Learn all about PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome) with your hosts Tallene & Sirak! We are a husband and wife duo who specialize as a PCOS dietitian & a PCOS personal trainer to help break down the root causes of PCOS and provide you the best information on PCOS treatments, supplements, and much more! www.PCOSweightloss.org
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#261: Call us dramatic, but doesn’t chronic cortisol levels (due to PCOS) mixed with new high cortisol levels (from the stress of the holidays) feel like an attack on women with PCOS? For this episode, we hope to support you so that you remember you’re not alone in feeling the pressure of the holidays and how it can impact your PCOS symptoms.
Today we'll explore strategies to help you manage holiday stress, reduce cortisol, and enjoy a more peaceful and fulfilling holiday season.
This episode is for you if:
- The holidays are typically the season when your symptoms from stress are uncontrollable
- You want tips for keeping up with your PCOS journey during the holidays
- You’re nervous the holiday season will throw off all you’ve done for your 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/)
Testosterone Relief Tea (https://ovafit.org/testosterone-relief-tea/)
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!
Tuesday Nov 19, 2024
Tuesday Nov 19, 2024
#260: Struggling to find the perfect gift for a woman with PCOS? Look no further! In this episode, we dive into a curated list of thoughtful and practical gift ideas that can make a difference in our PCOS journeys.
From stress management tools to fitness equipment and self-care essentials, we've got our Cysters and those who want to gift them covered. Discover the best gifts to support hormonal balance, improve overall well-being, and more.
This episode is for you if:
- You want your loved ones to have a go-to list with a PCOS gift ideas for you
- You also have fellow Cysters that you want to give thoughtful and practical gifts too
- You want to treat yourself to something that will take your PCOS journey to the next level
Gifts we mention:
Schmidt's Deodorant: https://amzn.to/3CyojRF
Ilia skin tint: https://amzn.to/4hO6AWu
Mad Hippie face cream: https://amzn.to/40Nt43O
Yeti Tumbler: https://amzn.to/3AJxQ7Q
Zwilling meal prep containers: https://amzn.to/4fqIwaD
Green Glass storage containers: https://amzn.to/3CoomPN
Dumbbells: https://amzn.to/40RlSng
Kindle: https://amzn.to/3CwovRl
Glass drink dispenser: https://amzn.to/3O7B8oC
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/)
Testosterone Relief Tea (https://ovafit.org/testosterone-relief-tea/)
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!
Tuesday Nov 12, 2024
Tuesday Nov 12, 2024
#259: Create sustainable, hormone-balancing eating habits with this list of pantry must-haves for a healthy PCOS-friendly diet.
In this episode, we want to help you be able to quickly and easily go to the grocery store, shop, and have a stocked pantry with yummy, easy, and efficient essentials to make nutrient-rich foods that manage the symptoms of PCOS!
Sirak, my husband and PCOS personal trainer, and I, a Registered Dietitian, are here to help! Let’s start by stocking up your pantry with your PCOS essentials.
It’s time to eat the food you love, which loves you back – PCOS style!
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/)
Testosterone Relief Tea (https://ovafit.org/testosterone-relief-tea/)
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!
Tuesday Nov 05, 2024
Tuesday Nov 05, 2024
#258: Sharing our PCOS with our family can make us feel so exposed! This holiday season, you might be dreading the incoming questions of your new lifestyle or new diagnosis.
In this episode, we share just how you can navigate these family conversations about your PCOS with grace and ease.
This episode is for you if:
- Talking about your health journey with your family makes you feel anxious
- You want in control of the conversation when others ask you about your diet or symptoms
- This is the first time you’re sharing anything about PCOS with your loved ones
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/)
Testosterone Relief Tea (https://ovafit.org/testosterone-relief-tea/)
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!
Tuesday Oct 29, 2024
Tuesday Oct 29, 2024
#257: The holidays are approaching so you know what that means….potlucks, parties, and lots of dessert! Will our PCOS journeys survive? What about all the hard work we put in all year long? Don’t stress Cysters…you can have your (gluten-free) cake and eat it too!
