How does reducing insulin resistance help with PCOS?

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

General Practitioner

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6+ Yrs

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PCOS patients can easily find themselves in a cycle of spiking insulin levels, leading to more cravings for carbs and sweets.

Dr. Dhankecha Suggests...

Take a Allergy Veg + Non Veg Food Maxi Panel Test or Take a DEHYDROEPIANDROSTERONE (DHEA) Test

Book Allergy Veg + Non Veg Food Maxi Panel Test Book DEHYDROEPIANDROSTERONE (DHEA) Test

Answered 24/07/2025

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