In this episode I have invited ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠a fellow cyster , ⁠Anuhya Korrapati⁠ a Senior Research Fellow , pursuing her PhD in Health Economics at christ university,Bengaluru. She holds an MSc in Health Economics from the University of York, where she was awarded the Postgraduate York Gold Award in 2019. Currently, Korrapati is  focusing on Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) and has presented her research findings at several prestigious institutions, including IGIDR (Indira Gandhi Institute of Development Research) in Mumbai, PondicherryUniversity, AIIMS Kanpur, FLAME University, and the University of Sheffield, UK. In 2019, Korrapati founded ⁠BeyondBlood⁠ ( peer support group for PMDD , registered not for profit  ) and served on the Youth Advisory Board of IAPMD, USA. As a Policy Fellow at YLAC (Young Leaders for Active Citizenship), Korrapati was part of a four-member team that drafted the Menstruation Benefit Bill 2018. Additionally, she contributed to creating an advocacy campaign for menstrual leave. In this episode we have a very candid conversation about recognising pcos symptoms and managing mental health , a very under-spoken aspect of PCOS. Below are some of the highlights of our conversation

• Anuhya's personal journey of understanding PCOS, diagnosis challenges and how her diagnosis impacted her life and making choice of taking up an academic career as a PCOS researcher
• Current challenges and gaps in PCOS healthcare space in India and what measures must be taken to address these gaps?
• Latest on PCOS research in India and what we have learnt so far?
• Challenges we face as patients while accessing care for PCOS in the world of social media
• Anuhya's research on understanding the real impact of PCOS on patients with respect to the quality of life , getting access to right PCOS care and the costs incurred while navigating through PCOS diagnosis and care.

• Survey link: ⁠https://pcosresearcher.limesurvey.net/723549?lang=en⁠

PCOS CLUB INDIA is proud to collaborate as an outreach partner for this PCOS research led by Anuhya Korrapati at Christ University Bangalore, India. If you are keen to share your experiences while navigating your PCOS , we would love to hear form you . To all our community , I request you to please contribute by participating in this survey so that we have more and more representation of the patient voice for this survey.

If you are newly diagnosed with PCOS or have been struggling for years to take charge of your PCOS, this podcast is packed with all the answers you would be looking for!

For more PCOS related content, follow me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@pcosclubindia⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or log on to my website www.pcosclubindia.com

Enjoy Listening and I will see you on the next episode.

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In this episode I have invited ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠a fellow cyster , Punarnavi bhupalam. Punarnavi originally from Hyderabad, currently residing in America is a theatre artist. Her career began at the age of 17, and over the past decade she has been been actively involved in theatre plays and Telugu feature films. Diagnosed with PCOS in her late teens, she is dedicated to raising awareness about this condition, stressing the importance of mental and psychological well-being, and advocating for women's health . In this episode we have a very candid conversation about recognising pcos symptoms and managing mental health , a very under-spoken aspect of PCOS. Below are some of the highlights of our conversation

• Navigating the Diagnosis Journey: challenges , initial reaction of family members. How did you deal with it
• What were your experiences leading up to your PCOS diagnosis, including any challenges in recognising symptoms and seeking medical help.
• In your opinion what’s the the emotional and mental health aspects of living with PCOS, including the psychological impact of diagnosis and ongoing management.
• how being a mental health/psychology  student has shaped Punarnavi's perspective on managing the emotional aspects of PCOSCoping mechanisms that you have found effective in balancing personal health and your academic /professional commitments.
• Importance of support systems, whether from family, friends, or the broader PCOS community. How has social media / internet helped you . ? Is this a boon or bane
• Any treatments /tips that were misleading . Things we wish we knew earlier as PCOS patients

If you are newly diagnosed with PCOS or have been struggling for years to take charge of your PCOS, this podcast is packed with all the answers you would be looking for!

