Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) often experience irregular periods, excess hair growth on the face and body, acne, weight gain, and other problems. The condition affects an estimated 5% of women in the United States.
What is Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)?
Polycystic ovary syndrome (...
The glycemic index measures the speed at which food causes your blood glucose level to rise. It's measured on a scale of 0 to 100, where 50 represents the average response. High-glycemic foods include white bread, pasta, potatoes, rice, and sugary drinks. They all contain lots of simple sugars, whic...
The best way to manage your blood sugar is by eating a balanced diet that includes plenty of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, low-fat dairy products, lean meats, fish, beans, nuts, seeds, and legumes.
Lower blood sugar with food: what you need to know
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Low GI diets are often recommended for people with PCOS because they tend to cause less blood sugar spikes. This diet also reduce insulin levels in the body, which helps control weight and reduces the severity of many of the symptoms associated with PCOS.
What is PCOS?
Polycystic ovary syndrome (P...
Having a good selection of teas that are good for weight management and supporting blood sugar levels are essential. In this class, I cover my all-time favorite teas, their uses, and why they should be in your Well + Easy home!
🫐 This nutrition class is brought to you by Well + Easy Living, the pre...
The glycemic index chart shows ranked foods based on how quickly they raise blood sugar after eating. This ranking system was developed by Dr. David Jenkins in 1980. In this article, I'll break down the glycemic index list of foods to outline what foods fall under which category and answer questions...
Feeling confused about what it means to eat low GI? Well + Easy is here to relieve your overwhelm.
A low glycemic diet simply means using the GI scale (0 - 100) to determine which foods are less likely to impact your blood glucose levels. Foods low on the scale digest slowly, keeping your levels sta...
Planning your meals ahead of time is the most important habit you can develop to manage your weight and keep your prediabetes and insulin resistance in check. Not only will it save you time and money, but you’ll have more control over your food choices and portion sizes while holding yourself accoun...
Glycemic Index (GI) is an indicator of how quickly blood sugar levels rise after eating a particular food. The higher the GI number, the faster the blood sugar rises. Low GI foods will cause less of a spike in blood sugar, which means that you won't experience the same insulin response.
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For many, breakfast is the most neglected meal of the day with nearly one-quarter of individuals in the United States skipping breakfast daily. But if you’re struggling with pre-diabetes or insulin resistance, skipping your morning meal is not a risk you should be willing to take as it will have cas...
