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If you're seeking a nutritionist or dietitian to help you manage your PCOS, it's crucial to prioritize choosing a professional with experience in addressing the unique concerns and challenges of PCOS patients. Nutritionists and dietitians specializing in PCOS have a deep understanding of the hormonal imbalancesinsulin resistance, and inflammation often associated with this condition. They are skilled in creating personalized nutrition plans that cater to your specific needs, helping you manage symptomsimprove fertility, and achieve long-term health goals.

These PCOS-focused nutritionists and dietitians stay up-to-date with the latest research and best practices in the field, ensuring that they can provide you with the most effective dietary strategies and recommendations. By choosing a nutritionist or dietitian with this specialized knowledge, you can have confidence that they will address your concerns and support you in making lasting, positive changes to your overall health and well-being.

Fay helps you find the best Registered Dietitian Nutritionists covered by your insurance. Dietitians you find on Fay are vetted and available for virtual or in-person sessions near .

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Rachel Saks, RD

Specialties: Weight Loss, Diabetes, High Cholesterol, High Blood Pressure, Food Allergies & Sensitivities, Vegan & Vegetarian, Pregnancy & Postpartum, PCOS, Pediatrics, Celiac, GERD, Sports Nutrition, Bariatric, POTS, Cancer / Oncology, Thyroid Health, Gut Health, Perimenopause & Menopause, General Nutrition

Insurances: Aetna, Cigna, Golden Rule, Optum, Oxford, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources (UMR)

AK, AZ, CA, CO, CT, HI, ID, IN, MA, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OK, OR, PA, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY
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Ashley Tweddle, RD

Specialties: Eating Disorders & Disordered Eating, Food Allergies & Sensitivities, Vegan & Vegetarian, PCOS, Autoimmune, IBS, Celiac, IBD, Cancer / Oncology, Thyroid Health, Gut Health, SIBO, General Nutrition

Insurances: Aetna, Cigna, Golden Rule, Optum, Oxford, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources (UMR)

AK, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, HI, ID, IN, MA, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OK, OR, PA, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY
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Kim Soliz, RD

Specialties: Weight Loss, Diabetes, High Cholesterol, High Blood Pressure, Food Allergies & Sensitivities, Vegan & Vegetarian, Pregnancy & Postpartum, PCOS, Autoimmune, IBS, Kidney Disease, Celiac, IBD, GERD, Bariatric, Cancer / Oncology, Gut Health, SIBO, Perimenopause & Menopause, General Nutrition

Insurances: Aetna, Cigna, Golden Rule, Optum, Oxford, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources (UMR)

AZ, CA, CO, HI, MI, NJ, VA
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Amy Lykes, RD

Specialties: Diabetes, High Cholesterol, High Blood Pressure, Food Allergies & Sensitivities, Pregnancy & Postpartum, PCOS, Celiac, Bariatric

Insurances: Aetna, Cigna, Golden Rule, Optum, Oxford, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources (UMR)

AZ, CA, CO, HI, MI, NJ, VA
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Emily Turitzin, RD

Specialties: Weight Loss, Diabetes, High Cholesterol, High Blood Pressure, Eating Disorders & Disordered Eating, Pregnancy & Postpartum, PCOS, Pediatrics, IBD, GERD, Perimenopause & Menopause, General Nutrition

Insurances: Aetna, Cigna, Golden Rule, Optum, Oxford, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources (UMR)

AK, AZ, CA, CO, CT, HI, ID, IN, MA, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OK, OR, PA, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY
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Courtney Swartz, RD

Specialties: Weight Loss, Diabetes, High Cholesterol, High Blood Pressure, Pregnancy & Postpartum, PCOS, Autoimmune, IBS, Bariatric, General Nutrition, Pediatrics, IBD, Celiac

Insurances: Aetna, Cigna, Golden Rule, Optum, Oxford, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources (UMR)

AZ, CA, CO, HI, MI, NJ, VA
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Lilian Zack, RD

Specialties: Weight Loss, Diabetes, High Cholesterol, Vegan & Vegetarian, PCOS, Pediatrics, Bariatric

Insurances: Aetna, Cigna, Golden Rule, Optum, Oxford, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources (UMR)

AK, AZ, CA, CO, CT, HI, ID, IN, MA, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OK, OR, PA, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY
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Anna Muir Fraker, RD

Specialties: Weight Loss, Diabetes, High Cholesterol, High Blood Pressure, PCOS, General Nutrition

Insurances: Aetna, Cigna, Golden Rule, Optum, Oxford, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources (UMR)

AK, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, HI, ID, IN, MA, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OK, OR, PA, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY
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Jessica Greenlee, RD

Specialties: Diabetes, GERD, High Blood Pressure, High Cholesterol, PCOS, Vegan & Vegetarian, Weight Loss

Insurances: Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Care Network, Blue Cross, Blue Shield, Carefirst, Cigna, Empire, Golden Rule, Highmark, Horizon, Independence Blue Cross, Optum, Oxford, Regence Blue Cross Blue Shield, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources (UMR)

AK, AZ, CA, CO, CT, HI, ID, IL, IN, MA, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OK, OR, PA, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY
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Yazley Almazan, RD

Specialties: Weight Loss, Diabetes, High Cholesterol, High Blood Pressure, PCOS, GERD, Sports Nutrition, Thyroid Health, Bariatric, Perimenopause & Menopause, General Nutrition

Insurances: Aetna, Cigna, Golden Rule, Optum, Oxford, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources (UMR)