For more PCOS related content, follow me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠@pcosclubindia⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram, ⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠ or log on to my website www.pcosclubindia.com

Enjoy Listening and I will see you on the next episode.

Be #strongerthanpcos !

Lara Biden is a naturopathic doctor and bestselling author of the books Period Repair Manual and Hormone Repair Manual — practical guides to treating period problems with nutrition, supplements, and bio-identical hormones. She first worked as a researcher and evolutionary biologist at the University of Calgary.  I then went on to graduate from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine (CCNM). Lara sits on several advisory boards and is the lead author on a couple of peer-reviewed papers. With more than 20 years’ experience in women’s health she treats women with PCOS, PMS, endometriosis, perimenopause, and many other hormone- and period-related health problems. Her mission is to help women achieve healthy natural menstrual cycles without the use of hormonal birth control. In this episode Lara & I talk everything about what happens to PCOS after Menopause highlighting below segments of our conversations How does the onset of perimenopause affect women with PCOS? Are there specific symptoms that become more prominent.  How does one make sure its  perimenopause and not any other condition . Also some people have premature menopause, is that something that can be fixed? Could you share the conventional treatment and lifestyle changes for hot flashes and mood disorders ,sleep issues . What supplements and herbs can help? Could these be any different from the one we could use if you not in perimenopause phase Many women might be taking hormonal birth control pill - how can one come off without getting too much side effects are there any herbs that can help If you are newly diagnosed with PCOS or have been struggling for years to take charge of your PCOS, this podcast is packed with all the answers you would be looking for! For more PCOS related content, follow me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@pcosclubindia⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram, ⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠ or log on to my website https://www.pcosclubindia.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.pcosclubindia.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Enjoy Listening and I will see you on the next episode. Be #strongerthanpcos !

In this episode I have invited ⁠⁠⁠a fellow cyster , Charu Sharma. She is a corporate professional based in Seattle, US , recently moved from Delhi NCR. . In this episode we have a very candid conversation about real struggles of dealing with PCOS as a patient :

• Medical Gaslighting experiences and finding the right doctor
• How PCOS affects while moving countries and how it could affect your daily life, including any challenges faced at work, relationships, or overall well-being.

• Biggest struggle in terms of finding solutions/ practical advice/ evidence based resources with regards to your pcos management.
• The importance of support systems, whether from family, friends, or the broader PCOS community/ Cyster support
• What’s been her journey in managing PCOS. Her experiences with the treatments, lifestyle changes, and coping mechanisms she found to be effective.
• Any treatments /tips that were misleading . Things we wish we knew earlier as PCOS patients

If you are newly diagnosed with PCOS or have been struggling for years to take charge of your PCOS, this podcast is packed with all the answers you would be looking for!

For more PCOS related content, follow me on ⁠⁠⁠@pcosclubindia⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram, ⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠ or log on to my website www.pcosclubindia.com

Enjoy Listening and I will see you on the next episode.

Be #strongerthanpcos !

In this episode I have invited ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr Bandana Sodhi⁠⁠ (MBBS, MD -Gynecologist, Obstetrician,Infertility Specialist with 32 Years of experience

Dr. Sodhi has worked at one of the best medical institutions of india like research and referral army hospital, new delhi , armed forced medical college Pune, Fortis la femme with an expertise of antenatal check-up, painless delivery, high risk pregnancy, infertility treatment, menstrual abnormalities, ovarian cysts, endometriosis, vaginal infections, fibroids, hpv, incontinence, infertility, pms (premenstrual syndrome), polycystic ovarian syndrome (pcos), She strives to provide treatment that is based on evidence, is recognized and is recommended internationally and agreed mutually with patients.

In this episode Dr Sodhi & I talk everything about Birth control Pills for PCOS highlighting below segments of our conversations

• Should Oral contraception be the first line of treatment for all pcos patients? How do oral contraceptives work in managing PCOS symptoms?

• What are the benefits of using oral contraceptives in PCOS management?

