There are so many women dealing with PCOS more than you think. 1 in 10 women of childbearing age is affected by polycystic ovary syndrome with most of them finding out in their 20s and 30s but this problem can happen at any age after puberty. The condition is characterized by a hormonal disorder that creates problems for the ovaries and egg released during ovulation.
There are several ways to combat the symptoms of PCOS, like managing stress by relaxing, exercising to reduce weight, inflammation, and insulin resistance, getting enough sleep, and so on. Healthy eating also plays a very important role in treating PCOS. Just as there are foods that can help improve the condition, so are some that will worsen it. how will you know such foods? In this article, we will be making a list of those foods you should avoid totally if you are dealing with PCOS.
Sugar in any form is on the top list of the worst foods to consume if you have PCOS. This food has a high glycemic index that can cause an immediate increase in blood sugar and insulin release. They are directly linked to obesity, type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, cancer, and other diseases. Also, sugar causes an increase in the production and release of testosterone and estrogen which will lead to belly fat and unwanted facial hair.
As with sugar, so it is with alcohol. Alcohol affects the balance of glucose-insulin and denies the body vital vitamins like Thiamin (B1) necessary for maintaining blood sugar stability.
Women with PCOS are more likely to develop diabetes. For this reason, they need to avoid processed foods that tend to have a higher Glycemic Index(GI) and offer very few beneficial nutrients such as biscuits, cakes, pastries, breakfast cereals, ready meals even carbohydrates as white potatoes, white bread, and white rice. These foods can lead to a spike in blood sugars.
Sucralose, saccharin, and aspartame provide zero calories but are deadly on the body. These sweeteners have been linked to a higher risk for stroke, dementia, and other cognitive issues. they have also be linked to leukemia, lymphoma, and other cancers.
Recently, Red meat has been declared as “probably carcinogenic to humans” and processed meats as “carcinogenic to humans” by The World Health Organization (WHO) International Agency for the Research on Cancer (IARC). Also, The consumption of red meat may increase the risk of diabetes, heart diseases, cancer, and others that may increase the risk of dying. If you must eat red meat, ensure it organic and grass-fed.
Pasteurized Cow milk, particularly in reduced fat and skim forms is likely to contribute to meta-inflammation. consumption of dairy products may trigger acne outbreaks while affecting obesity and insulin resistance. The milk protein casein is the offending component and not lactose in milk.
It can be challenging for many women trying to figure out how to manage and treat the symptoms of PCOS.
The cause of PCOS is yet to be discovered and that is why doctors pay more attention to treating the symptoms like birth control pills to regulate menstruation, diabetes pills for those with pre-diabetes and diabetes, hirsutism pills for extra hair, and recommendation of weight loss as this can regulate the menstrual cycle.
You may not need to undergo all these medications to manage PCOS if you decide to go natural, that is getting a herbal solution for PCOS.
Food provides information while hormones (chemical messengers) deliver the information to the targeted tissues. This process can be disrupted by inflammation and other agents (PCOS) which now affects important physiological processes that are been regulated by hormones. The remedy is a combination of those necessary foods and herbs in the required percentage to correct and treat PCOS.
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Naturopathic Doctor & Founder, Green Remedies Int’l
Coach Amuda is a Holistic Practitioner and the C.E.O of Green Remedies International, a wellness company that specializes in tackling different health challenges through Natural, Organic, and Holistic Medicines.
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