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Can PCOS Cause Weight Gain?

Having a hard time losing weight with PCOS? PCOS can cause weight gain in women due to an abundance of male hormones in the body. One of the leading causes of PCOS is insulin resistance. Here is a brief overview of what happens and how to lose weight if you have PCOS

Can PCOS Cause Weight Gain?

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a condition where females experience an imbalance of hormones in the body, leading to androgynous features. Research shows a link between PCOS and weight gain in women, with 1 out of 10 women developing this problem due to insulin resistance.

Can PCOS cause weight gain? The short answer is yes. Fortunately, there are several ways to go about managing it.

How to Lose Weight with PCOS?

Are you struggling to lose weight with PCOS? Try out these tips, and you’ll feel a difference soon enough. Here are the top ways to lose weight with PCOS:

Eliminated Refined Carbs and Sugars

Refined carbohydrates like rice, pasta, whole grains, cereals, crackers, etc., worsen PCOS by causing insulin resistance. Blood sugar crashes from carbs lead to insulin spikes which increase appetite and cause overeating.

Do Intermittent Fasting

Intermittent fasting is an excellent way to reduce blood sugars and lower insulin resistance. Fasting should be considered as a complementary approach to managing PCOS symptoms and losing weight for women.

30 Minutes of Cardio or HIIT Training Daily

Cardio and HIIT are excellent when it comes to getting enough exercise for women. For anyone trying to lose weight, short bursts of intense activity can boost metabolism and get the heart rate pumping. Sign up for an exercise class with your friends or go on brisk walks every day.

Eat More Protein and Healthy Fats

Fats are calorie bombs and don’t spike insulin. They fuel your body and give it a good blend of vitamins, minerals, and omega-3 fatty acids. Carbs should be replaced with fatty cuts of meat like beef, pork, and lamb if you can get grass-fed meat and dairy, then even better since they are excellent PCOS foods.

Consult Your Doctor or Endocrinologist about Medications

Your doctor may choose to prescribe you metformin or put you on birth control pills if you’re struggling with PCOS weight gain. There are different medications for PCOS, and it is recommended to always consult your doctor or endocrinologist before starting a PCOS treatment protocol with them.

Conclusion

PCOS weight gain is not the end of the world, and you’ll find that there is still hope. With sufficient dietary and lifestyle changes long-term, women can get relief from PCOS and find that they start losing weight.

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