PCOS Nutritionist Blog

If you have PCOS, afternoon cravings can feel relentless. You eat a “healthy” lunch, yet by 3–4pm you’re reaching for biscuits, chocolate or another coffee just to keep going. For many women with PCOS, this isn’t a willpower issue – it’s a blood sugar and insulin response problem . PCOS is closely linked with insulin resistance, even in women who are lean or exercise regularly. When blood sugar rises quickly and then drops, cravings, fatigue and irritability often follow. Ove

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

PCOS‑Friendly Meals: Key Points Support hormone balance with every meal. Stabilise blood sugar and reduce cravings. Include protein, healthy fats, and fibre. Easy, practical meal ideas for weight management. Evidence-based, sustainable recipes for PCOS wellbeing. 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

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

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

PCOS Lunch Ideas – Key Points Focus on high-protein meals to stabilise blood sugar. Include fibre-rich vegetables and healthy fats for hormone support. Simple, practical lunches suitable for busy schedules. Helps manage cravings, energy dips, and weight for PCOS. Supports overall hormone balance and long-term wellbeing. 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 meal deal, rely on a

PCOS and Pregnancy Planning – Key Points Nutrition and lifestyle choices can support hormone balance and ovulation. Focus on stabilising blood sugar, reducing inflammation, and maintaining a healthy weight. Balanced meals with protein, fibre, and healthy fats support fertility. Tracking cycles and symptoms helps identify patterns and optimise timing. Evidence-based strategies can improve chances of conception and overall reproductive health. Thinking About Pregnancy with PCOS

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’ve ever Googled “best diet for PCOS”, you’ve probably seen the Mediterranean diet come up again and again. But is it really as...

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

What Is Seed Cycling? Seed cycling is a popular trend in the women’s health and PCOS space that involves eating specific types of seeds...

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...