By Dr. Shruthi Thennati | Kayakalpa Clinic, Vadodara MBBS, MD, DipIBLM, PgDip Endocrine (UK) General Physician | Metabolic Physician | Lifestyle Medicine Practitioner PCOS Is Not Just a Period Problem Many women are told: “It’s hormonal.” “It’s stress.” “Take pills and it will settle.” But Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is primarily a metabolic condition in most cases. And the most common hidden driver? Insulin resistance. What Is PCOS Really? PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome) is a condition where women may experience: ✔ Irregular or absent periods ✔ Acne ✔ Excess facial hair ✔ Weight gain (especially abdominal) ✔ Hair thinning ✔ Difficulty conceiving But underneath these visible symptoms lies a deeper issue — metabolic imbalance. The Insulin–PCOS Connection When the body becomes insulin resistant: The pancreas produces more insulin High insulin stimulates ovaries to produce excess androgens (male hormones) Ovulation becomes irreg...
By Dr. Shruthi Thennati | Kayakalpa Clinic, Vadodara MBBS, MD, DipIBLM, PgDip Endocrine (UK) General Physician | Metabolic Physician | Lifestyle Medicine Practitioner Insulin Resistance: The Silent Driver of Diabetes & PCOS in Vadodara Many patients walk into Kayakalpa Clinic, Vadodara saying: “Doctor, I don’t eat much, but I still gain weight.” “My sugar is borderline.” “I have PCOS and nothing is working.” In most of these cases, the real culprit is insulin resistance . What Is Insulin Resistance? Insulin is a hormone that helps glucose enter your cells for energy. When your body becomes resistant to insulin: Sugar stays in the bloodstream The pancreas produces more insulin Fat storage increases Weight loss becomes difficult Over time, this can lead to: Type 2 Diabetes PCOS Fatty Liver Belly obesity High triglycerides Early Signs of Insulin Resistance You may have insulin resistance if you notice: ✔ Increasing waist size ✔ Sugar cravings ...