POLYCYSTIC OVARIAN SYNDROME (PCOS) is a complex endocrine condition characterised by high androgen levels – responsible for hair growth on the face, stomach or back, irregular or no menstrual cycle and insulin resistance.
Whether you are 16 or 36 when diagnosed, seek help from a Fertility Trained Dietician. This can help you manage your symptoms (acne, resistance to weight loss, depression, anxiety, liver conditions, unwanted hair growth and an irregular cycle) and help increase your chances to conceive naturally.
Although the contraceptive pill can alleviate symptoms, it does NOT resolve the underlying cause-which is insulin resistance.
Most PCOS patients are overweight, but a smaller percentage of women are normal or underweight. Regardless of your BMI, diet is a pivotal part of your treatment plan if you have PCOS.
BEAT PCOS with BEATDieticians
MEET THE DIETICIANS AT OUR INSTITUTE
Lindie Mosehuus
I am a trained pre- and post-natal dietician. I have 5 years experience, am a wife, mom of two healthy girls, a, now, stronger woman with my own story of infertility, a miscarriage, an incredibly difficult pregnancy, and a challenging breastfeeding journey.
Chané Bothma
Chané completed her Bsc Dietetics degree at University of Western Cape. She completed her community service year at Groote Schuur Hospital in the Western Cape where she also gained valuable clinical experience in surgical ICU, upper GI disorders, oncology and diseases of lifestyle. She is passionate about providing scientific based nutrition information in a fun and practical way.
Dr. Anke van Straaten
Dr. Anke van Straaten is a Specialist Physician with a passion for general internal medicine and a special interest in cardio-metabolic health. She is committed to practising evidence-based medicine and providing patient-centred care tailored to each individual’s needs.
She completed her internship at Prince Mshiyeni Memorial Hospital in 2009 and 2010, followed by her community service at Site B Community Health Centre. Dr. van Straaten began her career in Internal Medicine at Karl Bremer Hospital, where she worked from 2012 to 2014. She completed her specialist training at Tygerberg Hospital in 2019 before returning to Karl Bremer Hospital.
With years of experience in both hospital and specialist care settings, Dr. van Straaten combines clinical expertise with a compassionate and practical approach to medicine, aiming to support patients in achieving long-term health and wellbeing