Keto diet for PCOS symptoms pilot study
Part of Cancer, Hormones & metabolism, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study tests if a keto diet can improve symptoms of PCOS. You'll follow your normal routine while researchers monitor changes.
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Who can take part
- You are female and between 18 and 40 years old.
- You have been diagnosed with PCOS using standard criteria (like irregular periods, high androgen levels, or cysts on ovaries).
- You are willing to follow the study rules, including not eating or drinking anything except water for over 10 hours before visits, and avoiding alcohol and exercise for 24 hours before visits.
- You plan to keep your current diet, exercise, medications, and supplements the same during the study.
- You have a body mass index (BMI) of 18 or higher.
- You have access to a smartphone, computer, or tablet for tracking and communication.
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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