{"id":24683,"date":"2021-07-12T20:58:46","date_gmt":"2021-07-12T20:58:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=24683"},"modified":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","modified_gmt":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","slug":"foods-to-avoid-with-pcos","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/foods-to-avoid-with-pcos\/","title":{"rendered":"Foods To Avoid With PCOS: Manage Your PCOS Symptoms Through Your Diet"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/foods-to-avoid-with-pcos\/#Get_your_personalized\" >Get your personalized<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/foods-to-avoid-with-pcos\/#What_Is_PCOS_And_How_Does_It_Affect_Your_Diet\" >What Is PCOS And How Does It Affect Your Diet?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/foods-to-avoid-with-pcos\/#Foods_Women_With_PCOS_Should_Avoid\" >Foods Women With PCOS Should Avoid<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/foods-to-avoid-with-pcos\/#Red_Meat\" >Red Meat<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/foods-to-avoid-with-pcos\/#Processed_Foods\" >Processed Foods\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/foods-to-avoid-with-pcos\/#Soda\" >Soda<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/foods-to-avoid-with-pcos\/#White_Rice\" >White Rice<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/foods-to-avoid-with-pcos\/#Potatoes\" >Potatoes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/foods-to-avoid-with-pcos\/#Sugar\" >Sugar<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/foods-to-avoid-with-pcos\/#Fried_Foods\" >Fried Foods<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/foods-to-avoid-with-pcos\/#Other_Lifestyle_Changes_That_Can_Help_You_Manage_PCOS_Symptoms\" >Other Lifestyle Changes That Can Help You Manage PCOS Symptoms<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/foods-to-avoid-with-pcos\/#Exercise\" >Exercise<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/foods-to-avoid-with-pcos\/#Relieve_Stress\" >Relieve Stress<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/foods-to-avoid-with-pcos\/#Be_In_The_Present\" >Be In The Present<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/foods-to-avoid-with-pcos\/#Get_Outside\" >Get Outside!\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/foods-to-avoid-with-pcos\/#Disconnect_From_Technology\" >Disconnect From Technology<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/foods-to-avoid-with-pcos\/#Make_Time_To_Relax\" >Make Time To Relax<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/foods-to-avoid-with-pcos\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/foods-to-avoid-with-pcos\/#DISCLAIMER\" >DISCLAIMER:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/foods-to-avoid-with-pcos\/#SOURCES\" >SOURCES:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We&#8217;ve all heard the old adage &#8220;You are what you eat.&#8221; And for those women living with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), this is proving to be quite true. By focusing their diets on those foods that help regulate blood sugar and insulin levels, they can reduce symptoms of PCOS such as acne, excessive hair growth, and irregular periods (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/health.clevelandclinic.org\/polycystic-ovary-syndrome-pill-not-remedy\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). The good news is these changes don&#8217;t have to be drastic or time-consuming \u2013 they simply require some basic dietary changes that will have you well on your way to feeling more like yourself in no time! In this article, we look at those foods to avoid with PCOS.<\/span><\/p>\n\n    <section class=\"ad-single-wrapper\">\n        <div class=\"ad-single-text ad-title-wrapper\">\n            <h3 class=\"ad-single-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Get_your_personalized\"><\/span>Get your personalized<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n            <span class=\"ad-single-sub-title color-green\">\n                <svg class=\"icon-sparkle\" width=\"36\" height=\"21\" viewBox=\"0 0 36 21\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n                    <path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\"\n                          d=\"M34.6837 0.515943C34.8247 0.835947 34.9421 1.16291 34.9891 1.48987C35.1417 2.64466 35.3179 6.51949 35.2592 7.29863C35.2592 7.53515 35.1887 7.7995 35.0243 8.01516C34.7307 8.39777 33.9791 8.4256 33.5681 8.07081C33.4154 7.94559 33.3215 7.77863 33.2745 7.61863C33.1453 7.15254 33.0396 6.68645 32.9809 6.22035C32.8165 4.81512 32.6638 3.40293 32.5581 1.9977C32.5229 1.53161 32.6051 1.05856 32.6991 0.592466C32.7695 0.244637 33.251 -0.0197144 33.6973 0.00115537C34.2257 0.0289818 34.5546 0.230723 34.6837 0.515943ZM18.6184 9.78225C18.5734 9.67557 18.5344 9.57528 18.4971 9.47956C18.4178 9.27568 18.3465 9.09257 18.2426 8.91267C16.7159 6.24133 14.2615 3.86217 11.4665 1.60128C11.1377 1.33693 10.7267 1.08649 10.2687 0.919531C10.0221 0.829095 9.52885 0.843009 9.247 0.933445C9.03562 1.00301 8.88295 1.27432 8.92992 1.42736C9.01213 1.71954 9.18828 2.01868 9.4349 2.28303C11.0555 4.02913 12.6879 5.76829 14.3437 7.50048C14.8308 8.0068 15.3395 8.50887 15.8473 9.01L15.8473 9.01001C15.9883 9.14921 16.1293 9.28833 16.2697 9.42746C16.4811 9.64311 16.7159 9.85181 16.9626 10.0466C17.2327 10.2692 17.6437 10.4014 18.0547 10.2553C18.0691 10.2501 18.0836 10.245 18.0981 10.2399C18.1097 10.2358 18.1213 10.2318 18.1329 10.2278C18.3785 10.1424 18.6184 10.0589 18.6184 9.78225ZM1.98942 20.1407C2.17783 20.1221 2.37674 20.105 2.58175 20.0875C2.99012 20.0525 3.42272 20.0154 3.84492 19.9598C6.34632 19.6259 8.84771 19.292 11.3374 18.9442C11.8776 18.8676 12.406 18.7355 12.8875 18.5824C13.5334 18.3807 13.7566 18.0954 13.6509 17.7824C13.5452 17.4694 13.1224 17.2746 12.3826 17.2676C11.8776 17.2607 11.3374 17.2676 10.8559 17.3372C7.69683 17.8102 4.5378 18.2972 1.3905 18.7911C1.03819 18.8468 0.674137 18.9442 0.404034 19.0833C-0.2771 19.4242 -0.065712 19.9598 0.803314 20.092C1.01858 20.1228 1.25262 20.1258 1.51135 20.1291C1.66195 20.131 1.82092 20.133 1.98942 20.1407Z\"\n                          fill=\"#17B991\"\/>\n                <\/svg>\n               meal plan!