What is PCOS?

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common health problem caused by an imbalance of reproductive hormones. Women having PCOS have hormonal imbalance and metabolism problems that may affect their overall health and appearance.

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Polycystic Ovary Syndrome/PCOS or Polycystic Ovary Disease /PCOD is a condition that affects a woman’s hormone levels. Almost 10% of women in the world suffer from this. Women with PCOS produce higher-than-normal amounts of male hormones. This hormone imbalance causes them to skip menstrual periods and makes it harder for them to get pregnant.

VATA-KAPHA-PITTA IMBALANCE

Ayurveda says that the main reason which stops a healthy ovulation is Kapha and VataDosha imbalances. During the ovarian cycle, Vata is responsible for follicular movement, the rupture of the ovarian wall releasing the mature ovum and the finger-like projections that guide the ovum through the fallopian tubes and into the uterus.

Kapha provides nourishment for the uterus, helps in follicular growth, and the development of (a fertilised) egg into a foetus. According to Ayurveda, what we understand as hormones, represent the ‘fire’ elements of human tissue. Therefore, PittaDosha, which stands for transformation; in the way that Vata stands for mobility, and Kapha for consolidation and ‘security.’

The ‘cold and sticky’ qualities of an imbalanced Kapha affect digestive fire, or agni, which in turn affects the metabolic rates of the tissues. The dhatus affected in PCOD are rasa dhatu (lymph and plasma), medha dhatu (adipose tissue) and artava dhatu (the female reproductive system).

Wrong Food Habits

One should avoid excessive intake of stimulants, like tea or coffee. A Kapha-friendly diet would include ‘light and airy’ or warm foods instead of those that sit heavily in the body. Cooked fruits and vegetables are highly preferable.Dense foods, like breads, pastas, puddings, deep-fried foods and hard cheeses should be avoided. Warm foods would also include those flavoured with pungent, bitter or astringent spices, such as chillies, cardamom, cloves, ginger, garlic or turmeric.

Imbalance of Biological Clock

One should be in sync with the biological clock of the body. We can do that by sleeping with the moon and waking up with the Sun. The natural light activates the hormones in our body, thus maintaining an equilibrium. One should sleep early at night, and stay away from the screens one hour before bed.

Wearing tight clothes near Genital Areas

Often wearing too tight clothes around the genital areas lead to discomfort. The nerves get clenched and it disturbs the blood circulation flow within the area. Also, extreme tightness does not give the space to breathe, which is one of the cause leading to PCOD.

Lack of Exercise and Physical Work

It is very necessary to include some form of exercise, sports, or general physical activity into your daily routine, even if it is for 15-20 minutes. Regular exercise burns calories and helps reduce the uncharacteristic weight gain that is often associated with PCOD, but it also helps stabilise the metabolic rates of the body, which will in turn help stabilise the imbalanced Doshas that aggravate PCOD.

PCOS is not a harmful condition. But surely affects the hormonal balance in a woman’s body.While there are extensive tests and medications to help you relieve from the condition, a little change in lifestyle can be paired up to reduce the effect. We have gathered a list of simple steps which will aid you in the process. However, these are just basic and generalised guidelines. Please consult your general health practitioner before incorporating any changes:

Manage a healthy weight

A check in your body weight is advisable. Weight loss can reduce insulin and androgen levels which will help in restoring ovulation.

Intake of Herbs

Usage of Fenugreek Seeds. Soak a teaspoon of methi seeds in water overnight. Drink the water early in the morning. It reduces cyst sizes and helps regulate menstrual cycle. Also, once a day, consume 1 teaspoon of cinnamon and honey. It aids in regulating the menstrual cycle. Flaxseeds and amla is also said to have foreseen benefits.