Interesting news from an article in Australian Table 2007- "Changing diet helps getting pregnant"
A diagnosis of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) revealed that psychologist wasn't eating as well as she'd previously thought. Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) Karen Kingham reveals how better nutritional choices improved her fertility and gave her energy she never thought possible.......PCOS is most commonly caused by the body's resistance to the effects of insulin. The condition can disrupt the menstrual cycle, cause weight gain and acne, increase the risk of diabetes and raise blood cholesterol levels.
Cut down on carbs like high-GI(Glycemic Index) foods such as Jasmine rice, potatoes and white bread. These foods cause hormonal imbalances. Swap for basmati, as well as noodles, legumes and low-GI bread and fill a quarter of your plate with lean meats, half with vegies and a quarter with carbs to achieve better balance. This nutrition will give much more energy.
Key foods to beat PCOS are as follows:
Naturally low in fat and high in protein, fibre, vitamins and minerals legumes such as dried peas, beans and lentils also have a low GI, which keeps insulin levels steady, a key goal for managing PCOS. Aim to eat legumes three to four times a week.
Basmati Rise - As a low-fat carb, rice is a great food; unless you eat too much of it. You may swap rice for noodles or pasta at some meals, as both have an even lower GI.
Low-GI Bread - While highly processed white breads have a high GI, whole grains are lower-GI, have more fibre and look for breads lower in salt.
Salad Vegetables - When portion control is important, using plenty of healthy salad vegetables to fill you up is a smart way of keeping hunger at bay and the kilojoule intake down.'
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