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The PCOS Collective

English, Fitness / Keep-fit, 1 season, 15 episodes, 4 hours, 19 minutes
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If you want to go from feeling overwhelmed with your PCOS diagnosis to being empowered to manage your symptoms without restriction then you are in the right place! I'm Alex Williams, a Registered Associate Nutritionist who works with people with PCOS to help them break away from diet rules to find sustainable, evidence-based habits to help them manage their unique symptoms. Join me and expert guests to talk about all things PCOS, intuitive eating, fertility, joyful movement and more every Wednesday.
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S1 E14: Your PCOS Questions Answered!

It’s the final episode of The PCOS Collective! In today’s episode, I answer your PCOS questions and I bust nutrition myths, chat about movement and getting pregnant with PCOS. Enjoyed season 1? Leave a review over on Apple Podcasts and I will see you for season 2 in 2022! Find Alex here: @pcos_collective www.pcoscollective.co.uk Download your free guide to managing your PCOS without restriction: www.pcoscollective.co.uk/pcos-newsletter Thank you to Time Health for sponsoring this series of the PCOS Collective podcast. Find out more about inositol here: https://www.pcoscollective.co.uk/inositol-pcos & use the code thecollectivewellness15 for 15% off your next order at Time Health
12/8/202116 minutes, 49 seconds
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S1 E13: Fertility with PCOS

Today's ep is all about getting pregnant if you have PCOS and some tangible tips to hopefully move you forward in your fertility journey. I'm Alex Williams, a Registered Associate Nutritionist who works with people with PCOS to help them break away from diet rules to find sustainable, evidence-based habits to help them manage their unique symptoms. Join me and expert guests to talk about all things PCOS, intuitive eating, fertility, joyful movement and more every Wednesday. Book a 1:1 Power Hour Session with me! Thank you for listening to The PCOS Collective podcast! Please rate, review and follow/subscribe for the latest episodes. Find Alex here: @pcos_collective www.pcoscollective.co.uk Download your free guide to managing your PCOS without restriction: www.pcoscollective.co.uk/pcos-newsletter Thank you to Time Health for sponsoring this series of the PCOS Collective podcast. Find out more about inositol here: https://www.pcoscollective.co.uk/inositol-pcos & use the code thecollectivewellness15 for 15% off your next order at Time Health
12/1/20219 minutes, 2 seconds
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S1 E12: Accessing Fertility Treatment Abroad

I am joined by Emma Haslam from Your IVF Abroad who is an expert in fertility treatment abroad after her own fertility journey and now helps people to find affordable, accessible and inclusive fertility treatment in Europe. Find Emma here: @yourivfabroad Unsure if fertility treatment abroad is for you? Download Emma's free checklist to find out https://www.yourivfabroad.co.uk/whoisivfabroadfor Free support group (closed and won't show up on your profile or feed) for those who are curious about, planning or having fertility treatment abroad: https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourivfabroadwithemma/?ref=share_group_link yourivfabroad.co.uk Find Alex here: @pcos_collective www.pcoscollective.co.uk Download your free guide to managing your PCOS without restriction: www.pcoscollective.co.uk/pcos-newsletter Thank you to Time Health for sponsoring this series of the PCOS Collective podcast. Find out more about inositol here: https://www.pcoscollective.co.uk/inositol-pcos & use the code thecollectivewellness15 for 15% off your next order at Time Health
11/24/202131 minutes, 6 seconds
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S1 E11: Do I Need to Cut Carbs for PCOS?!

