How I BALANCED my hormones naturally & PCOS (4 steps)

[@user-cv3pr9xg8y]

‘Cysts’ with PCOS are just immature eggs that haven’t matured/ovulated (due to the PCOS!) and it’s also possible to have PCOS without cysts. It’s mainly a metabolic issue (insulin resistance, cortisol) affecting reproduction. ❤ A healthy lifestyle is SO important as by 40 over 50% will have type 2 diabetes! Prioritise protein and fibre (fibre helps combat low SHBG which binds to testosterone!) and lower carb / less processed food. Lower stress, weight lifting is the best for PCOS (body stores excess glucose there!) and 10k+ walking daily. Wholefoods diet, 1g of protein per ideal body weight (140g etc) and lots of fibre. So important 🥗🥩 I’ve had to learn everything on my own since 17. Reversed my own bloodwork and lost 4 stone :)

[@rhighan4357]

awesome thank you

[@AngelineS-zt7yc]

Wow I was 16 when I knew something wasn't right n it was brushed off. I'm 37 now

[@user-cv3pr9xg8y]

@@AngelineS-zt7yc it was brushed off with me too, I got the blood tests and left to it. Sorry you suffered tho! I had to research everything

[@UESGrl21]

This is accurate. I had to learn everything on my own too. It’s hard to maintain this for the rest of your life, but the results are worth it. Perhaps a blessing in disguise as the smaller margin for error forces us to be healthy.

[@annawarnes950]

Wow can't believe the differences in the caffeine levels in the coffee shops, thanks for sharing ❤

[@OliviaJarvis]

@@annawarnes950 pleasure my lovely!! Crazy isn’t it! Xx

[@nadiacoffey2609]

I have some symptoms of PCOS but my labs have always been normal. I’ve recently changed my diet and cut out most of the processed foods I was eating. I’ve noticed more energy to the point where I actually feel like working out. I’m also less bloated and my libido has improved. I still have very heavy painful periods though.

[@ashleyrturner77]

Try Vitex! 3 months on take a break for a couple weeks then start again. Helped me with painful periods. It’s also called chaste tree. Also castor oil packs are miraculous 🙏🏼✨😌

[@PrimePilates]

Currently on my own hormone journey so enjoyed this! X

[@OliviaJarvis]

@@PrimePilates thank you lovely! You got this queen! Xxx

[@dianamcmillan3285]

I have heavy bleeding and pain and my doctor diagnosed me with fibroids so another thing is women have to pay attentions to

[@nataliiism]

I've never had a normal period and cysts from a young age, my periods were so painful i had to go to the emergency every month because of the pain and vomitting, and my doctor just said that only pregnancy will help so i went on the pill, i've been on the pill for 4 years and it really masked all the problems i've had - first time having no period at all on the pill which made my life easy, but now i'm quitting the pill because it really messes with your overall and mental health, so now i'm on the yourney to balance my hormones naturally. Thank you for posting a video on this topic, it really helps.

[@UESGrl21]

Doc is correct. I used to have painful periods w/cramps so violent I vomited. No longer the case after having children.

[@camisnyder3460]

HIGHLY recommend the Carnivore diet. Source: myself why?: because I had thee exact same problems from 16-39….pregnancies did help but after my last child I discovered Carnivore and it CHANGED MY LIFE

[@promilagonsalves4297]

Its interesting that you starred running and it has been working for you with PCOS! A lot of advice recommends low impact cardio to manage cortisol. I used to run but find the stress of running was too much so have increased my steps and doing 12-3-30 instead. I also cut down on caffeine by switching to decaf and herbal teas. Have you cut out gluten and dairy as typically recommended for PCOS?

[@OliviaJarvis]

@@promilagonsalves4297 yesss I honestly think it’s quite unique finding what works for you and your lifestyle and experiencing! Caffeine is a big thing for sure. I’ve reduced gluten a lot and some dairy but I love dairy so much, use yoghurt in so much and couldn’t live without, I find a good quality Greek yoghurt works well for me and would reccomend 💖

[@jenmal898]

So many great points! Thank you for the video ❤😊

[@OliviaJarvis]

@@jenmal898 pleasure my lovely 🥰

[@gwyneth1980]

Hi Olivia. Thank you for a well informed video. The sleep aspect is an area I struggle with as I generally watch KZbin videos like yours when I go to bed, oops!😂😂. No regrets though!❤

[@ervinsmoviecorner8748]

Happy weekend, Olivia!❤

[@sabz2723]

Can U share what U listen to when U meditate please? I'm having major tummy issues recently n I'm sure it's to do with my cortisol/pco n thyroid.. very difficult to manage n know what to eat

[@lucyxo7022]

Hey lovely I have a question! I worked out my macros and maintenance is around 2000 so I have been in a deficit of 1650 for a while now but I am not feeling/ seeing a difference! Obviously I sometimes go over/ under but overall really on track and improving my training! Do you have any tips on what you think I can do? Thank you 🙏🏼 You have such amazing videos that have really helped me xx

[@SubBy-mw2tt]

A big thing for me is sleep. I need to sleep more (8 hours min). I notice a big difference when I do. Stress management is also important. I meditate to become more resilient. 🙏

[@laurenwillett8516]

I did a 30 day detox from caffeine and seem to do fine between 80-100 mg it’s also important to have it after your first meal

[@OliviaJarvis]

@@laurenwillett8516 love that! A 30 day detox is such a good idea! 🩷

[@tacklethefeelingsbeforethe9390]

This was so helpful ❤ Thank you Olivia ❤

[@OliviaJarvis]

I’m so glad! My pleasure ❤

[@EVA-mi8eg]

Can you recommend a protein shake? Or protein powder? For someone who is trying to also eat/ drink with the most minimal ingredients?

