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Lifestyle and diet in PCOS
Anna Capozzi1, Giovanni Scambia2, Lorenza Driul3
1IRCCS A. Gemelli University Polyclinic Foundation, Rome, Italy - anna.capozzi@guest.policlinicogemelli.it.
Introduction:
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a multifactorial endocrine-metabolic disease that requires pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments. The aim of this paper is to review the major evidence about current lifestyle and dietary approaches to manage this syndrome.
Evidence Acquisition:
We include in our research the most relevant publications about lifestyle and diet in PCOS published between 1995 and 2025.
Evidence Synthesis:
According to the most recent recommendations, regular physical activity is crucial to ameliorate hormonal and metabolic parameters as well as to maintain and/or reduce weight in PCOS women. As for the foods, although there is not agreement on a specific diet, low-glycemic index nutrients associated with high fiber intake should be generally preferred in hyperinsulinemic patients.
Conclusions:
In conclusion, suggestions about lifestyle and diet should represent a cornerstone of the personalized multi-step therapy of PCOS.
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