AZ, CA, CO, HI, MI, NJ, VA
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Rachel Saks, RD

Accepts video appointments
Accepts in-person appointments

Insurances: Aetna, Cigna, Golden Rule, Optum, Oxford, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources (UMR)

Specialties: Weight Loss, Diabetes, High Cholesterol, High Blood Pressure, Food Allergies & Sensitivities, Vegan & Vegetarian, Pregnancy & Postpartum, PCOS, Pediatrics, Celiac, GERD, Sports Nutrition, Bariatric, POTS, Cancer / Oncology, Thyroid Health, Gut Health, Perimenopause & Menopause, General Nutrition

AK, AZ, CA, CO, CT, HI, ID, IN, MA, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OK, OR, PA, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Ashley Tweddle, RD

Accepts video appointments
Accepts in-person appointments

Insurances: Aetna, Cigna, Golden Rule, Optum, Oxford, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources (UMR)

Specialties: Eating Disorders & Disordered Eating, Food Allergies & Sensitivities, Vegan & Vegetarian, PCOS, Autoimmune, IBS, Celiac, IBD, Cancer / Oncology, Thyroid Health, Gut Health, SIBO, General Nutrition

AK, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, HI, ID, IN, MA, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OK, OR, PA, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Kim Soliz, RD

Accepts video appointments
Accepts in-person appointments

Insurances: Aetna, Cigna, Golden Rule, Optum, Oxford, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources (UMR)

Specialties: Weight Loss, Diabetes, High Cholesterol, High Blood Pressure, Food Allergies & Sensitivities, Vegan & Vegetarian, Pregnancy & Postpartum, PCOS, Autoimmune, IBS, Kidney Disease, Celiac, IBD, GERD, Bariatric, Cancer / Oncology, Gut Health, SIBO, Perimenopause & Menopause, General Nutrition

AZ, CA, CO, HI, MI, NJ, VA

Amy Lykes, RD

Accepts video appointments
Accepts in-person appointments

Insurances: Aetna, Cigna, Golden Rule, Optum, Oxford, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources (UMR)

Specialties: Diabetes, High Cholesterol, High Blood Pressure, Food Allergies & Sensitivities, Pregnancy & Postpartum, PCOS, Celiac, Bariatric

AZ, CA, CO, HI, MI, NJ, VA

Emily Turitzin, RD

Accepts video appointments
Accepts in-person appointments

Insurances: Aetna, Cigna, Golden Rule, Optum, Oxford, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources (UMR)

Specialties: Weight Loss, Diabetes, High Cholesterol, High Blood Pressure, Eating Disorders & Disordered Eating, Pregnancy & Postpartum, PCOS, Pediatrics, IBD, GERD, Perimenopause & Menopause, General Nutrition

AK, AZ, CA, CO, CT, HI, ID, IN, MA, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OK, OR, PA, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Courtney Swartz, RD

Accepts video appointments
Accepts in-person appointments

Insurances: Aetna, Cigna, Golden Rule, Optum, Oxford, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources (UMR)

Specialties: Weight Loss, Diabetes, High Cholesterol, High Blood Pressure, Pregnancy & Postpartum, PCOS, Autoimmune, IBS, Bariatric, General Nutrition, Pediatrics, IBD, Celiac

AZ, CA, CO, HI, MI, NJ, VA

Lilian Zack, RD

Accepts video appointments
Accepts in-person appointments

Insurances: Aetna, Cigna, Golden Rule, Optum, Oxford, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources (UMR)

Specialties: Weight Loss, Diabetes, High Cholesterol, Vegan & Vegetarian, PCOS, Pediatrics, Bariatric

AK, AZ, CA, CO, CT, HI, ID, IN, MA, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OK, OR, PA, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Anna Muir Fraker, RD

Accepts video appointments
Accepts in-person appointments

Insurances: Aetna, Cigna, Golden Rule, Optum, Oxford, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources (UMR)

Specialties: Weight Loss, Diabetes, High Cholesterol, High Blood Pressure, PCOS, General Nutrition

AK, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, HI, ID, IN, MA, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OK, OR, PA, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Jessica Greenlee, RD

Accepts video appointments
Accepts in-person appointments

Insurances: Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Care Network, Blue Cross, Blue Shield, Carefirst, Cigna, Empire, Golden Rule, Highmark, Horizon, Independence Blue Cross, Optum, Oxford, Regence Blue Cross Blue Shield, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources (UMR)

Specialties: Diabetes, GERD, High Blood Pressure, High Cholesterol, PCOS, Vegan & Vegetarian, Weight Loss

AK, AZ, CA, CO, CT, HI, ID, IL, IN, MA, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OK, OR, PA, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Yazley Almazan, RD

Accepts video appointments
Accepts in-person appointments

Insurances: Aetna, Cigna, Golden Rule, Optum, Oxford, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources (UMR)

Specialties: Weight Loss, Diabetes, High Cholesterol, High Blood Pressure, PCOS, GERD, Sports Nutrition, Thyroid Health, Bariatric, Perimenopause & Menopause, General Nutrition

AZ, CA, CO, HI, MI, NJ, VA

Belkys Yip-Crouch, RD

Accepts video appointments
Accepts in-person appointments

Insurances: Aetna, Cigna, Golden Rule, Optum, Oxford, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources (UMR)

Specialties: Diabetes, High Cholesterol, High Blood Pressure, Vegan & Vegetarian, Pregnancy & Postpartum, PCOS, Kidney Disease, GERD, Cancer / Oncology, Perimenopause & Menopause, General Nutrition

