Which helps PCOS more: aerobic exercise or cutting added sugar?
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study compares the effects of aerobic exercise versus cutting out added sugar on insulin sensitivity and testosterone levels in women with PCOS. It may help you understand which lifestyle change improves your body's ability to use insulin and manage hormone levels.
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Who can take part
- You are a woman between 25 and 40 years old.
- You have been diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).
- You are overweight or obese, with a body mass index (BMI) between 26 and 40.
- You have low insulin sensitivity (your body does not use insulin well), as shown by a blood test.
- You do not have bone, joint, or heart problems that would prevent you from doing aerobic exercise like walking.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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