Poly cystic ovary syndrome or poly cystic ovary disorder is one such medical condition. In which there is usually an imbalance in hormones in women. In today's modern era, the problem of PCOD among women is increasing and the reason is - diet imbalance.
Lifestyle changes required in PCOD
- Regular exercise
- Weight control
- Take medicine on time
- Control stress level
- Do not smoke
- Eat green vegetables and seasonal fruits
- Read nutrition labels before buying any food item
- Eat iron and nutrient rich foods
- Keep yourself hydrated
Food we should eat in PCOD
- Good fat- such as sunflower oil, coconut oil, avocado, almond oil, olive oil
- Fibrous food – such as Barries, pears, oranges, kiwis, spinach, broccoli, pulses, chickpeas, soybean, kidney beans
- Protein rich food – such as chicken or fish, while pulses, soy, cheese, nuts or seeds, Milk and low fat yogurt, Boiled eggs, hummus with salad of vegetables, grilled cheese, sprouts
Food we should avoid in PCOD
- Processed food – such as cake, biscuits, white rice, white bread, potato, sweets, packed meat, coldrinks
- Bad fat - such as cheese, oily food, cream, mayonnaise
- Junk food – such as pizza, burger, catchup, chips, kurkure