Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is the most common cause of female infertility. I’m joined by Dr. Felice Gersh, a leading OB-GYN treating patients with PCOS, to talk about the signs, symptoms, and long-term effects of the syndrome. Felice also shares some of the benefits of PCOS when you have it under control.   You Need to Have Two of These Three Symptoms for a PCOS Diagnosis: Irregular menstrual cycle High levels of Androgens in a blood test An ultrasound showing tiny cysts in the ovaries   About Dr. Felice Gersh Felice Gersh, M.D. is a multi-award-winning physician with dual board certifications in OB-GYN and Integrative Medicine.  She is the founder and director of the Integrative Medical Group of Irvine, a practice that provides comprehensive health care for women by combining the best evidence-based therapies from conventional, naturopathic, and holistic medicine.  She taught obstetrics and gynecology at Keck USC School of Medicine for 12 years as an Assistant Clinical Professor, where she received the highly coveted Outstanding Volunteer Clinical Faculty Award. She now serves as an Affiliate Faculty Member at the Fellowship in Integrative Medicine, through the University of Arizona School of Medicine, where she lectures and regularly grades the case presentations written by the Fellowship students for their final exams.  Felice Gersh, M.D. is the bestselling author of PCOS SOS and the PCOS SOS Fertility Fast Track, and she has published articles in peer-reviewed medical journals.  She is a prolific lecturer and features in several films and documentary series, including The Real Skinny on Fat with Montel Williams and Fasting with Valter Longo, Ph.D.       In This Episode What PCOS is and what the symptoms are [5:15] How common PCOS is among women [9:15] How much plastic to use [11:00] The connection between pregnancy and BPA plastic [13:00] What the problem with excess testosterone is [20:15] How our modern society, pollutants, and toxins negatively affect women with PCOS [24:00] What PCOS increases your risk of [27:00] The problem with birth control pills [35:00]   Links & Resources Use Code BERBERINE for 10% Off Berberine Support Get Your Free Gift: Menopause SOS by Dr. Felice Gersh Buy PCOS SOS Fertility Fast Track: The 12-week plan to optimize your chances of a successful pregnancy and a healthy baby by Dr. Felice Gersh Buy PCOS SOS: A Gynecologist's Lifeline To Naturally Restore Your Rhythms, Hormones, and Happiness by Dr. Felice Gersh   Find Dr. Felice Gersh Online Follow Dr. Felice Gersh on Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | YouTube | LinkedIn   Find Your Longevity Blueprint Online Follow Your Longevity Blueprint on Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | YouTube | LinkedIn Get your copy of the Your Longevity Blueprint book and claim your bonuses here Find Dr. Stephanie Gray and Your Longevity Blueprint online    Follow Dr. Stephanie Gray on Facebook | Instagram | Youtube | Twitter | LinkedIn Integrative Health and Hormone Clinic Podcast Production by the team at Counterweight Creative    Related Episodes  Episode 52: Functional Gynecology With Dr. Tabatha Barber Episode 51: Brilliant Menopause Secrets With Dr. Kyrin Dunston Episode 50: Pelvic Floor Health With Dr. Betsy Greenleaf