AK, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, HI, ID, IN, MA, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OK, OR, PA, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Madison Jacobs, RD

Accepts video appointments
Accepts in-person appointments

Insurances: Aetna, Cigna, Golden Rule, Optum, Oxford, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources (UMR)

Specialties: Weight Loss, Diabetes, Food Allergies & Sensitivities, Vegan & Vegetarian, PCOS, IBS, Celiac, Sports Nutrition, General Nutrition

AK, AZ, CA, CO, CT, HI, ID, IN, MA, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OK, OR, PA, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Melissa Hooper, RD

Accepts video appointments
Accepts in-person appointments

Insurances: Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Care Network, Blue Cross, Blue Shield, Carefirst, Cigna, Empire, Golden Rule, Highmark, Horizon, Independence Blue Cross, Optum, Oxford, Regence Blue Cross Blue Shield, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources (UMR)

Specialties: Weight Loss, Diabetes, High Cholesterol, High Blood Pressure, PCOS, Kidney Disease, GERD, Bariatric, Gut Health, SIBO, General Nutrition

AK, AZ, CA, CO, CT, HI, ID, IL, IN, MA, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OK, OR, PA, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Robin Schenk, RD

Accepts video appointments
Accepts in-person appointments

Insurances: Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Care Network, Blue Cross, Blue Shield, Carefirst, Cigna, Empire, Golden Rule, Highmark, Horizon, Independence Blue Cross, Optum, Oxford, Regence Blue Cross Blue Shield, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources (UMR)

Specialties: Weight Loss, High Cholesterol, High Blood Pressure, PCOS, Thyroid Health, Gut Health, SIBO, Perimenopause & Menopause, General Nutrition, Autoimmune

AK, AZ, CA, CO, CT, HI, ID, IL, IN, MA, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OK, OR, PA, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Hiral Salla, RD

Accepts video appointments
Accepts in-person appointments

Insurances: Aetna, Cigna, Golden Rule, Optum, Oxford, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources (UMR)

Specialties: Weight Loss, Diabetes, High Cholesterol, High Blood Pressure, Eating Disorders & Disordered Eating, Food Allergies & Sensitivities, Vegan & Vegetarian, Pregnancy & Postpartum, PCOS, Autoimmune, IBS, Kidney Disease, Pediatrics, Colitis, GERD, Bariatric, Transplant, POTS, Cancer / Oncology, Thyroid Health, Gut Health, Perimenopause & Menopause, General Nutrition

AK, AZ, CA, CO, CT, HI, ID, IN, MA, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OK, OR, PA, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Bonnie Chin, RD

Accepts video appointments
Accepts in-person appointments

Insurances: Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Care Network, Blue Cross, Blue Shield, Carefirst, Cigna, Empire, Golden Rule, Highmark, Horizon, Independence Blue Cross, Optum, Oxford, Regence Blue Cross Blue Shield, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources (UMR)

Specialties: Weight Loss, Diabetes, High Cholesterol, High Blood Pressure, Eating Disorders & Disordered Eating, Vegan & Vegetarian, Food Allergies & Sensitivities, Pregnancy & Postpartum, PCOS, IBS, Kidney Disease, Pediatrics, IBD, Bariatric, Gut Health

AK, AZ, CA, CO, CT, HI, ID, IL, IN, MA, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OK, OR, PA, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Ella Gilboa, RD

Accepts video appointments
Accepts in-person appointments

Insurances: Aetna, Cigna, Golden Rule, Optum, Oxford, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources (UMR)

Specialties: Food Allergies & Sensitivities, Vegan & Vegetarian, Pregnancy & Postpartum, Autoimmune, IBS, Colitis, Celiac, IBD, GERD, Cancer / Oncology, Gut Health, SIBO, General Nutrition, Thyroid Health, PCOS, Perimenopause & Menopause

AK, AZ, CA, CO, CT, HI, ID, IN, MA, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OK, OR, PA, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Anne Lelong, RD

Accepts video appointments
Accepts in-person appointments

Insurances: Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Care Network, Blue Cross, Blue Shield, Carefirst, Cigna, Empire, Golden Rule, Highmark, Horizon, Independence Blue Cross, Optum, Oxford, Regence Blue Cross Blue Shield, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources (UMR)

Specialties: Weight Loss, Diabetes, High Cholesterol, High Blood Pressure, Food Allergies & Sensitivities, PCOS, Autoimmune, Celiac, GERD, Sports Nutrition, Thyroid Health, Gut Health, General Nutrition

AK, AZ, CA, CO, CT, HI, ID, IL, IN, MA, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OK, OR, PA, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Malda Murad, RD

Accepts video appointments
Accepts in-person appointments

Insurances: Aetna, Cigna, Golden Rule, Optum, Oxford, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources (UMR)

Specialties: Weight Loss, Diabetes, High Cholesterol, High Blood Pressure, Eating Disorders & Disordered Eating, Food Allergies & Sensitivities, Vegan & Vegetarian, Pregnancy & Postpartum, PCOS, IBS, Kidney Disease, Pediatrics, Colitis, Celiac, IBD, GERD, Cancer / Oncology

AK, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, HI, ID, IN, MA, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OK, OR, PA, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Ruth Anne Crowle, RD

Accepts video appointments
Accepts in-person appointments

Insurances: Aetna, Cigna, Golden Rule, Optum, Oxford, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources (UMR)

