When my husband and I were first married, we used to enjoy going out for Sunday breakfast. I would always start with a large orange juice and coffee, extra light, extra sugar. Belgium waffles with real maple syrup and whipped cream was my main course. We would then make our …
PCOS Clean Eating
Berries are not only loaded with antioxidants, but they are also low glycemic and have lots of fiber. This makes berries a great go-to dessert choice for women with PCOS. I’ve combined strawberries with a gluten-free pie crust and coconut cream for a delicious springtime dessert.
Strawberry Coconut Cream Pie
Crust:
1/2 cup …
Spaghetti and meatballs is one of my favorite dishes. I grew up in an area that had a large population of Italians and wonderful Italian restaurants. I love Italian food! But, when I started eating in a way that would help me feel better with PCOS I initially eliminated all pasta dishes. I think, dieting, deprivation and denial can set us up for binging. I would deny myself the food that I loved and it was as if I was denying myself a piece of my past, my history. I often found myself craving lasagna ravioli and a big dish of spaghetti – I would give in to these cravings and then feel awful about myself (and physically feel awful too.) I have found ways to modify the food I love, to make it nourishing to my soul, but also to my body.
At this time of year, many of us with PCOS who have found themselves over-indulging in holiday treats, especially sugary ones have a hard time getting back on track. We watch the numbers on the scale creep up as we try to gain control over our cravings. If this is you, …
A guest post by Spring Jumpstart Diva, Meggin Rutherford. Meggin is an attorney who lives with her wonderful husband Ben west of Denver. She loves to train her dogs (Daisy and Rosie) in agility, garden, read, knit, and most importantly, cook.
I remember when I first made the decision to move away from …
When I drank my very first green juice, I prepared myself for the worst. I pinched my nose and threw back the glowing green kryptonite concoction like it my first shot of tequila. But I was left pleasantly surprised. It actually tasted really good – very fresh, almost vibrant and …
Chances are when you were diagnosed with PCOS, you were probably told to stay away from sweets. If you’re like me, you wondered if you would ever be able to legally indulge in something truly decadent and delicious again.
Well, I’m here to tell you that the answer is a …
Many of my clients (when they first start their program) and women that I talk to who are struggling with their weight and health, don’t like or eat breakfast. As I mentioned in my previous post, I was a member of that club for a long time too. My health …
What About the Benefits?
Continued from PART 1
Studies have shown that Asians, particularly in Japan and China, have a lower incidence of breast and prostate cancer than people in the United States. Many of these studies credit a traditional diet that includes soy. But Asian diets include small …
My weekly trek out to Lull Farm in Hollis, NH is one of my favorite “chores”. I love trying new veggies and I truly anticipate each season’s bounty. That’s me selecting some of their beautiful heirloom tomatoes. Local and seasonal eating is a cornerstone of the PCOS Diva philosophy. Eating …