One of the most common questions I receive and misconceptions surrounding PCOS is that you need to cut out carbohydrates, with some people going to the extreme by going on a keto diet in an attempt to manage symptoms. Today's podcast solo ep breaks down why this myth is so prevalent, why we need carbohydrates to function and what we can do instead to help with insulin resistance - without cutting carbs! I'm Alex Williams, a Registered Associate Nutritionist who works with people with PCOS to help them break away from diet rules to find sustainable, evidence-based habits to help them manage their unique symptoms. Join me and expert guests to talk about all things PCOS, intuitive eating, fertility, joyful movement and more every Wednesday. Thank you for listening to The PCOS Collective podcast! Please rate, review and follow/subscribe for the latest episodes. Find Alex here: @pcos_collective www.pcoscollective.co.uk Download your free guide to managing your PCOS without restriction: www.pcoscollective.co.uk/pcos-newsletter Thank you to Time Health for sponsoring this series of the PCOS Collective podcast. Find out more about inositol here: https://www.pcoscollective.co.uk/inositol-pcos & use the code thecollectivewellness15 for 15% off your next order at Time Health
11/17/20217 minutes, 39 seconds
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S1 E10: Gentle Nutrition for PCOS Management

I am joined by fellow nutritionist and friend Shannon Western ANutr to discuss gentle nutrition tips for PCOS management. We talk about why she takes a non-diet approach to help people with PCOS, the most common PCOS nutrition questions she receives in clinic and what exactly gentle nutrition is. Plus plenty of tangible tips for you to implement! Find Shannon here: @shannonwesternnutrition shannonwesternnutrition.com Find Alex here: @pcos_collective www.pcoscollective.co.uk Download your free guide to managing your PCOS without restriction: www.pcoscollective.co.uk/pcos-newsletter Thank you to Time Health for sponsoring this series of the PCOS Collective podcast. Find out more about inositol here: https://www.pcoscollective.co.uk/inositol-pcos & use the code thecollectivewellness15 for 15% off your next order at Time Health
11/3/202124 minutes, 33 seconds
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S1 E9: Your PCOS Diagnosis & Next Steps

Join me for a solo episode where we discuss your PCOS diagnostic journey and what are the next steps to manage your symptoms. I'm Alex Williams, a Registered Associate Nutritionist who works with people with PCOS to help them break away from diet rules to find sustainable, evidence-based habits to help them manage their unique symptoms. Join me and expert guests to talk about all things PCOS, intuitive eating, fertility, joyful movement and more every Wednesday. Book a 1:1 Power Hour Session with me! Use the code POWER for £50 off (valid until midnight on the 31st of October 2021). Thank you for listening to The PCOS Collective podcast! Please rate, review and follow/subscribe for the latest episodes. Find Alex here: @pcos_collective www.pcoscollective.co.uk Download your free guide to managing your PCOS without restriction: www.pcoscollective.co.uk/pcos-newsletter Thank you to Time Health for sponsoring this series of the PCOS Collective podcast. Find out more about inositol here: https://www.pcoscollective.co.uk/inositol-pcos & use the code thecollectivewellness15 for 15% off your next order at Time Health
10/27/20219 minutes, 44 seconds
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S1 E8: What is Bulimia & Binge Eating Disorder? The Link Between Eating Disorders and PCOS

Today I am joined by Dr Rachel Evans to talk about all things bulimia, binge eating disorder and other eating disorders. People with PCOS have an increased risk of eating disorders so being informed about ED prevalence, symptoms and what to do if you think you or someone you love has an ED is so important. Trigger warning: we talk candidly about eating disorders. Please contact BEAT if would like support for you or someone you love. Thank you for listening to The PCOS Collective podcast! Please rate, review and follow/subscribe for the latest episodes. Find Rachel here: @rachel.evans.phd https://eatingdisordertherapist.co.uk/ Just Eat Normally Podcast Find Alex here: @pcos_collective www.pcoscollective.co.uk Download your free guide to managing your PCOS without restriction: www.pcoscollective.co.uk/pcos-newsletter Thank you to Time Health for sponsoring this series of the PCOS Collective podcast. Find out more about inositol here: https://www.pcoscollective.co.uk/inositol-pcos & use the code thecollectivewellness15 for 15% off your next order at Time Health
10/20/202138 minutes, 8 seconds
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S1 E7: Three Ways Stress Impacts PCOS & How to Manage It

