Adherence
Lifestyle modification and weight loss are the primary, constant interventions for managing insulin resistance and its associated long-term health risks in patients with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS).
If you have PCOS, prioritize lifestyle changes like diet and exercise as your main treatment strategy. Losing even a small amount of weight (5% or more) can significantly improve your menstrual cycles and fertility. This approach addresses the root cause (insulin resistance) and protects your long-term health against diabetes and heart disease, rather than just treating symptoms.
the importance of lifestyle modification toward weight management and maintaining adequate physical activity should be the one constant in the management of these patients.
Why this rating
The paper is a clinical review citing multiple observational and interventional studies (e.g., Kiddy et al.) showing significant improvements in menstrual function and pregnancy rates with weight loss.
Source
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: Diagnosis and Management
M. T. Sheehan · Clinical Medicine & Research · 2004
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