\n            <\/span>\n        <\/div>\n    \n        <div class=\"ad-single-text ad-desc-wrapper\">\n            <p class=\"ad-single-desc\">What's your main health goal?<\/p>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Foods_To_Avoid_With_PCOS\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\">Lose weight<\/a>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Foods_To_Avoid_With_PCOS\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\">Feel great<\/a>\n        <\/div>\n        <img class=\"ad-single-img\" alt=\"health-food\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"395\" height=\"383\" src=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/themes\/gridlove-child\/assets\/img\/ad\/health-food.webp\">\n    <\/section>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_PCOS_And_How_Does_It_Affect_Your_Diet\"><\/span><b>What Is PCOS And How Does It Affect Your Diet?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/keto-and-pcos\/\">Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)<\/a> is a common condition that causes changes in the ovaries, breasts, skin, and hair. As well as health problems like weight gain and acne (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3108690\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PCOS affects how insulin works (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3108690\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Insulin is a hormone that helps glucose enter cells for energy use. If your insulin does not work properly then your glucose stays in your blood instead of moving into cells for energy use. This means you may feel hungry more often as you are unable to get enough energy from food alone.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you start eating, insulin\u2019s work is to open your cells so glucose can enter and be used as a source of energy for the human body.\u00a0 If your insulin is not working well then it cannot do this properly and you may have higher levels of glucose in your blood even after meals \u2013 high blood <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/a-macro-food-list\/\">glucose<\/a>. This can make you feel tired and hungry more often. This means that some people with PCOS may need to eat more at each meal to try to control their hunger.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eating a high-carb diet can make PCOS symptoms worse. Starchy foods can cause a spike in blood glucose levels which may make you hungrier than usual. Eating too many calories from such foods can also frustrate your weight loss attempts.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/best-foods-for-pcos\/\">Best Foods For PCOS: Eat This To Help Manage Your Condition<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Foods_Women_With_PCOS_Should_Avoid\"><\/span><b><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Foods_To_Avoid_With_PCOS\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-29774 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Frame-3710-1024x576.png\" alt=\"foods to avoid with pcos\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Frame-3710.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Frame-3710-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Frame-3710.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Frame-3710.png 1344w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a>Foods Women With PCOS Should Avoid<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have Polycystic Ovary Syndrome or are looking for ways to manage your weight without sacrificing other factors, consider the following foods that are best avoided:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Red_Meat\"><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Foods_To_Avoid_With_PCOS\"><b>Red Meat<\/b><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is a food that most people steer clear of when trying to manage their weight and\/or reduce their symptoms. However, for women who have PCOS, you should be careful. Red meat is high in saturated fat, which can aggravate certain conditions and lead to further health problems. In short, it should be avoided at all costs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, you don&#8217;t have to go completely vegetarian in order to help your condition \u2013 there are several other types of protein that can provide a healthy alternative.\u00a0 For example, fish is a great option. Fish, such as cod or salmon, is high in Omega-3&#8217;s, which can help keep your cholesterol levels in check and even reduce inflammation in your body.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Processed_Foods\"><\/span><b>Processed Foods<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While it&#8217;s known that <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/foods-with-fructose\/\">processed food<\/a> should be avoided at all costs due to the additives and preservatives that remain after processing, this is especially true for women with PCOS because these foods are often loaded with sugar.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Women who have PCOS should try to avoid added sugar altogether \u2013 not just by skipping candies and chocolates, but also by ruling out regular soft drinks and fruit juices from their diet because of the large amounts of hidden <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/sugar-makes-me-sleepy\/\">sugar<\/a>. Sugary condiments like ketchup and syrups are also to be consumed with moderation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The recommended alternative to processed foods is to stick with fresh food \u2013 like fruits and vegetables. This is especially true for women who have PCOS because these foods are high in fiber, which can help keep you feeling full on a smaller amount of calories.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As an added bonus, these foods are also low in sodium and fat, making them healthier options than some of the junk that&#8217;s found on supermarket shelves today.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Soda\"><\/span><b><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Foods_To_Avoid_With_PCOS\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30500 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Frame-4028-1024x576.png\" alt=\"foods to avoid with pcos\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Frame-4028.