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PCOS Support Protocol

A root-cause protocol for PCOS that targets insulin resistance, inflammation and hormone balance through diet, exercise, supplements, and prescription options decided with a clinician.

Evidence Score

66/100

Developer

Fiona McCulloch, functional medicine approaches

Duration

3 to 6 months to see hormonal changes, then ongoing habits

Steps

14 phases

Used for

5 conditions

Protocol Overview

A root-cause protocol for PCOS that targets insulin resistance, inflammation and hormone balance through diet, exercise, supplements, and prescription options decided with a clinician.

Used For

PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome)irregular periodshirsutisminfertilityinsulin resistance

Key Resources

8 Steps to Reverse Your PCOS by Fiona McCulloch, PCOS Nutrition Center, research on inositol for PCOS

Safety Profile

Contraindications & Risks
Berberine interacts with several medicines and can add to the effect of diabetes medicines; check with your prescriber. Spearmint, saw palmetto and spironolactone are not for pregnancy or trying to conceive. If you take medicine for blood sugar, your prescriber must adjust it before you start a low-carb diet or berberine. Stop most supplements and check with your clinician once pregnant
Important Notes

PCOS is the most common hormonal disorder in women (about 8 to 13 percent). Insulin resistance plays a role in most cases. Inositol has randomized trials showing better ovulation and lower testosterone, with the 40:1 myo to D-chiro ratio most studied. Small trials suggest berberine improves insulin markers. NAC has trials for several PCOS measures. Diet and exercise are the foundation. Birth control is often prescribed for cycle control; it doesn't address insulin resistance, so this protocol can be used alongside it, and any change to it is made with your prescriber. Many people see more regular cycles, fewer symptoms and better fertility with this approach.

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EvidenceModerate
Evidence Score66/100
Categorynutrition
Duration3 to 6 months to see hormonal changes, then ongoing habits

About Evidence Score

The Evidence Score (0 to 100) rates the strength of evidence from studies in people for the uses listed: higher means stronger, more consistent research. It does not measure safety. It is not medical advice.

For education, not medical advice. Talk with a licensed clinician before you start, and never stop or change a prescribed medication without your prescriber.