Beyond Metformin: A Review of Non-pharmacological Treatments for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome - PubMed
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- PCOS affects reproductive-aged women through hereditary, biological, environmental, and lifestyle factors.
- Non-pharmacological treatments like yoga, hydrotherapy, diet, and acupuncture improve insulin sensitivity and reduce obesity in PCOS.
- Conventional treatments (e.g., metformin, clomiphene) have side effects and fail to address root causes.
- Naturopathic interventions show favorable effects on PCOS outcomes with high adherence and safety.
- Yoga improves insulin sensitivity, reduces inflammation, and enhances quality of life with minimal adverse effects.
- Hydrotherapy and dietary approaches effectively manage obesity and PCOS symptoms.
- Combined non-pharmacological therapies offer synergistic benefits over pharmacological treatments alone.
- Clinical guidelines and randomized controlled trials are needed for integrating complementary therapies.