As a registered dietitian nutritionist at the PCOS Nutrition Center, I have heard it all when it comes to foods to avoid for PCOS. You have probably heard your fair share of them as well on social media. This saddens me. One of the main reasons I became an RDN is because I saw the good in food. Food has the power to keep us healthy. Food can help heal PCOS. Food is meant to be enjoyed, not feared. Here’s how food can help PCOS.
Tired of drinking plain old water? Here’s our picks for the best beverages to drink if you have PCOS.
Yes, you read the title correctly: women with PCOS need to eat carbohydrates. Usually vilified for contributing to weight gain and spiking insulin levels, carbohydrates are not always viewed as a PCOS friendly food. But certain carbohydrates need to be included into the diets of women with PCOS for optimal health. Here’s 4 main reasons why.
September is PCOS Awareness Month. Here are 30 interesting facts about this overlooked and under recognized condition that affect at least 10% of women in the United States.
Do you still get acne breakouts and it’s been a decade or two since your teenage years? You’re not alone! Learn about natural and effective treatments to get rid of acne for good!
Zinc isn’t typically on the radar for most women with PCOS but it should be! Studies are showing that women with PCOS have low levels of zinc. The good news is that having adequate levels of zinc can improve many of the frustrating symptoms women with PCOS experience every day like acne, hair loss, and excessive hair growth. Here’s what women with PCOS should know.
