PCOS

*PCOS* ✨ 

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, A common but often overlooked hormonal disorder found in women of reproductive age usually between 15 - 44 years. 😔

*What is PCOS?* It's a health condition that affects the ovaries responsible for producing eggs and female hormones like estrogen and progesterone. 

*CAUSES:* Doctors aren't 100% sure but it's linked to:

1: Genetics 🤦🏾‍♀️

2: Hormonal imbalance 

3: Insulin Resistance (results to high blood sugar)

*COMMON SIGNS & SYMPTOMS:* 

1: Infertility.

_Unable to conceive, Miscarriage or Complications during pregnancy. 🥹🤱

2: Irregular or lack of period and ovulation.

3: Heavy or Prolonged bleeding

4: Difficulty loosing already gained weight.

5: Acne, oil skin, skin tags, dark patches on the neck and armpits.

*CURE:* There's none yet but not to worry, 🫂 depending on the goal symptoms can be managed by:

1: Healthy lifestyle 

_Healthy diet, Low sugar, Low carb.

2: Regular exercise 

Grab your *GETFIT!* and follow the secret tips. This will reduce insulin resistance and weight.🏋🏼‍♀️

_We couldn't forget the lady with PCOS who participated in our 30 days fitness challenge that testified in the group that her ovulation finally visited after 8 months!!!. In her transformation video, she lost 5 inches off her stubborn belly fat.

And yes! Congratulations was the order of the day.👏👏

3: Medications or injections to regulate periods etc as advised by your doctor. 👩‍🔬💊 

4: Manage stress with meditation, yoga or therapy. 💆‍♀️🧖‍♀️

5: Get enough sleep 

6: Regular Check-ups 🗓️ 

PCOS not managed could lead to: 🧏🏻‍♀️

_Depression and mood disorders 

_Diabetes

_Heart diseases etc

To the women with PCOS reading this today, Please take proper care of yourself. It's not life threatening and can be managed successfully especially when detected early. 

Please note that You are not defined by your diagnosis, you are defined by your strength to rise above it. ✊

PCOS may be part of your story but it's not the whole story. "Your body is not broken, it's just asking you to listen a little more closely. 

Progress is progress, no matter how small. Be proud of every step you take. Thank you!

*Sending hugs and lots of love.* 🫂 ❤️