Health Tips for Diabetes And PCOS

Health Tips for Diabetes And PCOS

Diabetes (both types 1 and 2) and PCOS can lead to irregular periods as well as irregular blood flows, or even missing periods. As they are intertwined to each other, meaning one can lead to another, individuals that have one or both of these or are at risk of having them must follow these tips to prevent these diseases and maintain menstrual health and overall well-being.

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Best solutions to control pCOS and diabetes

Diet

Maintain a balanced died with minimum processed foods and added and artificial sugars can help decrease blood sugar and insulin levels, which are affected by both diabetes and PCOS.

Exercise

Exercise is a great activity to do during menstruation, for every menstruating individual, especially if you have these conditions.

Tracking

Track your menstrual cycle to identify any patterns or irregularities or any potential triggers for pains or bleeding.

Communication

Establish strong communications with your doctors and healthcare providers so that if any medical concerns arise, such as about your periods or blood sugar, you are able to seek assistance quickly.

Stress Management

Stress is a major contributor to hormone fluctuation, thus incorporating stress-reducing activities can help with hormonal balance.

Adequate Sleep

Aiming for adequate sleep plays a major role in hormonal regulation, as well as overall health – Meaning that aiming for an adequate sleep of 8 hours or more will decrease diabetes and PCOS symptoms.