• Are there any risks or potential side effects that patients should be aware of?

• What are the type of oral contraceptives available as medications.

• How do you determine if oral contraceptives are the right choice for a patient with PCOS? Does everyone need it. 

• Are there certain patient characteristics that make them more or less suitable for this treatment?

• What kind of follow-up and monitoring is involved when using oral contraceptives for PCOS?

• Can lifestyle changes or complementary therapies that patients can incorporate alongside oral contraceptives for better PCOS management?

• What challenges do patients commonly face when using oral contraceptives for PCOS, and how can these be addressed?

• With regards to birth control options for people with PCOS, what are alternatives  except ocps?

• Patient Stories & Audience Q&A

If you are newly diagnosed with PCOS or have been struggling for years to take charge of your PCOS, this podcast is packed with all the answers you would be looking for! For more PCOS related content, follow me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@pcosclubindia⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram, ⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠ or log on to my website https://www.pcosclubindia.com/⁠⁠⁠https://www.pcosclubindia.com/⁠⁠⁠ Enjoy Listening and I will see you on the next episode. Be #strongerthanpcos !

In this episode I have invited ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Urmi Kothari⁠,⁠⁠ Urmi Kothari is a MBA- turned professional dancer turned Fitness expert, Energy coach and Founder of Kinetic Living (2012). With a background in fitness and movement since 25 years, she is also Mumbai’s first Coach affiliated with brands like Nike and Apple. She certified in Training modal- ities like Kettlebells, Pilates, Animal Flow, Barefoot Training. She has been practising yoga and Kalaripayattu since 14 years and has learnt, practised and taught different forms of meditation and fit- ness since cumulative of 11 years. In this episode Urmi & I talk about everything about designing fitness regime and exercise for someone dealing with PCOS

• In terms of working out and fitness regime how is it different designing a regime for women.
• Does one need to consider their workouts as per the menstrual cycle phases?do you suggest women exercise during their periods
• Are there any particular workouts for PCOS ? What exercises help in improving one’s menstrual health
• What are some of the most common myths you have come across when it comes to fitness/ working out for women
• Tell us about kinetic living , your book and what made you start your mission

If you are newly diagnosed with PCOS or have been struggling for years to take charge of your PCOS, this podcast is packed with all the answers you would be looking for! For more PCOS related content, follow me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@pcosclubindia⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram, ⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠ or log on to my website https://www.pcosclubindia.com/⁠⁠⁠https://www.pcosclubindia.com/⁠⁠⁠ Enjoy Listening and I will see you on the next episode. Be #strongerthanpcos !

In this episode I have invited ⁠⁠Mythili Gubbi,⁠ a journalist and TV reporter based in Utah Salt Lake City, US who is also a fellow PCOS Cyster. In this episode we have a very candid conversation about real struggles of dealing with PCOS as a patient :

• Discussion about the early experiences finding out about PCOS and the Diagnosis experiences
• How PCOS affects her daily life, including any challenges she faced in work, relationships, or overall well-being.
• We discusss  emotional side of living with PCOS, exploring any struggles she encountered and how the condition impacted her mental health.
• What has been her biggest struggle in terms of finding solutions/ practical advice/ evidence based resources with regards to your pcos management.
• The importance of support systems, whether from family, friends, or the broader PCOS community/ Cyster support
• What’s been her journey in managing PCOS. Her experiences with the treatments, lifestyle changes, and coping mechanisms she found to be effective.
• Any treatments /tips that were misleading . Learnings from your pcos management that you’d like to share with the patient community 

If you are newly diagnosed with PCOS or have been struggling for years to take charge of your PCOS, this podcast is packed with all the answers you would be looking for!

For more PCOS related content, follow me on ⁠⁠@pcosclubindia⁠⁠ on Instagram, ⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠ or log on to my website www.pcosclubindia.com

Enjoy Listening and I will see you on the next episode.

