Question 1

What are the four PCOS types?

Accepted Answer

Most clinicians work with four phenotypes: insulin-resistant PCOS (the most common, driven by metabolic dysfunction), post-pill PCOS (symptoms after stopping hormonal contraception), inflammatory PCOS (driven by chronic inflammation from gut or diet), and adrenal PCOS (DHEAS-driven, often triggered by chronic stress). Many women have features of more than one.

Question 2

Does PCOS type change over time?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Phenotype can shift as life circumstances change. Pregnancy, weight changes, stress, sleep, and starting or stopping medications can all move the dominant pattern. Retake the quiz every 6 to 12 months if your symptoms have changed.

Question 3

How does the PCOS type quiz help me eat?

Accepted Answer

Once we know your dominant phenotype, the meal planner adjusts macro ratios, food rules, and timing. For example, insulin-resistant PCOS responds well to lower-carb mornings and front-loaded calories, while adrenal PCOS benefits from steady carbohydrate intake to support cortisol regulation.

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