There's more you can do for PCOS than the pill
Maybe you were diagnosed years ago and handed the pill. Maybe you’re struggling with irregular periods, acne, hair changes or weight that won’t budge, and you’re trying to conceive.
PCOS isn’t one condition with one fix. It has different drivers in different women: blood sugar and insulin, high androgens, inflammation, stress hormones, or a mix. That’s why generic advice works for some and not for others.
I find out what’s driving your PCOS, then build a plan around it, with food you can actually live with.
Signs of PCOS
- Irregular, infrequent or absent periods
- Difficulty conceiving
- Acne, especially along the jaw and chin
- Excess hair on the face or body, or thinning hair on the head
- Weight gain around the middle and strong sugar cravings
- Energy crashes after meals
- Dark patches of skin on the neck or underarms
- Low mood or anxiety
Understanding your PCOS
- Insulin resistance. The most common driver. High insulin pushes the ovaries to make more testosterone.
- Inflammation. Ongoing low-grade inflammation can drive androgens and symptoms.
- Adrenal stress. Some women’s androgens come mainly from the stress response.
- Gut health. Dysbiosis affects blood sugar, inflammation and hormone clearance.
- Thyroid and nutrients. Low vitamin D, magnesium, zinc and inositol status are common.
- Coming off the pill. Some women develop temporary PCOS-like symptoms afterwards.
Knowing which of these applies to you changes the plan completely.
How I work with you
We build a picture of your hormones, metabolism and lifestyle before deciding what to change.
- Investigate. Cycle, symptoms, history, diet and stress.
- Test where it helps. Functional blood analysis for insulin, androgens and thyroid, DUTCH hormone testing, and DNA testing for hormones and metabolism.
- Plan. Blood sugar balancing meals, targeted supplements, movement and stress support.
- Support. We track your cycle, skin and energy and adjust as you go.
Related tests and pages: Hormones DNA test · Metabolics DNA test · Functional blood analysis · Fertility · Hormonal imbalances
PCOS FAQs
Can PCOS be cured?
PCOS is a lifelong tendency, but symptoms can improve dramatically, and many women get regular cycles back and conceive naturally once the drivers are addressed.
Do I have to cut out carbs?
No. Most women do best with balanced meals built around protein, fibre and healthy fats, with slow carbohydrates rather than none at all.
Can you help me get pregnant with PCOS?
Supporting ovulation and egg quality is a big part of my PCOS work. I can also work alongside your fertility clinic.
Which DNA tests help with PCOS?
The Hormones and Metabolics panels work well together, showing how you handle androgens, oestrogen, blood sugar and appetite.
Do you work with clients outside the UK?
Yes. All consultations are online and I work with clients around the world. Most of the tests I use can be shipped internationally.
Will I need functional testing?
Not always. Testing is optional, and I only recommend tests that will change what we do. We decide together on your strategy call.