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Frame-4028-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Frame-4028.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Frame-4028-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Frame-4028.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a>Soda<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have PCOS, you should also keep an eye on your soda consumption. While it&#8217;s unlikely that drinking a single can of soda is going to make or break the course of your condition, consuming this type of beverage on a regular basis certainly isn&#8217;t going to help matters in any way.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Caffeine can impair insulin reaction and also make you feel hungry \u2013 neither of which are good for women who have been diagnosed with diabetes or women who want to manage their diets and limit calories without feeling constantly unfulfilled.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By avoiding soft drinks altogether, you can save yourself from unwanted cravings later and raise your metabolism slightly. And remember: diet affects how food tastes! So if you&#8217;re used to eating candy with your soda, try a few drops of lemon juice or use a natural sweetener instead.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Looking for a way to <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Foods_To_Avoid_With_PCOS\">break the vicious cycle of weight loss<\/a> and tone up all the jiggly parts? Watch the extra pounds fly off and your muscles firm up with the BetterMe app!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"White_Rice\"><\/span><b>White Rice<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">White rice has been linked to insulin resistance and thus you are better off avoiding it if you want to reduce your symptoms associated with PCOS. Brown rice is a better option as it takes longer for the body to convert it into sugars and thus does not cause high spikes in blood sugar levels. Brown rice also contains fiber which helps to keep the intestines healthy and regular (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3996977\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Potatoes\"><\/span><b><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Foods_To_Avoid_With_PCOS\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32606 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/2-1-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"foods to avoid with pcos\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/2-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/2-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/2-1.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/2-1-1636x920.jpg 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/2-1.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a>Potatoes<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As with white rice, potatoes should also be consumed with moderation because they cause an excessive spike in blood glucose levels. <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/3-day-sweet-potato-diet\/\">Sweet potatoes<\/a> on the other hand have a higher fiber content which makes them a better option as they have lesser carbohydrate content than white or red potatoes and promote the steady release of sugars into the bloodstream rather than large releases that cause spikes in blood sugar levels (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.swft.nhs.uk\/application\/files\/8015\/6586\/5352\/Dietary_Advice_for_Polycystic_Ovary_Syndrome_A4_2019.pdf\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sugar\"><\/span><b>Sugar<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/fructose-vs-sucrose\/\">Fructose<\/a> is a type of sugar that can be found in foods such as fruits, honey, and vegetables. When it comes to PCOS, foods with high amounts of fructose should be avoided because they usually raise insulin levels hence increasing the amount of testosterone estrogen ratio is also lowered (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.swft.nhs.uk\/application\/files\/8015\/6586\/5352\/Dietary_Advice_for_Polycystic_Ovary_Syndrome_A4_2019.pdf\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eating too much sugar will only increase the risk of developing diabetes which is a common problem among women who have polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3108690\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). This high level of sugar causes the body to store fats around the waist making it harder for women to lose weight.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/lose-weight-with-pcos\/\">How To Lose Weight With PCOS: 5 Easy Dietary Tweaks<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fried_Foods\"><\/span><b><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Foods_To_Avoid_With_PCOS\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-27831 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/9-1024x576.png\" alt=\"foods to avoid with pcos\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/9.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/9-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/9.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/9.png 1383w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a>Fried Foods<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;ve ever looked at the back of a fast-food bag to see how many calories are in that burger \u2013 and then immediately thrown it away in disgust \u2013 because you know that is not what you should be eating \u2026 well, now you know why!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With so many different fried fast foods available on every street corner these days, it&#8217;s easier than ever for women with PCOS to overindulge on greasy and fatty morsels. But the more often you do this, the harder it will become to limit portion sizes and avoid getting too full at mealtime.