26. HORMONE SERIES Why Your PCOS Plan Isn’t Working: Understanding Different PCOS Types

Free offerings to get you started -FREE bloating masterclass ⁠here⁠Work with me Book a 1:1 consult⁠ ⁠with this link⁠⁠Sign up to the gut compass ⁠here⁠PCOS is one of the most common hormonal conditions affecting women — but it’s often misunderstood and overgeneralised. In this episode, we break down what PCOS actually is, how it’s diagnosed, and why a one-size-fits-all approach doesn’t work.We explore the different PCOS phenotypes and drivers — from insulin resistance to inflammation and stress — and how these influence symptoms like irregular cycles, acne, cravings, and difficulty with weight regulation. This episode is designed to help you understand your unique presentation of PCOS, so you can move away from frustration and towards a more personalised, effective approach.In this episode we’ll unpack:PCOS is diagnosed using the Rotterdam criteria, requiring two of three key features: irregular ovulation, elevated androgens, or polycystic ovariesSymptoms like acne, irregular periods, cravings, and fatigue are often linked to underlying drivers like insulin resistance and inflammationThere are different PCOS phenotypes, and identifying your dominant driver is key to choosing the right strategyThe most effective approach is personalised and layered — starting with nutrition and lifestyle, then integrating targeted support where neededI created With Blu because I know firsthand how frustrating gut and skin issues can be- and I also know that quick fixes don’t work. As a Bachelor-qualified Naturopath, I’ve helped hundreds of women heal their gut, clear their skin, and finally feel their best by addressing the root causes, not just the symptoms.This podcast is your space for education, empowerment, and evidence-based wellness - without the extremes.Where to find me -Instagram: ⁠@byblu.naturopathy⁠Tik tok: ⁠@byblu.naturopathy⁠Newsletter: ⁠Subscribe here.⁠Join hundreds of women making With Blu their fortnightly ritual! Tune in every second Monday at 7 AM (Melbourne time) for practical, no-BS wellness advice. Hit subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who needs extra love & empowerment in their health. Let’s tap into feeling radiant.Core Guidelines & Clinical EvidenceInternational Evidence-based Guideline for the Assessment and Management of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (2023) — Monash UniversityTeede HJ et al. (2023). Recommendations From the International Evidence-based Guideline for PCOS. Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolismhttps://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8984569/https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4086778/Diagnosis and Treatment of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome — American Academy of Family PhysiciansPCOS Overview & PhenotypesPolycystic Ovarian Syndrome — StatPearls (NCBI Bookshelf, updated 2025)Lifestyle & Treatment ApproachesEvidence-based Lifestyle and Pharmacological Management of PCOS — PubMed (22554175)Emerging Evidence: Herbal Medicine (Peony + Licorice)PCOS Fertility Nutrition (2023) — Review of small clinical trialsBondi Health and Wellness (2019)NaturoBest (2022)Josephine Cabrall (2018)