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The supplement world can be so intimidating. Feels

The supplement world can be so intimidating. Feels like people everywhere are talking about which supplements are the best. I am here to break it down for you using the research we have so that you can make an informed choice. ⁠⁠
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Check out my latest YouTube video on Top 5 Supplements for #pcos and #fertility. ⁠⁠
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Visit the link in my bio and click on this image to view the video. ⁠⁠
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Drop any questions in the comments below about PCOS and Fertility or feel free to DM me if you'd like. ⁠⁠
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I am here to help! ⁠⁠
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Have you had your insulin checked? ⁠
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Insulin is probably one of the most important hormones to be looking at when it comes to #PCOS. ⁠
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High levels of insulin in the blood can lead to higher levels of testosterone in the ovaries. ⁠
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Higher levels of testosterone in the ovaries can result in delayed ovulation or even no ovulation. This is when cycles become very long or non-existent. ⁠
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When we don’t ovulate enough or at all, we don’t produce enough progesterone. ⁠
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Less progesterone means less brain exposure to progesterone. This will impact the pituitary gland. ⁠
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The brain makes LH known as luteinizing hormone in the pituitary gland. This hormone stimulates the ovaries to produce testosterone. Less exposure to progesterone will increase the pulsatility of LH. The more LH that is rapidly produced, the more testosterone we create in the ovaries and the problem just keep on going and going. ⁠
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So the key here is to test insulin. Look for insulin resistance and to treat it using dietary and lifestyle changes. Check out my reels for more information on this and stay tuned for more posts! ⁠
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Getting a full workup on PCOS is important when it

Getting a full workup on PCOS is important when it comes to properly diagnosing PCOS and determining the underlying cause. ⁠
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Check out my blog on "Not sure what the underlying cause of your PCOS is? Check this Comprehensive List for PCOS Lab Tests" ⁠
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Link in my bio. ⁠
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Also - stay tuned for a recent podcast I did on PCOS lab testing! I had so much fun talking about lab testing. ⁠
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It is #pcosawarenessmonth in September and I am he

It is #pcosawarenessmonth in September and I am here to spread the word about #pcos. ⁠
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Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) affects one in 10 women of reproductive age. It has been documented to be the most common endocrine disorder affecting women. ⁠
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More awareness is needed when it comes to PCOS as patients are being diagnosed years and years after suffering from symptoms. ⁠
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Common symptoms include: ⁠
- weight gain ⁠
- acne ⁠
- hair loss ⁠
- excessive hair growth ⁠
- anxiety ⁠
- depression ⁠
- insomnia ⁠
- irregular cycles ⁠
- infertility ⁠
- cysts on the ovaries ⁠
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If you've ever had the slightest feeling that you may have PCOS, talk to your health care provider now - preferably someone who knows the intricacies of hormones. ⁠
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Stay tuned this month as I share more information on PCOS. ⁠
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🌐 It's #worldpcosday and I'm incredibly excited

🌐 It's #worldpcosday and I'm incredibly excited about all the events coming up this month! ⁠
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PCOS or Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome affects approximately 10-15% of reproductive women. ⁠
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It is important that we spread the word and create awareness for the syndrome that affects so so many women! ⁠
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PCOS awareness is incredibly important because PCOS can lead to increased risk of: ⁠
- cardiovascular disease ⁠
- type 2 diabetes/insulin resistance ⁠
- infertility ⁠
- mood disorders⁠
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One important thing that awareness creates is the opportunity for these women to not feel like they are suffering alone. ⁠
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So join me this month to spread the word and create a community of women who can get the support they need and deserve. ⁠
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🍭And ps. Join me this month for my 5-day Sugar-free challenge. Link in my bio to join! ⁠
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Also, check out @pcosaa for their conference this month! I will be on a panel for fertility and PCOS. ⁠
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I suffered from acne in my teens and the only opti

I suffered from acne in my teens and the only option I had was birth control. I took it because I was tired of waking up in the morning with a new pimple but it caused my emotions to go wild and ultimately I became depressed. So I went off and my cycles became irregular, I then saw an ND who did a thorough workup, and PCOS was found on ultrasound and bloodwork. ⁣⁠
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Sitting in my ND’s office, with her pen and paper explaining everything to me was my light bulb moment. ⁠
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why I had horrible skin, ⁣⁠
why I struggled with excessive hair growth, ⁣⁠
why I had anxiety, ⁣⁠
why I craved sugar and carbohydrates, ⁣⁠
and why when I would eat poorly, I would gain weight in my mid-section. ⁣⁠
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This led me to take action because I believe my health is of utmost importance. ⁣⁠
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I became inspired to learn how to heal my body naturally. I became confident in my health. People started noticing my clear skin. I gained more energy and had fewer cravings. I learned exactly how to fuel my body to feel healthy⁣⁠
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I decided to dedicate my life to making sure that PCOS women just like me, don’t feel alone or confused navigating their health on top of an already emotional or overwhelming experience. ⁣⁠
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𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐢𝐬 𝐰𝐡𝐲 𝐈 𝐚𝐦 𝐚 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐜 𝐃𝐨𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫. ⁣⁠
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I am super thrilled to be your Naturopathic Doctor…and it is the ultimate compliment being nominated for The Record’s Reader’s Choice for Best Naturopath. ⁣⁠⁣⁠
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