According to a report published by Metropolis healthcare,
one in every 5 woman in India is suffering from PCOS. Having PCOD (polycystic
ovarian diseases) or PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome) is very common today
especially at young age due to lifestyle habits. It's an endocrine disorder
that has many symptoms, such as lack of or irregular periods, 'cysts' on the
ovaries, fertility issues and weight gain. It can also cause excess body hair,
acne, thinning hair and depression. Not everyone shows all these signs, however
– it affects women in different ways. Untreated, it can sometimes lead to more
serious conditions such as type 2 diabetes and heart problems, so don't ignore
it.
Treating PCOS or PCOD is a three-pronged approach – diet,
exercise and medical help. Even if you want to resort to natural remedies to
get relief don’t forget to get tested with your doctor to check your hormonal
levels. Untreated PCOS or PCOD is a leading cause of infertility in most women
in
reproductive age. So don’t self-treat if you suffer from this condition and
get the right help.
There are certain
measures that will definitely help with the condition of PCOD like:
Having a balanced
diet- Instead of eating more at a time, try to have 5-6 short meals in a
day, i.e., eat frequently but control the portion size. You should prepare a
routine such that you have your last meal at least 2.5 hours before going to
bed. Avoid eating overheated and overcooked food.
Exercising daily-
Go for walks, jogging, aerobics, yoga, etc, i.e., you must indulge in some kind
of physical activity. Be regular and consistent with exercising. You can also
exercise during periods, but avoid doing exercises that put too much pressure
in your pelvic area. It is very easy to improve the intensity of exercising
during the follicular phase. It is the best phase for exercising.
Say no to toxins-
Instead of using plastic containers, use steel or glass. Avoid coming in
contact with pesticides. Avoid foods that have been manufactured using
artificial colors, artificial flavors, and preservatives
Avoid stress
-Though stress is not something that can be avoided, but it can be released or
managed with the help of proper sleep and meditation.
