96. Lowering Androgens Successfully with Alyssa Pacheco

If you’re someone who has struggled with acne, hair loss, unwanted hair growth or irregular periods while having NORMAL blood work and getting no answers from your doctor- this episode is for YOU!

You may already know that these symptoms indicated high levels of male hormones, also known as androgens. This is very common with PCOS. In fact, high androgens are part of the diagnosis criteria for PCOS.

Today’s guest, Alyssa Pacheco, is a registered dietitian helping women lower androgens, she also has PCOS herself so she understands the struggle!

Alyssa is sharing her top tips for managing high androgens using nutrition, busting some serious myths around food restriction and exercise, explaining the link between high androgens and inflammation and simplifying next steps you can take to balance your hormones. 

Alyssa is also sharing her expert opinion on the link between dairy and acne (and what to do about it!), lowering insulin levels and inflammation, as well as proper supplementation and reducing toxic load from household items!

This episode is packed with valuable information for anyone struggling with high androgens, PCOS and hormonal imbalances in general. 

What You’ll Learn on this Podcast Episode:

• The top myths Alyssa encounters in her work with women with PCOS
• What Androgens are, what causes them to be high and WHY having ‘normal’ blood work doesn’t mean there’s not an issue!
• Top tips for reducing androgens using food, lifestyle changes and supplements.
• Specific foods to ADD to your day that can help lower androgens.
• 3 simple next steps to lowering androgens and having more balanced hormones with PCOS.
• Blood sugar-friend breakfasts Alyssa LOVES!
• The link between acne and dairy.
• Supplementation: is it necessary? 
• How to easily get started with reducing the toxic load of products in your environment.

Helpful PCOS Links:

• Alyssa's Website: https://pcosnutritionistalyssa.com/
• Follow Alyssa on Instagram
• Download Alyssa’s free resource: Top 3 Mistakes to Avoid with PCOS
• Follow me on Instagram