A Dietitian’s Review: Mixhers Hertime & Metabolic Balance

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Are you looking for an honest Mixhers review? I’ve got you. Mixhers is a popular supplement company that markets itself to women searching for answers to their ailments, such as weight loss and PMS symptoms…but do they work?  As a registered dietitian who specializes in women’s health (PCOS specifically!), I’m going to break it down […]

Homemade Pumpkin Spice Creamer (Easy + Dairy-Free)

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It’s that time of year…pumpkin spice season! If you’re like me and you transition to fall flavors once September 1st hits, you’re going to love this homemade pumpkin spice creamer recipe.  It uses natural ingredients to combine that pumpkin flavor with warm spices that are perfect for these fall months. Plus, it takes less than […]

10 Essential Oils for PCOS + Hormone Blend Recipes

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With more people searching for answers to manage their PCOS symptoms, there’s a growing interest in natural remedies like essential oils for PCOS in recent years. These powerful plant extracts are said to help in managing symptoms such as hormonal imbalances, stress, and inflammation.  If you’re wondering about essential oils for PCOS, you’re not alone […]

PCOS Awareness Month: What Is it + Why Is It Important?

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The goal of PCOS Awareness Month is to create awareness around this common disorder for the general public, women, girls, and healthcare professionals. As a registered dietitian with PCOS, I’m committed to spreading awareness of PCOS. This blog post will tell you everything you need to know about PCOS Awareness Month and how you can […]

Best Multivitamin for PCOS: A Dietitian’s Top Brands

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If you’re wondering what the best multivitamin for PCOS is, you’re in the right place. I honestly get this question a lot! If you’re new here, hi! I’m Alyssa, a registered dietitian who also has PCOS. My goal is to make PCOS less overwhelming for you by giving you straightforward, research-backed approaches to manage your […]

15 Celebrities With PCOS Discuss Their Symptoms

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As a registered dietitian who also has PCOS, I know how incredibly isolating this condition can feel. I’m especially grateful for the many celebrities with PCOS who have opened up recently about their own experiences with this medical condition.  Hopefully, with more celebrities with PCOS bringing awareness to this condition, there will be more research […]

Pesto Without Pine Nuts (Easy 5-Minute Recipe!)

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This homemade pesto without pine nuts recipe is so easy and delicious that you’ll wonder why you ever used to buy store-bought pesto. It uses simple ingredients like basil and walnuts, instead of pine nuts, to make this a more accessible and affordable way to enjoy pesto.  This post may contain affiliate links. This means […]

20 Best PCOS Quotes (Inspirational & Funny)

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It’s easy to feel isolated and alone when you’re struggling with the challenges of PCOS. Let me reassure you, you’re absolutely not alone.  As I’ve shared my own PCOS journey over the past several years, I’m constantly reminded that I’m not alone by the many women with PCOS who I’ve had the pleasure of speaking […]

10 Best Vitamins for PCOS According to a Dietitian

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If you have PCOS, you’ve likely heard about people taking vitamins for PCOS symptoms. If you’re wondering which vitamins are the best ones to take, I’ve got you! As a registered dietitian who specializes in PCOS (I also have PCOS, too!), I get asked this question a lot. In this blog post, I’m going to […]

A Dietitian’s Review of Unicity Balance: Scam or Not?

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Have you been seeing the Unicity Balance powder supplement advertised all over your social media? If so, you may be wondering if the results are too good to be true…or if this supplement is actually worth it.  As a registered dietitian, let me break it down for you. In this blog post, I’m going to […]

A Dietitian’s Review: Pure Encapsulations Cortisol Calm

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Cortisol seems to be the latest buzz word in the health and wellness space. It’s certainly buzzing all over social media.  If you’ve heard of Pure Encapsulation’s Cortisol Calm supplement, you may be wondering if it works or not. As a registered dietitian who specializes in PCOS and hormone health, I’ve got you!  In this […]

Best Vitamin B12 For PCOS & 8 Signs of Deficiency

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Is vitamin B12 one of the nutrients or supplements you’ve heard discussed for PCOS? This nutrient is linked to PCOS and may be something you may need more of, especially if you take certain medications.  As a registered dietitian specializing in PCOS, I’m going to break things down for you. This blog post will dive […]

BioEmblem Triple Complex Magnesium: An Honest Review

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Have you seen BioEmblem Triple Complex Magnesium being touted on social media platforms like TikTok? People are singing its praises but is it really worth the hype?  As a registered dietitian, I know there’s a lot of junk supplements on the market so I’m going to break this one down for you. This blog post […]

Moon Juice Magnesi-Om: A Dietitian’s Honest Review

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Have you seen the viral Moon Juice Magnesi-Om supplement on TikTok? Maybe you saw it mixed into a sleepy girl mocktail and now you’re wondering if it’s worth the hype? As a registered dietitian who specializes in PCOS and women’s health, I get asked about magnesium a lot. Let me take the guesswork out of […]

Can I Eat Pasta With PCOS? A Dietitian’s Tips & Recipe

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Can I eat pasta with PCOS? What’s the best pasta for PCOS? Should it be gluten free pasta? As a PCOS registered dietitian, these are a few of the questions I get asked regularly. This blog post is going to dive into whether you can eat pasta with PCOS, what the best types of pasta […]

5 Benefits of Chromium Picolinate for PCOS

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Chromium picolinate has become a popular dietary supplement discussed in the PCOS community…but does it actually help PCOS?  As a registered dietitian who has PCOS, rest assured that I’m going to answer all your questions and tell you what the research actually says about chromium supplements for PCOS.  This post may contain affiliate links. This […]

5 Delicious Adrenal Cocktail Recipes To Make

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Have you heard of adrenal cocktails before? This adrenal cocktail recipe and the variations are a tasty way to support your hormonal health.  This post may contain affiliate links. This means that if you click a link and make a purchase, I may make a small commission at no additional cost to you. What Is […]

What’s The Best Probiotic for PCOS? Top Brands & Benefits

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If you have PCOS and digestive issues, you may be wondering: what’s the best probiotic for PCOS? Do I need to take a probiotic? Should I take one?  As a registered dietitian who specializes in PCOS, I get this question a lot! This blog post will cover what probiotics are, the benefits of them, and […]