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Can Ozempic Help with PCOS? What The Research Says
In this blog, I’ll walk you through how the Ozempic works, what the research says, the possible benefits and side effects, and whether it could be a helpful option for managing your symptoms.
Recipe: Pumpkin, Orange and Zaatar Soup
This pumpkin soup with a Middle Eastern twist is flavoured with zatar and sumac and is a perfect winter warmer.
15 PCOS-Friendly Vegetarian Recipes (Approved by a Dietitian)
Many recipes online are overly complicated, use long ingredient lists, or don’t align with blood-sugar-friendly nutrition. That’s exactly why these dietitian-approved vegetarian recipes were created: to give you simple, nourishing, PCOS-friendly meals you can feel confident about!
PCOS-Friendly Soups: Easy, Healthy, and Balanced
A collection of 15 easy, PCOS-friendly soup recipes that are comforting, flavourful and nutritionally balanced. Whether you're after something creamy or light and fresh, these soups are designed to help you feel well-fed and satisfied.
Recipe: Christmas Banana Bread
Got a bowl of brown bananas staring at you? Turn them into this festive banana bread with orange, cranberries and walnuts – an easy Christmas bake to slice, share and enjoy with a cuppa.
Eating well over the holidays
This blog post explores why holiday eating is challenging and offers practical strategies to help you navigate the festive season with more ease, self-compassion and confidence around food.
Recipe: Roasted Beetroot
Beetroots have a high nitrate content which has been linked to lowering blood pressure and improving heart health. In addition they are a good source of fibre for gut health and they contain polyphenols which provide antioxidant and antiinflammatory effects.
Eat Your Way to Better Fertility: 7 Best Foods To Increase Male Fertility
Men’s nutrition matters too when it comes to improving fertiltiy for couples. In this post, we’ll explore 7 foods that can support male fertility - why they matter and easy ways to include them in your meals.
12 PCOS-friendly salmon (and other oily fish) recipes to boost your omega-3 intake
This blog post will outline why oily fish matters if you have PCOS and highlight some PCOS-friendly oily fish recipes for you to try - whether it’s for a lunchtime boxed salad or a mid week comforting dinner.
Recipe: Squash Soup
I love to use different flavours in soups and the ginger in this one gives it a warming kick. You could also add some chilli if you like it spicy!
Fuel your fertility: The 7 best foods to increase fertility
In this post, we’ll look at 7 foods to increase fertility for women - why they’re helpful and simple ways to add them into your daily meals. Whether you’re just starting your journey or want to give your body extra support, these foods can help you feel healthier and more confident along the way.
PCOS lunch ideas: 18 recipes to keep your lunches interesting and healthy
Looking for fresh PCOS lunch ideas that are quick, nourishing, and satisfying? Whether you’re working from home, packing a lunchbox, or prepping ahead for the week, these dietitian-approved recipes will help you stay energised, balance hormones, and keep cravings in check—without overcomplicating your day.
CoQ10 and female fertility: What you need to know
CoQ10 has multiple health benefits such as improved egg quality, reduced inflammation and improved outcomes with fertiltiy treatment. You may wish to consider a supplement to support you in your fertility journey.
Can PCOS Cause Anaemia and How Do I Manage It?
If you have PCOS and suffer from heavy periods or inflammation you may be at risk of iron deficiency. Find out how you can boost these levels through diet, supplements or even medications.
Folic Acid for PCOS: Should I be Taking A Supplement?
In this blog post, we’ll explore folic acid (sometimes known as folate) supplementation, why some people with PCOS experience low folate, and how you can increase the amount of folate in your diet or with supplements to help you in your PCOS journey.
What’s the link between Magnesium and PCOS?
This blog post will outline how you may find improvements in your PCOS symptoms when you supplement with magnesium, to help you make an informed decision on whether magnesium supplementation may benefit you.
Should I be Taking a NAC Supplement for my PCOS?
N-Acetylcysteine (or NAC for short) is a supplement form of cysteine, a type of antioxidant and building block of protein that may help support those with polycystic ovaries. In this blog post we’ll explore how NAC supplementation may be able to help you in your PCOS journey.
Recipe: High Fibre and Protein Seeded Flaxseed and Cottage Cheese Loaf
If you are lost for ways of adding flaxseeds to your diet why not try using ground flaxseeds to make this seeded flaxseed loaf for a high fibre bread.
Finding the best inositol supplement for PCOS
In this post we’ll simplify and break down the benefits of inositol - that may be the supplement that can regulate your hormones, improve fertility, and reduce PCOS symptoms. We’ll even give some top tips on choosing the best inositol supplement for PCOS.
Looking for the best vitamin D supplement for PCOS?
In this blog, we’ll explore how vitamin D supplementation may help with PCOS symptoms, the best type of vitamin D supplements for PCOS, how much you need, and what to look for in a quality supplement.
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