DIETARY CHARACTERISTICS OF PATIENTS WITH POLYCYSTIC OVARY SYNDROME

Abstract

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is one of the most common endocrine disorders in reproductiveaged women. A major role in the PSOC pathogenesis is played by insulin resistance, which also increases the concentration of androgens in the blood. In PCOS, inflammatory markers are correlated with a woman’s body mass, so proper eating habits and diet can have a positive influence on the course and symptoms of PCOS. The right diet can reduce the level of inflammation in the body, the concentration of androgens in the blood and improve insulin sensitivity. It is believed that the Mediterranean diet can be one of the non-drug treatments for PCOS. The use of supplements (probiotics, myoinositol, vitamin D, omega-3 fatty acids) can reduce oxidative stress in the body, influence the regularity of the menstrual cycle and ovulatory function. Lifestyle changes affect the course of PCOS (quality sleep, adequate physical activity).