PCOS Nutritionist Blog

If you have PCOS and feel like you’re constantly thinking about food, especially sugar or carbs, you’re not the only one who's struggling. This is one of the most common questions I hear from women who feel they’re doing “all the right things” but still feel overwhelmed by cravings, energy dips, and appetite swings. This can feel confusing and frustrating, particularly if you’ve been told to just “eat less sugar” or “be more disciplined”. But for many women with PCOS, craving

Many women are told that PCOS only affects them in their teens and twenties. These are the years when irregular cycles, acne, sugar cravings, and stubborn weight tend to feel the most intense. But as I remind my clients all the time, PCOS doesn’t suddenly disappear once you reach your late thirties or forties. It continues to influence your hormones, metabolic health, and overall wellbeing throughout your reproductive years, including the transition into perimenopause. If yo

Eating the Right Amount for PCOS – Key Points Portion sizes vary by activity, weight, and cycle phase. Focus on balanced meals: protein, fibre, healthy fats. Watch hunger, energy, and blood sugar cues. Avoid restrictive dieting; aim for sustainable portions. Track meals and symptoms to personalise nutrition. Welcome to Ask Lisa, a monthly Q&A series where I answer real questions from women navigating PCOS in everyday life. These are the kinds of questions that come up in cons