 Stress
is often a factor in the onset of Insulin-Resistance-related
PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome).
In people who are "stress-eaters", particularly women, the more
they eat food that is high in fat, sugar and carbohydrates in
response to stress, the more fat they store and the more insulin
they secrete. This, in turn, elevates glucose levels and causes
even more fat to be stored, thus beginning a vicious cycle that
contributes to the development of obesity-linked PCOS.
This condition is the most common endocrine (or hormonal)
disorder and is characterized by multiple abnormal cysts in the
ovaries. Most women who seek medical help for Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome do so because
of a number of disorders, ranging from irregular periods and
infertility problems to acne and other skin conditions,
excessive hair growth and male pattern baldness.
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PCOS
displays many of the same underlying symptoms of Metabolic
Syndrome (Syndrome X), a disorder that substantially increases the chances of
developing Cardiovascular Disease. Symptoms include excess
abdominal fat, high LDL ("bad") cholesterol and low HDL ("good")
cholesterol, high levels of fatty substances in the blood called triglycerides and hypertension (high
blood pressure).
If neglected, Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome is a clear precursor to a variety of serious
health conditions, including heart disease and liver and kidney
disorders, as well as Alzheimer's Disease and premature aging.
While the underlying cause of PCOS is often Insulin Resistance, the
disorder is also influenced by such factors as a poor diet and
overeating as well as a lack of regular exercise.
Insulin sensitivity decreases after certain stressful
experiences, such as surgery. Decreased insulin sensitivity is
also associated with work-related mental and emotional stress.
As glucose levels rise in the body in response to stress, they
stimulate increased insulin production, which has a number of
negative effects. It raises noradrenalin levels which, in turn,
can induce Insulin Resistance; it promotes the synthesis of
atherogenic lipids (cholesterol); it is associated with kidney
dysfunction and hypertension; it favors atherosclerotic plaque
formation; and it stores fat.
 Interestingly,
noradrenalin (the hormone that increases in response to excess
levels of insulin in the body) is a stress-related chemical,
released under conditions of emotional upset. Further,
glucocorticoids (such as cortisol) are also stress-response
chemicals in some women and these hormones are also responsible
for increased storing of abdominal fat and raising blood glucose
levels. One study demonstrated that individuals with elevated levels
of serum cortisol (caused by chronic stress) developed abdominal
obesity, Insulin Resistance and lipid abnormalities.
Clearly, management of stress factors is a critical component to
addressing the symptoms of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome. But just as clearly, no single
approach will effect all the components of this syndrome.
What is required is a complete system, including nutraceuticals
(vitamins, herbs and minerals that are disease specific), a
realistic exercise program, nutritional guidance and a support
network that will help you change unhealthy lifestyle choices.
Click here
to read about the unique new Insulite PCOS System, which can help reverse a root cause of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, namely Insulin Resistance-related obesity brought on by stress. The system features several formulations like GlucX, which includes ingredients like apple pectin, beet powder and oat fiber to slow the absorption of glucose into the blood stream to decelerate insulin response – a key process in weight loss and improved mood.
You may be interested in some of our Frequently Asked Questions
(FAQs) about PCOS and the Insulite PCOS System.
Click here to read
about PCOS and Liver Disease
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