You ever hear someone say, “If I’d just drop some pounds, my PCOS would vanish”? Yeah, me too. Like, all the freaking time. Honestly, if I had a dollar for every time someone repeated that, I’d be able to afford all the adaptogens at Whole Foods. 

Let’s get real for a second: that’s not how PCOS works. Sure, weight loss might make some of the symptoms chill out, but if you’re pinning all your hopes on the bathroom scale, you’re barking up the wrong tree. Focusing only on weight can actually mess you up more. 

So, what’s the deal? 

PCOS: Not Just a “Weight Thing,” Okay? 

PCOS is a whole hormonal circus. It’s NOT about being lazy or “not trying hard enough.” It’s not just about extra pounds either. A lot of the weight stuff comes from things happening inside your body, like: 

• Insulin resistance (your body’s like, “What even is sugar?”) 

• Chronic inflammation 

• Hormonal chaos (think: rogue androgens, cortisol going wild) 

• Gut and liver working overtime 

So, the weight gain is more like a red flag—not the root cause. 

The horribe Nightmare.......... 

Here’s how it usually goes down: 

Doctor says, “Just lose weight!” 

You start slashing calories, HIIT-ing yourself into oblivion, maybe trying some questionable TikTok diet. 

Your body’s like, “Umm, excuse me, no thanks.” 

You feel wiped out, bloated, stressed. 

Maybe you lose some weight, but it boomerangs right back, or your period still ghosts you. 

PCOS Is a Metabolic Mess (Not a Character Flaw) 

Here’s the thing—most PCOS peeps have insulin resistance. That means your body’s not handling carbs and sugar the way it should. So you’re tired, craving donuts, gaining weight even when you’re eating salad and pretending to like it. 

If you’re just forcing weight loss without fixing the behind-the-scenes stuff (insulin, inflammation, stress), good luck. It’s like trying to fix your WiFi by yelling at your router. 

Ayurveda and holistic medicine? They’re more like, “Hey, what message is your body sending?” Instead of fighting your body, why not, you know… listen? 

Healing PCOS from the Inside (No, Not with a Juice Cleanse) 

At Heal Wellness, we’re all about digging up the roots, not just trimming leaves. Here’s the real deal: 

• Eat for your hormones. Low-GI, whole foods? Yes. Skipping meals? Big nope. Toss in some healthy fats, protein, fiber—make your meals actually filling. 

• Live on purpose. Daily rhythms (fancy word: dinacharya) help your hormones chill. Herbs like ashwagandha, cinnamon, or licorice can be game-changers. And warm, cooked food? Your gut will thank you. 

• Chill out your nervous system. Stress cranks up cortisol, which just makes PCOS worse. Move gently (yoga, walking), try some breathwork, or massage yourself, if you’re into that. 

• Support your gut and liver. Detox? Not starvation—more like giving your body the tools to clean house. Triphala, turmeric, bitter greens—get those on your plate. 

What’s Wrong with Focusing Only on Weight? Umm… A Lot. 

• Diet culture? Hello, eating disorders. 

• Overdoing workouts? Congrats, you just trashed your hormones and energy. 

• Self-blame? That’s a one-way ticket to burnout. 

You deserve better than “just lose weight.” Like, way better. 

So, What Does Actual Healing Look Like? 

• Your period shows up on time, and it doesn’t feel like a torture session. 

• Moods and energy? Way steadier. 

• Skin’s clearer, gut’s happier. 

• Your metabolism works for you, not against you—regardless of the number on the scale. 

• You actually feel… at home in your body. 

Final Pep Talk: You’re Not Broken 

Look, your body isn’t the enemy here. It’s just waving a giant “help” flag. So, nah, dropping weight isn’t the magic fix. Healing from the inside out? Now, that changes the game.