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Aug 19
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Pretty Little Liars’ Sasha Pieterse Shea...

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In this episode of SHE MD, hosts Mary Alice Haney and Dr. Thaïs Aliabadi welcome actress Sasha Pieterse Sheaffer to discuss her journey with PCOS. Sasha Pieterse Sheaffer, known for her role in Pretty Little Liars, reveals what was going on behind the scenes, sharing her struggles with PCOS, including rapid weight gain and irregular periods. Dr. Aliabadi provides expert insights on PCOS diagnosis, treatment options, and the connection between PCOS and other health issues. The discussion highlights the need for better education among healthcare providers and the impact of PCOS on mental health and self-image. Sasha also shares her journey to pregnancy and how she's using her platform to raise awareness about PCOS.


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Sasha Pieterse Sheaffer’s 5 Key Takeaways:

  1. Advocate for yourself: Trust your body and persist in seeking answers. Pretty Little Liars Star, Sasha, saw 17 gynecologists before getting a proper diagnosis.
  2. Look beyond weight: PCOS symptoms include irregular periods, acne, and hair changes
  3. Consider diet adjustments: High protein, lower carb diets may help manage symptoms
  4. Explore treatment options: Metformin and supplements can regulate hormones
  5. Don't ignore painful periods: They may signal underlying conditions like endometriosis


In This Episode: 

00:00 Introduction

04:18 Gaining 70 pounds at age 17

09:44 Sasha’s pregnancy journey

18:58 Weight loss journey and mental health

26:55 Dealing with public scrutiny and body image

30:08 Meeting her husband and developing strong friendships

34:40 Advocating for yourself with PCOS

41:03 Which UID to use when you have PCOS

43:42 How Aasha persevered through her hardest days


RESOURCES:

Sasha Pieterse Sheaffer’s Instagram

Sasha Pieterse Sheaffer’s Tiktok

Sasha Pieterse Sheaffer’s Youtube

WITN Podcast


GUEST BIOGRAPHY:

Sasha Pieterse Sheaffer is an actress, author, Co founder and CEO of Hippie Water, host of Women in the Nude podcast, and proud mom—on a mission to spark real conversations about identity, wellness & womanhood.

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