PCOS Nutritionist Blog

If you're reading this with a sinking feeling of recognition, eating salads, hitting the gym, tracking every calorie, yet the scales won't budge – you're in the right place. As a registered nutritionist specialising in PCOS weight loss and fertility in the UK, I hear this story daily. Women who are doing "everything right" according to traditional diet advice, yet their bodies seem to be working against them. The truth? When you have PCOS , the conventional weight loss rule b

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

How DNA Testing Can Support PCOS Nutrition When you’re dealing with PCOS, you’ve likely already tried various diets, supplements, or exercise plans that promised results, but didn’t deliver. That’s because PCOS isn’t one-size-fits-all. It’s a complex, multifactorial condition that affects women in different ways. DNA testing offers a more personalised approach. Rather than guessing what might  work, it helps you understand your genetic blueprint, so your nutrition and lifest