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Ayurveda Treatments for PCOS and Menopause

Polycystic ovary syndrome or PCOS is a hormonal disorder amongst women that commonly affects their ovaries, ovulation, and fertility. During their reproductive years (15 – 44 years old), PCOS may develop and may start along with the first menstrual cycle. Excess insulin is one cause of this condition. When a female’s body is resistant to insulin, the pancreas will create more of it which, in effect, forces the ovaries to produce more androgen (male hormones). Androgens are the ones who derange the menstrual cycle and impede the ability to ovulate.
Symptoms of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
  • Irregular Periods – women with PCOS often have nine menstrual periods per year only, which is more than 35 days between periods.
  • Excess Male Hormones – the overabundance of androgen is physically perceptible in women with PCOS. They develop large amounts of facial and body hair together with acne.
  • Polycystic Ovaries – ovaries contain cysts with immature eggs that will never reach maturity


Menopause is the finale of a series of menstrual cycles of women aged 40 to 50 and above. It is diagnosed after one year of no menstrual periods which is a red light on any conception in the future. It is a part of every woman’s biological cycle and has no underlying causes. However, symptoms during the menopausal stage may make women uncomfortable and still affect their overall well-being.

Symptoms of Menopause
  • Headaches
  • Insomnia
  • Hair Thinning or Loss
  • Sore or Tender Breasts
  • Vaginal Dryness
  • Less Full Breasts
  • Increased Urination
  • Weight Gain
  • Reduced Bone Mass
  • Dry Skin, Mouth, and Eyes
  • Memory Problems
  • Paiinfull or Stiff Joints
  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs)
  • Difficulty Concentrating
  • Reduced Libido, or Sex Drive
How can Ayurveda treat PCOS and Menopause ?
Ayurveda has treatments that can get back pain, specially sciatica, off your back. Here are a few:
Nasyam
This treatment gives a few drops of herbal oil into the nostrils to revitalize the body and strengthen the immune system
Ksheeradhara

Instead of oil, herbal milk is used to pour onto the patient’s forehead to reduce stress, and cures insomnia. The milk in this treatment has a cooling effect to induce relaxation to the patient.

Virechana

This is an Ayurvedic version of laxatives. It moisturizes dry skin, strengthens the muscles, and improves digestion

Njavarakizhi
This treatment uses pouches filled with cooked Njavara rice to massage the body. Njavarakizhi improves skin texture, tones muscles, and relieves stress.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Licorice - This herb can help curing PCOS symptoms like hirsutism and acne
  • Schisandra - This herb is an adaptogen that strengthens the endocrine system to maintain a favorable hormonal balance

In a study, the patient’s cycle regulated at a 32-day length after five months of consistent intake of these herbs. It also relieved symptoms like acne, hirsutism, and breast pain 

Eat or drink these foods everyday

  • Soy beans
  • Soy milk
  • Prune
  • Fig
  • Apple