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">More importantly, hydrogenated oils (trans fats) in fried foods are high in pro-inflammatory Omega 6 fatty acids. When you eat these types of food it could create a massive inflammatory response that will slow down your metabolism, increase body fat and interfere with weight loss (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3247279\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nitric oxide is produced by the immune system during inflammation. And nitric oxide interferes with blood sugar control and insulin function to make you more likely to develop diabetes and\/or PCOS (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3247279\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Free Radicals are also released during inflammation, which can damage your cells. \u00a0 Inflammation can even increase oil production in your sebaceous glands, further disrupting hormonal balance and making you prone to acne breakouts (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3247279\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These same Omega 6 fats also cause oxidative stress on your skin cells creating free radical damage that can lead to premature aging of the skin as well as hyperpigmentation and sunspots (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3247279\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition to being packed with fat, fried foods are also notoriously high in sodium \u2013 and this is not good for anyone, but especially for women with PCOS. By avoiding these foods, you can help keep your blood pressure down and prevent additional complications due to hypertension.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Foods that are good for people with PCOS\u00a0 include (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.swft.nhs.uk\/application\/files\/8015\/6586\/5352\/Dietary_Advice_for_Polycystic_Ovary_Syndrome_A4_2019.pdf\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Foods high in fiber such as oatmeal, raspberries, black beans, chickpeas, blueberries, green beans, carrots, and strawberries.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Foods rich in minerals such as sweet potato, spinach, broccoli, pumpkin seeds, and peanuts.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Foods high in <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vitamins-for-memory-loss\/\">vitamin D<\/a> such as salmon and tuna.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Foods rich in vitamin E such as sunflower oil and almonds provide antioxidant benefits.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Foods rich in vitamin B provide antioxidant benefits and reduce the risk of diabetes: kefir, yogurt, edamame, lentils, broccoli, salmon are good for PCOS.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Foods high in protein such as tofu, eggs and shrimp can be a good source of protein.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Foods rich in calcium such as cheese and yogurt.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids such as tuna, salmon and edamame are good for healthy eating and can be a good source of protein.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Foods high in vitamin B6 such as bananas and sweet potatoes help with balancing hormone levels by influencing the production of serotonin and dopamine, which have been linked to mood disorders associated with polycystic ovary syndrome.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It has been shown that not all meat is bad. Lean meat can be part of a balanced diet during pregnancy if it is low in saturated fats.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chicken breast without skin can be consumed once or twice per week. If you do eat chicken, make sure it is skinless and remove the skin from the chicken before cooking.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Foods with low glycemic index such as quinoa, barley, or lentils can be a good source of energy for you to stay active.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Low-carb foods are considered helpful if you have PCOS because they reduce insulin levels in your body by inhibiting glucagon release. Quinoa, whole-wheat pasta, or brown rice are all good substitutes for simple carbohydrates such as white flour or sugar that are typically found in bread, cereal, and noodles.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Foods rich in monounsaturated fats such as salmon, beans, and avocados help lower cholesterol levels and are healthy fats that do not cause weight gain.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>If you tend to let yourself off the hook, raise the white flag when things get tougher than you expected, send yourself on an unconscious binge-eating trip \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Foods_To_Avoid_With_PCOS\">BetterMe app is here to help you<\/a> leave all of these sabotaging habits in the past!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Other_Lifestyle_Changes_That_Can_Help_You_Manage_PCOS_Symptoms\"><\/span><b><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Foods_To_Avoid_With_PCOS\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-28445 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/5-2-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"physical activity\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/5-2.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/5-2-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/5-2.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/5-2-1636x920.jpg 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/5-2.