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#248: Are you struggling with breakouts and frustrated by skincare products that don’t seem to work? We’re thrilled to be joined by Danielle Gronich and Kayleigh Christina, the brilliant minds behind CLEARSTEM Skincare.
Danielle, known as the Acne Guru, is a Licensed Clinical Esthetician with a deep understanding of skin health, while Kayleigh, a Certified Holistic Nutritionist, successfully healed her own cystic acne with Danielle’s guidance. Together, they created CLEARSTEM—the first toxin-free skincare brand that targets both acne and aging.
We dive into the connection between PCOS, skincare, and cystic acne, offering actionable tips on how to manage breakouts effectively.
PS don’t forget to use code PCOS for 15% off on CLEARSTEM’s website at clearstem.com/PCOS-podcast!
But we don’t stop there. In this episode, we teach you how to get started with your skincare journey for PCOS, including tips on finding your skin type and where to begin. Whether you’re overwhelmed by your current routine or just unsure where to start, this episode has got you covered.
We also discuss the ideal skincare routine for addressing the underlying hormonal issues related to PCOS and highlight key ingredients that are particularly beneficial for hormonal acne.
Use code PCOS for 15% off on CLEARSTEM’s website at clearstem.com/PCOS-podcast!
Download The Cysterhood App, the largest community of PCOS women learning to lose weight & reverse symptoms with daily meals & workouts designed for PCOS!
What’s Your PCOS Type? - Take the quiz!
Supplements for Women With PCOS (https://ovafit.org/metabolism-plus/)
Ovasitol: 15% OFF (https://ovafit.org/ovasitol/)
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While Tallene is a Registered Dietitian and Sirak a Personal Trainer, this podcast provides general information about PCOS. It is not meant to serve as fitness, nutrition or medical advice related to your individual needs. If you have questions, please talk to a medical professional. For our full privacy policy, please click on the following link: (bit.ly/PCOSPrivacyPolicy)
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#247: Are you tempted by the latest viral diet trends on TikTok or Instagram? You’re not alone! With so many diets claiming to be the solution for PCOS weight loss, it can be hard to know which ones are worth your time.
In this episode, Tallene, a registered dietitian specializing in PCOS, dives into popular diets promoted for PCOS and offers her expert opinion on which ones truly support weight loss and symptom management.
Discover the facts behind the fads and learn how to choose a diet that aligns with your PCOS needs.
Tune in if:
- You're still searching for the right diet to help you thrive with PCOS.
- You’re curious but cautious about the diets you see on social media.
- You want a diet that alleviates your symptoms rather than aggravates them.
Download The Cysterhood App, the largest community of PCOS women learning to lose weight & reverse symptoms with daily meals & workouts designed for PCOS!
What’s Your PCOS Type? - Take the quiz!
Supplements for Women With PCOS (https://ovafit.org/metabolism-plus/)
Ovasitol: 15% OFF (https://ovafit.org/ovasitol/)
CONNECT WITH US:
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While Tallene is a Registered Dietitian and Sirak a Personal Trainer, this podcast provides general information about PCOS. It is not meant to serve as fitness, nutrition or medical advice related to your individual needs. If you have questions, please talk to a medical professional. For our full privacy policy, please click on the following link: (bit.ly/PCOSPrivacyPolicy)
Links included in this description may be affiliate links. If you purchase a product or service with the links that we provide, we may receive a small commission. There is no additional charge to you! Thank you for supporting our channel so we can continue to provide you with free content each week!
#246: Ever feel like your cravings are just too uncontrollable and wreck so much havoc? To others, we may sound over dramatic, but PCOS cravings are truly like no other monster.
In this episode, we’ll go over why our cravings (especially for sweets) feel like they are taking over our PCOS journeys. We’ll also share tips on how you can manage and reverse this symptom!
This episode is for you if:
- You thought having a “sweet tooth” was a personality trait, but it’s really your PCOS taking over
- You feel addicted to sugar, and it’s keeping you from losing weight with PCOS
- You want to get your cravings under control and finally reach your health goals with PCOS
Download The Cysterhood App, the largest community of PCOS women learning to lose weight & reverse symptoms with daily meals & workouts designed for PCOS!
What’s Your PCOS Type? - Take the quiz!
Supplements for Women With PCOS (https://ovafit.org/metabolism-plus/)
Ovasitol: 15% OFF (https://ovafit.org/ovasitol/)
CONNECT WITH US:
Website (https://pcosweightloss.org/)
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While Tallene is a Registered Dietitian and Sirak a Personal Trainer, this podcast provides general information about PCOS. It is not meant to serve as fitness, nutrition or medical advice related to your individual needs. If you have questions, please talk to a medical professional. For our full privacy policy, please click on the following link: (bit.ly/PCOSPrivacyPolicy)
Links included in this description may be affiliate links. If you purchase a product or service with the links that we provide, we may receive a small commission. There is no additional charge to you! Thank you for supporting our channel so we can continue to provide you with free content each week!
