Welcome back to Crushing PCOS! Today, Dr. Minni Malhotra talks about progesterone and polycystic ovarian syndrome. In order to understand the role that the progesterone hormone plays in PCOS, you have to understand what exactly progesterone is, what function it performs during a normal menstrual cycle, and why you need it. We cover all this and more in today’s episode, including the role that progesterone plays during pregnancy and as women age. Dr. Malhotra also shares some practical tips for augmenting progesterone levels through supplementation, diet, and exercise, so make sure not to miss this informative episode!

Key Points From This Episode:

• How progesterone levels fluctuate during the course of a normal menstrual cycle.
• How PCOS patients respond to progesterone treatment compared with a control group.
• The relationship between ovulation failure, progesterone deficiencies, and PCOS.
• What function progesterone performs in the menstrual cycle and why you need it.
• The important role progesterone plays in the development of the fetus during pregnancy.
• Progesterone’s role in memory, sleep, energy levels, joint and bone health, and more.
• Progesterone imbalances in women with PCOS and as you grow older.
• How to augment progesterone levels through supplements, diet, and lifestyle changes.
• Using Dr. Malhotra’s COPE methodology to address progesterone deficiency.

Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

Dr. Minni Malhotra Email

Anchor Wellness Center

The Institute of Functional Medicine