Wellness Journal

If you're living with PCOS and feel like your metabolism has hit a wall—you're not imagining it. Weight gain is one of the most common and frustrating symptoms of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS). And it’s not just about calories in vs. calories out. PCOS affects your body at a hormonal level, changing how you process food, store fat, and even how hungry you feel.

Let’s break down 7 key ways PCOS disrupts your metabolism—and what you can start doing about it.

Facial hair. Chin hair. Stomach hair. If you’re dealing with unwanted hair growth due to PCOS, you are absolutely not alone—and you are not doing anything wrong. This condition, called hirsutism, affects up to 70–80% of women with PCOS.

It’s one of the most frustrating—and emotionally distressing—symptoms. But the good news is, there are real ways to manage it. Let’s talk about why PCOS causes hirsutism and what you can do—both medically and naturally—to feel more comfortable in your own skin.

If you’re living with PCOS and wondering why weight gain feels almost inevitable—or why the scale won’t budge no matter how hard you try—please hear this first: it’s not your fault.

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a complex hormonal condition that doesn’t just mess with your periods or skin—it can also significantly impact how your body stores fat, burns energy, and manages hunger.