Specialties: Weight Loss, PCOS, Thyroid Health, Gut Health, SIBO, General Nutrition

AK, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, HI, ID, IN, MA, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OK, OR, PA, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Kathleen Johnson, RD

Accepts video appointments
Accepts in-person appointments

Insurances: Aetna, Cigna, Golden Rule, Optum, Oxford, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources (UMR)

Specialties: Diabetes, Weight Loss, High Cholesterol, Eating Disorders & Disordered Eating, PCOS, General Nutrition, GERD

AK, AZ, CA, CO, CT, HI, ID, IN, MA, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OK, OR, PA, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Sheba Bergman-Golden, RD

Accepts video appointments
Accepts in-person appointments

Insurances: Aetna, Cigna, Golden Rule, Optum, Oxford, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources (UMR)

Specialties: Weight Loss, Diabetes, High Cholesterol, High Blood Pressure, Eating Disorders & Disordered Eating, Food Allergies & Sensitivities, Pregnancy & Postpartum, PCOS, Autoimmune, Pediatrics, Celiac, Sports Nutrition, Gut Health, Perimenopause & Menopause, General Nutrition

AK, AZ, CA, CO, CT, HI, ID, IN, MA, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OK, OR, PA, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Hannah Batic, RD

Accepts video appointments
Accepts in-person appointments

Insurances: Aetna, Cigna, Golden Rule, Optum, Oxford, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources (UMR)

Specialties: Weight Loss, Diabetes, High Cholesterol, High Blood Pressure, Food Allergies & Sensitivities, Vegan & Vegetarian, Pregnancy & Postpartum, PCOS, Autoimmune, Celiac, Bariatric, Cancer / Oncology, Thyroid Health, Gut Health, Perimenopause & Menopause

AK, AZ, CA, CO, CT, HI, ID, IN, MA, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OK, OR, PA, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Julia Richardson, RD

Accepts video appointments
Accepts in-person appointments

Insurances: Aetna, Cigna, Golden Rule, Optum, Oxford, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources (UMR)

Specialties: Diabetes, High Cholesterol, High Blood Pressure, Eating Disorders & Disordered Eating, PCOS, IBS, Kidney Disease, Colitis, IBD, GERD, Sports Nutrition, Cancer / Oncology, Gut Health, Perimenopause & Menopause, General Nutrition

AK, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, HI, ID, IN, MA, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OK, OR, PA, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Merav Shikler Diamant, RD

Accepts video appointments
Accepts in-person appointments

Insurances: Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Care Network, Blue Cross, Blue Shield, Carefirst, Cigna, Empire, Florida Blue, Golden Rule, Highmark, Horizon, Independence Blue Cross, Optum, Oxford, Regence Blue Cross Blue Shield, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources (UMR)

Specialties: Gut Health, Diabetes, Autoimmune, Bariatric, High Blood Pressure, High Cholesterol, PCOS, Pediatrics, Pregnancy & Postpartum, Sports Nutrition, Weight Loss

AK, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, HI, ID, IL, IN, MA, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OK, OR, PA, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Moran Hermesh, RD

Accepts video appointments
Accepts in-person appointments

Insurances: Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Care Network, Blue Cross, Blue Shield, Carefirst, Cigna, Empire, Golden Rule, Highmark, Horizon, Independence Blue Cross, Optum, Oxford, Regence Blue Cross Blue Shield, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources (UMR)

Specialties: Gut Health, Diabetes, Autoimmune, Celiac, Colitis, Eating Disorders & Disordered Eating, Food Allergies & Sensitivities, GERD, High Blood Pressure, High Cholesterol, IBS, Cancer / Oncology, PCOS, POTS, Pregnancy & Postpartum, Thyroid Health, Vegan & Vegetarian, Weight Loss, IBD

AK, AZ, CA, CO, CT, HI, ID, IL, IN, MA, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OK, OR, PA, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Jane Hemminger, RD

Accepts video appointments
Accepts in-person appointments

Insurances: Aetna, Cigna, Golden Rule, Optum, Oxford, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources (UMR)

Specialties: Gut Health, Diabetes, Food Allergies & Sensitivities, GERD, High Blood Pressure, High Cholesterol, IBS, PCOS, Pregnancy & Postpartum, Sports Nutrition, Thyroid Health, Vegan & Vegetarian, Weight Loss

AK, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, HI, ID, IN, IA, MA, MI, MO, NH, NJ, NY, OK, OR, PA, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Maja Hickman, RD

Accepts video appointments
Accepts in-person appointments

Insurances: Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Care Network, Blue Cross, Blue Shield, Carefirst, Cigna, Empire, Florida Blue, Golden Rule, Highmark, Horizon, Independence Blue Cross, Optum, Oxford, Regence Blue Cross Blue Shield, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources (UMR)

Specialties: Weight Loss, Diabetes, High Cholesterol, Food Allergies & Sensitivities, PCOS, Autoimmune, IBS, IBD, Gut Health, SIBO, Perimenopause & Menopause, General Nutrition

AL, AK, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, HI, ID, IL, IN, MA, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OK, OR, PA, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Juvonia Harris, RD

Accepts video appointments
Accepts in-person appointments

Insurances: Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Care Network, Blue Cross, Blue Shield, Carefirst, Cigna, Empire, Golden Rule, Highmark, Horizon, Independence Blue Cross, Optum, Oxford, Regence Blue Cross Blue Shield, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources (UMR)

Specialties: Gut Health, Diabetes, Autoimmune, Bariatric, High Blood Pressure, High Cholesterol, PCOS, Pregnancy & Postpartum, Vegan & Vegetarian, Weight Loss