Join me for a solo episode where we chat about how stress impacts PCOS and how we can use proactive and reactive techniques to manage stress and your PCOS symptoms.  I'm Alex Williams, a Registered Associate Nutritionist who works with people with PCOS to help them break away from diet rules to find sustainable, evidence-based habits to help them manage their unique symptoms. Join me and expert guests to talk about all things PCOS, intuitive eating, fertility, joyful movement and more every Wednesday. Stress Management Checklist Thank you for listening to The PCOS Collective podcast! Please rate, review and follow/subscribe for the latest episodes. Find Alex here: @pcos_collective www.pcoscollective.co.uk Download your free guide to managing your PCOS without restriction: www.pcoscollective.co.uk/pcos-newsletter Thank you to Time Health for sponsoring this series of the PCOS Collective podcast. Find out more about inositol here: https://www.pcoscollective.co.uk/inositol-pcos & use the code thecollectivewellness15 for 15% off your next order at Time Health
10/13/202110 minutes, 1 second
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S1 E6: Fat Positive Fertility with Nicola Salmon

In today's episode, I am joined by Fat Positive Fertility Coach Nicola Salmon. As well as being a fertility coach, Nicola is an acupuncturist and the author of the incredible book Fat & Fertile. In this episode, we discuss the myths around getting pregnant in a bigger body, how to advocate for yourself in a healthcare setting and top tips for people with PCOS who want to get pregnant. Thank you for listening to The PCOS Collective podcast! Please rate, review and follow/subscribe for the latest episodes. Find Nicola here: @fatpositivefertility www.nicolasalmon.co.uk Find Alex here: @pcos_collective www.pcoscollective.co.uk Download your free guide to managing your PCOS without restriction: www.pcoscollective.co.uk/pcos-newsletter Thank you to Time Health for sponsoring this series of the PCOS Collective podcast. Find out more about inositol here: https://www.pcoscollective.co.uk/inositol-pcos & use the code thecollectivewellness15 for 15% off your next order at Time Health
10/6/202125 minutes, 27 seconds
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S1 E5: My Three Top Tips for PCOS

Join me for a solo episode where I tell you the three top tips I want everyone with PCOS to hear. I chat about my PCOS Pathway and how we can use it to work for you! I'm Alex Williams, a Registered Associate Nutritionist who works with people with PCOS to help them break away from diet rules to find sustainable, evidence-based habits to help them manage their unique symptoms. Join me and expert guests to talk about all things PCOS, intuitive eating, fertility, joyful movement and more every Wednesday. PT Directory: https://www.thecollectivewellness.co.uk/resources/fitness-directory Thank you for listening to The PCOS Collective podcast! Please rate, review and follow/subscribe for the latest episodes. Find Alex here: @pcos_collective www.pcoscollective.co.uk Download your free guide to managing your PCOS without restriction: www.pcoscollective.co.uk/pcos-newsletter Thank you to Time Health for sponsoring this series of the PCOS Collective podcast. Find out more about inositol here: https://www.pcoscollective.co.uk/inositol-pcos & use the code thecollectivewellness15 for 15% off your next order at Time Health
9/29/20219 minutes, 12 seconds
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S1 E4: The Benefits of Yoga for PCOS & How to Get Started with Elle Coales

Join me and Elle Coales to discuss the benefits of yoga for people with PCOS and some great tips on how to get started with your own yoga practice. Elle is a Registered Associate Nutritionist and qualified Yoga Teacher offering sustainable, gentle nutrition and yoga services. Thank you for listening to The PCOS Collective podcast! Please rate, review and follow/subscribe for the latest episodes. Find Elle here: @enliveningelle Find Alex here: @pcos_collective www.pcoscollective.co.uk Download your free guide to managing your PCOS without restriction: www.pcoscollective.co.uk/pcos-newsletter Thank you to Time Health for sponsoring this series of the PCOS Collective podcast. Find out more about inositol here: https://www.pcoscollective.co.uk/inositol-pcos & use the code thecollectivewellness15 for 15% off your next order at Time Health
9/22/202124 minutes, 53 seconds
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S1 E3: What is Intuitive Eating and can it work for PCOS?

