PCOS and Diet - What All Should You Know

Research conducted on women suffering from PCOS have seen that 67%-85% of them also suffered from vitamin D deficiency. Vitamin D apart from strengthening bones also plays an important role in the various stages of reproduction such as development of the ovarian follicle and luteinization and also in the homeostasis of glucose. Hence it is very important for women to include food items rich in vitamin D such as fatty fish, egg yolk, cheese, orange juice and others to keep PCOS and a string of other ailments at bay.

Consumption of concentrated sugar increases the triglyceride levels in the body thereby worsening your lipid profile scenario. On the other hand, Lycopene, Quercetin, and Ellagic acid helps in lowering the levels of lipid profile and is extremely advantageous to those suffering from PCOS. Pomegranate is a common source of these three beneficial compounds and should be included in ones regular diet.

Women who suffer from PCOS have a high chance of developing insulin resistance which increases their blood sugar level. Hence food that is high in fiber like Broccoli and Sweet potato are extremely good for fighting this condition. Potato on the other hand aggravates the condition and causes inflammation as it is a simple carbohydrate.

Cinnamon works like a miracle in reducing heavy menstrual flow. Heavy bleeding is a common problem associated with endometriosis and PCOS. Traditionally it was also used in treating hemorrhage caused during childbirth and other injuries related to child birth.