Discover Your PCOS Type

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Quiz Questions

1.
When did your PCOS symptoms first start?
- A.
  After coming of the pill
- B.
  After a stressful event
- C.
  Since I was a teenager
- D.
  After putting on some weight
2.
Do you experience significant facial hair or jawline acne
- A.
  Yes
- B.
  No
3.
Do you gain weight easily?
- A.
  Yes
- B.
  No
4.
Do you crave sweet foods?
- A.
  Yes
- B.
  No
5.
Do you crave salty foods?
- A.
  Yes
- B.
  No
6.
Do you frequently get hangry if you skip a meal?
- A.
  Yes
- B.
  No
7.
Did you have a regular period before starting the pill?
- A.
  Yes
- B.
  No
- C.
  N/A
8.
Do you get experience any of the following:
- A.
  Recurring infections
- B.
  Joint pain
- C.
  Skin conditions like psoriasis, eczema, or hive
- D.
  None
9.
You feel hungry every two hours
- A.
  Yes
- B.
  No
10.
Do you experience any of the following
- A.
  Unexplained Fatigue
- B.
  Bowel problems like IBS
- C.
  Autoimmune conditions like Hashimoto's thyroiditis
- D.
  None

Quiz Outcomes

1.
Insulin Resistance PCOS
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From your symptoms it's likely you have high insulin that is driving your PCOS symptoms such as:InfertilityIrregular cyclesUnwanted hair growthAcneFatigueMood swingsPoor quality sleepInsulin Resistance is the most common type of PCOS! Found in around 70% of women with PCOS. It's important to note that there is some overlap between the four types of PCOS. For example, inflammation is a major driver in both the insulin-resistant and inflammatory types of PCOS. My top tips for insulin resistance PCOS are:Have a high protein breakfast every morning around 30 grams, keeping in mind that 2 eggs are around 14 grams of protein.Focus on eating 3 main meals a day, that is breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Have 1/2 plate non-starchy veggies such as salad, cucumber, capsium, 1/4 plate with low GI carbohydrates such as 1/2 cup rice, 1 medium potato, and the last 1/4 plate protein.Eat fruit or dessert at the end of a meal instead of a snack to help balance your blood sugarsNeed to find a good prenatal for PCOS? Download my free guide here!Lesley O'Connor - Naturopath
2.
Inflammatory PCOS
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From your symptoms it's likely you have chronic inflammation as the primary driver your PCOS. Chronic inflammation can stimulate your ovaries to make too much testosterone and contribute to symptoms such as:InfertilityIrregular cyclesUnwanted hair growthAcneFatigueMood swingsPoor quality sleepIt's important to note that there is some overlap between the four types of PCOS. For example, inflammation is a major driver in both the insulin-resistant and inflammatory types of PCOS. My top tips for inflammatory PCOS are:Identify and correct the underlying source of inflammation. Is it food, stress, or poor gut health?Assess your diet for food sensitivites such as dairy and gluten. Trial 6 weeks remvoing dairy and then 6 weeks removing gluten, track if there are any improvements in your symptoms.Take a quality probiotic for gut health Consume zinc 25mg of zinc and eat or supplement with omega 3's (EPA/DHA) support your immune system to reduce inflammationNeed to find a good prenatal for PCOS? Download my free guide here!Speak to you soon,Lesley O'Connor - Naturopath
3.
Adrenal PCOS
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From your symptoms it's likely you have adrenal based PCOS. Adrenal PCOS is not driven by insulin resistance or inflammation. It is far less common than insulin or inflammatory based PCOS affecting around 10% of women. Adrenal based PCOS can contribute to symptoms such as:InfertilityIrregular cyclesUnwanted hair growthAcne If you feel like you don't fit the typical 'PCOS' mould and you've tried everything that doesn't seem to work, it could be because you have Adrenal based PCOS.My top tips for Adrenal PCOS are:Implement stress management methods such as low intensity exercise (think yoga), meditation, reading, or anything that brings you joy. Aim to do this 3 times per week to start with.Eat Magnesium rich foods such as spinach, legumes, nuts, seeds, and whole grains (think oats and brown rice)Consume foods high in vitamin B5 as this helps to modulate the production of adrenal based androgens such as Beef, chicken breast, mushrooms, avocados, nuts, and seeds.Need to find a good prenatal for PCOS? Download my free guide here!Speak to you soon,Lesley O'Connor - Naturopath
4.
Post Pill PCOS
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From your symptoms it's likely you have Post Pill PCOS. It’s common to experience a temporary surge in androgens when coming off the pill. This can contribute to symptoms such as:InfertilityIrregular cyclesUnwanted hair growthAcneFatigueMood swingsPoor quality sleepStay calm and know the symptoms are part of a temporary withdrawal process and won't last forever. Symptoms tend to peak 3-6 months after you've stopped the pill, so if this is you know there is an end in sight!My top tips for Post Pill PCOS are:Remember that symptoms won't be forever and highten at the 3-6 month mark (specially acne)Consume zinc containing foods that help to naturally reduce androgens or take a zinc supplement with around 25mgConsume vitamin A foods such as carrots, sweet potato, mango to help reduce androgens via the liverEnsure you're eating enough fiber from fruits, vegetables, and whole grains! Aim for 2 pieces of fruit per day, 2-3 cups of non-starchy veggies, and 1 serve of whole grains at each main meal. 1/2 cup brown rice, or 1/2 wholemeal pasta, or 1 slice of sour dough bread are counted one serve each.Need to find a good prenatal for PCOS? Download my free guide here!Speak to you soon,Lesley O'Connor - Naturopath

Discover Your PCOS Type

Once you know the driving factors of your PCOS it’s so much easier to reduce your cycle length, start ovulating sooner, and feel more confident in your bodies ability to get pregnant.

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