PCOS is one of the most common hormonal conditions affecting women, yet it often goes undiagnosed or misunderstood. So, what does the evidence really say, and how can dietitians best support clients living with PCOS?
In this episode of the Dietitian Connection Podcast, Dr Stephanie Pirotta – dietitian, researcher and founder of Womanly Nutrition and Dietetics – unpacks the latest research and shares practical strategies you can apply in clinic.
Hosted by Brooke Delfino
Biography
Dr Stephanie Pirotta is an APD and adjunct research fellow at Monash University, Melbourne, Australia. Her work focuses on women’s health lifestyle management, with particular interest in PCOS, infertility and chronic pelvic pain. Alongside her research, Steph works clinically as the founder and lead dietitian at Womanly Nutrition and Dietetics where she translates the latest nutrition research into clinical practice for people with PCOS, chronic pelvic pain, infertility, pregnancy and postpartum, perimenopause and eating disorders.
In this episode, we discuss:
- The challenges of diagnosing PCOS
- Myths and misconceptions to address with clients
- PCOS, fertility and reproductive outcomes
- Dietary and lifestyle strategies that make a difference
- The role of weight-inclusive care
Additional resources
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Connect with Stephanie at Womanly Nutrition and Dietetics or on Instagram @womanly_nd
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Click here to catch up on our 2025 Women’s Health Symposium ‘From PCOS to peri – Women’s health across the life stages’
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Click here to learn more about how to support Jean Hailes Women’s Health Week (1-5 Sept, 2025)
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Click here to learn about Nutrition Therapy for Pregnancy by the Early Life Nutrition Alliance.
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