Gaynor Bussell: Pcos for Dummies, Kartoniert / Broschiert

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Practical advice and information for living with polycystic ovary syndrome

PCOS For Dummies is a practical, plain-English guide to living with and managing polycystic ovary syndrome, a condition that affects 10 percent of women. You'll get the facts on treatment options, including traditional medical treatments and alternative therapies.

• PCOS 101 -- understand what PCOS is, what causes it, the symptoms that may accompany it, what to expect as you age, and how you can manage it
• Work it, girl -- find out how diet, exercise, medications, supplements, and keeping a healthy mind-body balance can help control PCOS symptoms
• It's okay to moan about hormones -- get expert advice and guidance on how to tackle PCOS-related difficulties with your hormones, menstrual cycle, and fertility
• Oh, baby -- discover the latest treatment options available to help you conceive (with or without medical help) and deliver a healthy baby

Open the book and find:

• Common symptoms and side effects
• Medications, supplements, and alternative therapies
• Rules for managing your PCOS with a healthy diet and exercise
• How PCOS can affect the menstrual cycle and fertility
• The various infertility treatments for PCOS
• Ten symptoms you can immediately take action on
• PCOS superfoods
• Places to go for information and support

Learn to:

• Understand the causes and symptoms of PCOS
• Manage your condition with diet and exercise
• Grasp the treatments and medicine available