AL, AK, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, DC, FL, GA, HI, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MS, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Lynne Harris, RD

Accepts video appointments
Accepts in-person appointments

Insurances: Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Care Network, Blue Cross, Blue Shield, Carefirst, Cigna, Empire, Golden Rule, Highmark, Horizon, Independence Blue Cross, Optum, Oxford, Regence Blue Cross Blue Shield, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources (UMR)

Specialties: Weight Loss, Diabetes, High Cholesterol, High Blood Pressure, Food Allergies & Sensitivities, Vegan & Vegetarian, PCOS, Autoimmune, Pregnancy & Postpartum, IBS, Kidney Disease, Colitis, Celiac, IBD, GERD, Cancer / Oncology, Thyroid Health, Gut Health

AK, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DE, HI, ID, IL, IN, MD, MA, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OK, OR, PA, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Amy Reynolds, RD

Accepts video appointments
Accepts in-person appointments

Insurances: Aetna, Cigna, Golden Rule, Optum, Oxford, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources (UMR)

Specialties: Diabetes, Eating Disorders & Disordered Eating, Vegan & Vegetarian, PCOS, General Nutrition

AK, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, HI, ID, IN, MD, MA, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OK, OR, PA, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Jenna-Lee VanTonder, RD

Accepts video appointments
Accepts in-person appointments

Insurances: Aetna, Cigna, Golden Rule, Optum, Oxford, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources (UMR)

Specialties: Diabetes, High Cholesterol, High Blood Pressure, Vegan & Vegetarian, PCOS, Kidney Disease, Celiac, Sports Nutrition, Gut Health, General Nutrition

AK, AZ, CA, CO, CT, GA, HI, ID, IN, KY, MA, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OK, OR, PA, TN, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Sara Hassan, RD

Accepts video appointments
Accepts in-person appointments

Insurances: Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Care Network, Blue Cross, Blue Shield, Carefirst, Cigna, Empire, Golden Rule, Highmark, Horizon, Independence Blue Cross, Optum, Oxford, Regence Blue Cross Blue Shield, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources (UMR)

Specialties: Weight Loss, Diabetes, High Cholesterol, High Blood Pressure, Pregnancy & Postpartum, PCOS, Autoimmune, IBS, Kidney Disease, IBD, GERD, Bariatric, Cancer / Oncology, Gut Health, Colitis, Thyroid Health

AL, AK, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, DC, FL, GA, HI, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MS, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Jessica Flesch, RD

Accepts video appointments
Accepts in-person appointments

Insurances: Aetna, Cigna, Golden Rule, Optum, Oxford, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources (UMR)

Specialties: Weight Loss, Eating Disorders & Disordered Eating, PCOS, Autoimmune, Sports Nutrition, Thyroid Health, General Nutrition

AK, AZ, CA, CO, CT, HI, ID, IN, KY, MA, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OK, OR, PA, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Melissa Reed, RD

Accepts video appointments
Accepts in-person appointments

Insurances: Aetna, Cigna, Golden Rule, Optum, Oxford, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources (UMR)

Specialties: Weight Loss, Diabetes, High Cholesterol, High Blood Pressure, Pregnancy & Postpartum, PCOS, Kidney Disease, GERD, Bariatric, Transplant, Perimenopause & Menopause, General Nutrition

AK, AZ, CA, CO, CT, HI, ID, IN, LA, MA, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OK, OR, PA, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Rebecca Normandeau, RD

Accepts video appointments
Accepts in-person appointments

Insurances: Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Care Network, Blue Cross, Blue Shield, Carefirst, Cigna, Empire, Golden Rule, Highmark, Horizon, Independence Blue Cross, Optum, Oxford, Regence Blue Cross Blue Shield, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources (UMR)

Specialties: Weight Loss, Diabetes, High Cholesterol, High Blood Pressure, Vegan & Vegetarian, Pregnancy & Postpartum, PCOS, IBS, Kidney Disease, Pediatrics, Celiac, GERD, Cancer / Oncology, Thyroid Health, Gut Health

AK, AZ, CA, CO, CT, HI, ID, IL, IN, ME, MA, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OK, OR, PA, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Stephanie Sudjian, RD

Accepts video appointments
Accepts in-person appointments

Insurances: Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Care Network, Blue Cross, Blue Shield, Carefirst, Cigna, Empire, Golden Rule, Highmark, Horizon, Independence Blue Cross, Optum, Oxford, Regence Blue Cross Blue Shield, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources (UMR)

Specialties: POTS, Pregnancy & Postpartum, PCOS, Autoimmune, IBS, IBD, Celiac, Thyroid Health, Gut Health, Perimenopause & Menopause

AK, AZ, CA, CO, CT, HI, ID, IL, IN, MD, MA, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OK, OR, PA, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Kevin McCulloch, RD

Accepts video appointments
Accepts in-person appointments

Insurances: Aetna, Cigna, Golden Rule, Optum, Oxford, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources (UMR)

Specialties: Weight Loss, Diabetes, High Cholesterol, High Blood Pressure, Eating Disorders & Disordered Eating, Vegan & Vegetarian, PCOS, IBS, Celiac, IBD, GERD, Sports Nutrition, Bariatric, Gut Health, General Nutrition

AK, AZ, CA, CO, CT, HI, ID, IN, MA, MI, MN, NH, NJ, NY, OK, OR, PA, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Lauren Hill, RD

