
← Eat Kale and Cupcakes6 sept. · 19 min
Episode 18: PCOS/PMOS Supplements: What You Need to Know
<p><strong>PCOS/PMOS Supplements: What You Need to Know</strong></p><p>What role do <strong>insulin resistance, inflammation, and supplements</strong> play in PCOS/PMOS? And how do you know which supplements—if any—are right for you?</p><p>In Episode 18 of <em>Eat Kale & Cupcakes</em>, Shannon and Laura take a closer look at the metabolic and inflammatory components of <strong>PCOS/PMOS (polycystic ovary syndrome)</strong> and discuss some of their favorite supplements for supporting people with PCOS/PMOS.</p><p>But supplements aren’t one-size-fits-all—and more isn’t necessarily better.</p><p>In this episode we discuss:</p><ul><li><p><strong>Insulin resistance and inflammation</strong> as underlying components of PCOS/PMOS</p></li><li><p>Shannon’s personal and professional <strong>favorite supplements for PCOS/PMOS</strong></p></li><li><p>Why supplements can work differently from person to person</p></li><li><p>Why <strong>labs and individual health history matter</strong> when considering supplementation</p></li><li><p>The importance of working with a <strong>healthcare team</strong> to determine what is appropriate for you</p></li><li><p>Why supplements are <strong>not benign</strong> and can have side effects, interactions, and unintended effects</p></li><li><p>Symptoms and side effects to pay attention to when starting a supplement</p></li><li><p>Why taking a supplement simply because it is marketed for PCOS/PMOS doesn’t necessarily mean you need it</p></li><li><p>How to think about supplements as part of a broader approach to metabolic and hormonal health</p></li></ul><p>🎁 Download Our PCOS/PMOS Supplement Guide</p><p>We created a <strong>PCOS/PMOS Supplement Guide</strong> to help you better understand commonly used supplements, what they may be used for, and what to consider before adding them to your routine.</p><p><strong>The guide is intended to be used in conjunction with a qualified healthcare professional—not as a substitute for individualized medical or nutrition advice.</strong></p><p><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1k2dx73QjIvQRgYds1y3E3YQZ72nwD4Ec/view" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Link to guide</a></p><p>Important Disclaimer</p><p>This episode and supplement guide are for <strong>educational and informational purposes only</strong> and are not intended to provide medical advice, diagnose, treat, or prevent any condition.</p><p>Supplements can have side effects, interact with medications, affect laboratory values,