Be #strongerthanpcos !

In this episode I have invited ⁠⁠⁠⁠Martha Mckittrick,⁠⁠ a.k.a @thepcosdietician Registered Dietitian, Certified Dietitian-Nutritionist and Certified Diabetes Care & Education Specialist  based in New York with over 20 years of experience in helping people with PCOS . I had the pleasure of getting to know Martha on the historic PFDD meeting that we both co-moderated this year and ended up spending two days talking about health , fitness and offcourse PCOS ! And I learnt so much from her that I had to invite her to this podcast!, in this episode Martha & I bust myths about the most highly recommended PCOS Diets highlighting below segments of our conversations and some very important factors that one should keep in mind before including these eating patterns

• Is Intermittent Fasting good for PCOS?
• Is going Dairy Free the right approach for managing PCOS
• Can turning Vegan help with reducing PCOS symptoms?
• Does Low Fat help with improving fertility and managing PCOS
• Are Low Carb diets sustainable and good for PCOS?

If you are newly diagnosed with PCOS or have been struggling for years to take charge of your PCOS, this podcast is packed with all the answers you would be looking for! For more PCOS related content, follow me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠@pcosclubindia⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram, ⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠ or log on to my website https://www.pcosclubindia.com/⁠⁠https://www.pcosclubindia.com/⁠⁠ Enjoy Listening and I will see you on the next episode. Be #strongerthanpcos !

In this episode I have invited ⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr Nina Mansukhani,⁠⁠ She practices at the Touch of life clinic in Pune and is also a consultant with Jehangir Hospitals, Pune, she has over 25 years of experience. Dr Nina is passionate about ethical medical practice and natural delivery practices. Besides infertility, she also has a keen interest in Menopause, Female Endocrinology and High Risk pregnancy, in this episode Dr Nina & I talk everything about Getting Pregnant with PCOS highlighting below segments of our conversations

• Understanding PCOS and its Impact on Pregnancy. How PCOS can affect fertility and the challenges it may pose for individuals trying to conceive.
• Diagnostic Considerations and Lab Tests that can help understand conception chances and how PCOS is diagnosed in the context of pregnancy planning
• Fertility Treatments and Medications that are available. Specific suggestions for women with Lean PCOS
• How to track ovulation for women with PCOS.
• How long one can delay their pregnancy and what are the options available to those who are not ready to get pregnant right now
• Supplements that can help improve conception chances
• Managing Pregnancy with PCOS : considerations and challenges during pregnancy for individuals with PCOS, including potential complications.
• Medical Monitoring and Support one may require while they are pregnant and have PCOS
• Post-Pregnancy Challenges and Care that individuals with PCOS may face and the importance of postpartum care.
• Long-Term Health Considerations: post-pregnancy, including the management of PCOS symptoms.
• Patient Stories & Audience Q&A

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If you are newly diagnosed with PCOS or have been struggling for years to take charge of your PCOS, this podcast is packed with all the answers you would be looking for! For more PCOS related content, follow me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠@pcosclubindia⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram, ⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠ or log on to my website https://www.pcosclubindia.com/⁠⁠https://www.pcosclubindia.com/⁠⁠ Enjoy Listening and I will see you on the next episode. Be #strongerthanpcos !

In this episode I have invited ⁠⁠⁠Dr Stuti Khare,⁠⁠ popularly known as the Hair Growth Queen of India,- One of India’s top dermatologists and a globally acclaimed hair specialist. With her phenomenal non-surgical hair regrowth results, Dr Stuti has also received the renowned Health Care Leader, Global Icon, Power Woman and Inspiring Woman Award in the Medical field of Hair Sciences as well as the Healthcare Leader award for excellence in Non-Surgical Hair Restoration in 2020, 2021 & 2022 in India. She is the celebrity dermatologist for various beauty and fashion show pageants as well as the chief dermatologist behind many Bollywood celebrities' flawless hair, in this episode Dr Stuti & I share talk everything about PCOS & Hair Loss highlighting below segments of our conversations

