How much do you know about Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)? This condition is estimated to affect between 1 in every 10 to 20 women in the United States and is often mis/under-diagnosed. While a diagnosis of PCOS can be challenging, the wonderful news is that at Pulling Down the Moon we have excellent success at treating women with this condition with yoga, acupuncture/TCM, nutrition and therapeutic massage. Take our quiz to test your knowledge of PCOS and learn more about holistic strategies to heal and minimize symptoms of PCOS.
This quiz is meant for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice. Use this quiz as a jumping off point for discussing any potential symptoms with your physician and exploring available treatment methods.
Omega-3 fatty acids (EPA/DHA)
Vitamin D
Myo-inositol
All of the above
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Lower anxiety levels more than a program of conventional physical exercise
Lower blood sugar and cholesterol levels better than a program of conventional physical exercise
Lower testosterone more effectively than conventional physical exercise
All of the above
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Help restore ovulation in women with PCOS
Increase pregnancy success in women with PCOS when used in conjunction with the fertility drug clomid when compared to cycles using clomid alone.
Has been shown to lower circulating stress hormones in women with PCOS
All of the above
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Irregular or no periods
Acne and excess break-outs
Difficulty losing weight
Very thin, athletic build
Hair growth in a male pattern (chin, chest, abdomen)
All of the above
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An ovulation-inducing drug like clomid or letrozole/Femara
Lifestyle program that includes dietary change, exercise and weight-loss (where necessary)
In-vitro Fertilization
Birth control pills
Metformin
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Damp
Classic
Overheated
Stuck
Sassy
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True
False
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True
False
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Avoid whole grains
Eat a lot of red meat
Cut back on fats from avocado, nuts and seeds
Eat full-fat dairy
Avoid fruit
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