In today’s episode, Dr. Minni Malhotra discusses an alternative method for treating Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) that does not involve prescription medications. While the treatment is considered alternative, it arguably deserves to be seen as a mainstream option. She is joined by Dr. Connie Jeon, a Doctor of Physical Therapy to discuss how she approaches treating PCOS. Dr. Jeon holds a Master's in Public Health, is a licensed dietitian and has been certified with IFM.  She is also a certified yoga and Pilates instructor, having undergone 500 hours of training in yoga. Dr. Jeon shares her unique methodology, the Alkaline method, and how she incorporates yoga, diet, and other exercises into her treatments. She reflects on the fact that many of her patients come to her after having lived with PCOS for a long time and have a history of suffering from inflammation and post-surgical scarring. She also explains how past traumas are often present in her patients and emphasizes the role that stress can play in PCOS. Tune in today to learn more about the Alkaline method and how lifestyle changes can treat PCOS!

Key Points From This Episode:

• Meet today’s guest, Dr. Connie Jeon.
• Dr. Jeon shares how she became interested in functional medicine after being diagnosed with an autoimmune disease.
• Dr. Minni Malhotra shares the story of how she became interested in functional medicine after her daughter was diagnosed with PCOS.
• The ubiquity of Ayurvedic medicinal practices in Indian households from an early age.
• How physical therapy can help a patient with PCOS.
• How diagnoses are conducted in functional medicine without having rigid diagnostics criteria.
• The compounding factors that affect the many of the women that Dr. Jeon treats.
• How cranial sacral therapy can help in difficult cases.
• The ways that yoga and physical therapy are different.
• How the breathwork in yoga can assist in calming down the central nervous system.
• Dr. Jeon discusses how traumatic events can affect the immune system.
• Why obesity is common with PCOS: insulin resistance is a key feature of the syndrome.
• Why it’s important to be in partnership with your patient to ensure enduring lifestyle changes. 
• The role of stress in aggravating PCOS symptoms.

Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

Dr. Connie Jeon

Alkaline Wellness

The Tribe of Autoimmune Health Rebels on Facebook

Functional Yoga Medicine on Facebook

Dr. Connie Jeon on LinkedIn

Dr. Connie Jeon on Twitter
Dr. Minni Malhotra Email

Anchor Wellness Center