I’m 30 with PCOS and struggling with my weight. Could Mounjaro be an option for me?
The question, asked by a woman aged 30 to 44
I have PCOS and because of that my weight has always been a concern. Now it has also started to affect my confidence. I get pointed at for my weight. I have tried doing cardio and cutting carbs. Then I have bad cravings. I was thinking about whether I should take Ozempic or Mounjaro. Also is it a one-time thing- I take the injection. My weight is permanently reduced or is there some diet and workout to follow too?. Is there any other weight loss treatment that I should consider?
Your weight is not a willpower problem. It is important to understand that, with PCOS, your hormones are already fighting. On top of that, eating less, move more advice makes things worse. In most cases of PCOS, women also face insulin resistance. When insulin is high, it signals your body to store fat around the belly and also pushes it towards the ovaries to make more testosterone. This is how the whole PCOS weight cycle works. When you cut carbs abruptly, your blood sugar drops, and this leads to intense cravings. Spending long hours doing cardio raises more cortisol, which is a stress hormone that adds more fat to the belly area. Chronic inflammation and an uneasy gut can make insulin worse and affect how your body clears excess hormones. Now getting straight to the point, Mounjaro is not a one-time solution. It is, in fact, a means to calm the cravings while you find the root cause. If the root cause is not found and addressed, there is a chance you will gain the weight back.
Suggested Tests
Fasting glucose and fasting insulin, to calculate insulin resistance Oral glucose tolerance test, as HbA1c can appear normal in women with PCOS Total testosterone, free testosterone and SHBG DHEA-S LH and FSH, taken between day 2 and day 5 of the cycle AMH Prolactin and TSH, to rule out other causes of irregular cycles 17-OH progesterone, to rule out adrenal causes Pelvic ultrasound Liver function tests, as fatty liver is common alongside PCOS Vitamin D Serum beta-hCG, to rule out pregnancy before any new treatment
How Clinic Living Plus Can Help
At CLP, we have one of our biggest programmes for PCOS. We treat it as a hormonal and metabolic condition and not just a weight problem.
Could Mounjaro be an option? Yes. In fact, it can work very well for women with PCOS who have insulin resistance and strong cravings. Here’s how we approach it:
We conduct a full hormonal and metabolic workup test, along with microbiome testing, if needed, to understand what is driving PCOS. If you are suitable for Mounjaro, the dose starts small and is increased under doctor supervision. If you are planning for pregnancy, we plan around it. Not everyone needs an injection. We have our IV for PCOS drip, which includes all the vitamins, zinc, NAC and inositol. Peptide therapy and ozone therapy are also a part of this kit. Our nutrition team builds a low-AGE, anti-inflammatory plan and moves you away from dairy, which is high in AGEs and hormones. We can even help with sending over a professional chef to help you cook with the right recipes and foods for you. Our trainers plan workouts that improve how your body responds to insulin. Being pointed at for your weight hurts. Our mental health counselor helps you rebuild your confidence and your relationship with food. Our PCOS package starts at ₹5,000, and it can be done online. Honestly, the goal isn’t a small number. It is regular cycles, clear skin, calming your cravings, and a body you feel confident in.
Lifestyle & Nutrition Tips
First things first, limit carbohydrates but don’t completely stop them. Restricting food can lead to craving more processed and sugary foods. Include millets, whole grains, and brown rice along with a source of protein and fiber. Include 1-2 spoons of ground flaxseeds along with some form of legumes in your meals. The high fiber content will control the insulin spike and balance hormones. Practicing strength training in PCOS is a good way to use insulin during PCOS. Maintain a sleep routine and also work on managing your stress with walks and breathing exercises.
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