PCOS, Hormone Health & Cycle Blog

Feeling overwhelmed when planning meals with PCOS? Here are some simple, nutrient-dense meals to help you balance blood sugar, manage weight and support hormone health. Why Meal Planning Matters for PCOS Blood sugar instability worsens hormonal imbalances common in PCOS, like elevated insulin and testosterone, which often results in stubborn weight gain. By choosing meals that combine protein, healthy fats, fibre and wholefoods, you can: Stabilise energy levels Reduce cravin

When you’re dealing with PCOS, it’s easy to focus only on visible symptoms like irregular cycles, acne , weight changes, or difficulties conceiving. But behind the scenes, there’s a cellular process called DNA methylation that influences everything from how your body manages hormones, to how your brain makes neurotransmitters, to whether your ovaries release an egg each month. Methylation is one of the body’s “control switches.” It doesn’t change your DNA code, but it does de

Why blood sugar balance matters for PCOS If you’re living with PCOS, you’ve probably heard the term insulin resistance more than once. Around 70–80% of women with PCOS have some degree of insulin resistance, even if blood sugar or HbA1c results are within the “normal” range. Insulin is a hormone made by your pancreas. Its job is to help move glucose from your bloodstream into your cells for energy. When cells become less responsive to insulin, your body compensates by produci

If you’re living with PCOS, chances are you’ve been told to just “eat healthily” or “lose some weight” to feel better, without much...

If you’ve been told to just “eat less and move more” for PCOS weight loss , you're not getting the full picture. PCOS affects multiple...

If you’re eating well, exercising regularly and still feel stuck with your weight, you’re not doing anything wrong, your hormones may be...

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