5 causes of thyroid dysregulation with PCOS that we should be aware of
Published on Aug 16, 2024 06:00 PM IST
- From birth control pills to restrictive dieting, here are some of the causes of thyroid dysregulation with PCOS.
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PCOS is a condition where the ovaries produce an abnormal amount of Androgen, further leading to cyst formation in the ovaries. The common symptoms of detecting PCOS are menstrual irregularity, acne formation, obesity and rapid mood shifts. Thyroid dysregulation is common in PCOS. “Some symptoms of an underactive thyroid include fatigue, joint pain, weight gain, and sensitivity of cold temperatures... But did you know that with the lifestyle changes that target the root causes, it is possible to reverse these symptoms,” wrote Dietitian Tallene Hacatoryan in a social media post. Here are some of the causes of thyroid dysregulation with PCOS to know about.(Shutterstock)
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2. Intermittent Fasting: Intermittent fasting is a type of diet that involves alternating periods of eating and fasting. This type of diet can help you lose weight by reducing your overall calorie intake. It can also help you maintain your weight loss by helping you stay in a calorie deficit. (istockphoto)
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Gluten: When we consume gluten, it acts as a thyroid molecule. This further makes the immune system detect it as an invader, and attacks both gluten protein and the thyroid. (Pixabay)
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Stress and blood sugar: Thyroid functionality can be significantly affected by high cortisol levels, prolonged exposure to stress and high blood sugar. (Unsplash)
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Endocrine disruptors: Certain chemicals in the environment can disrupt our hormonal balance, leading to overproduction of estrogens. This estrogen can block the thyroid receptors and disrupt its functionality. (Unsplash)
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