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Alex Okell ANutr (she/her) @_AlexOkell

Registered Associate Nutritionist | Founder of Be The Collective LTD | The PCOS Collective & The Endo Collective

Joined September 2018
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Updated Article | Criteria for diagnosis of PCOS (2023 update) pcoscollective.com/pcos-diag…

Criteria for diagnosis of PMOS (2023 update) - THE PMOS COLLECTIVE

The criteria for diagnosis of PMOS have had an interesting update for 2023. Let's dive into the criteria and updates.

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Updated Article | PCOS 101: A Beginner's Guide to PCOS pcoscollective.com/pcos-101

PMOS 101 | A beginner's guide to PMOS - THE PMOS COLLECTIVE

PMOS is a common endocrine disorder. In this article we summarise what PMOS is, how it affects people and how it can be managed.

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Updated Article | 25 PCOS self-care ideas pcoscollective.com/pcos-self…

25 PCOS self-care ideas - THE PCOS COLLECTIVE

Self-care is a buzzword lately. But what is PCOS self-care? We dig into self-care for PCOS and give you 25 self-care ideas.

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Updated Article | PCOS and ovulation: signs, tracking and testing ovulation pcoscollective.com/pcos-and-…

PCOS and ovulation: signs, tracking and testing ovulation - THE PCOS COLLECTIVE

Irregular or a lack of ovulation is a common symptom of PCOS. But how are PCOS and ovulation linked and what testing and tracking can be done?

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Updated article | Inositol for PCOS: benefits, evidence and dosage pcoscollective.com/inositol-…

Inositol for PCOS: benefits, evidence and dosage - THE PMOS COLLECTIVE

Inositol for PMOS: should you take a supplement? This article answers all your D-chiro and Myo-inositol questions.

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Updated Post | Does PCOS cause pain? pcoscollective.com/does-pcos…

Does PMOS cause pain? - THE PMOS COLLECTIVE

If you have PMOS then you are aware of the many symptoms that are associated with the syndrome. But that about pain? Does PMOS cause pain?

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New Post | Protein powder for PCOS: uses, benefits and best protein powders pcoscollective.com/protein-p…

Protein powder for PCOS: uses, benefits and best protein powders - THE PCOS COLLECTIVE

Curious about protein powder for PCOS? We answer your questions about its usage, benefits and the best protein powders for PCOS.

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Updated Article | Polyphenols and PCOS pcoscollective.com/polypheno…

Polyphenols and PCOS - THE PCOS COLLECTIVE

Polyphenols act as a defence system against multiple stresses, but do polyphenols contribute to improved health outcomes in people with PCOS?

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Updated Article | Low carb diet for PCOS: fact or fad? pcoscollective.com/pcos-and-…

Low carb diet for PCOS: fact or fad? - THE PCOS COLLECTIVE

PCOS is linked with insulin resistance so often a low-carb diet is recommended for PCOS management. But does a low-carb diet work for PCOS?

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Updated article | Foods for PCOS: how does diet impact symptoms? pcoscollective.com/foods-for…
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Updated article | PCOS and sleep: insomnia, sleep apnea and sleeping too much pcoscollective.com/sleep-pco…

PCOS and sleep: insomnia, sleep apnea and sleeping too much

What is the link between sleep and PCOS? Are insomnia, sleep apnea and sleeping too much linked to PCOS? We delve into sleep in this article.

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Updated Article | PCOS and gut health: what’s the link? pcoscollective.com/pcos-and-…

PCOS and Gut Health: What's the link? - THE PCOS COLLECTIVE

We understand more about gut health and the link to the skin, hormones and mental wellbeing. But is there a link between PCOS and gut health?

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Updated Article | PCOS fatigue: why are you so tired? pcoscollective.com/pcos-fati…

PCOS fatigue: does PCOS make you tired? - THE PCOS COLLECTIVE

Feeling tired and sluggish with PCOS? It’s time to discover why PCOS fatigue occurs and what you can do to combat PCOS tiredness.

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Updated article | PCOS workout nutrition: pre, post and during exercise pcoscollective.com/pcos-work…

PMOS workout nutrition: pre, post and during exercise

Curious about PCOS workout nutrition? Understanding pre-workout and post-workout nutrition may support your PCOS symptoms.

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New Article | Vitex for PCOS: does agnus castus (chasteberry) help PCOS? pcoscollective.com/vitex-for…

Vitex for PMOS: does agnus castus (chasteberry) help PMOS?

Vitex (also known as vitex agnus castus or chasteberry) has been used as a fertility remedy for centuries. But what about vitex for PMOS?

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Updated article | PCOS hair loss: causes, treatments and supplements pcoscollective.com/pcos-and-…

PMOS hair loss: causes, treatments and supplements for alopecia - THE PCOS COLLECTIVE

Why does hair loss occur in people with PMOS? And are there diet, supplements or lifestyle changes we can make?

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New article | Omega-3 for PCOS: benefits, sources and supplement dosage pcoscollective.com/omega-3-f…

Omega-3 for PCOS: benefits, sources and supplement dosage

Omega-3s are fatty acids essential for health. But what about omega-3 for PCOS? Find out about benefits, side effects and supplements.

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Updated Article | Best supplements for PCOS pcoscollective.com/supplemen…

Best supplements for PCOS - THE PCOS COLLECTIVE

There are a variety of supplements that may help with symptoms of PCOS. Here is our round-up of our top supplements for PCOS.

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Updated Article | PCOS and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS): connection and management pcoscollective.com/pcos-and-…

PMOS and IBS (irritable bowel syndrome): what's the link? - THE PMOS COLLECTIVE

Is irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) linked to PMOS? We look at the evidence, discuss symptoms, and how to manage if you have both PMOS and IBS.

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Updated Article | High Testosterone and PCOS: causes, signs and treatment pcoscollective.com/pcos-and-…

High Testosterone and PMOS: causes, signs and treatment

High testosterone in PMOS is a common feature. Excess testosterone levels can cause hair loss, hair thinning, acne and oily skin.

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