Accepts video appointments
Accepts in-person appointments

Insurances: Aetna, Cigna, Golden Rule, Optum, Oxford, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources (UMR)

Specialties: Weight Loss, Diabetes, High Cholesterol, High Blood Pressure, Food Allergies & Sensitivities, PCOS, Autoimmune, IBS, Colitis, Celiac, IBD, GERD, Sports Nutrition, Bariatric, Thyroid Health, Gut Health, Perimenopause & Menopause, General Nutrition

AK, AZ, CA, CO, CT, HI, ID, IN, MA, MI, MS, NH, NJ, NY, OK, OR, PA, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Rachel Dreher, RD

Accepts video appointments
Accepts in-person appointments

Insurances: Aetna, Cigna, Golden Rule, Optum, Oxford, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources (UMR)

Specialties: Weight Loss, Diabetes, High Cholesterol, High Blood Pressure, Food Allergies & Sensitivities, Vegan & Vegetarian, PCOS, IBS, GERD, Bariatric, Gut Health, General Nutrition

AK, AZ, CA, CO, CT, HI, ID, IN, MA, MI, MO, NH, NJ, NY, OK, OR, PA, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Jaren Soloff, RD

Accepts video appointments
Accepts in-person appointments

Insurances: Aetna, Cigna, Golden Rule, Optum, Oxford, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources (UMR)

Specialties: Eating Disorders & Disordered Eating, PCOS, Pediatrics, Pregnancy & Postpartum

AK, AZ, CA, CO, CT, HI, ID, IN, IA, MA, MI, MT, NH, NJ, NY, OK, OR, PA, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Jayne Kapperman, RD

Accepts video appointments
Accepts in-person appointments

Insurances: Aetna, Cigna, Golden Rule, Optum, Oxford, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources (UMR)

Specialties: Diabetes, High Cholesterol, PCOS, IBS, Food Allergies & Sensitivities, Celiac, Cancer / Oncology, General Nutrition, Weight Loss

AK, AZ, CA, CO, CT, HI, ID, IN, MA, MI, NE, NH, NJ, NY, OK, OR, PA, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Jessica Franks, RD

Accepts video appointments
Accepts in-person appointments

Insurances: Aetna, Cigna, Golden Rule, Optum, Oxford, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources (UMR)

Specialties: Gut Health, Eating Disorders & Disordered Eating, High Blood Pressure, High Cholesterol, IBS, PCOS, Pediatrics, Thyroid Health, Perimenopause & Menopause

AK, AZ, CA, CO, CT, HI, ID, IN, MA, MI, NV, NH, NJ, NY, OK, OR, PA, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Janet Trahan, RD

Accepts video appointments
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Insurances: Aetna, Cigna, Golden Rule, Optum, Oxford, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources (UMR)

Specialties: Diabetes, High Blood Pressure, Autoimmune, PCOS, Kidney Disease, General Nutrition

AK, AZ, CA, CO, CT, HI, ID, IN, MA, MI, NH, NJ, NM, NY, OK, OR, PA, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Raelyn Snyder, RD

Accepts video appointments
Accepts in-person appointments

Insurances: Aetna, Cigna, Golden Rule, Optum, Oxford, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources (UMR)

Specialties: Pregnancy & Postpartum, PCOS, Sports Nutrition, Thyroid Health, Gut Health, General Nutrition, Weight Loss

AK, AZ, CA, CO, CT, HI, ID, IN, MA, MI, MN, NH, NJ, NY, NC, OK, OR, PA, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Dana Snelson, RD

Accepts video appointments
Accepts in-person appointments

Insurances: Aetna, Cigna, Golden Rule, Optum, Oxford, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources (UMR)

Specialties: Weight Loss, Diabetes, High Blood Pressure, PCOS, Autoimmune, IBS, Kidney Disease, Colitis, IBD, GERD, Sports Nutrition, Bariatric, Cancer / Oncology, Thyroid Health, Gut Health, General Nutrition

AK, AZ, CA, CO, CT, HI, ID, IN, MA, MI, NH, NJ, NY, ND, OK, OR, PA, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Alexis Rios, RD

Accepts video appointments
Accepts in-person appointments

Insurances: Aetna, Cigna, Golden Rule, Optum, Oxford, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources (UMR)

Specialties: High Cholesterol, High Blood Pressure, Vegan & Vegetarian, PCOS, IBS, Gut Health, General Nutrition

AK, AZ, CA, CO, CT, HI, ID, IN, MA, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Stacey Federico, RD

Accepts video appointments
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Insurances: Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Care Network, Blue Cross, Blue Shield, Carefirst, Cigna, Empire, Golden Rule, Highmark, Horizon, Independence Blue Cross, Optum, Oxford, Regence Blue Cross Blue Shield, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources (UMR)

Specialties: Weight Loss, Diabetes, High Cholesterol, High Blood Pressure, Eating Disorders & Disordered Eating, Food Allergies & Sensitivities, Vegan & Vegetarian, Pregnancy & Postpartum, PCOS, Gut Health, Sports Nutrition, GERD, IBD, Celiac, Colitis, Pediatrics, Kidney Disease, IBS

AK, AZ, CA, CO, CT, HI, ID, IL, IN, MA, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OK, OR, PA, RI, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Jalak Patel, RD

Accepts video appointments
Accepts in-person appointments

Insurances: Aetna, Cigna, Golden Rule, Optum, Oxford, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources (UMR)