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a>Other Lifestyle Changes That Can Help You Manage PCOS Symptoms<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Exercise\"><\/span><b>Exercise<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Combining PCOS with physical activity can help improve your symptoms. Studies have shown that a combination of a low glycemic diet and exercise can reduce insulin resistance by 50% in 2 weeks without any drug intervention (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC2980961\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0 One study published in <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Current Obesity Reports <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">revealed that a weight loss of as little as 5-10% can reduce insulin resistance in overweight women (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5497590\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The benefits of exercise for women with PCOS include (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3289164\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Weight loss\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Improved insulin sensitivity\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reduced depression and anxiety <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reduced risk of developing diabetes\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Increased energy levels<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A study showed that aerobic exercise alone can improve your weight management while improving PCOS symptoms. According to the NIH, &#8220;exercise reduces an insulin-resistant woman&#8217;s risk of gestational diabetes by about 50 percent (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3115385\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).&#8221;\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Recommended exercises for managing PCOS include:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Brisk walking or jogging on a regular basis.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Swimming or cycling for energy expenditure without damaging the joints.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yoga to help with weight management, relaxation, stress relief and the ability to focus. Check out this article for more information on physical activity:\u00a0 Physical Activity and PCOS.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Relieve_Stress\"><\/span><b><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Foods_To_Avoid_With_PCOS\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-33401 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4898-1024x576.png\" alt=\"foods to avoid with pcos\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4898.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4898-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4898.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4898-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4898.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a>Relieve Stress<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stress is pervasive. We all feel it at some point in our lives, and for women with PCOS, this feeling can be heightened due to the additional factors of hormonal imbalances and physical changes that take place within your body as a result of having PCOS.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Having PCOS causes the body to produce higher levels of male hormones called androgens or testosterone. Androgens are responsible for stimulating the production of sebum (skin oil produced by glands in hair follicles) which clogs pores and triggers acne outbreaks among other things \u2013 such as hair growth on your face (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.apa.org\/topics\/stress\/body\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stress increases the production of these same hormones, creating an almost endless cycle \u2013 making you more susceptible to acne from stress alone\u2026even without being affected by any external factors.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But this is not all that stress does to you\u2026<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stress can also cause many other negative reactions in your body, such as increasing blood pressure and causing a spike in the levels of cortisol within your body (a hormone that causes inflammation) (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.apa.org\/topics\/stress\/body\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some effects of cortisol on the body include: decreasing carbohydrate metabolism, worsening insulin resistance, and increasing weight retention \u2013 all things that are harmful to your overall health when you&#8217;re dealing with PCOS (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.apa.org\/topics\/stress\/body\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are some suggestions for relieving stress for women with PCOS.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Be_In_The_Present\"><\/span><b><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Foods_To_Avoid_With_PCOS\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-33408 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4883-1024x576.png\" alt=\"training plan for beginners\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4883.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4883-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4883.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4883-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4883.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a>Be In The Present<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Focus on what is going on NOW \u2013 do not let worries take over your mind! This is especially important when getting ready for a big event, such as a wedding or other type of special occasion that may make you anxious and nervous if you&#8217;re trying to fit your &#8216;ideal&#8217; look into a very limited timeframe.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Find peace and contentment with who you are now \u2013 do not let others begin placing pressure on you by assuming that your appearance should be altered in every way possible within the next month (or any string of time for that matter)\u2026give yourself MORE time than what others may think is necessary!<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Get_Outside\"><\/span><b>Get Outside!\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Focus on the beauty of nature. Nature is everywhere \u2013 it&#8217;s free and always beautiful to look at\u2026get into the habit of noticing it, no matter where you are \u2013 whether in your own backyard or when driving past trees along the highway.