Introduction: Polycystic ovary syndrome is one of the most common endocrine disorders of the reproductive system in women. However, diagnosis is often difficult and delayed. It affects approximately 8% to 13% of women of reproductive age. Symptoms may vary depending on age, and treatment is often tailored to the specific needs of the individual. Purpose: The purpose of this thesis is to present the impact of a healthy lifestyle on increased body weight and insulin resistance in women with polycystic ovary syndrome, based on a review of existing literature. Methods: The thesis is based on a descriptive method of reviewing professional and scientific literature in both Slovenian and English. The literature search was conducted in the CINAHL, ScienceDirect and Scopus databases, the PubMed browser and the Google Scholar search engine. Results: We included 13 articles in a more detailed analysis. The results showed a positive effect of physical activity and a healthy diet on women with polycystic ovary syndrome. Most articles emphasized the positive effect of high-intensity interval training and the Mediterranean diet. Discussion and conclusion: Polycystic ovary syndrome causes many problems with self-image, which are caused by increased body weight and insulin resistance. The reviewed articles investigated which activities and what kind of diet can improve this. Many women begin treatment with pharmacological methods, but they do not consider non-pharmacological factors that can have a very positive effect on all the problems they face. It is important to educate all women about the importance of physical activity and diet and to emphasize its importance from the moment of diagnosis onwards.
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