Specialties: Diabetes, High Cholesterol, High Blood Pressure, Vegan & Vegetarian, PCOS, Autoimmune, IBS, Kidney Disease, Pediatrics, IBD, Gut Health

AK, AZ, CA, CO, CT, HI, ID, IN, MA, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OK, OR, PA, SC, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Christi Bowling, RD

Accepts video appointments
Accepts in-person appointments

Insurances: Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Care Network, Blue Cross, Blue Shield, Carefirst, Cigna, Empire, Florida Blue, Golden Rule, Highmark, Horizon, Independence Blue Cross, Optum, Oxford, Regence Blue Cross Blue Shield, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources (UMR)

Specialties: Diabetes, Autoimmune, Bariatric, Celiac, Food Allergies & Sensitivities, GERD, High Blood Pressure, High Cholesterol, IBS, Kidney Disease, Cancer / Oncology, PCOS, Pregnancy & Postpartum, Sports Nutrition, Thyroid Health, Vegan & Vegetarian, Weight Loss, IBD, Perimenopause & Menopause

AL, AK, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, DC, FL, GA, HI, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MS, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Morganne Brown, RD

Accepts video appointments
Accepts in-person appointments

Insurances: Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Care Network, Blue Cross, Blue Shield, Carefirst, Cigna, Empire, Florida Blue, Golden Rule, Highmark, Horizon, Independence Blue Cross, Optum, Oxford, Regence Blue Cross Blue Shield, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources (UMR)

Specialties: Diabetes, Weight Loss, PCOS, Pregnancy & Postpartum, General Nutrition, High Blood Pressure

AK, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, HI, ID, IL, IN, MA, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OK, OR, PA, TN, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Amanda Shumaker, RD

Accepts video appointments
Accepts in-person appointments

Insurances: Aetna, Cigna, Golden Rule, Optum, Oxford, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources (UMR)

Specialties: Weight Loss, Diabetes, High Cholesterol, High Blood Pressure, Food Allergies & Sensitivities, Vegan & Vegetarian, Pregnancy & Postpartum, PCOS, Sports Nutrition, Bariatric, Cancer / Oncology, Thyroid Health, Gut Health, Perimenopause & Menopause, General Nutrition

AZ, CA, CO, HI, MI, NJ, VA
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Overcome your challenges with PCOS

Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal disorder affecting up to 10% of menstruating people. It is characterized by an over-production of androgens, a type of hormone, and insulin resistance. Common PCOS symptoms include irregular periods or amenorrhea, infertility, weight gain, acne, excess hair growth, and depression or anxiety.

Break free from PCOS with personalized support

Lifestyle interventions play a key role in reversing the effects of PCOS. Work with a registered dietitian to rebalance your hormones with:

  • Custom meal plan including low-glycemic foods
  • Personalized eating schedule to improve blood sugar levels
  • Exercise guidelines
  • Supplement recommendations
  • Medical assistance if needed (in partnership with your medical provider)

Everyone's journey is different, so your dietitian works with you 1 on 1 to provide a hyper-personalized plan

Fay’s dietitians are ready to support your every need, from weight loss to diabetes management or eating disorder treatment. Your nutrition expert is just a few clicks away.
85%
see improved lab results
95%
avoid partial or full hospitalization
94%
make lifestyle changes that help avoid complications
79%
of people safely reduce or avoid use of medication
83%
experienced increased body confidence
96%
feel empowered to make lifestyle decisions that involve food that bring them joy
93%
adopted intuitive eating techniques
90%
experience improved mental health

Hear what they're saying

"I've struggled with PCOS for a while. Fay made it so affordable and easy to meet with a PCOS dietitian who has availability on nights and weekends. That almost never happens."
Amanda B.
"I meet with my nutritionist every other week and insurance covers all of it! I didn't even know I had this as a benefit. I wish I knew about this sooner."
Aaron E.
"When I became pre-diabetic, I knew I had to make some lifestyle changes. My nutritionist taught me a lot, and I've been managing my blood sugar with what I put on my plate"
Joseph D.
"I lost 15 pounds after 3 sessions with my nutritionist. She helped me build a better relationship with food. I feel more confident in the kitchen and ordering out."
Molly W.
"Fay was recommended to us by our psychiatrist and we were able to connect with an eating disorder specialist, which has been critical for my daughter's recovery."
Zoe T.
"I was able to find the perfect nutritionist to help me manage my diabetes and IBS. I was shocked to learn that it only cost me $5 after insurance!"
Matt R.
"I LOVE my dietitian. She designed a customized plan for me and kept me accountable. My sessions were FREE because insurance paid for it."
Kelly O.

What to look for in a PCOS nutritionist

What to expect with a Fay PCOS dietitian

1

Custom meal plan

No cookie-cutter meal plans over here. With Fay, you get a completely custom nutrition plan personalized to your PCOS symptoms and key concerns. This ensures the plan works with your care plan and overall lifestyle, making it easier to stick to (and achieve ideal results).

2

Convenient meeting times

All Fay dietitians work both virtually and in person, opening you up to providers across the country specializing in PCOS. This broader range of options makes it easier to find someone who is a good fit in terms of both expertise and personality.

3

Complementary treatment plan

Fay dietitians are well-versed in collaborating with other medical providers to ensure your nutrition plan is complementary to your other treatments. They can liaise directly with your doctors to help guarantee the best outcomes.

4

Supportive provider

Dealing with PCOS can be hard. With an empathetic, supportive dietitian by your side, PCOS management is easier.