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Disconnect_From_Technology\"><\/span><b>Disconnect From Technology<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can&#8217;t run from everything bad \u2013 so don&#8217;t try! Even if just for a short time, disconnecting from technology (even your cell phone!) and social media will give you more time to think about what really matters \u2013 such as how great life is regardless of who has had an issue with their appearance in some way online recently\u2026or how lucky we are that our bodies have grown healthy children without too much trouble during pregnancy.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Make_Time_To_Relax\"><\/span><b>Make Time To Relax<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We are constantly on the go, trying to cram all the things we need or want to do into our day. This is not healthy for us physically and mentally! Make a conscious effort to slow down \u2013 take a bath every night before bed instead of waiting until the weekend (especially after having stressful events occur at work during the week).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Go outside for a walk around your neighborhood just as dusk approaches so that you can get some fresh air and enjoy this beautiful time of day\u2026don&#8217;t forget to breathe deeply! Take some time out each day where you can relax completely and just be by yourself \u2013 you deserve it!<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><b>The Bottom Line<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While many women have an idea about what to eat in order to help manage their condition, they may not be aware of everything that those with PCOS can and should avoid.\u00a0 There are some foods that you can add to your diet \u2013 such as walnuts \u2013 while there are others you should try to eat in moderation \u2013 red meat, for example. Avoiding these foods helps to manage the symptoms of PCOS better and improves one&#8217;s overall quality of life.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"DISCLAIMER\"><\/span><b><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Gif_pink-1.gif\" \/>DISCLAIMER:<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This article is intended for general informational purposes only and does not address individual circumstances. It is not a substitute for professional advice or help and should not be relied on to make decisions of any kind. Any action you take upon the information presented in this article is strictly at your own risk and responsibility!<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SOURCES\"><\/span><b>SOURCES:<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3115385\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AEROBIC EXERCISE IN WOMEN WITH POLYCYSTIC OVARY SYNDROME IMPROVES OVARIAN MORPHOLOGY INDEPENDENT OF CHANGES IN BODY COMPOSITION <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(2011, nih.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC2980961\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A low-glycemic index diet combined with exercise reduces insulin resistance, postprandial hyperinsulinemia, and glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide responses in obese, prediabetic humans<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2010, nih.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/health.clevelandclinic.org\/polycystic-ovary-syndrome-pill-not-remedy\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Controlling Your Blood Sugar Can Improve Your PCOS and Hormone Imbalance<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2020, clevelandclinic.org)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.swft.nhs.uk\/application\/files\/8015\/6586\/5352\/Dietary_Advice_for_Polycystic_Ovary_Syndrome_A4_2019.pdf\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dietary Advice for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0(2019, nhs.uk)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3996977\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Effect of Brown Rice, White Rice, and Brown Rice with Legumes on Blood Glucose and Insulin Responses in Overweight Asian Indians: A Randomized Controlled Tria<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3996977\/\">l<\/a> (2014, nih.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3108690\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Polycystic ovary syndrome and its impact on women\u2019s quality of life: More than just and endocrine disorder<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2009, nih.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.apa.org\/topics\/stress\/body\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stress effects on the body<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2019, apa.org)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3289164\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Effect of Exercise in PCOS Women Who Exercise Regularly<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2010, nih.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3247279\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Trans Fatty Acids Induce Vascular Inflammation and Reduce Vascular Nitric Oxide Production in Endothelial Cells<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2011, nih.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5497590\/\">Weight Loss and Improvement in Comorbidity: Differences at 5%, 10%, 15%, and Over <\/a>(2018, nih.gov)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We&#8217;ve all heard the old adage &#8220;You are what you eat.&#8221; And for those women living with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), this is proving to be quite true. 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By focusing their diets on those foods that help regulate blood sugar and insulin levels, they can reduce symptoms of PCOS such as acne, excessive hair growth, and irregular periods (<\/span><a href=\\\"https:\/\/health.clevelandclinic.org\/polycystic-ovary-syndrome-pill-not-remedy\/\\\"><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">). The good news is these changes don't have to be drastic or time-consuming \u2013 they simply require some basic dietary changes that will have you well on your way to feeling more like yourself in no time! 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