3 - Helping & Healing Your Hormones w/ Dr. Carrie Jones

PCOS Basics

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a common endocrine disorder affecting women's fertility and overall health. Dr. Carrie Jones explains that PCOS is diagnosed based on two out of three criteria: ovarian cysts, high testosterone levels, and irregular menstrual cycles 1. Many women mistakenly believe they must have ovarian cysts to have PCOS, but this is not always the case.

PCOS is the number one endocrine disorder around fertility problems. It's way more common than women know or that their practitioner is working them up for.

--- Carrie Jones

Understanding these criteria is crucial for proper diagnosis and management 2.

   

Diet's Role

Diet plays a significant role in managing PCOS symptoms, particularly through insulin regulation. Carrie Jones emphasizes the importance of understanding blood sugar and insulin's impact on testosterone production in women with PCOS 3. She advises starting with dietary basics, such as eliminating foods that cause inflammation, rather than jumping into trendy diets 4.

Just by getting the insulin down, just by improving, that can really help one that testosterone, this acne, the hair growth or hair loss.

--- Carrie Jones

This approach can significantly improve symptoms like acne, hair growth, and menstrual irregularities.

   

Fertility

Fertility challenges often accompany PCOS, but addressing both partners' health can improve outcomes. Dr. Jones highlights the importance of evaluating both male and female factors, as male sperm quality is equally crucial 5. She advocates for a proactive approach, including dietary changes and reducing inflammation, to enhance fertility before resorting to medical interventions 6.

I wish there was more empowerment for women and fertility, like, here are things you can do from a dietary perspective.

--- Carrie Jones

This holistic perspective can empower couples to take charge of their fertility journey.