PCOS Nutritionist Blog

If you have PCOS and feel like your evenings completely unravel after a “good” day of eating, you're in the right place. Many women with PCOS tell me: “I’m fine during the day but evenings are my downfall.” “I crave sugar constantly after dinner.” “I feel out of control around food at night.” “I start every Monday motivated, then end up snacking by the evening.” It can feel frustrating and confusing, especially when you are trying hard to eat well. But evening cravings with P

If you feel constantly tired, rely on caffeine to get through the day, or find yourself craving sugar by mid-afternoon, you’re in the right place. Many women with PCOS symptoms feel like their energy is unpredictable, and frustratingly low, despite trying to eat well and “do the right things”. This isn’t just about being busy or stressed. In PCOS, fatigue is often linked to how your body produces and uses energy, and that process relies heavily on having the right nutrients a

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