PCOS Diet & Symptom Tracker - Labs, symptoms, cycle & diet

A private, on-device PCOS record: blood labs with reference ranges, a 30-second daily log for symptoms, meals and medications, irregular-cycle-friendly tracking, and a doctor-visit PDF. Free on iPhone.

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What PCOS Diet & Symptom Tracker does

• Lab record with 20 markers - testosterone, SHBG, DHEA-S, fasting insulin, HOMA-IR, HbA1c, lipids, AMH, thyroid and more, each against reference bands
• HOMA-IR computed automatically from fasting insulin and glucose, with trend charts across every draw
• The 30-second daily log - symptoms, meals, medications, supplements and bleeding in one check-in
• Irregular-cycle-friendly tracking that records reality instead of forcing a 28-day template
• Insights that pair your data - symptoms next to meals, labs next to habits
• Doctor-visit PDF - cycles, symptoms, medications and lab trends on one page, plus an appointment checklist
• Retest, daily check-in, and supplement reminders - local notifications, entirely optional
• Apple Health import, read-only - only the categories you allow, and it never writes back
• Private by design - on-device record, no account, no ads, no data sales; optional encrypted iCloud sync, off by default
• Nobody priced out - a hardship unlock is an email away, no questions asked

Guides

• What Is HOMA-IR? The Insulin Resistance Number, Explained - HOMA-IR = fasting insulin (uIU/mL) x fasting glucose (mg/dL) / 405. Below 1.9 is usually insulin sensitive; 2.5 and above commonly flags resistance.
• PCOS Blood Tests: The Labs Worth Asking About - PCOS labs usually include total and free testosterone, SHBG, DHEA-S, fasting insulin and glucose, HbA1c, lipids, AMH, TSH and prolactin. Ranges explained.
• PCOS Diet: What the Evidence Actually Supports - No single diet is proven best for PCOS. Evidence supports lower-glycemic carbs, protein at each meal, 25 to 30 g fiber daily and regular meals aimed at insulin.
• PCOS Symptoms: The Full List and Why Tracking Changes Care - PCOS affects 8 to 13 percent of women of reproductive age. The full symptom list by group, the Rotterdam criteria behind diagnosis, and what to track.
• Irregular Periods and PCOS: What Counts, What to Track - In adults, cycles under 21 or over 35 days, or fewer than 8 periods a year, count as irregular. How PCOS causes it, what else to rule out, what to track.
• AMH and PCOS: Why the Number Runs High - AMH is typically two to three times higher in PCOS due to the raised small-follicle count. What the assay measures, ranges by age, and its limits.
• The 4 Types of PCOS: Useful Lens or Internet Myth? - The 4 types of PCOS are not a medical classification. Medicine uses four Rotterdam phenotypes, A to D. What each popular label points at, and what to test.
• Insulin Resistance and PCOS: Signs, Testing, and What Helps - Insulin resistance affects most people with PCOS, lean or not. The signs, the tests that catch it early including HOMA-IR, and the levers with real evidence.
• How to Prepare for a PCOS Appointment (So It Actually Helps) - Bring 6 to 12 months of cycle dates, a symptom summary, every prior lab, your full medication list and three written questions. The full prep checklist.

All PCOS Diet & Symptom Tracker guides

Frequently asked questions

What is PCOS?

Polycystic ovary syndrome is a common hormonal condition, affecting roughly 1 in 10 women of reproductive age. It is usually diagnosed from a combination of irregular cycles, elevated androgens, and ovarian findings on ultrasound - and it is manageable, especially with good data.

Which blood tests should I ask for with PCOS?

Commonly ordered panels include total and free testosterone, SHBG, DHEA-S, fasting insulin and glucose (for HOMA-IR), HbA1c, a lipid panel, AMH, thyroid, and prolactin. Your clinician decides what fits your case - bringing a tracked history makes that conversation better.

What is HOMA-IR?

A simple estimate of insulin resistance computed from fasting insulin and fasting glucose. Insulin resistance affects a majority of people with PCOS, and HOMA-IR is one of the cheapest ways to see it early and watch it change.

What diet helps with PCOS?

The best-supported pattern is steady: lower-glycemic carbohydrates, enough protein, fiber, and regular meals - aimed at insulin, not at a number on the scale. No single named diet is proven best for everyone, which is why tracking your own response matters.

Are irregular periods always PCOS?

No. Thyroid conditions, high prolactin, stress, and other causes can disrupt cycles too, which is why diagnosis includes blood work. Fewer than 8-9 cycles a year, or cycles routinely longer than 35 days, are worth discussing with a clinician.

Why is AMH often high with PCOS?

AMH reflects the number of small developing follicles, and PCOS ovaries typically carry many of them. A high AMH is common in PCOS and is not by itself a diagnosis - context and other labs matter.

What are the so-called 4 types of PCOS?

Insulin-resistant, inflammatory, adrenal, and post-pill PCOS - a popular framework from functional-health circles, not an official medical classification. It can still be a useful lens for questions to bring to your doctor.

How should I prepare for a PCOS appointment?

Bring data: your last cycles, symptom patterns, medications and supplements, and any lab history - plus a short list of questions. Appointments are short; a one-page summary changes what you get out of them.

Does PCOS Diet & Symptom Tracker give medical advice?

No. It is a tracking and organization tool - your labs with reference ranges, symptoms, cycle, meals, and medications in one record, with a doctor-visit PDF. It is not a medical device and never replaces your clinician.

Where does my health data live?

On your device. No account, no ads, and no data sales - ever. Optional encrypted iCloud sync through your own Apple ID is off by default. Apple Health import is read-only and only for the data you allow. The app is free on the App Store for iPhone.