to have anti-androgenic properties that help reduce the amount of testosterone in the body. This, effectively, assists in maintaining a proper balance of the hormones in the endocrine system. Another benefit of using spearmint tea is that it has been shown to help reduce the extent of hirsutism. Hirsutism is a condition that is characterized by excessive body hair, and is in fact, one of the symptoms of PCOS. Prepare a simple cup of spearmint tea to provide relief from PCOS. Spearmint leaves are available at your local grocery store.
- Place 1 teaspoon of dried spearmint leaves in a pan and add 1 cup of water.
- Bring the mixture to boil for a couple of minutes.
- Let the mixture simmer for 10 minutes before straining.
- Drink this tea twice daily to alleviate the symptoms of PCOS and help with the process of recovery.
4. Fenugreek Seeds:
Time Required: 10 Min prep and 8 to 10 Hrs to soak.
What You Need: 2 Tablespoons of fenugreek seeds, 1 glass of water and 1 tablespoon of honey .
Fenugreek seeds have immense health benefits for women struggling with PCOS. One of the symptoms that manifests with this disorder is insulin resistance, which is where these seeds come in handy. By promoting metabolic reactions that breakdown glucose and improve insulin resistance, fenugreek seeds are able to keep the hormones in check. Other benefits of using these seeds include weight loss, reduced cholesterol levels as well as the healthy functioning of the cardiovascular system. You will need a few minutes to prepare the remedy, but soaking will take about 8 hours. For convenience sake, the seeds may be soaked overnight.
- Boil some water so that it is just warm enough to improve the soaking process.
- Place the flaxseeds in a bowl and pour the warm water in so that the seeds are fully covered.
- Let the seeds soak from anywhere between 8 hours and 12 hours (overnight).
- After this time has elapsed, take 1 tablespoon of the soaked seeds and add some honey before consumption.
- It is advisable to take this remedy on an empty stomach, so you may want to use this remedy early morning before taking breakfast.
- Take another tablespoon of the soaked seeds just before meals during the day.
- If this is not possible, simply add the fenugreek seeds to your regular food intake.
Time Required: 20 Min
What You Need: 1 Teaspoon of chasteberries (whether fresh or dried), 1 cup of water and a strainer.
Taking chasteberries is one of the recommended remedies for the management of PCOS. Sometimes referred to as vitex, these berries are loved for their hormonal-balancing attributes. When consumed on a regular basis, the berries are able to regulate menstrual periods while keeping the hormones in check. You may use fresh or dried chasteberries depending on what is available. The supplemental form of this herb may also be used in place of the berries, but for the proper dosage and efficiency of the same, this must be done following consultations with your doctor.
- Boil 1 cup of water and proceed to add the chasteberries.
- Cover the cup and let the berries steep for 15 minutes.
- You will then follow this up with straining the mixture before enjoying this tea.
- Take this remedy once daily until you are content with the progress made.
- If you opt for the chasteberries supplement, make sure you talk to your doctor about it.
Time Required: 20 Min
What You Need: 1 Teaspoon of licorice root (dried), 1 cup of boiling water, strainer and supplements (optional).
Licorice is a herbal remedy recommended for the natural treatment of PCOS as it helps with the reduction of testosterone levels in the body. The presence of the active ingredient in licorice, glycyrrhizin, allows for the inhibition of an enzyme required to synthesize testosterone. Through this mode of action, licorice is able to reduce the concentration of androgens in the body, and therefore reverse the symptoms of PCOS. Other benefits of using licorice include liver detoxification for the metabolism of estrogen, improvement of ovulation as well as the management of excessive body hair.
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