Episode 15 of the PCOS and Nutrition podcast is jam packed full of valuable information! In this episode I talk with Victoria Doudenkova, naturopath and Vice President of the non-profit organisation for uterine fibroids, Vivre 100fibromes, about PCOS: Healing vs Managing.
Disease vs Syndrome and why you shouldn't look at PCOS as a disease.
Developing PCOS because of the Birth Control Pill
Is medical treatment needed for PCOS?
Can the Birth Control Pill help PCOS?
Why you should focus on fixing the metabolic problem rather than focusing on the symptoms of PCOS, like losing weight.
Why you must take a holistic approach when looking to heal PCOS.
Importance of addressing your emotions.
Why you should detach yourself from the PCOS condition.
The difference between managing PCOS and healing PCOS.
Can PCOS be cured?
Why you should get out of the 'fighting PCOS' mindset. The importance of managing stress.
It is all about balance.
The perception of PCOS, then vs now.
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I talk a lot about getting to the root cause of your PCOS on this podcast and hormonal testing is one of the most important ways of understanding your condition. Without testing your hormones, it is very difficult to know what type of PCOS you have.Now, many women do not get the PCOS testing they need, whether it is because they're healthcare provider is not very supportive or because they purely do not have the time to visit their doctor. That is why I am excited to announce a new partnership with Let's Get Checked!
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