Ep. 3 - From Pill to Power: How I Healed PCOS, Acne & Reclaimed My Cycle
“When you ask your doctor questions you are often dismissed, it is a very uncomfortable position to be in as a young women”
— Emma Marigold
About the episode…
Episode 3.
In this episode, host Em Marigold shares her personal journey through acne, long-term pill use, losing her cycle, and a PCOS diagnosis and how she healed naturally using nutrition, Ayurveda, herbal medicine and lifestyle changes.
She explains the pills role in turning off ovulation, the insulin testosterone connection in PCOS, and practical steps she used to rebalance hormones, restore fertility and rebuild resilience. A hopeful, informative episode for anyone struggling with irregular cycles, acne or fertility concerns.
Sending Love & Healing
Em Marigold
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In This Episode We Talk About:
Understanding PCOS and Acne
The Impact of the Pill
A Journey to India
Healing with Ayurveda
The First Real Period at age 22
Learning About Nutrition
The Struggles of Veganism
Unexpected Pregnancy
Seeking Herbalist Support
A New Path as a Herbalist
Healing from Trauma
The Importance of a Cycle
Breaking Down PCOS Myths
Embracing Healing and Community
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Hi, I’m Em,
a Medical Herbalist (BSc MNIMH), Ayurvedic, and Functional Medicine Practitioner. Most importantly, I’m a woman who has been exactly where you are.
My path to ARTÀ Healing didn't start in a classroom; it started with years of PCOS, chronic fatigue, and unexplained blackouts. I spent far too long in the "guessing game," moving from doctor to doctor and layering on supplements and medications that only masked the real issues, rather than getting to the root.
That experience fuelled my commitment and dedication to supporting women just like YOU in finding lasting, empowering, and real solutions.
I created ARTÀ to do just that.
Over 6-months, you are deeply held and supported through a complete healing process, with personalised medicine, education, ongoing assessment, and practitioner guidance at every stage.
This is slow, intentional medicine — designed to last.
