PCOS, Hormone Health & Cycle Blog

Fibre and PCOS – Key Points Adequate fibre helps stabilise blood sugar and reduce insulin spikes. Supports healthy digestion, gut microbiome, and hormone balance. Can aid weight management by increasing satiety and controlling cravings. Focus on a variety of vegetables, fruits, whole grains, and legumes. Balancing fibre intake with protein and healthy fats is key for PCOS wellbeing. Fibre has always been important for good health, but recently a new trend called “fibremaxing”

Protein at Breakfast for PCOS – Key Points 30g of protein at breakfast helps stabilise blood sugar levels. Supports appetite control and reduces mid-morning cravings. Helps maintain muscle mass and supports metabolism for weight management. Supports hormone balance, including insulin and reproductive hormones. Practical and satisfying way to start the day for PCOS wellbeing. If you’re a busy woman juggling life and the ongoing frustration of PCOS hormonal symptoms or stubborn

Why Eating Out Feels So Complicated with PCOS If you’ve ever felt anxious or stuck trying to make the “right” food choice at a restaurant, you’re in the right place. Eating out with PCOS can feel like a minefield - especially when you’re trying to manage blood sugar, cravings,  weight or inflammation . Many of the women I work with want to eat out occasionally without undoing progress, feeling bloated for days, or spiralling into guilt. The good news is, you don’t need to sti

The Hidden Risks of Quick-Fix Weight Loss with PCOS If you have PCOS and feel like your body just won’t respond to the usual weight loss ...

If you have PCOS and irregular periods, it can feel impossible to know if (or when) you're ovulating. But ovulation can and often does still happen , just not always on a textbook schedule. Wondering why your periods haven’t returned after coming off the pill? This blog explores the common reasons and next steps. Whether you're trying to conceive or just want to understand your cycle better, learning to spot ovulation signs is one of the most powerful steps you can take. Wh

If you’ve been avoiding fat in an effort to manage your weight or improve PCOS symptoms , it might be time to rethink that. Despite what...

If you’ve been told to “just lose weight” or “go on the pill” for PCOS, it’s common, but this narrow approach often misses the bigger...

If you’ve been told your PCOS is something you’ll “just have to live with,” it can feel frustrating, overwhelming, and at times,...

Intermittent fasting (IF) is often promoted as a simple way to lose weight and improve blood sugar balance. But when you have PCOS,...

Why I Recommend Increasing Protein for Women with PCOS When it comes to nutrition for PCOS, protein is one of the most talked-about...

Why Waist-to-Hip Ratio Matters More Than the Scales for PCOS When you’re dealing with PCOS, weight loss can feel frustrating, especially...

How DNA Testing Can Support PCOS Nutrition When you’re dealing with PCOS, you’ve likely already tried various diets, supplements, or...

How to Improve Metabolism and Support Weight Loss with PCOS Weight gain with PCOS can feel confusing and unfair. You may be eating well,...

If you’re in your 30s or 40s and have PCOS, you might be noticing that your body’s changing, and not in ways you expected. Maybe the...

If you’re living with PCOS, you’ve probably noticed how your symptoms flare up at certain times, like during high-pressure periods at...

If you’re dealing with stubborn weight gain, painful periods, fatigue, or sugar cravings that never seem to go away, it could be more...

What is PCOS and How does it Affect Weight? PCOS stands for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome. It is a complex hormonal disorder that affects...

If you’ve been told you have insulin resistance, prediabetes or “borderline” blood sugar issues, and you also have PCOS, it’s essential...

If you’re living with PCOS and experiencing irregular cycles or long gaps between periods, you’re not just dealing with hormones that...