Food that decrease insulin resistance
Dietary patterns and specific components found in food can improve insulin resistance. For example, limiting added sugars, choosing healthier types of carbs and eating balanced meals with adequate amounts of micronutrients can help improve insulin resistance. In addition, certain components of food, including fiber, antioxidants and resistant starch improve insulin sensitivity. Food that reduce insulin […]
Food that reduce the androgens in PCOS
Elevated levels of androgens (male hormones) play major role in PCOS. It causes unwanted hair growth, acne, irregular periods and difficulty getting pregnant. Anti-androgen foods can reduce excess testosterone levels in the body. Food that lower the androgens are Spearmint tea, flax seeds, canola, fatty fish [salmon], nuts, walnuts, almonds, soya milk, soya bean, tempeh […]
Polyphenols for PCOS
Polyphenols are natural compounds found in plant foods that work as a defense system against various diseases. They can act as antioxidants and neutralize the free radicals that increase risk for certain diseases. Tea, dark chocolate, and berries, artichokes, asparagus, broccoli, carrots, onions, flaxseeds, almonds, hazelnuts, pecans, walnuts, black beans, tofu, soy milk, white beans, […]
Is high intensity exercise bad for PCOS
For some people, intense exercise can improve insulin sensitivity. But for others it may worsen symptoms. But there is no scientific evidence that intense exercise causes this reaction in everyone with PCOS. Do not fear to change up your exercise routine to include higher intensity workouts. Prioritize sleep and recovery time. Focus on good nutrition […]
Limit your alcohol in PCOS
Alcohol consumption, especially in excess, can reduce insulin sensitivity. Studies have found that heavy alcohol consumption is associated with menstrual irregularities. These irregularities include anovulation (where the ovary does not release a ripened egg) and early menopause. Alcohol intake is indeed associated with increased estrogen levels. PCOS already causes imbalanced estrogen to progesterone ratio. So […]
