Ovarian Health
Natural Support for Women with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
HIGHLIGHTS
Helps normalize the menstrual cycle
Decreases androgen levels (male hormones)
Improves insulin use in the body
Supports healthy ovarian function and promotes egg quality
POLYCYSTIC OVARIAN SYNDROME
Polycystic ovarian syndrome is a hormonal disorder affecting 5-10% of childbearing women and is the most significant cause of infertility amongst women of all nationalities. Symptoms vary greatly between women, but can include multiple ovarian cysts, weight gain, acne, excessive hair growth on the face and other parts of the body, and male pattern hair-loss. More serious manifestations include: hyperinsulinemia, elevated triglycerides, and difficulty breathing.
Conventional treatments for PCOS are targeted to symptom management from oral retinoid for skin concerns, oral contraceptives, or insulin regulating drugs. However, the most effective treatment is always to address the root cause - this includes diet and lifestyle adjustments as well as supplementation with a few key nutrients that can improve outcomes.
The first is inositol. This member of the B vitamin family comes in two forms: myo-inositol and d-chiro- inositol. A combination of these two forms was shown to significantly improve insulin sensitivity by cells, thus improving blood glucose control. This also had an impact on the regulation of a number of sex hormone levels. Further, oocyte (egg) quality improved leading to improved fertility in women suffering from PCOS.
The second component, Folic acid has also been found to be beneficial by providing antioxidant support from excess homocysteine in those with PCOS. It also supports healthy brain, cardiovascular and genetic functioning.
AOR Ovarian Health contains the active form of folic acid to ensure that the body can use it properly. It also contains the optimal ratio of myo-inositol and d-chiro- inositol explained below.
RESEARCH
A study was conducted in 2012 in which 50 overweight women with PCOS were treated with myo-inositol or a combination of myo-inositol and d-chiro inositol. It was found that a combined administration of 40:1 myo-inositol:d-chiro inositol was most effective in reducing metabolic and clinical parameters.
Another study conducted in 2013 examined IVF outcomes in women with PCOS. Researchers examined the oocyte and embryo quality, as well as pregnancy rates. They found that the combined therapy approach yielded more significant results than treatment with d-chiro- inositol alone.