The 2nd most important supplement for women with PCOS or any woman trying to conceive.

A well-formulated prenatal is the most critical supplement for women trying to conceive. Ideally, you’ll have taken one for a few months before getting pregnant so you have healthy, stable levels of B12 and folate among other things.

Your prenatal should have methylcobalamin (B12) and methylfolate instead of Folic Acid. (I’ll write more about that in another post.) The vitamins and minerals in your prenatal will help ensure that you have a healthy pregnancy.

So what’s the second most important thing you should take?

The answer is N-acetylcysteine or NAC.

NAC is an amino acid and powerful antioxidant that can have huge benefits for women with PCOS, including improved fertility.

· It’s been shown to reduce insulin resistance and lower testosterone in women with PCOS.

· It can improve egg quality and increase embryo health.

· It has been shown to regulate menstruation and induce ovulation.

· Women taking both Clomid and Letrozole along with NAC have higher pregnancy rates.

· It improves sperm quality and increases pregnancy rates in couples undergoing IUI

· It can help thin cervical mucus and support the movement of sperm.

· It lowers inflammation and reduces oxidative stress.

· It has even been shown to improve mood and decrease depression.

So how much should you take?

Most studies generally used between 600 mg and 1.2 grams per day.

I personally take 600 mg daily.

Overall, NAC is safe, accessible and inexpensive and is the second most important supplement for women with PCOS.

As always, consult your health care provider before adding new supplements to any prescription medications you may be taking. Those with asthma or bleeding problems like hemophelia should take extra precautions and talk to your doctor or pharmacist.

But NAC isn’t the only piece of the PCOS or fertility puzzle. There are plenty of other ways to support you and your partner.

To learn more about what you can do to manage PCOS, boost your fertility and get your family started by considering your whole person, schedule an appointment with me today by calling or texting Float Euphoria in Kennewick at 509-940-1888