36 The Weight Loss Advice No Doctor Will Give You: How to Overcome PCOS and Get Pregnant

Hi Friend,

 

Have you been told to lose weight before starting fertility treatments but left with no real guidance?

You’re not alone. For many women with PCOS, the advice to “just lose weight” feels like an impossible task—and one that comes with little support. In this episode, Dr. Marilyn Galindo reveals the untold truths about weight loss, insulin resistance, and fertility.

 

Together, we’ll explore actionable strategies that actually work, debunk common myths, and empower you to take control of your fertility journey. If you’ve ever felt stuck or overwhelmed by vague advice, this episode is for you.

 

📋 Topics Discussed:

 

•Why obesity is more than a personal failure—it’s a complex disease.

•The connection between insulin resistance and fertility struggles in women with PCOS.

•How weight loss can improve ovulation and hormonal balance.

•Practical tips for managing PCOS through lifestyle changes, medications, and emotional support.

•Common misconceptions about weight loss and fertility treatments—and how to advocate for yourself in healthcare settings.

 

📚 Resources Mentioned:

 

•Link to Dr. Marilyn Galindo’s website or resources:

https://www.leonspringsobesitymed.com/

 

https://www.abom.org/

 

•Recommended book/resource: 

It Starts with Egg. 

 

👤 Guest Information:

 

Dr. Marilyn Galindo is a board-certified physician specializing in internal medicine and obesity medicine. She is the founder of Leon Springs Obesity Medicine in San Antonio, TX, where she provides compassionate, personalized care to help patients achieve healthier weights and overcome challenges with obesity.

 

Connect with Dr. Galindo:

Tiktok :  @marilyngalindomd 

 

Connect with Arianna on tikTok: @fertility.wellnesswari 

Follow me on IG: @FertilitynWholeness_w_Arianna

OR email us: arianna@fruitfulnwhole.com

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