What Are the 4 Types of PCOS?
Polycystic ovary syndrome is a complex health condition that affects millions of women all over the world. The cause of PCOS isn’t clear – in fact, it’s a bit of a chicken and egg situation. With a lot of PCOS comorbidities, we don’t know if they’re the root cause or a symptom. That uncertainty is […]
How to Get Rid of PCOS Belly Fat?
You may have heard the term “PCOS belly” thrown around in PCOS communities. Maybe you’ve looked down and thought to yourself, “Is this what I’m dealing with?” If you’d like a better understanding of what a PCOS belly looks like, what it is, and what you can do about it, this post will explain. Before […]
How to Lose Weight With PCOS ?
Figuring out how to lose weight with PCOS can be quite difficult. On the one hand, those with PCOS are more likely to struggle to lose weight. On the other hand, maintaining a healthy weight often also helps mitigate other PCOS symptoms. It can even prevent some of PCOS’ worst health outcomes, like diabetes and […]
PCOS and Hair Loss
If you have PCOS, hair loss is a common symptom. While it’s not the worst physiological symptom, it can take a serious toll on women’s self-esteem and mental health. As a naturopathic doctor, it’s important that I always treat the whole person. This means I never ignore the concerns that other medical professionals might dismiss […]
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS): Diet Do’s and Don’ts
You can manage your PCOS incredibly effectively just by controlling how you eat. Fundamentally, the best PCOS diet is simply a healthy diet that consists of balanced, wholesome, low-glycemic index foods. Eating a variety of foods rich in fibers, proteins, vitamins, and minerals and low in sugars, refined carbs, and highly-processed fats is guaranteed to […]
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome and Pregnancy
For women living with PCOS, pregnancy is a fraught topic, but it doesn’t have to be. Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (shortened to PCOS) is a condition where the ovaries produce more androgens than normal for the average woman. Androgens are the male sex hormones. It’s no surprise that many women wonder whether getting pregnant with PCOS […]
PCOS: Impact of Sleep, Nutrition, & Exercise on Hormone Balance Health
As with most things in life, external circumstances can have a significant impact on our health. Some of these outside influences are beyond our control, but there are those that we can have a say in. Certain lifestyle factors are within our grasp and making conscious daily decisions to focus on wellness is as important, […]
PCOS: Functional Medicine Approach to Holistic Hormone Health
Any woman knows that hormones have a mind of their own. Starting at puberty and all the way through menopause, hormones can both be a blessing and a burden. We often dread the first day of our period, but our thankful when a healthy, regular cycle allows us to become pregnant. We generally don’t look […]
PCOS: Understanding a Common Hormonal Imbalance
Throughout my years of practice I have seen many women come in with confusing symptoms that could not be attributed to a specific diagnosis and the common thread is that they were looking for solutions. They were often anxious about their physical appearance, sexual health, or the inability to conceive. That worry permeated their daily lives. It […]
PCOS and Women’s Health
Dr. Galina uses holistic medicine to effectively treat Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) and various women’s health issues in Chicago. She recognizes that many women haven’t found relief from PCOS through conventional medicine. This is because PCOS is a complex hormonal disorder that requires a multifaceted approach. Dr. Galina takes the time to listen to her […]