Weight-loss and improvement of symptoms in women with polycystic ovarian syndrome: Learnings from an online holistic program

Abstract

Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is a common and distressing disorder affecting women across the globe. Overweight and obese women are more prone to this disorder and sets in a vicious pathogenesis cycle. The sepalika 5-petal online PCOS reversal program provides a holistic approach to managing PCOS. In the second phase of this program, 84 women from the age group of 18-45 participated. More than two-thirds of the women lost an average of 3 kg weight within the first 120 days of the program. Almost half of the participants with a higher waist-to-hip ratio saw a reduction. Nearly half of the participants got a natural period. Most of the women reported an improvement in energy levels and well-being, along with a reduction in distressing symptoms. The advantage of this program was a peer-group discussion within the participants which keeps them motivated. A larger cohort of participants will give us further insights into the long-term outcomes through a holistic online PCOS reversal program.