• Can one really grow the hair back with PCOS?
• Are there any specific phases or Types of PCOS Hair lossMale pattern hair loss or female patterns hair loss 
• Do all PCOS hair loss condition need a treatment. During which phase can Hair treatments can really help?
• What are the success rates of PRP (platelet rich plasma) solution and other non surgical hair growth treatments you offer with PCOS. 
• What are the best hair supplements? Does Biotin or collagen really work?
• What are the biggest mistakes you have seen women end of doing for their PCOS Hair loss treatments.
• Underrated Vitamin Deficiencies that one must check. mportants tips before getting hair treatments with PCOS
• What can one do with Post Covid hair loss?
• How can one prepare for Post Partum HairLoss with PCOS 
• What are certain Topical Treatments for hair fall ? Redensyl vs Minodixl

If you are newly diagnosed with PCOS or have been struggling for years to take charge of your PCOS, this podcast is packed with all the answers you would be looking for! For more PCOS related content, follow me on ⁠⁠⁠@pcosclubindia⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram, ⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠ or log on to my website https://www.pcosclubindia.com/⁠https://www.pcosclubindia.com/⁠ Enjoy Listening and I will see you on the next episode. Be #strongerthanpcos !

In this episode I have invited ⁠⁠Ashdin Doctor,⁠ Habit Coach , Founder of Awesome 180 and now an author of his new published book by Harper Collins "Change your Habits , Change your Life" ! Ashdin believes that having an awesome life is easy. All we have to do is identify and create the right habits, routines and rituals; that will make us awesome! Living with PCOS , creating sustainable habits lays the foundation of our Lifestyle changes that can truly help us to reverse our symptoms whether its PCOS or any other chronic illness! Drawing upon our own personal experiences, in this episode Ashdin & I share talk everything about creating sustainable habits covering below broad topics:

1. Can great habits reverse chronic illnesses that are hereditary such as PCOS, Diabetes ? Do we have the power to change of our genes?

2. Creating great habits in the world of Social media ?

3. Power of intention in habit change

4. Golden rules of habit change and how does one keep the habits going?

5. How does one get support from loved ones and avoid conflicts

If you are newly diagnosed with PCOS or have been struggling for years to take charge of your PCOS, this podcast is packed with all the answers you would be looking for! For more PCOS related content, follow me on ⁠⁠@pcosclubindia⁠⁠ on Instagram, ⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠ or log on to my website https://www.pcosclubindia.com/https://www.pcosclubindia.com/ Enjoy Listening and I will see you on the next episode. Be #strongerthanpcos !

In this episode I have invited ⁠⁠Dr Aparajita Lamba,⁠ MBBS MD (Dermatology) ; a PCOS warrior herself , she prioritizes dietary and lifestyle modifications and focuses on addressing the underlying factors contributing to various skin and hair issues associated with PCOS. In this episode we have a very candid conversation about real struggles of dealing with PCOS as a patient and Dr Aparajita's generic advice on dealing with PCOS related skin issues , covering below topics 1. Dr Aparajita's journey dealing with her PCOS and as a doctor what have been a few things she wished she knew earlier 2. How does PCOS affect the skin and hair, and what underlying mechanisms contribute to these changes? 3. Are there any specific challenges or considerations when treating skin conditions in individuals with PCOS? 4. Importance of Lifestyle modifications and gut health. Does Going dairy free, gluten free help? 5. Hormone therapy vs Supplementation options for hirsutism and skin health. Which is better? 6. What can be done to treat PCOS acne blemishes, scars . Any cost effective measures to deal with Hirsutism 7. PCOS can be quite brutual smashing your self esteem , your confidence , and affect your daily life . Specially in this world of social media , how do you address this in your practice specially as someone who has lived with PCOS. Any stories that you’d like to share ? If you are newly diagnosed with PCOS or have been struggling for years to take charge of your PCOS, this podcast is packed with all the answers you would be looking for! For more PCOS related content, follow me on ⁠⁠@pcosclubindia⁠⁠ on Instagram, ⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠ or log on to my website www.pcosclubindia.com Enjoy Listening and I will see you on the next episode. Be #strongerthanpcos !

