Author Question: A friend was recently diagnosed with polycystic ovary disease (PCOS). Describe some characteristics ... (Read 117 times)

pane00 · **on:** Aug 20, 2018

A friend was recently diagnosed with polycystic ovary disease (PCOS). Describe some characteristics of the disease, the first line of therapy, and dietary changes needed.

Question 2

Within a day of beginning a fast, most of the body's stores of _____ are depleted.

a. glycogen
b. amino acids
c. fatty acids
d. glycerol

dyrone · **Reply #1 on:** Aug 20, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Polycystic ovary disease is a condition in females generally characterized by insulin resistance, high blood insulin levels, obesity, polycystic ovaries, menstrual dysfunction, amenorrhea, infertility, hirsutism, and acne. The preferred first-line treatment for women with PCOS is dietary modification, weight loss if needed, and exercise. Dietary recommendations for females with PCOS emphasize lean sources of protein, whole grains, fruits and vegetables high in antioxidants, ample fiber intake, regular meals, nonfat dairy products, vitamin D adequacy, and low-GI carbohydrates. Basic foods such as whole grains and high-fiber, low-GI carbohydrates are encouraged to limit blood glucose surges and insulin production.

Answer to Question 2

a