PCOS Explained
It can be ridiculously confusing living with PCOS, you're constantly reading conflicting advice. Each week, I, Clare Goodwin, will be helping to simplify this for you by sharing with you some actionable steps to take and breaking down the latest research so you can actually understand it. I'll also share some real life stories of women who've improved their PCOS symptoms to give you that weekly boost to just keep putting one foot in front of another. If you have PCOS and you want some real talk about what to do, hit that subscribe button now.
Previously: The PCOS Nutritionist
Episodes
51 episodes
"You've got PCOS - come back when you want to conceive": Belinda's Journey
TW: mentions of miscarries and struggles with infertility In today’s episode, host Clare, the founder of Ovie and PCOS Explained, sits down with Ovie community member, Belinda Jarvis, to explore her remarkable journey w...
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54:08
Bye bye bloat!
When we talk about bloating, we’re not just referring to the occasional fullness after a meal. We’re delving into the intense pressure and pain that can accompany bloating and disrupt daily life. In this episode, Clare an...
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Everyone’s breastfeeding experience is different: real stories from our community
After sharing her personal breastfeeding journey, Clare received numerous messages from women concerned about facing similar challenges. Inspired by these conversations, Clare is dedicating this week’s episode to exploring the diverse experienc...
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Fed is best! Breastfeeding insights from Clare's journey
In this episode, Ovie’s Senior Nutritionist, Emma sits down with PCOS Explained Host and Ovie Founder, Clare to discuss the challenges and realities of breastfeeding, especially for those with PCOS.Societal pressures around br...
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35:34
All about testosterone: a deep dive into PCOS
Welcome to this week’s episode of PCOS Explained! In today’s conversation, Clare and Emma take a deep dive into one of the most commonly misunderstood aspects of PCOS—testosterone. They aim to clarify what testosterone is, how it impac...
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Exploring all of your contraception options
One person says this, and another person says that… sometimes it feels overwhelming trying to wrap your head around all the contraception options! Join Clare and Emma in this week’s PCOS Explained episode as they provide a comprehensiv...
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Understanding Ovulation: It’s time to be more in tune with your body!
In today's episode, Clare and Emma delve deep into the topic of ovulation, exploring the importance of understanding when you are ovulating, regardless of whether you are trying to conceive, avoid pregnancy, or become more in tune with your ...
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Why your ‘normal’ test results don't always mean you're healthy…
Have you ever felt frustrated when your blood tests come back normal, despite experiencing a range of troubling symptoms? You’re not alone.In this week’s episode of PCOS Explained, Clare and Emma dive into the disconnect...
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Isabel’s real and raw story: from overcoming food obsession and missing periods, to pregnancy and feeling in control!
Do you find yourself thinking about food all day long, believing it's just the norm? Isabel thought so too until she learned more about her PCOS.Isabel took part in our programme to improve her relationship with food, manage her ...
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The power of a good night’s sleep: navigating sleep disruption with PCOS
When it comes to staying healthy, we're often told it's all about diet and exercise. But here's the scoop: sleep plays a huge role too, especially for those dealing with PCOS.In this week’s episode of PCOS Explained, Clare and Em...
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Expert insights into Endometriosis surgery with Dr. Praveen De Silva
In today's episode of PCOS Explained, host Clare is joined by Dr. Praveen De Silva, a respected gynaecologist and expert in endometriosis surgery. Praveen delves into the complexities surrounding the diagnosis and treatment of endometriosis.
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Becoming friends with her PCOS: Aimee's story
In this week’s episode of PCOS Explained, host Clare sits down with Aimee, a member of the Ovie community, as she candidly shares her journey with PCOS.Aimee’s story began in her early 20s and is a testament to resilience, streng...
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Exploring food addiction with Dr. Lara Briden
In this episode, Dr. Lara Briden returns to discuss her new book, 'The Metabolism Reset'. Host Clare sits down with Dr. Briden to dive into the conversation of metabolic dysfunction. They discuss the significant impact of insulin ...
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Do you need a meal plan? Or do you actually need this?
Have you ever been made to believe a meal plan is the only answer to achieving all your health goals?In this week’s episode, Clare and Emma sit down to discuss why meal plans may not be all they are made out to be. M...
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Navigating PCOS: Steph’s journey from athlete to motherhood
In this week’s episode, Steph shares her remarkable journey with PCOS, from early diagnosis to motherhood. Steph’s journey began during her athletic career in javelin. She shares how her athletic lifestyle initiall...
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1:10:33
The truth about trendy weight loss drugs: benefits, risks, and controversies
In this episode, Clare and Emma sit down to delve into the world of popular weight loss drugs. Despite their high demand and celebrity endorsements, it's important to weigh up both the pros and cons of these trendi...
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Your self control isn't the issue... let's shift your relationship with food!
It’s time to break free from diet culture and the chatter in your head that influences your food choices. This is what is explored in today’s episode with PCOS Explained host and Ovie Founder, Clare Goodwin, alongside Ovie Senior Nutritionist, ...
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Navigating menopause and working to feel more in control around food with Elfie
In this episode Clare sits down to speak with Elfie about her PCOS journey, from her early twenties, through struggles with fertility, undergoing IVF, and later natural conception leading to three children. Clare and Elfie discuss ...
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Are you feeling unsupported on your PCOS journey?
In this week’s podcast episode, PCOS Explained host and Ovie Founder, Clare Goodwin, sits down to talk with Ovie Senior Nutritionist, Emma Wylie, to unpack how the right kind of support in your PCOS journey can be c...
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Losing weight and improving PCOS symptoms all came down to this...
We can often get caught up trying so hard to do everything perfectly, giving 100%, but as soon as we're not hitting that mark, we feel like we've failed, or as our PCOS patient Lily puts it, 'fallen off the wagon'.After struggling with ...
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1:16:21
Even this doctor struggled to get her PCOS under control, and what did help
In this gritty conversation, Clare interviews Dr Stephanie, a physician who shares her personal and professional journey dealing with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS). Stephanie shares incredible advice around how we should view...
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51:59
Falling pregnant within 3 months by making the lifestyle changes that matter: Cindy's story
When we are first diagnosed with PCOS we are often lead to believe that 'you will struggle to get pregnant', and we hear this time and time again. But, is this really the case?We spoke with our patient, Cindy about her experience with g...
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I wish I knew this at the start of my PCOS journey
In this episode, we're going deep on PCOS. PCOS affects about 1 in 8 women, but there's a lot of confusion out there about it.We discuss how genetics and lifestyle play a role, and we also touch on the common misconceptions with PCOS, a...
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Fannie's fertility journey, and how she got the answers she needed
In this episode Clare sits down with Fannie to discuss her PCOS journey, starting from her teenage years dealing with irregular periods and uncertain diagnoses. She shares the impact of PCOS on her life, including symptoms like wei...
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