PCOS, Hormone Health & Cycle Blog

Why snacking matters for PCOS If you have PCOS, you’ve probably noticed that skipping meals or reaching for a quick sugary snack can leave you feeling tired, irritable, and craving more sugar a few hours later. That’s because insulin which is the hormone that helps move glucose into your cells, often doesn’t work as efficiently in PCOS. This can cause bigger blood sugar swings, leading to fatigue, cravings, and difficulty managing weight. Choosing balanced snacks that combine

If you’re a busy woman juggling life and the ongoing frustration of PCOS hormonal symptoms or stubborn weight gain , breakfast is probably the last thing you’re thinking about. Maybe you skip it, grab toast in the car, or reach for something “healthy” like fruit and yoghurt, only to find yourself starving, foggy-headed, or craving sugar by mid-morning. But here’s the thing I see time and time again in my nutrition clinic: starting the day with enough protein, around 20-30 gra

Why Lunch Matters When You Have PCOS Lunch is often the most overlooked meal of the day. Many of my clients with PCOS either grab a quick...

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’re trying to manage PCOS naturally, increasing your fibre intake is one of the simplest but most effective things you can do, yet...

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

When you’re living with PCOS, supporting gut health can make a real difference to your hormones, energy, and symptoms like bloating or...

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

If you have PCOS and you’re in your 30s or 40s, you may have noticed that your usual diet tweaks or exercise routines aren’t working like...

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...