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  Mel Haynes (Nutritionist)
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  Che, Scientist and Nutritionist I specialise in a practical approach to nutrition. The hardest part about changing your diet is learning how to implement those ... View profile

  Hi,
  
  One of the best diets for PCOS is to follow a low GI diet which entails some similar principles to a diabetic diet.  This included low GI foods, including healthy fats and lean protein with meals, spacing carbs out during the day and choosing wholegrain and high fibre varieties.  Other things you can do to help with PCOS are 20+ minute walk after meals and a fish oil supplement.
  
  Talk to your doctor about a medications which are available, Oral hypoglycemics and contreceptives are two which are regularly prescribed.
  
  
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  Arlene Normand (Dietitian, Nutritionist)
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  Arlene is a registered practising dietitian, with a private practice in the Eastern Suburbs of Sydney, and has built a strong business over the last ... View profile

  ANyone with PCO'S must exercise regularly, watch portion sizes and try to eat unprocessed food. Must watch their carbohydrate intake and try have wholegrain not white sugary and fatty foods. Keeping to a good weight is essential as it helps prevent the side effects of PCOs. Reply to this post  |  Report
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  Natalie Carter (Personal Trainer)
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  Natalie Carter, owner of New Outlook Fitness & a PT with over 10 years experience in helping her clients transform their lives. She takes a ... View profile

  Reduction of processed grains is essential. Try substituting for wholegrains such as quinoa and brown rice.
  Moderate fruit amounts: go for low sugar fruits like berries, kiwi fruit
  Eliminate all processed foods, go for organic where possible
  Lots of protein rich foods at EVERY meal 
  Avoid alcohol and too much caffience (try swiss water method decaf)
  Not diet related however Weight Training is a MUST to lower bodyfat levels and increase lean muscle mass. You will need to exercise most days of the week, including cardio training. 
  
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  Pam Robinson (Personal Trainer)
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  I would definately recommend keeping off grains and sugars (fruits) completely and live the Paleo way.
  
  More benefits that just assisting with PCOS
  
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  Dr Kate Marsh (Diabetes Educator, Dietitian)
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  Kate is an Advanced Accredited Practising Dietitian and Credentialled Diabetes Educator working in private practice in Sydney. She has a particular interest and expertise in ... View profile

  The underlying problem for most women with PCOS is insulin resistance which is the same problem that occurs in type 2 diabetes…so the dietary recommendations for PCOS are aimed at improving this. This includes eating regularly over the day, balancing low GI carbs and lean proteins with lots of vegetables and salads and small amounts of healthy fats.  Choose wholegrains (particularly lower GI varieties like barley, oats and quinoa) and include some plant proteins (like tofu and legumes) in place of too much red meat. Avoid processed meats.  Other lifestyle factors including regular exercise, getting enough sleep and managing stress are also important. Reply to this post  |  Report
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  Jean Hailes for Women's Health
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  Founded in 1992, Jean Hailes for Women's Health reflects the enduring legacy that Dr Jean Hailes made to women’s health. Jean had a far-sighted vision ... View profile

  The best foods to eat for PCOS are the same as we all need for good health: plenty of fresh fruit, veggies and low GI or wholegrain cereals, some foods with lean protein and minerals like iron and calcium and then be careful with food or drinks that are high in fats, sugars and kilojoules.
  
  Fine-tuning your eating and your lifestyle to suit your hormones may need a bit of further advice from a qualified health professional, but start with the Jean Hailes PCOS website: www.managingpcos.org.au/lifestyle-and-pcos/dietary-approaches Reply to this post  |  Report
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