PCOS Weight Loss Treatment in Mount Kisco, NY
Polycystic ovary syndrome can make weight loss feel impossible. At Briones Weight Loss Center, Dr. Maria Briones helps women throughout Westchester County manage PCOS with plans that target insulin resistance, balance hormones, and support steady, lasting weight loss.
What Is PCOS?
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is one of the most common hormonal disorders in women of reproductive age. It is characterized by irregular or missed periods, higher levels of androgens such as testosterone, and in many cases small cysts on the ovaries. PCOS is closely tied to insulin resistance, which is why so many women with the condition struggle with weight gain and find it difficult to lose weight.
Common PCOS Symptoms
- Irregular, infrequent, or missed periods
- Weight gain, especially around the abdomen
- Excess facial or body hair
- Acne and oily skin
- Thinning hair on the scalp
- Darkened skin patches on the neck or underarms
- Difficulty becoming pregnant
Why PCOS Makes Weight Loss Harder
When the body becomes resistant to insulin, it produces more of it. High insulin levels encourage fat storage and stimulate the ovaries to make more androgens, which worsens PCOS symptoms. Over time, women with PCOS face a higher risk of type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, and high blood pressure. The encouraging part is that losing even 5 to 10 percent of body weight can improve cycles, hormones, and metabolic health.
PCOS Weight Management at Briones Weight Loss Center
Dr. Maria Briones creates PCOS plans that target insulin resistance and hormone balance rather than calories alone. Your care may include:
- Lab testing for blood sugar, insulin, androgens, thyroid, and cholesterol
- A personalized medical weight loss plan built around blood sugar control
- Nutrition planning that reduces cravings and steadies energy
- Supplements that may support insulin sensitivity and hormone health
- Exercise guidance that improves metabolism without burnout
- Hormone evaluation and hormone support when appropriate
For women experiencing PCOS-related hair thinning, PRP hair restoration may help support fuller-looking hair. PRP facials and Morpheus8 can also improve skin texture affected by acne scarring.
PCOS FAQs
Can PCOS cause weight gain?
Yes. Insulin resistance, which is common with PCOS, promotes fat storage and makes weight loss more difficult.
Will losing weight help my PCOS?
Losing 5 to 10 percent of your body weight can improve cycle regularity, hormone levels, and insulin sensitivity for many women.
How is PCOS diagnosed?
PCOS is diagnosed using a combination of symptoms, menstrual history, lab testing for hormones, and sometimes ultrasound.
What diet is best for PCOS?
A diet that steadies blood sugar, with lean proteins, fiber, healthy fats, and fewer refined carbohydrates, often helps. Dr. Briones will tailor a plan to you.
Does PCOS increase diabetes risk?
Yes. Women with PCOS have a higher risk of type 2 diabetes, which is why monitoring blood sugar is important.
Can PCOS cause hair loss?
Higher androgen levels can cause thinning hair on the scalp. Treatment options like PRP hair therapy may help.
How do I schedule a PCOS consultation?
Call Briones Weight Loss Center at (914) 241-6249 or request an appointment online.
Take Control of PCOS
A plan built for your hormones can make all the difference. Call Briones Weight Loss Center at (914) 241-6249 or request an appointment online.