Can Yoga Help Manage PCOS?

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Can Yoga Help Manage PCOS?
What is PCOS? An insight A hormonal disorder,
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome or PCOS, is being
increasingly seen in women across the
world. Though research on nailing down the exact
cause is ongoing, factors such genes and
lifestyle may cause hormonal imbalances that
lead to PCOS. An increase in pollution, noise,
chaos and pandemic fatigue also reflect deeply
on our bodies, worsening the condition. My name
is Aditi Uppal and I have been practising Yoga
for 10 years now. I have worked with over 100
women who were suffering from PCOS and chose to
try yoga as a solution. The condition is
complicated and demands holistic lifestyle
modification including an appropriate diet,
medical attention as well as physical activity.
Yoga has proven to help most of my clients
tremendously on their journey. The Key
Contributor? Hormonal Imbalance To put it in
short, the key culprit behind PCOS are
androgensmale hormones that are present in every
female body. A disturbance in the balance of
these hormones can cause a long list of symptoms
associated with PCOS, such as irregular menstrual
cycles, hirsutism (excess body hair), acne,
infertility, and pelvic pain. BUT, there is
hope! Yoga regulates multiple bodily functions
and helps manage PCOS effectively. It not just
deals with symptoms such as irregular menstrual
cycles, and weight gainbut also helps combat the
after-effects of stress and anxiety. How can
Yoga Breathwork help? So far, researchers have
not found any single cure for PCOS. Women must
mix and match and find what works for them. A
routine with physical activity and a correct diet
can go a long way in managing PCOS. Research has
also shown that a well-curated routine centred
around Yoga asanas for PCOS, can be an effective
form of intervention. Hormone Regulation PCOS can
result in higher insulin resistance, and can also
affect your overall lipid profile, leading to
higher cholesterol, and complications with regard
to cardiovascular health. Research has shown that
a carefully designed routine of yoga for
irregular periods and PCOS can contribute to
improving the resistance values of glucose,
lipids, and insulin in adolescent girls, thereby
restoring hormonal balance in the body. Keeping
Weight In Check
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Insulin resistance causes a build-up of sugars in
the blood, making weight gain an unfortunate side
effect of the condition which further affects
a number of bodily functions, and can also place
extra strain on cardiovascular and circulatory
function. Sequences of energetic postures are a
great way to ensure you get regular exercise
which helps maintain healthy body weight and
limits the impact that the condition has on the
body. Pain Relief PCOS can cause ovarian cysts to
develop, which may lead to pain in the pelvic and
abdominal regions. Gentler yoga asanas can help
relax these muscles, thereby providing pain
relief, as well as reducing the frequency and
intensity of the pain itself. Mental
Wellness PCOS may also cause inflammation, which
results in higher levels of cortisol a hormone
that contributes to symptoms of stress and even
depression. Breathwork and guided meditation
techniques such as visualization train the mind
to shed negative emotions and have proven to be
effective tools to help deal with stress and
anxiety. Asanas That Can Help With PCOS The key
is to be consistent. Users who have practised
with us for 3 months have come back reporting
regularised menstrual cycles, and an even shorter
duration of disciplined practice will help you
see a change in your energy levels. It is
important to keep at it.