Q How much weight do I need to lose for my period to return? I diet but the weight just won't come off.
A Losing just 5-10% of body weight can improve insulin resistance and, in some cases, restore ovulation. An eating pattern that reduces blood sugar swings and consistent walking are more effective than extreme dieting.
Detailed Answer
When obesity accompanies PCOS, research confirms that losing just 5-10% of body weight can lower LH levels and androgens and naturally restore ovulation. Rapid weight loss can actually stimulate stress hormones, so at least 150 minutes per week of moderate aerobic exercise (brisk walking, cycling) and a low-GI diet are recommended. People in the Dongincheon and Dong-gu areas of Incheon who consistently practiced 30 minutes of walking after work have shared that their cycles returned sooner than expected.
Korean Medicine Clinic Perspective
Korean medicine treatment strengthens the digestive and metabolic function of the spleen-stomach so the body does not accumulate unnecessary phlegm-dampness. When dieting does not work well, it may not simply be a matter of willpower but rather slow metabolism due to weakened spleen-stomach function. Boosting metabolism with herbal medicine suited to your constitution can change the results of the same effort.
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