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
Episodes
Monday Jan 25, 2021
Monday Jan 25, 2021
Did you know many pre-natals are designed for women who are already pregnant? As a result, these pre-natals contain vitamins and nutrients you don't need until you are pregnant!
On this episode, we discuss the PCOS fertility world with Dr. Mark Ratner including fertility supplements, treatments, and the importance of other nutrients that are beneficial for getting pregnant!
Why are women with PCOS often told to lose weight in order to get pregnant? We discuss common IVF practices and misconceptions regarding PCOS & fertility.
What essential vitamins should be found in a pre-natal? You'll learn the importance of certain vitamins and compounds such as Vitamin D and folate.
Fertility Supplements discussed:
1. Theranatal Core (Pre-natal for women trying to conceive) - 15% off PRC code 292660
2. Therenatal OvaVite (Pre-natal for women over 35 trying to conceive) - 15% off PRC code 292660
3. Therenatal One (Pre-natal for pregnant women) - 15% off PRC code 292660
Join us in The Cysterhood, a community of women learning how to manage PCOS & lose weight, Gluten and Dairy Free! (bit.ly/The-Cysterhood-Membership)
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)
Monday Jan 18, 2021
Monday Jan 18, 2021
Why do some women with PCOS experience hair loss on their scalp? On this episode, we discuss the causes of hair loss in women with PCOS and the treatment options available to reverse the symptoms!
Are there natural treatments? You'll learn tips to naturally treat hair loss that you can start as soon as today! We also go over common drug treatments that are available.
How should our hair be growing? We explain the process of healthy hair growth and how it can be affected by testosterone, stress, inflammation, the thyroid, and more!
Call our PCOS Weight Loss Hotline at 1-833-ASK-PCOS (1-833-275-7267). You can leave a question or tell us how we’ve helped you!
Join us in The Cysterhood, a community of women learning how to manage PCOS & lose weight, Gluten and Dairy Free! (bit.ly/The-Cysterhood-Membership)
Ovasitol Packets: 15% OFF prc code 292660 (bit.ly/Ovasitol)
PCOS Friendly CBD: 10% OFF code TheCysterhood (bit.ly/CBDpcos)
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)
Monday Jan 11, 2021
Monday Jan 11, 2021
What causes a woman with PCOS to have her period go missing? What can she do about it?
Dr. Lara Briden, author of Period Repair Manual, joins us to discuss her top tips to get your period back, what the pill is doing to our bodies, and the top natural contraception methods aside from birth control!
A naturopathic doctor with over 20 years of experience, Dr. Lara Briden teaches women how to naturally treat their hormones for better periods and provides actionable solutions using nutrition and supplementation.
To find more resources from Dr. Lara Briden, head over to her blog and website (www.larabriden.com) & social media pages (@larabiden).
Join us in The Cysterhood, a community of women learning how to manage PCOS & lose weight, Gluten and Dairy Free! (bit.ly/The-Cysterhood-Membership)
Ovasitol Packets: 15% OFF prc code 292660 (bit.ly/Ovasitol)
PCOS Friendly CBD: 10% OFF code TheCysterhood (bit.ly/CBDpcos)
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)
Monday Jan 04, 2021
Monday Jan 04, 2021
PCOS is often called the "diabetes of the ovaries" because too much insulin can trigger high testosterone, which manifests as PCOS symptoms such as hair loss, acne, facial hair, irregular periods, and more!
On this episode, we'll discuss the impact of insulin resistance, the side effects, and what you can do to help heal your insulin resistance naturally!
Did you know 70-80% of women with PCOS are insulin resistant...What even is insulin resistance? You'll learn exactly how insulin resistance happens in the body, what symptoms it can lead to, and how you can help heal the insulin resistance from the root cause!
Only available with exclusive bonuses until January 8th, sign up to your 4 week PCOS Meal Prep & Workout Course! (bit.ly/4weekPCOSWeightLossCourse)
Ovasitol Packets: 15% OFF prc code 292660 (bit.ly/Ovasitol)
PCOS Friendly CBD: 10% OFF code TheCysterhood (bit.ly/CBDpcos)
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)
Monday Dec 28, 2020
Monday Dec 28, 2020
With the holidays & the new year around the corner, we are posting one of our most downloaded episodes of 2020, How to Go Gluten & Dairy Free!
What is the first step in going gluten & dairy free for PCOS? Should I cut out dairy or gluten first? This episode is a great guide for any Cyster thinking of going gluten & dairy free!
We give you the perfect tips on how to start with one meal at a time and highlight different ingredients for breakfast, lunch, and dinner including our favorite brands!
We discuss how to set aside time to plan meals whether you are cooking for yourself and/or for others like family and friends.
You'll learn the research and information behind going gluten & dairy free and how you can decide if this is right for you and your PCOS!
We also answer your questions submitted on our Instagram poll "How can we help you go gluten & dairy free?" as well as read other Cysters advice on going gluten & dairy free and how it helped them with their PCOS!
