Ayurveda is an ancient system of medicine that has proven record of treating not only many diseases but also the cases that is given up by modern science. Natural treatment and diet- lifestyle changes helps in treatment of PCOS.

Polycystic ovarian syndrome being a hormonal disorder affects females of 15-40 years of age. As we all are aware that there is no specific cure for PCOS but certain natural measures have shown significant result in managing the symptoms of PCOS.

Let’s discuss some of the most important ways that can naturally treat polycystic ovarian syndrome.

1) Maintain an ideal body weight – in PCOS women, managing weight is a big task. The extra weight increases your risk of heart disease, diabetes and other metabolic disorders. Ayurveda helps you in following a healthy diet and lifestyle that help you to shed the extra mass around the abdomen.

2) Follow strict diet – for women who are suffering PCOS, diet change is an essential part in managing polycystic ovarian disease. During PCOS there might be high level of insulin resulting in high blood sugar level. Thus foods rich in either or both sugar and carbohydrate must be avoided. One must avoid white pasta, white rice, chips, soda, cookies, white bread etc. Add lots of fruits and vegetables and complex carbs in your diet.

3) Physical work out – one must do regular exercise as it helps in weight loss and maintains the blood glucose level. Exercise does not mean lifting heavy weight or doing strenuous work out. In fact engaging in activity that requires movement and is enjoyable one like any sports you love to play is very beneficial

4) Nutritional supplement – the type of food we eat today is not sufficient enough to provide the necessary elements required by the body especially in PCOS. Nutritional supplements such as vitamin D, selenium, vitamin B complex, chromium etc may benefit in PCOS. Ayurveda offers certain herbal supplements that has helped manage PCOS symptoms.

5) Ayurvedic herbal medicine and panchakarma therapy – ayurvedic medicine has a motherly touch that is pure and comes without any side effects. The ayurvedic therapies acts as wonder when it comes to PCOS.

PCOS is a complicated disease and should be managed with Ayurvedic approach, which is 100% natural and has significant effect in treating the disease.