Diet & Alternative Remedies for PCOS, Scholarly Article Resources
This page will house various substantiated research studies and abstracts which address how diet and alternative methods can support PCOS treatment, both as an adjunct and alternative to Western medical care. Bear in mind, even the most strict MD will admit that diet and exercise is a key part of PCOS management. The articles on this page are a great resource, and can be used as a conversation starter for you with your current practitioner.
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The effect of a high-protein, low glycemic–load diet versus a conventional, high glycemic–load diet on biochemical parameters associated with acne vulgaris: A randomized, investigator-masked, controlled trial
Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, In Press, Corrected Proof, Available online 19 April 2007,
Robyn N. Smith, Neil J. Mann, Anna Braue, Henna Mäkeläinen and George A. Varigos
Although weight loss was not be definitively precluded as the reason why acne was decreased following the study diet, it was great to read that those of us with PCOS related acne may have hope in using dietary changes. CLICK HERE FOR ABSTRACT
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Psychological benefits of a high-protein, low-carbohydrate diet in obese women with polycystic ovary syndrome—A pilot study
Appetite, In Press, Corrected Proof, Available online 4 April 2007,
Cherrie Galletly, Lisa Moran, Manny Noakes, Peter Clifton, Lisa Tomlinson and Robert Norman
This article addresses the feeling of wellbeing and improvment in self esteem which resulted in the dietary changes included in the study. CLICK HERE FOR ABSTRACT
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Role of diet in the treatment of polycystic ovary syndrome
Fertility and Sterility, Volume 85, Issue 3, March 2006, Pages 679-688
Crystal C. Douglas, Barbara A. Gower, Betty E. Darnell, Fernando Ovalle, Robert A. Oster and Ricardo Azziz
This study showed a significant response & relationship between reduced carbohydrate intake & insulin concentrations which researchers believe overtime will positively affect reproductive and endocrine outcomes. CLICK HERE FOR ABSTRACT
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Evaluation of ovarian functionality after a dietary treatment in obese women with polycystic ovary syndrome
European Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology and Reproductive Biology, Volume 119, Issue 1, 1 March 2005, Pages 87-93
A. Tolino, V. Gambardella, C. Caccavale, A. D’Ettore, F. Giannotti, V. D’Antò and C.L. De Falco
This study showed that through weight loss, including caloric restriction, women with PCOS experienced a decrease in free testosterone and insulin with consequent clinical improvment. CLICK HERE FOR ABSTRACT
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The role of lifestyle modification in polycystic ovary syndrome
Trends in Endocrinology and Metabolism, Volume 13, Issue 6, 1 August 2002, Pages 251-257
Robert J. Norman, Michael J. Davies, Jonathan Lord and Lisa J. Moran
Lifestyle modification should be the preferred initial treatment in overweight women with polycystic ovary syndrome, and include dietary modification, modest exercise, cessation of smoking and attention to the impact of psychosocial stressors. CLICK HERE FOR ABSTRACT
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N-acetyl-cysteine is a novel adjuvant to clomiphene citrate in clomiphene citrate–resistant patients with polycystic ovary syndrome
Fertility and Sterility, Volume 83, Issue 2, February 2005, Pages 367-370
Ahmed Y. Rizk, Mohamed A. Bedaiwy and Hesham G. Al-Inany
I currently use NAC as part of my own treatment. This study showed the benefit this supplement provided to individuals using it as an adjunct to medical treatment. Integrative medicine success! CLICK HERE FOR ABSTRACT
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Acupuncture in reproductive medicine: Overview and summary of recent studies
International Congress Series, Volume 1238, August 2002, Pages 149-156
Elisabet Stener-Victorin
I’ve been seeing a Traditional Chinese Medical doctor and receiving Acupuncture since 2005. This article addresses that such treatment ”merits consideration as an alternative or complement to traditional pharmacological treatments in reproductive medicine for improvement of uterine artery blood flow, for pain relief during oocyte aspiration, and for ovulation induction in women with PCOS” CLICK HERE FOR ABSTRACT