[@alessiatrombetta7237]

Love love love this video!! I have been wanting to explore my hormonal health for quite a while now however my GP is refusing to prescribe me these tests as he thinks they're not essential. Did you go private for these or did you do some online ones (i.e., hertility)? x

[@ziaakbar2535]

I love you so so much Olivia 💓 😊

[@BlueApplesWhat]

my dr said to go on a low carb diet but he didnt give me much info and im stressed. does he mean all carbs? or just processed? complex carb is okay right? like fruits etc?

[@wellroundedmama]

Def need to looked into my hormonal health ty ❤

[@OliviaJarvis]

@@wellroundedmama pleasure my lovely 🥰

[@DeeWalzy]

Another think to look into for coffee specifically- A LOT of coffee contains mold and pesticides. It’s important to research what kind of coffee/ brand you purchase from. Also Keruig cups can be bad as well. Because you are putting hot water right on plastic into the mug you’re drinking from

[@OliviaJarvis]

@@DeeWalzy ooooo LOVE this! So good to know!!

[@ziaakbar2535]

I love you so much I wanna give you a hug ❤😊

[@OliviaJarvis]

Love you sis!❤

[@laurinelachkar4706]

Hey ! Thanks for the video it was really helpful :) i just wish it was more dynamic and not just you sitting in your car, i miss the day in your life videos where you add tips !

[@charlottedanek973]

Different opinion Liv, love the car chats- FaceTime vibes

[@puliando5165]

Im wondering how did you managed to get ultrasound? I feel like nhs doesn't do a sh*t, I keep going to gp with very heavy bleeding periods, loosing hair and acne on my whole upper body and they just keep giving me antibiotics and creams which obviously doesn't help at all. Then every time when Im on holiday in my home country I spend thousands £££ for private doctors 😵‍💫🥴

[@OliviaJarvis]

@@puliando5165 this was in 2021 so a few years ago but they booked my in straight away for ultrasound. Keep going back or try registering at a new doctors xx

[@ziaakbar2535]

You are so beautiful and gorgeous ❤😊

[@OliviaJarvis]

Back at you beauty ❤

[@AngelineS-zt7yc]

2018 I was diagnosed and how the heck can stress be managed regardless. I do security at night. 😅 I would love to just not work at all really but 🤷🏾‍♀️

[@princessofcats6327]

Did the GP give you the blood test to check your hormones? My Dr won’t send me for one, I have been suffering from extremely heavy periods for years now (it makes me anemic)

[@eloiseprays]

My doctor wouldn't even. I was looked at like I was mental for even asking- a female doctor as well.

[@penny-by3yk]

Pay from own pocket and get checked hormon

[@deborahjones2205]

Olivia how do I join flowness but we spoke about me doing workouts from home with my weights? Is that ok how do I sort it? Xxx

[@lifeofh135]

Can this apply to non PCOS girlies too?

[@OliviaJarvis]

@@lifeofh135 absolutely!!🩷

[@CamilaL-l2z]

Well, feeling how it began to shrink and eventually disappear within 2 months was so liberating. I followed the steps I mentioned, and within the first 2 weeks the bloating was gone. I simply go'ogled Tilly Strankten's Ovarian Cyst Guide and it's like I hit the feel-good reset button lol.

[@gillianjurgens2089]

If y’all don’t want to go on a marketing spam scavenger hunt and pay a bunch for a program, a simple routine that has worked for thousands of people (including me) is the glucose goddess’s 10 hacks, the most important of which are eating a savory breakfast built around protein, eating food in the right order- veggies, proteins, fats, then starches and carbs, a 10 minute exercise after every meal (EG doing the dishes, taking the kids to school, going on a walk, ect.)and taking apple cider vinegar pills or drinking apple cider vinegar water before a meal and especially before eating carbs or sugar to minimize the glucose spike which causes inflammation. If you don’t have apple cider vinegar or don’t like drinking it in water treating carbs as sugars as a dessert after eating veggies and protein has helped my PCOS so freaking much lol

[@asmaraamjad5546]

Hi ! If you've read it , can you plz share the findings. I don't have funds to pay for the book and recently got my left ovary removed due to its gangrenous condition and torsion. Want to keeep my right ovary healthy. If you can plz help?

[@mvde6987]

❤❤❤

[@jadecummings8093]

You always have an amazing abs miss!

[@VelvetVoyages]

Olivia, does cow's milk coffee causes abs to dissappear? And does quitting it reduce bloating cuz im bloated all the time 😢

[@OliviaJarvis]

@@VelvetVoyages no I wouldn’t say so! But have you had an intolerance test?

[@VelvetVoyages]

@@OliviaJarvis yeah I am lactose intolerant 💔😢