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PCOS, Hormone Health & Cycle Blog


PCOS and Metabolic Syndrome: What Every Woman Needs to Know to Protect Her Long-Term Health
Many women I speak to feel as if they’re constantly “firefighting” symptoms of PCOS . The stalled weight loss, sugar crashes, skin concerns, cycle changes, or exhaustion that seems to appear out of nowhere. But what often sits underneath these daily struggles is something bigger happening metabolically. One of the most important long-term considerations for women with PCOS is the increased likelihood of developing metabolic syndrome. It sounds like a complicated medical term,
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PCOS Snack Ideas to Balance Blood Sugar and Beat Afternoon Cravings
PCOS Snack Ideas – Key Points Choose snacks with protein, fibre, and healthy fats. Balance blood sugar to reduce cravings and energy dips. Plan snacks to support weight management and hormone health. Include simple, easy-to-prepare options for busy days. Track cravings and energy to find what works best for you. 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, irritabl
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Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGM) and PCOS: How Tracking Your Blood Sugar Can Help with Insulin Resistance
CGM and PCOS – Key Points Continuous glucose monitors track blood sugar levels throughout the day. Helps identify patterns related to meals, activity, and stress. Supports management of insulin resistance common in PCOS. Guides personalised nutrition and lifestyle adjustments. Can improve energy, cravings, weight management, and long-term metabolic health. Why blood sugar balance matters for PCOS If you’re living with PCOS, you’ve probably heard the term insulin resistance mo
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Why 30g of Protein at Breakfast Supports PCOS Weight Loss and Hormone Balance
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
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How to Read Food Labels for PCOS: Spot Hidden Hormone Triggers
If you’re trying to eat better for your PCOS, you’ve probably found yourself standing in the supermarket aisle, scanning a food label and wondering, is this actually OK for my hormones? It’s not just about calories or carbs. With PCOS, the real issue is how ingredients affect your blood sugar, inflammation, and hormone signalling. Certain additives, sugars and ultra-processed ingredients can quietly work against all the effort you’re putting in to rebalance your hormones and
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Eating Out with PCOS: How to Make Balanced Choices Without Stress or Guilt
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
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The Hidden Risks of Quick-Fix Weight Loss for PCOS
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 ...
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Is the Mediterranean Diet Good for PCOS? Here’s What You Need to Know
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...
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Healthy Fats and PCOS: Why Your Hormones Need More Than Low-Fat Diets
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...
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How Nutrition Supports Hormone Balance in PCOS
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...
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5 Ways a Poor Diet Can Worsen PCOS Symptoms and Make Weight Loss Harder
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...
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What Is Functional Nutrition? A Root Cause Approach to PCOS
If you’ve been told your PCOS is something you’ll “just have to live with,” it can feel frustrating, overwhelming, and at times,...
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GLP-1 Medications and PCOS: Why Nutrition Still Matters During and After Medication
If you’ve been prescribed a GLP-1 medication like Ozempic, Saxenda, or Mounjaro for PCOS-related weight gain, you're in the right place...
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Why Fibre Matters for PCOS: 5 Simple Ways to Eat More Every Day
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...
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Does Intermittent Fasting Work for Weight Loss When You Have PCOS?
Intermittent fasting (IF) is often promoted as a simple way to lose weight and improve blood sugar balance. But when you have PCOS,...
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How Much Protein Do You Need for PCOS and Hormone Balance?
Why I Recommend Increasing Protein for Women with PCOS When it comes to nutrition for PCOS, protein is one of the most talked-about...
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Why Waist-to-Hip Ratio is a Better Way to Track Progress with PCOS
Why Waist-to-Hip Ratio Matters More Than the Scales for PCOS When you’re dealing with PCOS, weight loss can feel frustrating, especially...
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How to Improve Metabolism and Support Weight Loss with PCOS
How to Improve Metabolism and Support Weight Loss with PCOS Weight gain with PCOS can feel confusing and unfair. You may be eating well,...
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Is Sugar Fueling Your PCOS Hormone Imbalance?
PCOS: How Sugar Sabotages Your Hormones When it comes to managing hormone imbalances like PCOS , reducing sugar intake is a critical yet...
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What Causes PCOS-Related Weight Gain? A Nutritionist Explains
If you’re eating well, exercising regularly and still feel stuck with your weight, you’re not doing anything wrong, your hormones may be...
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