic health, but also foster a positive, sustainable relationship with food and your body.
What is PCOS?
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) affects as many as 5 million women. It is a hormonal imbalance that happens when a woman has too much of the hormone androgen and eventually causes cysts to develop on the ovaries. As a result, they may have missed or irregular periods and difficulty with fertility. Additionally, it can increase the risk of other health issues, as most often people with PCOS are insulin resistant. This happens when a person’s body produces insulin—a crucial hormone for regulating blood sugar—but cannot utilize it effectively. This resistance raises the likelihood of developing type 2 diabetes. At Nourish to Flourish, we will help you manage your blood sugar levels through personalized, comprehensive nutrition counseling and therapy.
Signs of PCOS
Women are typically diagnosed with PCOS during the childbearing years in their 20s or 30s when they are trying to conceive. Although the exact causes are unknown, many factors may play a part in PCOS, such as genetics, hormonal imbalance and obesity. Here are a few of the signs of it:
How We Help Women with PCOS
One of the main ways we treat PCOS is by helping you make important lifestyle changes. Developing a plan that allows you to eat nutritious foods, can help you lose weight and manage your insulin levels. At Nourish to Flourish, we prioritize personalized plans and take a patient-centered approach, recognizing that every person is unique. We will listen to your concerns, perform a full assessment and offer guidance to help improve your health.
It is important to note that no one singular food can solve all your PCOS symptoms. Our goal is to simply eliminate any foods that may cause inflammation or a flare up. We aim to achieve stable blood sugar levels and avoid drastic drops and spikes. As a result, this will also decrease the likelihood of your chances for developing more serious disease such as cardiovascular problems.
