A PCOS-friendly diet: Dietitian recommends the ingredients that are important

A PCOS-friendly diet: Dietitian recommends the ingredients that are important

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Published on May 15, 2024 06:03 PM IST

  • From Magnesium to Vitamin D, here is a list of ingredients that are important to manage PCOS.

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PCOS is the condition where cyst formation happens in the ovaries because of the abnormal amount of Androgen produced by the ovaries. Menstrual irregularity, acne formation, obesity and mood swings are some of the common symptoms of PCOS. With the right kind of diet, PCOS can be managed effectively. Dietitian Tallene Hacatoryan shared the important ingredients that should be a part of a PCVOS-friendly diet.(Photo by Food Photographer | Jennifer Pallian on Unsplash)

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Fibers help in regulating blood sugar levels and managing insulin resistance – a concern in PCOS. Plenty of fruits, vegetables and whole grains should be added. (Unsplash)
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Fibers help in regulating blood sugar levels and managing insulin resistance – a concern in PCOS. Plenty of fruits, vegetables and whole grains should be added. (Unsplash)

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Healthy fats such as avocado, nuts, seeds and fatty fishes can help in regulating hormonal fluctuations. They also help in reducing inflammation in the body. (Unsplash)
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Healthy fats such as avocado, nuts, seeds and fatty fishes can help in regulating hormonal fluctuations. They also help in reducing inflammation in the body. (Unsplash)

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To each meal, at least 30grams of protein is mandatory to be added. Protein helps in kicking sugar cravings and keeping the blood sugar levels in check. (Unsplash)
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To each meal, at least 30grams of protein is mandatory to be added. Protein helps in kicking sugar cravings and keeping the blood sugar levels in check. (Unsplash)

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Insulin resistance is normal in PCOS. This further leads to magnesium deficiency. Hence, foods loaded with magnesium such as leafy greens, nuts, seeds, whole grains and legumes should be consumed. (Unsplash)
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Insulin resistance is normal in PCOS. This further leads to magnesium deficiency. Hence, foods loaded with magnesium such as leafy greens, nuts, seeds, whole grains and legumes should be consumed. (Unsplash)

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Vitamin D is extremely significant for hormone regulation and insulin sensitivity. Getting adequate sunlight and consuming fatty fish and egg yolks are recommended. (Unsplash)
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Vitamin D is extremely significant for hormone regulation and insulin sensitivity. Getting adequate sunlight and consuming fatty fish and egg yolks are recommended. (Unsplash)

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