What is the connection between Insulin Resistance and PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome)? The National Institutes of Health defines PCOS as“a condition in which there is an imbalance of a woman’s female sex hormones.” This imbalance of hormones causes changes in menstrual cycle or skin; it also may cause a woman to have trouble getting pregnant or cause small cysts in the ovaries as well as other complications.

Insulin resistance is a condition that leads to the release of more and more insulin in the body. Women’s bodies respond to high insulin levels in the blood by producing more testosterone and other male hormones. This causes problems such as infertility, excessive hair growth, male pattern baldness, and acne. It may also lead to higher cholesterol levels and increase the risk of heart attacks.

Insulin Resistance-related obesity is a root cause of PCOS. Women who have Insulin Resistance PCOS are likely to …