In this episode I have invited ⁠Ridhima Arora , Founder of Namhya Foods. an Ayurveda based brand focused on reviving India's ancient culture and she had also been diagnosed with PCOS couple of years back . Namhya recently secured a funding of 1 Cr through Shark Tank India. Namhya's PCOS tea formulation has provided relief to thousands of women with reversing PCOS Symptoms. In our conversation we talk about Ridhima's own personal struggles overcoming PCOS symptoms , giving up her successful career in tech & building a successful brand Namhya Foods , we also talk about

1. How Ayurvedic herbs & adaptogens could help with PCOS .

2. What are some of the very promising herbs one could include in their day to day life.

3. Importance of Ayurveda and why going back to our Roots can help.

4. Why "just" a Tea or herbal blend may not be the solution to PCOS.

If you are newly diagnosed with PCOS or have been struggling for years to take charge of your PCOS, this podcast is packed with all the answers you would be looking for!

For more PCOS related content, follow me on ⁠@pcosclubindia⁠ on Instagram, ⁠Youtube⁠ or log on to my website www.pcosclubindia.com

Enjoy Listening and I will see you on the next episode.

Be #strongerthanpcos !

In this episode I have invited ⁠Shruti Shingvi , currently pursuing nutrition & dietetics from College Symbiosis, Pune India . She is passionate about educating mentsruators about PCOS thru her instagram handle @slayingpcos. In this episode we have a very candid conversation about real struggles of dealing with PCOS as a patient :

1. How to decode your PCOS in the age of social media and Too much Information about PCOS.
2. Real experiences going Dairy Free, Gluten Free and Vegan . Sustainable ways of managing PCOS
3. Dealing with Eating Disorders and other underrated issues surrounding PCOS
4. Importance of learning from lived experiences and community support while dealing with PCOS

If you are newly diagnosed with PCOS or have been struggling for years to take charge of your PCOS, this podcast is packed with all the answers you would be looking for!

For more PCOS related content, follow me on ⁠@pcosclubindia⁠ on Instagram, ⁠Youtube⁠ or log on to my website www.pcosclubindia.com

Enjoy Listening and I will see you on the next episode.

Be #strongerthanpcos !

In this episode I have invited Dr Nitu Bajekal (Gynaecologist and a Women’s Health Specialist based in London , United Kingdom ; with over 35 years of clinical experience) . Dr Nitu is a co-author of the book "Living PCOS Free", a book on how to regain your hormonal health with Polycystic Ovary syndrome. The book extensively covers evidence backed and science based information on how one can understand their PCOS, detailed guide on lab tests and questions you must ask your doctor as part of the investigations , busting myths around PCOS, 6 pillars around Lifestyle change to manage PCOS !

1. How one can understand their PCOS better , signs and symptoms you must look out for !
2. When seeking doctors help , whats the toolkit for a patient to be at the drivers seat to take charge of their PCOS, what are the crucial questions for one must seek answers to as a patient
3. Is hormone therapy/ medication for everyone?
4. 6 pillars of Lifestyle change
5. Whats POI ( Premature Ovarian Insufficiency) and is there any relation to PCOS
6. Questions from the community

If you are newly diagnosed with PCOS or have been struggling for years to take charge of your PCOS, this podcast is packed with all the answers you would be looking for!

For more PCOS related content, follow me on @pcosclubindia on Instagram, Youtube or log on to my website www.pcosclubindia.com

Enjoy Listening and I will see you on the next episode.

Be #strongerthanpcos !