PCOD is a health issue that demands approach in various dimensions to bring it back to normal and prevent its relapse. PCOD is caused due to disturbance in the normal level of hormones present in a healthy female. It affects millions of women worldwide causing irregular menses, mood swings, acne, and excessive hair growth and in some cases infertility. It can be a daunting disease but it doesn’t have to define your life. In this blog we will be dealing as to how to manage PCOD effectively. Before getting in to the management of PCOD let us understand about PCOD.
What is PCOD?
It is caused due to hormonal imbalance that in turn results in the enlargement of ovary with multiple small cysts arranged on the periphery of the ovary.
Causes of PCOD
In a female suffering from PCOD an increased amount of LH is observed due to modern lifestyle, which promotes production of many small cysts instead of one mature ova resulting in the enlargement of ovary.
Risk Factors
- Obesity
- Sedentary lifestyle
- Consumption of a diet high in sugar and saturated fatty acids
- Stress
- Family history of diabetes, PCOS, and other endocrinological disorders
Symptoms
- Irregular menstruation or late menstruation
- Excess hair growth –male pattern hair growth
- Bleeding increased during menstruation.
- Pimples on face
- Unexplained increase in weight.
- Pigmentation in the neck, groin, and under the arms
Now let us see how PCOD can be managed effectively
PCOD demands modification in lifestyle along with the intake of proper medicines.
Below mentioned are some of the effective lifestyle changes that one can incorporate.
1.Healthy Diet: Include fruits, low starch vegetables, green leafy vegetables, fish, and whole grains in the daily diet. Avoid fast foods, processed foods, and fried foods.
- Indulge Omega-3 Fatty acids in your diet which is found in fish, flaxseeds, and walnuts.
- Include foods rich in antioxidants, such as berries, and leafy greens.
- Limit dairy and refined carbohydrates like white bread, pasta and sugary snacks which can increase your insulin levels.
2.Regular exercises: At least 30 minutes exercise daily is recommended such as brisk walking, cycling, or swimming. You can also try yoga poses like butterfly pose, cat-cow pose and child’s pose which has been found efficient in PCOD.
3.Weight Management: Managing weight is a key factor in PCOS. Increased amount of fat in the body can cause insulin resistance which cause hormonal imbalance. Maintaining a healthy weight is necessary for treating PCOD.
4.Stress Management: Stress is a vital factor that has to be taken care of. Daily practicing yoga, meditation and deep breathing can help regulate hormonal balance and improve overall well-being.
5.Many women with PCOD are deficient in vitamin D, which is essential for hormonal regulation. Exposure to adequate sunlight is advised and if necessary supplements can be taken. The sunlight between 10 am and 12 pm are considered very good for vitamin D synthesis.
Conclusion
PCOD can create a havoc in your personal and professional life. Homeopathy can ease your discomfort permanently and ensure you a happy life without stress of not getting periods. Homeopathic medicines are obtained from natural sources like plants, animal and mineral sources and therefore there are no side effects. Homeopathy offers you a permanent solution and can ensure to give you a life free of PCOD. Homeopathy with the right set of medicines, effective management tips and regular follow up with taking medicines as directed by physician together can give you marvelous results. Homeopathic medicines have the ability to increase body immunity along with treating disease. Homeopathy helps you in bidding farewell to hormonal pills.
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