In this episode of Wellness Unpacked, Tisha continues the discussion on managing PCOS, focusing on reducing androgens through nutritional strategies, exercise, and stress reduction. Key topics include the importance of balancing blood sugar and reducing inflammation, the potential impact of supplements like NAC and Myo-Inositol, and supporting overall hormone health.

00:34 PCOS Deep Dive Part 2 Overview

01:56 Reducing Androgens: Nutritional Strategies

09:18 Exercise and Stress Reduction for PCOS

12:09 Importance of Sleep and Stress Management

15:52 Nutrient Deficiencies in PCOS

18:24 Supplements for PCOS Management

28:19 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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Transcript & References

Mentioned In The Podcast:

• Beat The Burnout Masterclass

Join Tisha as she deep dives into PCOS!

She explains what PCOS is, its symptoms, diagnosis criteria via the Rotterdam criteria, as well as associated risks. The discussion then shifts to dietary strategies to manage PCOS, exploring the importance of balancing blood sugar, reducing inflammation, and the role of gut health.

While conventional medications like Metformin and oral contraceptives are discussed for their benefits and side effects, a significant portion of the episode focuses on how nutrition and lifestyle changes can serve as crucial interventions. Emphasizing balanced meals, anti-inflammatory foods, and stress management, this episode provides a comprehensive guide to managing PCOS through diet and lifestyle!


01:35 - Understanding PCOS: Symptoms and Diagnosis
02:16 - PCOS and Metabolic Health
08:45 - Common Medications for PCOS
12:43 - Nutrition and Dietary Strategies for PCOS
19:45 - Gut Health and PCOS
24:20 - Balancing Blood Sugar and Reducing Inflammation
35:43 - Conclusion and Next Steps

Transcript & References

Mentioned In The Podcast:

• Beat The Burnout Masterclass
• Anti-Diet by Christy Harrison RD
• Intuitive Eating by Elyse Resch and Evelyne Tribole

In this episode, Tisha talks about:

• What is progesterone: why it matters even if you aren't trying to get pregnant
• The role of progesterone (fertility and beyond!)
• Symptoms of low and high progesterone
• What are the main causes and risk factors
• How to support progesterone with diet and lifestyle interventions

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Instagram: @nourishedwithtish
Tiktok: @nourishedwithtish

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• Nichols, L., & Hendrickson-Jack, L. (2024). Real Food for Fertility: Prepare your body for pregnancy with preconception nutrition and fertility awareness. Fertility Food Publishing.