PCOS (Polycystic ovarian syndrome) is a multi-faceted syndrome that has the potential to be very successfully managed as well as the potential to wreak havoc on brain development, toxin-burden, weight, fertility and more if left unchecked. Depending on age and stage in life there are different effects and challenges, too. The more you know and the more proactive you are with a practitioner who can support you, the better life is. Period! Here’s what we cover in this mammoth exploration of PCOS (complete with many women’s health tangents along the way!) PCOS - Different types & criteriaGenetic and wider endocrine challenges that play into the PCOS typesGetting diagnosed and the niggles that should ensure you at least rule it outThe implication of PCOS at puberty, untreated and what to do to mitigate the associated symptoms and risks. PCOS and fertility/miscarriage risk (and the good news!) PCOS and pregnancy - hot chips and toast have a logical reason but it’s not a free pass!PCOS and perimenopause/menopauseAnd women’s health general tangents on pregnancy, hormone replacement therapy considerations and more…Share the show on Instagram to share your ahas - don’t forget to tag @lowtoxlife there so I can share it too! Connect with Leah Hechtman here: Instagram - @leahhechtman And for your low tox swaps our sponsors this week are @weledaaustralia with an amazing 20% off the range with the code LOWTOXLIFE, helping you stock up on favourites (those creamy shower bars, the fresh, Rose Face cream, the indispensable Burns and Bights gel, the Baby Calendula range and the new Skin Food face care range is delicious! https://bit.ly/ShopWeleda@ausclimate with 10% off their air purifiers and dehumidifiers with the code LOWTOXLIFE - Helping Aussie homes avoid excess moisture by having a good dehumidification strategy, and clean healthy air with the WINIX air purifier range. https://bit.ly/ShopAusclimateEnjoy + I hope the show’s super helpful for you this week - share it far and wide to help as many women as possible who need it, Alexx x Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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