PCOS Supplements

Supplements commonly discussed for PCOS, with links to the research behind each one.

This tool is for educational purposes only. It does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always discuss health decisions with your healthcare provider.
Read this first Before starting any supplement Before starting any supplement for PCOS, here are important things to know: 1.

Inositol: the most-studied PCOS supplement

Inositol is the most-studied supplement for PCOS, with strong evidence from randomised controlled trials.

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Vitamin D and PCOS

Vitamin D deficiency is remarkably common in PCOS — affecting 67-85% of people with the condition, significantly higher than the general population.

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NAC (N-Acetyl Cysteine)

N-Acetyl Cysteine (NAC) is a powerful antioxidant that has shown promising results in PCOS research, though with smaller study sizes than inositol.

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Berberine

Berberine is a plant compound that has shown impressive results for insulin resistance in PCOS — in some trials, comparable to metformin.

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Omega-3 fatty acids

Omega-3 fatty acids (EPA and DHA) have anti-inflammatory properties that are relevant to PCOS, where chronic low-grade inflammation is common.

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Magnesium, zinc, and chromium

Several minerals play roles in PCOS management.

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Spearmint tea

Spearmint tea has gained attention in PCOS communities for its potential anti-androgen effects, particularly for hirsutism.

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