How PCOS affects your health

Infertility

Many with PCOS struggle with fertility. With proper treatment, however, re-establishing a normal menstrual cycle and conceiving is possible. If conception is one of your goals, your Fay dietitian will account for that in your meal plan and support your fertility journey.

Weight gain

PCOS can make weight management difficult. Losing just 5% of your body weight can make a significant difference in your symptoms and hormone levels. Your RD will design a realistic plan that helps achieve sustainable weight loss to make you feel better and improve your symptoms.

Blood sugar imbalance

A lot of people with PCOS also have high blood sugar, which can make eating and meal timing challenging. Your Fay provider will teach you everything you need to know about blood sugar management so you can be empowered to make better food choices and improve your blood sugar levels.

Unpleasant side effects

PCOS comes with other unpleasant side effects, like excess body hair and skin problems. Proper treatment, including diet, can improve all of these side effects.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can a nutritionist or dietitian help with PCOS?

Yes! Diet is one of the primary ways to improve PCOS symptoms. Hormones and blood sugar are heavily influenced by diet. Prioritizing whole grains, fiber, omega-3 fats, and protein can help you achieve balanced blood sugar and improve your symptoms.

Is PCOS curable?

PCOS is a lifelong condition, but with proper care, you can minimize symptoms and still live a fulfilling life, including conceiving if that is a priority. Diet, lifestyle changes, and medication can all help improve your hormonal balance and blood sugar so you can thrive.

Do Fay dietitians accept my insurance?

All Fay providers are credentialed with insurance. To check which providers work with your specific insurance, input your plan information here and check the filtered search results. Many users pay as little as $0 per session with Fay.

Does Fay have online or virtual dietitians and nutritionists that can help with PCOS?

All Fay providers accept video visits, and most do in-person visits, too. Virtual nutrition services open you up to providers all over the country rather than limiting you to providers in your city. This means you can find the perfect fit for your needs and preferences.

Can a PCOS dietitian help me get pregnant?

Just like other PCOS symptoms, fertility can be positively impacted by diet. Your Fay dietitian can work with your medical provider to create a fertility-supporting meal plan that works in harmony with your medical treatments.

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All about PCOS

What is PCOS?

Polycystic ovary syndrome is an endocrine disorder affecting the ovaries where eggs are stored. If your body doesn’t make enough of the hormones necessary for ovulation, small fluid-filled cysts can develop on the ovaries. These cysts produce androgen, a hormone found in higher concentration in men. High levels of androgen can lead to menstrual issues, such as irregular periods or a lack thereof (amenorrhea), as well as fertility issues.

Many with PCOS also have insulin resistance and their bodies can’t use insulin well. This can also lead to high androgen levels, furthering exacerbating symptoms.

PCOS Signs and Symptoms

Those with PCOS often experience symptoms like:

  • Enlarged ovaries or ovarian cysts
  • Irregular periods or amenorrhea (lack of menstruation)
  • Hirsutism, or excess body hair
  • Issues with fertility
  • Weight gain and obesity
  • Acne or oily skin
  • Skin abnormalities, like skin tags in the neck or armpits, or dark/thick skin patches on the neck, armpits, or under breasts

To be diagnosed with PCOS, you have to have at least two of these three symptoms: cysts in the ovaries (via ultrasound), high androgen levels (via blood test), and irregular or absent periods. A gynecologist, general practitioner, or endocrinologist can administer these tests and diagnose you accordingly. Once you have a diagnosis, you start working with a dietitian to target your specific concerns.

Causes of PCOS

The causes of PCOS are not known. If you have close family members with PCOS, you are likelier to develop the condition. Insulin resistance and hormonal imbalance are also contributing factors, and one can exacerbate the other, meaning insulin resistance can lead to excess testosterone. This vicious cycle prevents normal ovulation.

Insulin resistance can also contribute to weight gain, further worsening symptoms. Excess fat is associated with further insulin production.

When you have PCOS, the following hormones are often imbalanced:

  • High levels of luteinizing hormone, which is related to ovulation
  • High levels of testosterone
  • Low levels of sex hormone-binding globulin (SHBG), which binds to testosterone and reduces its effect
  • High levels of prolactin, which stimulates milk production in pregnancy (only relevant for some women with PCOS)

The issues may start in the ovaries, the hormone-producing glands, or the brain.

PCOS Health Risks

Because your hormones have such a strong influence over your bodily function, PCOS puts you at risk for a number of long-term health risks.

Infertility and fertility issues are a key concern with PCOS, especially if you want to become pregnant. However, with proper treatment, fertility can be restored and you can successfully conceive.

Increased blood sugar levels put you at risk of developing diabetes, another lifelong condition. Diet plays a crucial role in improving blood sugar levels and avoiding diabetes.

Insulin resistance and diabetes risk also put you at risk for heart disease, particularly if you are overweight or obese. Again, diet is a vital way to prevent this.

PCOS Treatment

Polycystic ovary syndrome is treated by a combination of lifestyle interventions and medical treatment based on your personal symptoms and hormone levels. A registered dietitian can help improve insulin resistance and balance hormones with a custom diet aimed at minimizing blood sugar spikes and achieving a healthy weight. Losing just 5% of your body weight can have a significant impact on PCOS symptoms.

If necessary, you can also use medication aimed at insulin resistance, infertility, menstrual issues, unwanted hair growth, and high cholesterol. Some of the most common medicines for PCOS include metformin, clomiphene, and hormonal birth control.

Get a custom meal plan for PCOS

Get top-quality PCOS nutrition services covered by your insurance and finally find relief from your symptoms with Fay.

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