In this episode, we are going to talk about our strategies for attending food gatherings that may have food items that trigger our symptoms.
This episode is for you if:
- You worked hard on your PCOS journey, but don’t want to lose it all because of the holiday season
- You want to find a balance between enjoying foods you normally wouldn’t have AND reaching your PCOS goals
- You’re nervous about what others might ask about your food choices and 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/)
Testosterone Relief Tea (https://ovafit.org/testosterone-relief-tea/)
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!
Tuesday Oct 22, 2024
Tuesday Oct 22, 2024
#256: Were you prescribed birth control right after being diagnosed with PCOS? Same here! But did they mention it wouldn’t actually heal your symptoms?
In this episode, we dive into the truth about PCOS and the birth control pill—covering what your doctor might not have shared, like the potential side effects and how to safely stop taking it without throwing your hormones off balance.
This episode is for you if:
- You’ve been told birth control is the only way to manage your PCOS
- You’re currently on the pill, but struggling with the side effects
- You want to stop taking the pill without your PCOS symptoms coming back
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/)
Testosterone Relief Tea (https://ovafit.org/testosterone-relief-tea/)
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!
Tuesday Oct 15, 2024
Tuesday Oct 15, 2024
#255: Raise your hand if you’ve ever been personally victimized by high cortisol levels! Whether you have PCOS or not, many of us have experienced this at some point.
In this episode, we’ll explore the link between PCOS and high cortisol, and dive into lifestyle changes and supplements that can help you manage elevated cortisol levels.
This episode is for you if:
- You struggle with symptoms like moon face, stubborn weight gain, fatigue, or other issues linked to high cortisol.
- You’re looking for natural ways to reduce your cortisol levels.
- You want to learn about the most effective supplements for lowering cortisol.
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/)
Testosterone Relief Tea (https://ovafit.org/testosterone-relief-tea/)
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!
Tuesday Oct 08, 2024
Tuesday Oct 08, 2024
#254: Have you ever heard the expression that PCOS “is the diabetes of the ovaries”? But does this mean we actually have diabetes?
In this episode, we’re diving deep into this comparison, unraveling the connections between PCOS and insulin resistance, and exploring how understanding this link can empower you to better manage your PCOS.
This episode is for you if:
- Your blood sugar levels are high and, your doctor said you’re pre-diabetic
- You’re looking for natural ways to heal your insulin resistance without needing metformin
- You want to manage PCOS so that you can prevent developing type 2 diabetes
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/)
Testosterone Relief Tea (https://ovafit.org/testosterone-relief-tea/)
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!
Tuesday Oct 01, 2024
Tuesday Oct 01, 2024
#253: Have you been working out tirelessly but noticed you weren’t losing weight or seeing changes? Tallene remembers this struggle all too well!
In this episode, we are going to share Tallene’s biggest lessons in her PCOS fitness journey and how she was able to redesign her workout plan to lose 30lbs and keep it off. Of course, we have our PCOS personal trainer Sirak with us, so this is an episode you won’t want to miss!
This episode is for you if:
- You're not losing weight no matter how much you workout
- You're looking for a PCOS friendly workout routine that’s effective yet nourishing
- You’re new to working out and don’t know where to start
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/)
Testosterone Relief Tea (https://ovafit.org/testosterone-relief-tea/)
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!
Tuesday Sep 24, 2024
Tuesday Sep 24, 2024
#252: Are you dealing with PCOS symptoms like weight gain, irregular periods, and acne? These frustrating issues often stem from hormonal imbalances.
In this episode, we break down the 5 key signs of PCOS-related hormonal imbalances and explain the science your doctor might not have covered. We make it simple and actionable for you!
Tune in if:
- You’re unsure whether your PCOS symptoms point to a hormone imbalance
- You’re seeking practical strategies to balance your hormones and manage symptoms
- You want to feel empowered and take charge of your PCOS journey
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/)
Testosterone Relief Tea (https://ovafit.org/testosterone-relief-tea/)
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!