I reversed PCOS by CYCLE-SYNCING ✨

I recently celebrated one year of being PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome) free! When I was first diagnosed, my doctor prescribed birth control to regulate my periods. However, the side effects were horrible and I was unable to function in my daily life while I was on the meds. Against my doctor's advice, I stopped taking the meds and made drastic lifestyle changes. I have since remained meds free (:

Cycle-syncing is a way for females to honour your emotional and physical needs by allowing your daily routine to be guided by your cycle. Here are the key elements of focus in cycle syncing:

✨ whole foods that are nutritious and full of vitamins- food can be cooked in different ways to match the different stages of your cycle

✨ workouts that suit your energy level- during the menstrual phase, light workouts such as strolling and yoga and during your ovulatory phase, more intense HIIT and spin classes

✨ emotional regulation- invest in hobbies and activities that make you happy, spend time with family and friends, seek therapy if you are struggling. Stress can impact cortisol levels and worsen PCOS symptoms

✨ the flow- the transition between high to low intensity workouts, from a stressful to calm emotional state and from heavy to light foods should be as seamless as possible to give your body comfortable time to adjust

✨ there's lots of info on cycle-syncing on the internet! what i find most important is to always honour how you feel and be comfortable. this helps to ensure that your chosen lifestyle is sustainable and not restrictive

note: i am not a medical professional, this is taken from personal experience. i have also consulted my doctor since i went meds free and she has agreed that my condition has improved since my lifestyle changes took place

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