Foods to help manage polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)
If you suffer from polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), the key is to stick to a low GI diet and eat smaller and healthier meals frequently to keep your blood sugar and insulin levels under control.
What to eat
- Eat plenty of wholegrain bread, rice, pasta, noodles and cereal
- Include lean fish and poultry, such as skinless chicken
- If you’re vegetarian, include whole soy foods to your diet
- Eat organic and pasture-fed meat
- Stick to unprocessed food
- Drink plenty of water
- Eat nuts and nut butters
- Include reduced-fat or non-fat dairy (milk, yogurt, cheese)
- Include healthy fats and supplements to your diet
What to stay away from:
- Saturated fats
- Foods high in salt
- Foods containing added sugars
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