Insulin resistance is a precursor to type 2 diabetes and a root driver of many metabolic conditions including PCOS. Herbal support can significantly improve insulin sensitivity alongside diet and exercise.
Insulin resistance is a precursor to type 2 diabetes and a root driver of many metabolic conditions including PCOS. Herbal support can significantly improve insulin sensitivity alongside diet and exercise.
Weight gain especially abdominal, fatigue after meals, sugar cravings, skin darkening in folds (acanthosis nigricans), PCOS symptoms in women.
Get A1c testing to assess progression. Metabolic syndrome requires medical monitoring. Work with provider if PCOS, pre-diabetes, or diabetes diagnosed.
Low-glycemic diet, regular exercise especially strength training, adequate sleep, stress management, weight management, intermittent eating windows for some.
Berberine has strong research, comparable to metformin for blood sugar. Cinnamon for glucose control. Gymnema sylvestre blocks sugar absorption. Bitter Melon for blood sugar. Fenugreek seeds. Holy Basil and Turmeric for inflammation.
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