4 PCOS Superfoods

Im a nutritionist and acupuncturist and here are 4 PCOS superfoods for you!

1. Quinoa -

- a blood sugar regulator (complex carb, complete protein, good fat content),

- gut restorative (fibrous),

- anti inflammatory and antioxidant rich,

- HPA axis regulator (high in magnesium, zinc and b vitamins)

2. Flax seeds -

- Hormone regulators: are phytoestrogens meaning they modulate oestrogen levels and contain the highest content of dietary lignans which reduce excess serum testosterone levels.

- Gut restorative and decrease dysbiosis: full of soluble fibre.

- Anti-inflammatory: high in omega 3.

- HPA axis regulator: high amounts of Magnesium and zinc.

3. Cinnamon:

- so rich in antioxidants,

- fights bacterial infections,

- anti inflammatory,

- and most importantly an amazing blood sugar regulator! Getting that famous PCOS insulin resistance under control

- Regulates cholesterol

4. Spearmint tea:

- helps regulate hormone levels, specifically decreasing free testosterone (and prolactin) levels. This helps with any acne, male pattern baldness or hair growth - all common symptoms of PCOS!

- Antioxidant rich

- Fights bacterial infections

- Helps regulate blood sugar

- Reduced stress & boosts focus

- Improves digestion and relieves nausea

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