d sugar levels therefore ensuring the affected woman is less predisposed to diabetes and heart disease. Flaxseeds are very simple to prepare at home.
- Place two tablespoons of the ground flaxseeds in a glass and pour in hot water.
- Stir and drink this mixture daily for a couple of weeks or until you start to note improvements in the presented symptoms.
- The other alternative is to grind the seeds and add to your regular diet, whether to salads, soups, yogurt, cereals or smoothies.
Time Required: 5 Min
What You Need: 1 teaspoon of cinnamon powder, 1 glass of hot water and cinnamon supplements (optional).
Research indicates that adding cinnamon to one’s daily diet can help a great deal with an irregular menstrual cycle that is one of the main symptoms of PCOS. Different studies have pointed to the possibility of cinnamon reducing the extent of insulin resistance in the body, thus lowering the chances of developing diabetes. The most important thing to note is that the recommended intake of cinnamon spice is 1 tablespoon daily. Caution must be exercised if one is taking the remedy to counter insulin resistance as this may actually cause your blood sugar levels to take a dangerous dip with potentially serious side effects.
NOTE: consult your doctor before using the cinnamon supplements especially if you are on medication.
- Place 1 teaspoon of the ground cinnamon in a glass and pour in the hot water.
- Stir the resulting mixture and drink this daily for a couple of weeks as you monitor the progress made.
- The other option is to take herbal cinnamon supplements, but you must do this following a doctor’s consultation.
- Lastly, you may opt to sprinkle the cinnamon powder on your favorite foods such as cereals, sandwiches, yogurt and oats among others.
3. Spearmint Tea:
Time Required: 15 Min
What You Need: 1 Teaspoon of dried spearmint leaves, 1 cup of water and a strainer.
One of the simplest ways to deal with the symptoms of PCOS is to increase your intake of spearmint tea. This tea’s active ingredients are known 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 stoma