#245: Perimenopause and menopause can be overwhelming, often leaving PCOS women feeling anxious, confused, and isolated as they navigate their changing bodies.
On today’s episode, we chat with Dr. Liz Lyster, who is an OB/GYN medical doctor, best-selling author and speaker, and an expert in perimenopause and menopause.
In this episode, Dr. Lyster discusses the significant physical and emotional challenges that many PCOS women face during perimenopause and menopause, the startling lack of support available to most in Western medicine, and the power of community to transform these challenging life stages into opportunities for growth and empowerment.
This episode is for you if:
- You've been feeling anxious about perimenopause and menopause
- You want to hear from a doctor who specializes in women’s health
- You're interested in proactive strategies to manage PCOS and potentially ease the transition into menopause.
Dr. Liz Lyster is a passionate Women’s Midlife Health Expert dedicated to empowering women to embrace their health and happiness with vigor and joy. With a career rooted in a deep commitment to wellness, she brings a holistic approach to menopause care, integrating medical expertise with life-changing programs. Get a free copy of Dr. Lyster’s most recent bestseller eBook here (https://drlizmd.com/free-book)!
Download The Cysterhood App, the largest community of PCOS women learning to lose weight & reverse symptoms with daily meals & workouts designed for PCOS!
What’s Your PCOS Type? - Take the quiz!
Supplements for Women With PCOS (https://ovafit.org/metabolism-plus/)
Ovasitol: 15% OFF (https://ovafit.org/ovasitol/)
CONNECT WITH US:
Website (https://pcosweightloss.org/)
Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/pcos.weightloss/)
Tik Tok (https://www.tiktok.com/@pcos.weight.loss)
Pinterest (https://www.pinterest.com/pcosweightloss/)
While Tallene is a Registered Dietitian and Sirak a Personal Trainer, this podcast provides general information about PCOS. It is not meant to serve as fitness, nutrition or medical advice related to your individual needs. If you have questions, please talk to a medical professional. For our full privacy policy, please click on the following link: (bit.ly/PCOSPrivacyPolicy)
Links included in this description may be affiliate links. If you purchase a product or service with the links that we provide, we may receive a small commission. There is no additional charge to you! Thank you for supporting our channel so we can continue to provide you with free content each week!
#244: Is it PCOS? Is it Endometriosis? Or is it both? The wonderful Dr. Samina Mitha, a naturopathic doctor and fellow PCOS Cyster, joins us to discuss the difference between endometriosis and PCOS.
In this episode, Dr. Mitha talks about the symptoms and treatments to look out for, and how to thrive with these hormonal conditions!
This episode is for you if:
- Your symptoms point to both endometriosis and PCOS and you’re not sure which condition you have
- You are looking for a naturopathic and holistic approach to healing and managing your symptoms
- You are looking for a doctor who has a deep understanding of PCOS and Endometriosis
For more resources from Dr. Mitha, check out her website (https://saminamitha.com) and Instagram @dr.saminamitha.nd (https://www.instagram.com/dr.saminamitha.nd/) to learn more!
Dr. Mitha's deep understanding of PCOS not only stems from her extensive academic training but also from her own personal battle with the condition. Through her journey of struggle, self-discovery, and empowerment, Dr. Mitha has dedicated her life and career to helping women with PCOS navigate their own paths to wellness.
Our previous episode with Dr. Samina Mitha: https://pcosweightloss.org/treating-pcos-dr-samina/
https://pcosweightloss.org/podcast-episode-pcos-progesterone/
Download The Cysterhood App, the largest community of PCOS women learning to lose weight & reverse symptoms with daily meals & workouts designed for PCOS!
What’s Your PCOS Type? - Take the quiz!
Supplements for Women With PCOS (https://ovafit.org/metabolism-plus/)
Ovasitol: 15% OFF (https://ovafit.org/ovasitol/)
CONNECT WITH US:
Website (https://pcosweightloss.org/)
Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/pcos.weightloss/)
Tik Tok (https://www.tiktok.com/@pcos.weight.loss)
Pinterest (https://www.pinterest.com/pcosweightloss/)
While Tallene is a Registered Dietitian and Sirak a Personal Trainer, this podcast provides general information about PCOS. It is not meant to serve as fitness, nutrition or medical advice related to your individual needs. If you have questions, please talk to a medical professional. For our full privacy policy, please click on the following link: (bit.ly/PCOSPrivacyPolicy)
Links included in this description may be affiliate links. If you purchase a product or service with the links that we provide, we may receive a small commission. There is no additional charge to you! Thank you for supporting our channel so we can continue to provide you with free content each week!
