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Polycystic ovary syndrome
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a set of symptoms that affects women. What characterizes the syndrome is the presence of cysts on one or both ovaries, as well as hormonal imbalance. The syndrome has health consequences and can lead to conditions such as infertility, diabetes, dyslipidemia (such as high cholesterol), hepatic steatosis (fatty liver), and obesity.
As mentioned, this condition heavily affects hormones. Your registered dietitian is aware of this and takes into consideration the specificities of the syndrome when developing goals and an action plan. Instead of following a popular diet to try to reach an arbitrary weight determined by a simple mathematical formula, a registered dietitian can help you set realistic and achievable goals. If you wish to lose weight, your registered dietitian will assist you in doing so in a healthy and sustainable way, aiming for YOUR healthy weight. However, the main objective always remains the improvement of dietary habits and your overall health.
Nutrition appointments are also beneficial for managing the symptoms and health conditions that the syndrome can cause. For example, your registered dietitian can help you eat in a way that better controls your blood sugar if you have diabetes. They can also assist you in modifying your diet to promote fertility. Moreover, some individuals experience multiple complications simultaneously. This can make dietary management more complex. Fortunately, your registered dietitian is there to help you gain clarity and support you in making dietary changes that will improve your overall health condition.
