Nutrition Allara’s Nutrition Evidence Library Written by: Felice Ramallo, MSCN, RDN, LD, Allara Lead Dietitian Is Allara evidence based? Allara prides itself on being evidence based at every turn. The same goes for our registered dietitians (RDs). Our nutrition program is built on a strong foundation of continuous literature review. That means that all the information shared with patients has research behind it. The articles ... READ MORE
Health How is PCOS Diagnosed? Wondering exactly how PCOS is diagnosed is only natural if you’re wondering if you have this condition. However, the process of figuring out whether or not you have polycystic ovary syndrome can soon feel overwhelming in light of the fact that there is no single, definitive test available that will give you a “yes” or “no” answer. Instead, there are ... READ MORE
Health Is PCOS Serious? It’s a good question. But the answer is a bit more complicated than a simple yes or no. Polycystic ovary syndrome, or PCOS, is a common condition—1 in 10 women of reproductive age are diagnosed with the condition, after all—but it does still come with its own set of challenges. And those can run the gamut of unwanted and annoying ... READ MORE
Nutrition The Best PCOS Supplements For Naturally Treating PCOS PCOS supplements are an increasingly common method by which to deal with PCOS symptoms (which often include hair loss, weight gain, acne, insulin resistance, and irregular periods, to name a few). But this solution can soon seem overwhelming when you’re looking at the hundreds of options at the drugstore, with zero idea of which PCOS supplements are going to really ... READ MORE
Health Do I Have PCOS? Here’s How to Know Polycystic ovary syndrome, or PCOS, is a hormonal disorder that affects women of reproductive age. According to the Office on Women's Health (OWH), around 10% of women aged 15 to 44 could be affected. So how do you know if you’re in that ten? Well, as we do with any uncharted territory, we look to the signs. Marked by an ... READ MORE