In this episode of The Up-Beet Dietitians podcast, Emily and Hannah  are joined by Sam Abbott, a fellow dietitian passionate about PCOS. Sam talks about what Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is and how it is diagnosed. Sam dives into why weight loss is commonly prescribed for PCOS and potential risks for this recommendation. She breaks down the logic behind gluten-free, dairy-free, and low-carb diets being recommended for PCOS management. Lastly, she discusses some non-diet approaches you can start incorporating if you have PCOS. For more with Sam, listen to our bonus episode exclusive on Spotify! Sam Abbott, MSEd, RD, LDN, is a registered dietitian nutritionist who helps those with PCOS ditch diets and balance hormones without feeling guilty or stressed about food. She is the owner of PCOS Nutrition Company, where nutrition coaching services are centered around improving hormone balance without a side of diet culture or weight stigma. In her Nourished with PCOS Program, she empowers people with PCOS to find peace and balance with nutrition, hormones, body and life. You can find Sam on Instagram at @pcos.nutritionist or on her podcast, the Nourished with PCOS Podcast, where she gives free tips and support around managing PCOS without dieting.  You can find The Up-Beet Dietitians podcast on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts. More Resources PCOS Podcast episodes: https://pcosnutritionco.com/nourished-with-pcos-podcast/ Do I Have PCOS? https://open.spotify.com/episode/7AwKnYqQJzjuGvNPwcq8KF?si=GoZwK_GuSVWtQX7yW2fCSQ Do I Have Insulin Resistance? https://open.spotify.com/episode/3gTXDB0plOx7PJUKffi8Ri?si=DnNA9cVUTQGX0rsc84KPBw PCOS Community w/ Membership: https://pcos-nutritionist.mykajabi.com/nourished-with-pcos-collective The Beets Deets Bonus Segment Want even more TUD? Listen to our ad-free premium content for a low monthly cost! Sam Abbott Instagram: pcos.nutritionist Free intuitive eating guide: https://pcosnutritionco.com/workbook/ The Up-Beet Dietitians Website: https://www.theupbeetdietitians.com/  Emily Subscribe https://youtube.com/@dietitianemk Website: https://www.dietitianemk.com Hannah Subscribe https://www.youtube.com/@dietitianhannah Website: https://www.healthwithhannaht.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-up-beet-dietitians/message