#243: Tired of confusing advice about PCOS and metabolism?
In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Lara Briden, a naturopathic doctor and the bestselling author of The Period Repair Manual, The Hormone Repair Manual, and her new book, Metabolism Repair for Women.
We'll dive deep into the naturopathic approach to reversing PCOS, explore how to improve your metabolism for better overall health, and get Dr. Briden's take on the latest PCOS research.
This episode is for you if:
- You want to improve your metabolism but traditional diets haven't worked for you
- You're looking for natural approaches to managing PCOS that don't rely on birth control
- You're interested in learning more about PCOS through the eyes of a Naturopathic Doctor
Dr. Lara Briden has over 20 years of experience helping women with PCOS regulate their cycles, improve their metabolism, and ditch birth control (if that's their goal!). Her new book, The Metabolism Reset,is out now on major outlets including Amazon. For more resources, visit her website (https://www.larabriden.com/).
Our previous episode with Dr. Lara Briden: https://pcosweightloss.org/period-repair-pcos-weight-loss/
Download The Cysterhood App, the largest community of PCOS women learning to lose weight & reverse symptoms with daily meals & workouts designed for PCOS!
What’s Your PCOS Type? - Take the quiz!
Supplements for Women With PCOS (https://ovafit.org/metabolism-plus/)
Ovasitol: 15% OFF (https://ovafit.org/ovasitol/)
CONNECT WITH US:
Website (https://pcosweightloss.org/)
Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/pcos.weightloss/)
Tik Tok (https://www.tiktok.com/@pcos.weight.loss)
Pinterest (https://www.pinterest.com/pcosweightloss/)
While Tallene is a Registered Dietitian and Sirak a Personal Trainer, this podcast provides general information about PCOS. It is not meant to serve as fitness, nutrition or medical advice related to your individual needs. If you have questions, please talk to a medical professional. For our full privacy policy, please click on the following link: (bit.ly/PCOSPrivacyPolicy)
Links included in this description may be affiliate links. If you purchase a product or service with the links that we provide, we may receive a small commission. There is no additional charge to you! Thank you for supporting our channel so we can continue to provide you with free content each week!
#242: Are you having signs and symptoms of “leaky gut” but your doctor is telling you that’s not a real thing? We’ll help you get to the bottom of this through a PCOS perspective!
In this episode, we’ll go over what causes leaky gut, how it relates to PCOS, and how you can treat and manage your symptoms.
This episode is for you if:
- You frequently experience digestive issues such as diarrhea or constipation, bloating, gas, abdominal pain or discomfort, indigestion, nausea or vomiting
- Your doctors have run tests for your digestive symptoms, and they keep saying “you’re fine” even though it doesn’t feel fine
- You want to target the root causes of these symptoms and stop the daily struggle
Download The Cysterhood App, the largest community of PCOS women learning to lose weight & reverse symptoms with daily meals & workouts designed for PCOS!
What’s Your PCOS Type? - Take the quiz!
Supplements for Women With PCOS (https://ovafit.org/metabolism-plus/)
Ovasitol: 15% OFF (https://ovafit.org/ovasitol/)
CONNECT WITH US:
Website (https://pcosweightloss.org/)
Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/pcos.weightloss/)
Tik Tok (https://www.tiktok.com/@pcos.weight.loss)
Pinterest (https://www.pinterest.com/pcosweightloss/)
While Tallene is a Registered Dietitian and Sirak a Personal Trainer, this podcast provides general information about PCOS. It is not meant to serve as fitness, nutrition or medical advice related to your individual needs. If you have questions, please talk to a medical professional. For our full privacy policy, please click on the following link: (bit.ly/PCOSPrivacyPolicy)
Links included in this description may be affiliate links. If you purchase a product or service with the links that we provide, we may receive a small commission. There is no additional charge to you! Thank you for supporting our channel so we can continue to provide you with free content each week!
#241: Did you know that drinking tea can help with so many of our PCOS symptoms? Yes, Cyster! This includes our facial hair, cystic acne, weight management, period regulation, and so much more!
In this episode, we’ll go over our top herbal teas for PCOS…including a brand new one that you for sure want to drink for your testosterone levels!
