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This study aims to identify the facilitators and barriers to lifestyle modification among women with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS).

May 18, 2026CureusOpen Access

Low Utilization of Dietetic Support and Determinants of Lifestyle Modification Among Women With Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: A Cross-Sectional Study

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Cross-sectional study assesses lifestyle modification barriers in women with PCOS, suggesting improved dietary support is needed.

This study aims to identify the facilitators and barriers to lifestyle modification among women with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS).
Conducted as a cross-sectional study in a tertiary care institute's gynecology outpatient department over three months.
Included women aged 18-40 diagnosed with PCOS based on the Rotterdam criteria.
Data collected using a structured questionnaire assessing dietary habits, physical activity, and lifestyle modification factors.
72.2% of participants did not achieve weight reduction, while 27.8% achieved ≥5 kg weight loss.
Depressive mood significantly associated with failure to reduce weight (p = 0.002).
Common barriers to weight reduction included fatigue (74.6%) and easy accessibility to junk food (56.2%).

P et al. (2026) studied this question.

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