This episode is all about Intuitive Eating and whether it can work for PCOS (spoiler alert: it can!) I'm Alex Williams, a Registered Associate Nutritionist who works with people with PCOS to help them break away from diet rules to find sustainable, evidence-based habits to help them manage their unique symptoms. Join me and expert guests to talk about all things PCOS, intuitive eating, fertility, joyful movement and more every Wednesday. Find Alex here: @pcos_collective www.pcoscollective.co.uk Download your free guide to managing your PCOS without restriction: www.pcoscollective.co.uk/pcos-newsletter Thank you to Time Health for sponsoring this series of the PCOS Collective podcast. Find out more about inositol here: https://www.pcoscollective.co.uk/inositol-pcos & use the code thecollectivewellness15 for 15% off your next order at Time Health
9/15/20219 minutes, 51 seconds
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S1 E2: Why Diets Don't Work, Weight Science & Weight Stigma with Emma Green PhD

Join me and Emma Green PhD to discuss why diets don't work. especially for people with PCOS, and what the research really says about dieting and weight loss. We discuss weight science and the stigma and bias seen in the literature. Emma is an anti-diet fitness coach, writer and editor. She holds a PhD in Health Psychology and is a certified personal trainer. Emma is passionate about making science accessible to help people build a healthy relationship with food, exercise and their bodies. Find Emma here: @emmafitnessphd Find Alex here: @pcos_collective www.pcoscollective.co.uk Download your free guide to managing your PCOS without restriction: www.pcoscollective.co.uk/pcos-newsletter Thank you to Time Health for sponsoring this series of the PCOS Collective podcast. Find out more about inositol here: https://www.pcoscollective.co.uk/inositol-pcos & use the code thecollectivewellness15 for 15% off your next order at Time Health
9/8/202134 minutes, 53 seconds
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S1 E1: What is PCOS?

This episode is all about the PCOS basics: what is it, what are the symptoms of PCOS and how is it diagnosed? I'm Alex Williams, a Registered Associate Nutritionist who works with people with PCOS to help them break away from diet rules to find sustainable, evidence-based habits to help them manage their unique symptoms. Join me and expert guests to talk about all things PCOS, intuitive eating, fertility, joyful movement and more every Wednesday.  Find Alex here: @pcos_collective www.pcoscollective.co.uk Download your free guide to managing your PCOS without restriction: www.pcoscollective.co.uk/pcos-newsletter Thank you to Time Health for sponsoring this series of the PCOS Collective podcast. Find out more about inositol here: https://www.pcoscollective.co.uk/inositol-pcos & use the code thecollectivewellness15 for 15% off your next order at Time Health
8/31/20216 minutes, 58 seconds
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Welcome to The PCOS Collective Podcast

Welcome to The PCOS Collective! If you want to go from feeling overwhelmed with your PCOS diagnosis to being empowered to manage your symptoms without restriction then you are in the right place. I'm Alex Williams, a Registered Associate Nutritionist who works with people with PCOS to help them break away from diet rules to find sustainable, evidence-based habits to help them manage their unique symptoms. Join me and expert guests to talk about all things PCOS, intuitive eating, fertility, joyful movement and more every Wednesday. Find Alex here: @pcos_collective www.pcoscollective.co.uk Download your free guide to managing your PCOS without restriction: www.pcoscollective.co.uk/pcos-newsletter Thank you to Time Health for sponsoring this series of the PCOS Collective podcast. Find out more about inositol here: https://www.pcoscollective.co.uk/inositol-pcos & use the code thecollectivewellness15 for 15% off your next order at Time Health
8/26/202156 seconds