The Root Cause of Inflammation

10/01/24 • 17 min

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In this episode we’ll continue our deep dive into the root causes of PCOS with a focus on inflammation, a key player that often goes unrecognized. Listen now to explore how inflammation interacts with our bodies and exacerbates PCOS symptoms, as well as unravel the complexities of the hormonal feedback loops.

Understanding Inflammation's Role in PCOS

In this episode, you will learn about inflammation's impact on PCOS beyond the surface symptoms. I’ll explain how even without overt medical conditions, subtle ongoing inflammatory responses can intensify PCOS symptoms. This episode is crucial for anyone struggling to connect their lifestyle and environmental influences to improve their PCOS symptoms.

Lifestyle Factors and Inflammatory Responses

Explore how everyday choices can inadvertently invite inflammatory responses that worsen PCOS symptoms. This episode provides insights into how diet, stress, and environmental toxins play roles in inflammation. More importantly, it offers practical advice on mitigating these effects through informed lifestyle changes.

Navigating Misconceptions and Medical Advice

If you've been struggling with limited medical support for your PCOS, this episode aims to clarify common misconceptions about inflammation and its indicators. You'll gain insight into the critical importance of medical options within the specific context of PCOS, advocating for a more nuanced and informed approach to managing the condition.

Stay tuned and subscribe to ensure you don't miss out on invaluable insights in this mini-ongoing series designed to empower you in your fight against PCOS. Until next time, take care and nurture your health!

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https://nourishedtohealthy.com/119

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Understanding Inflammation's Role in PCOS

Lifestyle Factors and Inflammatory Responses

Navigating Misconceptions and Medical Advice

You can take the quiz to discover your root cause here

The full list of Resources & References Mentioned can be found on the Episode webpage at:
https://nourishedtohealthy.com/119

Let’s continue the conversation on Instagram!
What did you find helpful in this episode and what follow-up questions do you have?

Previous Episode

The Insulin Effect Root Cause

In this episode, part of our ongoing mini-series on PCOS root causes, we delve deep into the insulin effect—how it uniquely impacts PCOS beyond traditional notions of insulin resistance. Learn the subtleties of insulin’s role and its broad implications, regardless of routine lab results.
The Insulin Effect
Discover the concept of the "insulin effect" which extends beyond classic insulin resistance to influence PCOS symptoms through less noticeable mechanisms. Learn how normal insulin activity might still provoke PCOS symptoms by stimulating the ovaries to produce excess androgens, even when bloodwork appears normal.
Medical Misconceptions
Learn the common disconnect between standard medical testing and the real-world implications of insulin's impact on the body. Understand why typical lab results might not fully capture the extent of insulin-related issues and what that means for managing PCOS.
Influence of Lifestyle on Insulin Sensitivity
Examine how modern lifestyle choices—like diet and stress levels—play a significant role in magnifying the insulin effect. Get actionable advice on modifying diet and lifestyle to better manage insulin levels and reduce its impact on PCOS symptoms. Discover how lifestyle adjustments can have such a tremendous impact on PCOS health.
You can take the quiz to discover your root cause hereThe full list of Resources & References Mentioned can be found on the Episode webpage at:
https://nourishedtohealthy.com/118 Let’s continue the conversation on Instagram!
What did you find helpful in this episode and what follow-up questions do you have?

Next Episode

The Root Cause of Hormone and Nutritional Disturbances

This episode concludes our PCOS root cause mini-series focusing on the hormone and nutritional disturbance root cause. As we reach the root cause pyramid’s apex, we explore the intricate connections between hormonal imbalances, nutritional deficiencies, and PCOS symptoms.

Understanding Hormonal and Nutritional Disturbances:

In this episode you will learn about the hormone and nutritional disturbance root cause, shedding light on how external factors like birth control or health problems can trigger hormonal chaos. We explore how seemingly minor changes in our hormonal environment can cascade into significant symptoms and disruptions in PCOS management.

Hormonal Chaos

Learn how abrupt changes such as stopping birth control can lead to severe hormonal imbalances, impacting overall health and exacerbating PCOS symptoms. This episode also reviews how intertwined insulin effects and inflammation are with hormonal disturbances, influencing the severity and management of PCOS.

Managing the Complexities

As we wrap up our series, we encourage revisiting previous episodes to grasp the interconnected nature of PCOS’s root fully causes. Each episode builds upon the last, offering a comprehensive understanding of how to tackle this complex condition from multiple angles. Including strategies for managing PCOS, from practical tips for managing weight, and regulating hormones, to incorporating a healthy lifestyle to mitigate the impacts of these disturbances.