Today on the show we’re talking about the relationship between polycystic ovarian syndrome and stress. While there is still a lot we don’t know about PCOS, there is an increasing body of evidence that demonstrates the important role that stress plays in PCOS manifestation. Tuning in you’ll hear an overview of the human biological stress response, the hormones involved, and how they can exacerbate PCOS when they are out of balance. Dr. Malhotra unpacks how stress causes these hormone imbalances and provides meaningful insights and practical advice on how to tackle stress in your life. Join us today to learn more about the relationship between PCOS and stress, along with actionable tips on what to do about it!

Key Points From This Episode:

• Introducing today’s topic: Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome and Stress.
• An overview of PCOS, its symptoms, risks, and the percentage of women affected by it.
• The relationship between obesity and PCOS.
• How abdominal fat distribution affects certain health markers.
• The increasing evidence that stress plays an important role in PCOS manifestation.
• The hormones that are integral to maintaining homeostasis and how they are affected by stress.
• Learn about the stress response and how it is regulated by two neuroendocrine axes.
• How stress hormone levels differ in women with PCOS, compared to those without PCOS.
• A reminder that further research needs to be done to fully understand the impact that stress has on PCOS patients.
• Advice on what to do to manage stress.
• How meditation can improve stress management, productivity, and sleep.
• An overview of how to implement a daily meditation practice.

Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

Dr. Minni Malhotra Email

Anchor Wellness Center

The Institute of Functional Medicine