Getting my hormones under control and managing my PCOS symptoms has been a journey, to say the least. For those of you who don’t know much about PCOS, it stands for polycystic ovary syndrome which is caused by the imbalance of reproductive hormones. It can lead to a slew of health issues like missed or irregular menstrual periods, infertility, development of cysts in the ovaries, thinning of the hair, weight gain, and acne, just to name a few. It’s a common health issue that affects 1 in 10 women during their reproductive years. Unfortunately, the exact cause of PCOS is unknown and there is no known cure for it. That being said, the best way to manage PCOS symptoms is by balancing your hormones and having a healthy lifestyle.
The good news is I was recently introduced to Perelel which is the first and only OB/GYN-founded vitamin that uses high-quality ingredients targeted for wherever you are in your reproductive cycle. I’ve been taking their vitamins for a few months now and it’s not just a prenatal company or just a PCOS company. It’s truly a company for every stage of your female health journey, whether you’re trying to conceive, pregnant, postpartum or just a woman with a period.
The PCOS Support is amazing because it is one of the few products on the market that uses the optimal Myo-inositol to D-chiro-inositol ratio for restoring ovulation, according to research. Keeping your hormones balanced with PCOS can feel overwhelming and I have had to instill daily habits to help with my maintenance. A few other things I do to balance my hormones include:
+ Daily meditation and mindfulness – sometimes I’ll journal or practice gratitude by writing down things I’m grateful for each day.
+ Moving my body each day – you guys already know how much I love my silent walks but I also work out with my trainer when I can or do Pilates and other forms of exercise.
+ Making sure I’m getting enough protein – I can’t tell you how much this has helped me regulate my hunger hormones, keeping me full and satiated throughout the day.
+ Avoiding glucose spikes – I learned so much about the importance of managing your glucose levels during my episode with the Glucose Goddess but I also share some key takeaways in this blog post.
+ Setting social media and technology boundaries – I talk a lot about this on TBF but something I’m trying to focus on is setting better boundaries with my phone. Social media, email, and tech in general is not only a huge distraction, but can cause so much stress and increase your cortisol levels. So, setting better boundaries and minimizing my tech use as much as possible has been a game changer.
It can be hard to maintain these habits everyday so knowing that I am getting all the key ingredients in the PCOS support vitamins gives me peace of mind for the days and times I am constantly on the move or traveling.
I know there are a lot of different brands out there and it can feel overwhelming, which is why I wanted to let you know I’ve tested Perelel for the past few months and want to give them my stamp of approval. Their panel includes OB/GYNs, registered dieticians, functional medicine doctors and endocrinologists. It’s truly a vitamin routine that both Eastern and Western medicine doctors agree on.
Along with the PCOS Support I take the Women’s Daily Trio from Perelel Health and they are packed in super convenient daily sachets which ensures you’re getting what you need in the right amounts.
If you suffer from PCOS or just want a vitamin that will support you wherever you are in your journey, Perelel has given me a discount code to share with you. Take 20% off your first purchase of Perelel with code ARIELLE20. I hope you guys love them as much as I do!
