How to naturally cure Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) with yoga

The Ultimate beginners guide for healing the PCOS (Polycystic ovary syndrome) with YOGA :

Disease name : 

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) aka (Stein-Leventhal Syndrome) and Hyperandrogenism

Name meaning : 

Polycystic means multiple cysts.

First Discovered On and By :

First discovered in 1935 ,By Stein and Leventhal

Definition : 

Its an Endocrine disorder with elevated Androgen's (male hormones) in females
Signs and Symptoms : irregular or no menstrual periods (Menstrual disorders), heavy periods, excess body and facial hair, acne, pelvic pain, difficulty getting pregnant, and patches of thick, darker, velvety skin.

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Signs and Symptoms of PCOS : 

• Irregular or no menstrual periods (Menstrual disorders)
• Heavy periods
• Excess body and facial hair
• Acne
• Pelvic pain
• Difficulty getting pregnant
• Patches of thick, darker, velvety skin.

Associated Disease : 

Obstructive sleep apnea, heart disease, mood disorders,type 2 diabetes, obesity, and endometrial cancer (Cancer of the uterine lining).

Causes for PCOS : 

Combination of genetic and environmental factors,Overweight,No physical activity.

Diagnosis methods : 

1. No ovulation (chronic an ovulation).
2. High androgen levels.
3. Ovarian cysts (by ultrasound).

Permanent Cure : 

Not available

PCOS Medicines : 

1. Birth control pills (Helps with period regularity,hair growth and acne)
2. Hypoglycemic agents (eg, metformin, insulin)
3. Anti-androgens
4. Selective estrogen receptor modulators (eg, clomiphene citrate).

Types of PCOS : 

1. Insulin-resistant (Most common type,less responsive to insulin and blood sugars become imbalanced).
2. Pill-induced
3. Inflammatory/Immune Related (due to chronic inflammation,immune Problems and autoimmune conditions are the major causes).
4. Environmental (Food allergies are the common cause).

Diagnosis methods : 

1. No ovulation (chronic an-ovulation).
2. High androgen levels.
3. Ovarian cysts (by ultrasound).

Disease with similar symptoms : 

1. High blood levels of prolactin.
2. Adrenal hyperplasia.
3. Hypothyroidism.

PCOS Vs PCOD Differences:

• Polycystic Ovary Disease (PCOD) is developed by hormonal imbalance,In PCOD the hormonal imbalance leads to storage of eggs in ovaries which leads to formation of cysts.
• Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is considered as an endocrine system disorder, and also in PCOS the androgen hormone is production is higher which interference with the eggs development ,and forms the cysts.

Statistics/Facts About PCOS: 

• PCOS Affected Asians are more likely to get hirsutism, than other ethnic backgrounds.
• PCOS are the common endocrine disorder affects globally 6% to 10% of women.
• Not all women with PCOS have cysts on their ovaries.
• PCOS Affected women have higher probability of having Anxiety and Depression.
• Women with PCOS Condition have more Testosterone than non affected women.
• PCOS affects the women's milk production,due to hormonal issues.
• Most women with the pcos are Obese, due to insulin resistance.

PCOS Evaluation Tests : 

• Lipid panel
• Glucose level
• Insulin level
• GnRH stimulation testing
• Androstenedione level
• FSH and LH levels 

Surgeries For PCOS (for restoring ovulation) : 

1. Laser drilling
2. Electrocautery
3. Multiple biopsy

Commonly affected age Groups : 

•       18 to 50 ages

Management of PCOS : 

• This health condition can be managed with Medications and Lifestyle (Exercise and Diet).

Diet for PCOS : 

• Low carbs Diet,Vegan based Diet (Organic green vegetables),high-fiber green vegetables Diet,Anti-inflammatory foods and herbs.

Foods to Avoid for PCOS :

•  Avoid too much Sugar content (also artificial sugars)
• Carbs foods
• Artificial sweetener contained foods
• Trans fat contained foods.

Physical/Appearance Changes : 

• Acne on face, chest, excessive body hair growth,obesity.

PCOS Complications : 

Atherosclerosis (clogged arteries),high blood pressure (hypertension),depression,sleep apnea.

PCOS and Pregnancy :

PCOS During pregnancy causes,

1. Premature birth
2. Gestational diabetes
3. High blood pressure
4. Miscarriage

If  PCOS is Untreated :

• Ovaries enlarges bigger with multiple small cyst-like structures.
• Then it affects menstrual cycle causing hormone imbalance.
• And also damages the overall health of the women.

Yoga poses for PCOS :

• Bharadvajasana (Bharadvaja’s Twist)
• Shalabhasana (The Locust Pose)
• Sarvangasana (Reverse Body Or Shoulder Stand Pose)
• Bhadrasana (Butterfly Pose)
• Naukasana (Boat Pose).

Ayurveda Herbs : 

• Varuna crataeva nurvala
• Ashwagandha (Withania Somnifera)
• Neem (Azadirachta Indica)
• Amalaki (Emblica Officinalis)

Best selling books on PCOS :

• The Pcos Workbook: Your Guide to Complete Physical and Emotional Health by Angela Grassi and Stephanie Mattei.
• PCOS Diet Book: How you can use the nutritional approach to deal with polycystic ovary syndrome by Colette Harris.
• Natural Solutions to PCOS: How to Eliminate Your Symptoms and Boost Your Fertility by Marilyn Glenville,PCOS For Dummies by Gaynor Bussell and Sharon Perkins.

PCOS Awareness Month:

•  September

Importance of Yoga for the healing of Poly-cystic ovary syndrome :

• The yoga lifestyle is most beneficial for the improvement of the overall health factor of patients with Poly-cystic ovary syndrome.
• Why yoga is way more important than other treatment is because its not only beneficial for the welfare of physical health, but its also improves the Emotional health,Spiritual benefits and gives a overall holistic experience during the stressful and depressive conditions.
• Whatever treatment or therapy you are starting always have faith in the process, its the most important step in a successful recovery from the disease.
• You can learn PCOS yoga at home itself, but i prefer begin your yoga journey with expert yoga instructor will teach you with more experience and guidance.

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• You can start your classes with your family members,friends and life partner, to have a sense of support during your yoga sessions.
• The first and most important step for the healing of Poly-cystic ovary syndrome by yoga is believing you can make a change/difference from this health condition with positive mindset and determination.
• You can also see my blog post about the yoga cure for asthma and yoga for diabetes, to learn other cures and guide for natural healing with yoga.