14. PCOS, Endometriosis & Fertility with Dietitian Emer O'Driscoll

In this episode of The Wellness Script, Pharmacist & Host Lauren O’Reilly is joined by Emer O’Driscoll, Senior Women’s Health Dietitian, fertility nutrition specialist, and intuitive eating counsellor, for a practical and compassionate conversation on PCOS, endometriosis, fertility, inflammation, blood sugar balance, and healing your relationship with food. Together, they break down how these conditions differ, how they’re diagnosed, and why so many women are left trying to piece together advice from the internet before getting the right support.They also explore what nutrition can realistically do to help, why there is no one-size-fits-all diet for either condition, and how simple foundations like eating regularly, slowing down while eating, supporting digestion, and looking at stress, sleep and movement can make a meaningful difference. The episode also touches on fertility, misinformation, and why a more personalised, weight-inclusive, intuitive approach to food can be far more helpful than restrictive diet rules.***Our Sponsor***This episode is brought to you by Sona Vitamins, Ireland’s longest established nutritional supplement producer.Find Sona online at sona.ie, in pharmacies nationwide, and in selected health stores.Use SONAGIFT at checkout to have a free gift added to your order.Gift selected by Sona. Terms and Conditions apply. While stocks last.https://bit.ly/wellness-script In this episode, we cover:The difference between PCOS and endometriosis, and why they’re often confusedHow PCOS is diagnosed using the Rotterdam criteria Why endometriosis diagnosis can be more complex and often takes time The role of inflammation in both conditions, and how nutrition may help support symptom management Why blood sugar balance matters, particularly for PCOS The importance of eating regularly and not skipping mealsHow stress, sleep, movement and diet all interact in fertility and hormonal health Why “unexplained infertility” may deserve a deeper look What intuitive eating actually means, and how it can help you reconnect with your bodyWhy personalised support from a qualified professional matters more than generic advice onlineResources mentioned:Intuitive Eating by Evelyn Tribole and Elyse ReschEmer O’Driscoll:On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/succeed_dietitian/Emer's Clinic Details: https://www.blackrockhealth.com/treatments-procedures/dietetics-nutrition/ms-emer-odriscollDisclaimer: This episode discusses PCOS, endometriosis, fertility, and nutrition for general educational purposes only. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, or replace personalised medical care. If you are concerned about your symptoms, cycle, fertility, or diet, please seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, dietitian, or specialist healthcare professional.