This episode is for you if:
- You're tired of plucking chin hairs or brushing clumps of hair out of your head
- You’re ready to drink your PCOS symptoms away…in a healthy way
- You want to kick your coffee or soda habits, but still want a refreshing and tasty alternative
Order Testosterone Relief Tea! (https://ovafit.org/testosterone-relief-tea/)
Download The Cysterhood App, the largest community of PCOS women learning to lose weight & reverse symptoms with daily meals & workouts designed for PCOS!
What’s Your PCOS Type? - Take the quiz!
Supplements for Women With PCOS (https://ovafit.org/metabolism-plus/)
Ovasitol: 15% OFF (https://ovafit.org/ovasitol/)
CONNECT WITH US:
Website (https://pcosweightloss.org/)
Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/pcos.weightloss/)
Tik Tok (https://www.tiktok.com/@pcos.weight.loss)
Pinterest (https://www.pinterest.com/pcosweightloss/)
While Tallene is a Registered Dietitian and Sirak a Personal Trainer, this podcast provides general information about PCOS. It is not meant to serve as fitness, nutrition or medical advice related to your individual needs. If you have questions, please talk to a medical professional. For our full privacy policy, please click on the following link: (bit.ly/PCOSPrivacyPolicy)
Links included in this description may be affiliate links. If you purchase a product or service with the links that we provide, we may receive a small commission. There is no additional charge to you! Thank you for supporting our channel so we can continue to provide you with free content each week!
#240: It’s Q&A time! In this episode, we took to Instagram and TikTok to answer your burning questions about PCOS.
Tune in as we dive into a wide range of topics, including how to lower cortisol levels, understanding the role of Ozempic, meal planning for PCOS weight loss, and much more!
This episode is for you if:
- You’re looking for effective ways to manage PCOS and finally lose weight
- You love engaging, real-time Q&A sessions with experts who understand your journey
- You want to connect with others facing similar challenges
Download The Cysterhood App, the largest community of PCOS women learning to lose weight & reverse symptoms with daily meals & workouts designed for PCOS!
What’s Your PCOS Type? - Take the quiz!
Supplements for Women With PCOS (https://ovafit.org/metabolism-plus/)
Ovasitol: 15% OFF (https://ovafit.org/ovasitol/)
CONNECT WITH US:
Website (https://pcosweightloss.org/)
Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/pcos.weightloss/)
Tik Tok (https://www.tiktok.com/@pcos.weight.loss)
Pinterest (https://www.pinterest.com/pcosweightloss/)
While Tallene is a Registered Dietitian and Sirak a Personal Trainer, this podcast provides general information about PCOS. It is not meant to serve as fitness, nutrition or medical advice related to your individual needs. If you have questions, please talk to a medical professional. For our full privacy policy, please click on the following link: (bit.ly/PCOSPrivacyPolicy)
Links included in this description may be affiliate links. If you purchase a product or service with the links that we provide, we may receive a small commission. There is no additional charge to you! Thank you for supporting our channel so we can continue to provide you with free content each week!
#239: It’s the 5 year anniversary of The Cysterhood! Today we're turning the spotlight to the women of our amazing community of women who have stayed committed to their PCOS journeys.
For this special episode, we'll be sharing their raw, unfiltered stories, their challenges overcome, and their triumphs celebrated.
This episode is for you if:
- You find inspiration in hearing about real life before and after stories of other women conquering their PCOS
- You are struggling with weight loss, managing multiple symptoms, or having trouble staying motivated with PCOS
- You want to know exactly how our Cysters reached their health goals and reversed their symptoms
To celebrate, we are giving away the 4 Week Meal & Workout Plan for FREE and more exclusive bonuses, when you sign up to an annual plan in The Cysterhood…did we mention that the annual plan is also 40% off?! Download The Cysterhood App, and join the largest community of PCOS women learning to lose weight & reverse symptoms with daily meals & workouts designed for PCOS!
What’s Your PCOS Type? - Take the quiz!
Supplements for Women With PCOS (https://ovafit.org/metabolism-plus/)
Ovasitol: 15% OFF (https://ovafit.org/ovasitol/)
CONNECT WITH US:
Website (https://pcosweightloss.org/)
Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/pcos.weightloss/)
Tik Tok (https://www.tiktok.com/@pcos.weight.loss)
Pinterest (https://www.pinterest.com/pcosweightloss/)
While Tallene is a Registered Dietitian and Sirak a Personal Trainer, this podcast provides general information about PCOS. It is not meant to serve as fitness, nutrition or medical advice related to your individual needs. If you have questions, please talk to a medical professional. For our full privacy policy, please click on the following link: (bit.ly/PCOSPrivacyPolicy)
Links included in this description may be affiliate links. If you purchase a product or service with the links that we provide, we may receive a small commission. There is no additional charge to you! Thank you for supporting our channel so we can continue to provide you with free content each week!
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