Join us in The Cysterhood, a community of women learning how to manage PCOS & lose weight, Gluten and Dairy Free! (bit.ly/The-Cysterhood-Membership)
Ovasitol Packets: 15% OFF prc code 292660 (bit.ly/Ovasitol)
PCOS Friendly CBD: 10% OFF code TheCysterhood (bit.ly/CBDpcos)
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)
Monday Dec 21, 2020
Monday Dec 21, 2020
Many women have inadequate levels of zinc and it has been shown that women with PCOS might have an increased need for zinc! On this episode, we highlight the benefits of zinc and whether you should be taking it for PCOS!
Are you experiencing hair loss? We discuss the role that Zinc plays in improving alopecia and hirsutism!
Do you take birth control? Birth control pills have been found to cause key nutrient depletions including Zinc! We talk about the importance of zinc for those on birth control and what you can do!
How to check for a deficiency? We go through different symptoms that can be a sign of zinc depletion! You'll learn the recommended daily amount of zinc as well as what foods you can add to your diet to avoid deficiency!
Join us in The Cysterhood, a community of women learning how to manage PCOS & lose weight, Gluten and Dairy Free! (bit.ly/The-Cysterhood-Membership)
Ovasitol Packets: 15% OFF prc code 292660 (bit.ly/Ovasitol)
PCOS Friendly CBD: 10% OFF code TheCysterhood (bit.ly/CBDpcos)
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)
Monday Dec 14, 2020
Monday Dec 14, 2020
Can I drink alcohol with PCOS? On this episode, we cover all types of alcohol and whether it’s okay to drink with PCOS!
What alcohol factors should women with PCOS be aware of? We discuss blood sugar issues, hunger, sleep, the impact on those taking Metformin, and much more!
Everyone wants to say alcohol is good for you in moderation…is this true though? Tune into this episode to hear the benefits and misconceptions about “moderate consumption” of alcohol including wine!
What about sugar in alcohol? We talk about how the sugar in alcohol is broken down and how to pair with other drinks & food to help control insulin and hunger levels.
Join us in The Cysterhood, a community of women learning how to manage PCOS & lose weight, Gluten and Dairy Free! (bit.ly/The-Cysterhood-Membership)
Ovasitol Packets: 15% OFF prc code 292660 (bit.ly/Ovasitol)
PCOS Friendly CBD: 10% OFF code TheCysterhood (bit.ly/CBDpcos)
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)
Monday Dec 07, 2020
Monday Dec 07, 2020
Did you know one of the most common nutritional deficiencies in the world is Magnesium? Around 50% of the US population is deficient!
On this episode, you'll learn why Magnesium is essential for women with PCOS, the connection to birth control, how to get your daily dose from food, and much more!
Often depleted by birth control, Magnesium is a natural anti-inflammatory, making it critical for women with PCOS!
You'll learn how Magnesium is required to process sugar and how it can be associated with insulin resistance!
Want to learn what and how much to eat to get your daily dose? Tune in to hear all the details!
Join us in The Cysterhood, a community of women learning how to manage PCOS & lose weight, Gluten and Dairy Free! (bit.ly/The-Cysterhood-Membership)
Ovasitol Packets: 15% OFF prc code 292660 (bit.ly/Ovasitol)
PCOS Friendly CBD: 10% OFF code TheCysterhood (bit.ly/CBDpcos)
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)
Monday Nov 30, 2020
Monday Nov 30, 2020
Have you struggled with explaining PCOS to your family, friends, or partner? On this episode, we help you learn the best ways to explain PCOS to others especially during the holidays!
You'll learn the keywords in order to explain PCOS, we even included a script you can refer to!
We help you understand PCOS so you can explain it when they ask what it is and why you're gluten & dairy free!
Are you feeling anxious about explaining your PCOS? You are not alone! We took a poll on IG, tune in to hear your fellow Cyster responses!
Join us in The Cysterhood, a community of women learning how to manage PCOS & lose weight, Gluten and Dairy Free! (bit.ly/The-Cysterhood-Membership)
Ovasitol Packets: 15% OFF prc code 292660 (bit.ly/Ovasitol)
Pique Tea: 5% off code TheCysterhood (bit.ly/PiqueTeaPCOS)
PCOS Friendly CBD: 10% OFF code TheCysterhood (bit.ly/CBDpcos)
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)
Monday Nov 23, 2020
Monday Nov 23, 2020
It's our 1 year anniversary of the podcast! We celebrate the last year of episodes and give you a glimpse into a day in our lives!
Since we feel so close to you, we want to give you a play by play of a day in our lives! Tallene shares her thought process behind meal planning and how she creates a PCOS friendly work balance!
You'll hear everything from the moment we wake up to the little nuances in our day as we walk you through what we do until we fall asleep at night!
We'd like to take a moment to thank all the Cysters who have been listening to our podcast episodes...including our quirky stories about ladybugs and gardening! Thank you, we could not have done it without you!
Join us in The Cysterhood, a community of women learning how to manage PCOS & lose weight, Gluten and Dairy Free! (bit.ly/The-Cysterhood-Membership)
Ovasitol Packets: 15% OFF prc code 292660 (bit.ly/Ovasitol)
Pique Tea: 5% off code TheCysterhood (bit.ly/PiqueTeaPCOS)
PCOS Friendly CBD: 10% OFF code TheCysterhood (bit.ly/CBDpcos)
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)